I have been really curious about this sport for some time
now. I've seen it done countless of times. Tried it. Failed. As
I have always said to people who have endlessly and tirelessly,
with their utmost patience and understanding have tried to rub
off some skills on me - but to no avail. I have resorted to
reading, for now. I decided that whatever I can't do, I might
as well LEARN - even just in theory. It helps. I think of my
self right now as "A work in progress". Let's all learn the
basics.
Definition of Terms!
A brief definition about some terms I need to know about fly
fishing.
What is Fly Fishing?
Fly fishing is an ancient and distinct angling
method, developed primarily for salmonids (trout and salmon,
mostly) and now extended to other species such as pike, bass,
and carp, as well as a wide range of marine species.
Fly casting is gripping or holding a fly rod
correctly and to adopt the correct stance to maintain comfort
and balance.
Angler?
Does that have anything to do with Math?
I hate Math!
Angler? That would be YOU silly!
Someday, If you learn how to fly fish, you will be called an
angler. A person catching fish or shellfish with no intent to
sell, this includes people releasing the catch or people that
practice the "Catch and
Release" method, highly
recommended.
The
Essentials If you don't have
a complete list of these, you're NOT Fly Fishing!
Fly Fishing rods are long, thin, flexible rods
sometimes made of bamboo, but more recently from man-made
materials. Fly rods tend to have large diameter eyes, or guides
spaced along the rod to help control the movement of relatively
thick fly line. To aid in the freedom of movement required to
skillfully cast with a fly rod.
Fishing Reel is a device used for the recreational
and sport of angling for the deployment and retrieval of
fishing line using a spool mounted on an axle. They are most
often used in conjunction with a fishing rod, though some
specialized reels are mounted directly on to boats.
A Fishing line is any cord made for fishing.
Important parameters of a fishing line are its length,
material, and weight; thicker, sturdier lines are more visible
to fish.
The refractive index is also important—lines with a
refractive index similar to water are almost invisible to fish.
The most important parameter in deciding what line to use is
its strength. This is the amount of weight the line can hold
before snapping. One must balance the trade-off between
strength and visibility.
Flies as Bait?
Are you kidding?
Flies or Artificial flies are constructed
"tied" onto a hook with thread, fur, feathers and
other materials
in sizes and colors to match naturally occurring
food or simply to excite a fish.
You will be considered responsible and a good fly fisher if
you would bring waders, wading vest, wading boots, net,
sunglasses to protect your eyes, a hat for the harsh sun, sun
block and bug dope, bug repellant.
If you don't want to be eaten alive by bugs before you
even catch a fish!
Armed with the stuff I read, I went about to experience Fly
Fishing without even going near a body of water.
The nearest thing I got to Fly Fishing was to play the game
I downloaded from http://www.flysim.com/
If you want to learn more Fly Fishing terminologies (if you
can still handle some)
http://www.riversmallies.com/glossary.html
http://www.interpatagonia.com/pesca/diccionario_i.html A site
that sells products – with pretty pictures too! –
http://www.riverbum.com/
She is a Webmaster for Riverbum.com. They sell Fly Fishing
flies, gears and accessories. They constantly innovate
themselves to give their customers the best quality products
that they can offer, products they beleive in and recommend.
They love and it shows! Chad Venturanza may be contacted at
http://www.Riverbum.com/