Fly-Fishing For Largemouth Bass
Keywords: bass fishing, fishing
When we speak of bass, we are talking about four main species in the U.S., all of which are taken regularly on fly rods. In my opinion, fly-fishing is the ultimate way to enjoy the sport. Nothing can equal the thrill of a Largemouth bass exploding from the water and smashing your fly, or a river Smallmouth making psychotic twists and turns in an attempt to throw your fly. Hooking a Stripped Bass on a fly rod is akin to battling a small submarine.
Equipment for Largemouth bass is basic. You will need a 6-8wt fly rod in the 8-9 foot lengths. I recommend a medium action graphite rod because you will need some backbone to exert pressure on a hooked bass near cover, and will need some bend in order to cast the larger bass flies. Your reel should have a disc drag. Largemouth bass do not make long runs, but they will put a lot of pressure on your equipment.
Largemouth bass tend to be lake and larger river fish. They do not particularly like current, and favor warm water. They are ambush predators, and will attack anything they think will fit in their mouth, from small nymphs to baby ducks, small mammals, frogs, and other fish. They are fearless and do not spook easily. They are not meticulous feeders.
Largemouth bass respond to noises in the water, and anything nearby that splashes, gurgles or pops will trigger an attack. In addition, movement can trigger attacks. Bass are not particularly color conscious so that is the last factor to consider in selecting a fly. Usually, anything with a good contrast to the background that they can see well is good enough. The main decision you have to make is to fish on top of the water, or sub-surface.
The classic bass fly for top water is the Deer-Hair Popper. They can be purchased at most stores carrying fly gear, or tied yourself. There are many different variations and color combinations, and they all work. My favorite is a white and red one, because I can see it well on the water. Next, there are many types of foam bugs, frogs and cork poppers available, and again, they all work. Some are the size of small birds and can be difficult to cast in a breeze, so keep that in mind.
For sub-surface action, the two best flies are the weighted Wooly Booger in black, brown, olive or any combination, and the Clouser Minnow in colors to match the local baitfish. If I could only have two flies to fish with, these would be it. They catch anything that swims in both fresh and salt water, anywhere in the world! No fly box should be without a good supply of these two flies. My next choice is the incredible Hard-Hackle Worm, invented by Richard Komar of Plano, Tx. This is the fly anglers version of a plastic worm, except it works better. Purple and black are my best colors. On this fly, you cast it near cover and just let it float for a bit, then softly twitch it, and it will begin to sink slowly.
Give it an extra twitch every so often, and Hang-On! Bass hit this fly very viciously! Another fly I like for Largemouth is another of Mr. Komars creations, the Texas Bullfrog. Both patterns are very successful. Other good patterns are the Dahlberg Diver, and various leech patterns.
Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best bass fishing information possible. Go to www.askbassfishing.com for more information on fly fishing for bass.
Previous Articles Highlighter:
Great Resources To Improve Your Bass Fishing Techniques! (1)
It tells you literally everything hat you need to know in order to catch more bass, from where to find them to the techniques and equipment that should be used to catch more of them!
A Quick Guide To The Delights Of Austin Bass Fishing! (2)
There are many nooks and crannies in which the bass can hide. This makes for a really good challenge if you are a competent fishing enthusiast. If you are a newcomer then it can provide good experience and enhance your technical skills.
Florida Tent Camping - Fun All Around The Year! (3)
Augustine and Lakeland) - South Western Florida (Sarasota, Naples and Sebring) - South Eastern Florida (Key West, Miami and Key Largo) An interactive map of Florida featuring all the state parks and all the above-mentioned areas can be found at the website of Florida Division of Recreation and Parks: www.dep.state.fl.us Florida offers a total of 159 parks spanning over 723,000 acre natural habitat including wetlands, forests, rivers and many lakes for fishing, swimming, hiking, boating and camping.
The Latest Buzz On Best Camping Gear And Supplies! (4)
The latest variety of camping radio clocks for example, come fitted with technology that enables them to give temperature readings and also double up as a compass! Those that deride these simple innovations would be hard-pressed not to be impressed by the more advanced portable GPS systems available today that not only help you know your exact location through hi-tech satellite positioning data but also help you navigate better out of the wilds into a settlement, if you are lost.
