u/SNO_SRFR

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I'm back with more indecisiveness. I have not been tenkara or fly fishing before. I purchased a Mizuchi rod and I fish the western slopes of the sierra nevada. I think i'm ready to purchase flies but still unsure what to pull the trigger on and what sizes. Do you folks catch more fish with dry or wet flies? And quite frankly, whats the more satisfying casting experience with?

  • Elk Hair Caddis
  • Parachute Adams
  • Prince Nymphs
  • Wolly Buggers
  • Roam Ants

Do I want these in size 12, 14, or 16? My experience is the fish are 6-12in where I usually venture to. If I make my way to the Kern River i'll expect larger fish there. Do i need bead heads for the wet flies? Anything i'm leaving off this list? These are the most affordable i've seen on the internet, but would appreciate a good assortment back for under $30 to expose myself to more shapes and sizes.

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u/SNO_SRFR — 9 days ago

Is it any good? I'd likely traverse to in with a camelback so I have fresh water and flexibility and my poles. But wondering if this would be worth the small investment for accessing flies and whatnot. I dislike my vest. Nirvana Simple Chest Pack

u/SNO_SRFR — 16 days ago