When fish refuse flies, downsize first before changing pattern
When fish refuse flies, downsize first before changing pattern
Filters
- Topic: Fly selection and tying
- Original category: Fly Selection
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: When fish refuse flies, downsize first before changing pattern
How to do it: If fish refuse, try a smaller size of a similar pattern before switching patterns entirely
Mistake it fixes: Changing pattern first on a refusal
Why it works: A refusal is often about size, not pattern. Downsizing first tests the most likely cause without resetting presentation.
When it matters most: Trout fishing