Free And Low Cost Website Advertising Ideas (5)
Try visiting www.virallinktracker.com/vlt/links/1388 2. Free Viral Marketing is always a good way to spread your message quickly. Try these free systems. www.virallinktracker.com/vlt/links/1389 and www.virallinktracker.com/vlt/links/1391 3. Writing Articles can also put your promoting efforts into overdrive.
Here Is How To Deal With Sewer Damage (6)
Getting rid of sewage from a house is something countless property owners in flooded areas are forced to deal with and while it will be a extremely unpleasant event, there are ways to be sure that you can have the task done on your own and bypass having to contract a professional business to do the job without you.
Commercial Properties Open Up Triple Net Leases For Sale (7)
Despite national drop off in the real estate markets, Houston is standing strong. Houston's icing on the cake is the largest and the best medical center in the world.
How To Use Article Marketing To Earn Passive Income From Affiliate Marketing (8)
The concept of article marketing is simple. Write a high-quality article that covers a keyword in your niche topic. The content directly relates to your website and the links provided by your affiliates.
Delay Is Almost Always Costly: Act Now To Profit More! (9)
He offered shareholders a chance to keep the current dividend for three years or to switch to a more attractive new share that would enjoy faster earnings growth. Everyone was happy with one or the other, and three years later dividends were down to what Avon could afford.
Plan A Day, Week Or Month Trip On The Garden Route! (10)
It includes several scenic towns and ten nature reserves that are a must see for anyone wishing to tour the Western Cape. The word is tranquility, and everywhere you go along the Garden Route you will find yourself in a relaxing atmosphere.
Newer Articles Highlighter:
Do Your Back A Favor - Get Light Weight Camping Gear For Your Trip (1)
Start with selecting the lightest weighing tents for the trip. There are a range of tents made of light weight material and come in sizes to accommodate one to four adults.
Advantages Of Commercial Ground Lease Properties (2)
Terms tend to run for much shorter lengths of time - as short as 5 years, though 30 year terms are common for a ground lease for sale. The advantages of these leases is for the landowner - the landowner retains ownership of the land and ensures a steady income from the rent paid on the property.
Hurried Shopping For Military Products (3)
Even the company commanders can find what they need to ensure that their military uniform is always crisp and ready for inspection and it does not matter which branch of service these regulators are members of.
Flood Alert In The UK (4)
If you are looking for advice on flood insurance, flood plain insurance, reducing your flood insurance premium or any kind of flood insurance advice, visit www.floodinsuranceadvice.com now. Flood Insurance Advice is a goldmine for information on all aspects of flood insurance.
The Top 10 Uses Of Utility Trailers (5)
Lawn Care Equipment: If you live in a rural area, you may find that you need to haul your mowing equipment from one piece of your property to another. Packing equipment and loading it into a pickup truck bed can get old very quickly.
How To Properly Install And Use Towing Mirrors (6)
Never take short cuts when attaching your mirror. This could cause the mirror to slip and fall; that would be bad at 30 miles per hour, perhaps disastrous at 70 mph or more.
Are You Interested In Becoming A Certified Nursing Assistant? (7)
These home visits can be for people who need temporary help due to a surgical procedure or an unfortunate accident or even for those elderly individuals who can use an extra pair of hands to help them with some of their daily activities.
Homes And Gardens- Organizing Tips To Spruce Up Your Home And Garden (8)
Appliances that are frequently used should be kept together. For instance, store saucepans in a cabinet close to the stove instead of at the other end of the kitchen.
Landscape Gardening Apprenticeship - 12 Basics You Should Know About Landscape Gardening Apprentices (9)
8. Apprentices are also taught about the legal, environmental and licensing aspects. 9. Apprentices who are preparing to turn landscape architects are taught about the site analysis and surveys.
Indoor Vs Outdoor Boat Storage - Which One Is Right For You? (10)
In case you require a certain kind of storage for your boat, you would have to weigh the pros and cons of the different storage systems for your boat. In almost any locality in which boat storage is accessible , which means anyplace where you can find boats used on water often, you will discover both indoor as well as outdoor boat storage.