How to Fly Fish With a Regular Fishing Pole

Fly fishing can be a difficult sport to master. Inherent technicalities of the casting motion make fishing with a traditional fly rod intimidating for some anglers. Some anglers may prefer to use traditional flies as a lure, but they can be difficult to cast on a traditional spinning rod due to their light weight. Using a bubble float can help anglers enjoy the best of both worlds by combining the casting ability of a spinning rod with the temptation of a traditional fly presentation.

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  • Fly fishing can be a difficult sport to master. Inherent technicalities of the casting motion make fishing with a traditional fly rod intimidating for some anglers. Some anglers may prefer to use traditional flies as a lure, but they can be difficult to cast on a traditional spinning rod due to their light weight. Using a bubble float can help anglers enjoy the best of both worlds by combining the casting ability of a spinning rod with the temptation of a traditional fly presentation.
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Instructions

    • 1

      Thread the bubble float with the fishing line by passing the line through the tube that runs through the center of the bubble float.

    • 2

      Thread the end of the fishing line through the tube pearl in the same manner.

    • 3

      Tie the end of the line to one end of the barrel swivel using a standard fishing knot. To tie the knot, wrap the end of the line two or three times around the fishing line and pass through the bottom loop. Pull tightly.

    • 4

      Attach a monofilament leader to the other end of the barrel swivel and secure using the standard fishing knot from Step 3.

    • 5

      Tie the fly to other end of the leader, again using a standard fishing knot.

    • 6

      Fill the bubble float with water by briefly submerging it in water. The water will add weight to the line and allow for more distance during casting. Adjust the leader length as needed to allow the fly to submerge beneath the water to the desired fishing depth.