For very small dry flies, use a larger visible dry as an indicator with a small trailer 12 to 14 inches behind
For very small dry flies, use a larger visible dry as an indicator with a small trailer 12 to 14 inches behind
Filters
- Topic: Dry fly
- Original category: Dry Fly
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: For very small dry flies, use a larger visible dry as an indicator with a small trailer 12 to 14 inches behind
How to do it: Tie a small dry as a trailer behind a larger, visible dry fly so you can track the small fly's drift
Mistake it fixes: Trying to track tiny dry flies alone
Why it works: Tiny flies are hard to see. A larger indicator dry lets you track drift and detect takes on the trailer.
When it matters most: Dry fly, small patterns