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Do not overthink pattern choice; make a variation and get it in front of fish

Do not overthink pattern choice; make a variation and get it in front of fish

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  • Topic: Fly selection and tying
  • Original category: Fly Selection
  • Species: Steelhead
  • Water: Not stated
  • Region: Not stated
  • Skill level: Beginner

Tip

Tip: Do not overthink pattern choice; make a variation and get it in front of fish

How to do it: Choose a variation and fish it, rather than overthinking pattern choice

Mistake it fixes: Overthinking pattern choice and delaying fishing

Why it works: A variation in front of fish catches more than a perfect pattern still in the box.

When it matters most: Fly selection, mindset

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