MWithell wrote: ↑Fri May 24, 2024 8:41 am
Yep, you'll catch a lot of fish on that pattern. I've had trout, grayling, chub and dace on it and similar patterns I've tied myself, although I haven't been fly fishing for years now.
To my mind, simplicity is important. Most of the time the fish won't care whether it matches something natural. If it looks like it could be food they'll try it.
In saying this I'm aware there are many people who take great pleasure in tying complicated patterns and catching fish on them. To them it's all part of the sport, and that's great. I admire their skill, just as I admire that of persons who make float making and rod building an art form.
Thank you MWithell, that is encouraging, I'm starting to enjoy it more watching a few videos. I do tinker with rods too.
