Fly Fishing Evolution

George Daniel

Fly Fisher/Fly Tier/Competitive Fly Fisher

George Daniel has been experimenting, innovating, and developing strategies and techniques since he started fly fishing. One thing he’s discovered is that fly fishing doesn’t stand still; it evolves. Join us to learn about the cutting-edge strategies for nymphing, dry fly, and streamer fishing that are used on the water today. Equipment, fly patterns, rigs, and casting are all fair game.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• What inspired you to write your latest book Fly Fishing Evolution?
• What rod do you use for most of your fishing?
• Does the weight of the rod determine the size of fish I can catch?
• What do you see as the next step in rod development?
• In what circumstances would you select a Tenkara rod over traditional tackle?
• Do you carry more than one rod when fishing?
• How do you rig for two flies, and when do you use this?
• Do you see advantages to using a non-slip loop knot to attach your flies?
• Do use the drop-shot nymphing technique? If so when?
• How do you avoid having your mono rigs twist and tangle?
• What do you use for your sighter?
• When is it time to switch from a euro nymphing rig to a suspension rig?
• What are your thoughts on confidence flies?
• What are the flies you use most often for nymphing?