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Three Ways to Dead Drift -- Critical Nymphing Concepts #4

Feb 4, 2024
Experienced fly fisherman, Austin Dando, and host discuss three critical nymphing concepts: bottom bouncing, strike zone rides, and tracking flies. Emphasizing the importance of mimicking natural movements to attract trout while dead drifting nymphs. The episode provides valuable insights on rigging techniques, mastering the strike zone, and the art of tracking nymphs to enhance fly fishing success.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bottom Bouncing simulates natural drift between rocks for a slow, controlled crawl.
  • Strike Zone Rides focus on optimal gliding in areas where trout forage naturally.

Deep dives

Bottom Bouncing:

Bottom Bouncing involves allowing nymphs to naturally touch down and regain footing on the river bed. The goal is a slow crawl with the river bed's friction controlling the drift speed, providing more control. The approach aims to simulate nymphs bouncing between rocks naturally without getting snagged, leading to a magical drift when executed effectively. Rigging includes drop shot rigs for quick bottom reach or traditional split shots with unweighted flies.

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