What is the best size strike indicator?
Smaller 1/2″ sizes are best for most trout streams. Move up to the larger 1″ and 1 1/2″ ones for bigger water and heavier nymphs (e.g. when dredging egg patterns and 3 lbs of lead for Great Lakes steelhead).
How do you fish a strike indicator?
Simply attach your indicator at the desired depth so your flies will be suspended beneath, cast out gently using an open loop and a slowed down casting stroke and present them gently on the water surface. After they’ve landed, do a long straight pull to remove any slack and keep the flies in line with your rod.
How do you rig a strike indicator for fly fishing?
As for where to attach the indicator to the leader, it depends how deep you want to fish. If you want to fish toward the surface, attach your indicator one to two feet from the end of the leader. If you want to fish deeper, attach the indicator further from the end of the leader.
What are people saying about the New Zealand strike indicator?
“Sightfishing in clear water to nymphing trout requires the right fly and a natural presentation. We use 6x tippets and find that the New Zealand Strike Indicator enables a stealthy presentation and results in more hookups!” “This is one of the most innovative fly fishing products!
How many colors does New Zealand wool come in?
Trim it to any size needed. Specially sourced and dyed New Zealand wool is available in: Stealthy White, Hi-Vis Orange, Super Bright Florescent Green, and Black. Also available in a Mixed Wool Pack with all four colors. Package includes 3 feet of perfect tubing to make indicators.
How do you use a strike indicator tool?
New Zealand Strike Indicator Tool Kit This innovative, patented tool is the easiest way to attach wool or yarn indicators to your line. Attach it, trim and adjust to optimal water depth and remove with no kink or damage to leader.
How do you use a wool indicator on a fishing line?
The wool indicator casts like a dry fly with 14 to 16 foot leaders on my three weight and detects the most subtle takes.” This innovative, patented tool is the easiest way to attach wool or yarn indicators to your line. Attach it, trim and adjust to optimal water depth and remove with no kink or damage to leader.