In high, off-colour water, use a light tip and fish water about 4 to 6 feet deep near the bank; in low, clear, cold wate
In high, off-colour water, use a light tip and fish water about 4 to 6 feet deep near the bank; in low, clear, cold wate
Filters
- Topic: Reading water and presentation
- Original category: Presentation and Drift
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: In high, off-colour water, use a light tip and fish water about 4 to 6 feet deep near the bank; in low, clear, cold water, use a heavy tip to reach deeper fish
How to do it: Match sink tip to water: light tip in high, off-colour water near the bank at 4 to 6 feet, heavy tip in low, clear, cold water for deeper fish
Mistake it fixes: Using the same sink tip in all water conditions
Why it works: Water clarity and depth change where fish hold. Matching tip to conditions puts the fly at the right depth.
When it matters most: Steelhead, sink tips