I used wooly buggers and clouser minnows for years. I'd catch a few. My friends who use spinning rods with plastic worms catch about 4 to my 1 and they catch bigger fish. I'm competitive enough that it bothers me. (I know, see a therapist.)
But last year I didn't get to go out until July or August. I used nothing but a bullet head grasshopper imitation. I fished the shadows only. I had a great time. I caught maybe 6 bluegill for every bass, but I was generally active all day long. And I caught bigger bluegill than the 4" plastic worms drag in. I've only fished twice this spring/summer, and I didn't get as much action. Last weekend I caught about 4 smallies from 8-10" and a friend caught about 8 12" smallies with plastic worms in the same 4 hour stretch. But I caught more bluegill. Jerry Spector -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, June 26, 2004 9:29 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [VFB] Smallmouth Bass Fisherman Hello Listers, I have been flyfishing for trout for about 10 years. I travel all over the state in pursuit of all species of trout indigenous to this locale -- my favorite being the small, native Brook Trout. They are very challenging to catch and loads of fun on a 2/3 wt. rod. However, my craving for something new has led me back to a couple of great smallmouth rivers right at my back door. I have had great success spinning for these fish, but little success with the long rod. Any hardcore Smallie fisherman on the List? I am looking for some "favorite patterns," rigging info or just some good advice for a beginner. I have been tying for about 8yrs., so please share some of your patterns if you feel like doing so. Thanks, VaFlycaster
