Best simple explanation of what feench leader fishing is on youtube. Then gives loads of reslly helpful detail on technicals rods reels leader etc superb
I may have commented already, but I just keep coming back to this video as a consistent and informative resource. So useful and really helping the nymphing newbie community. Thanks Andy and IB 🎣👍
Via these particular videos, thanks for putting me on the right tracks re: the real-world practicalities of Euro / French leader nymphing a few seasons ago now…with the benefit of my own experiences gained from time on rivers ( and catching a few wild brown trout and grayling along the way:), I have just rewatched both vlogs (part 1 & 2) and have found myself nodding in agreement with all your tips, advice and helpful comments…I appreciate the time and effort that you and IB put into sharing what you do with us…it helped me a lot, thanks again
I’ve watched and learned so much from these videos but not left a comment on RUclips. You explain this so well and in a way most of us can understand. I and a number of my friends have never tried this style of fishing but were inspired by your videos. Owe you a few drinks when the pubs open again!
The learning curve on this technique can be quite steep for most fisherman. You've done an excellent job of packing an amazing amount of information and hands-on instruction into a relatively short video. All aspects are covered. Well done !
I keep coming back to this video... Haven't made it to a good river yet so I keep coming back for catch up.. Seriously one of the best euro Nymphing vids out there... Many thanks...
Got sick and tired of the lockdown nonsense in my home state, decided to go flyfishing again which I have not done so much in the last few years. Bought a new Moonshine Epiphany 10', 2wt and set out to try euro nymphing on a premiere tailwater and wow, what a difference! Took a couple trips to get a good handle on the technique, but then I had the epiphany, and now tightline nymphing has reignighted my interest in flyfishing and I am enjoying it as much as when I first started years ago. Cheers.
I'm new ish to fly fishing. I watched your video. Got everything i needed, set up and went out this morning to a local river. I landed 9 fish and lost 3 in a quick trip. A really enjoyable morning. Keep the good videos coming
@@IBandAndyFishing I'm not very good with fly names!! The point nymph had a silver bead and a black and purple body. The second was a gold bead with a orange and copper body. Thats probably not very helpful!! lol. Hope you don't mind me giving you an idea for one of your videos. A video on fishing small streams would be good, well for me anyway!!
@@andylamude3932 when I'm fishing really small streams (like ones you can jump over), I actually let the terrain dictate the rod choice. Meaning if I'm fishing really overgrown areas with overhanging trees, I prefer a shorter rod for the maneuverability bonus as opposed to a long 10'+ rod. If a stream is fairly clear of vegetation or other obstacles, using the longer rod is always an advantage because of the extra reach you can get.
You do a nice job with breaking down all the steps and making it simpler to understand the euro nymph techniques thank u for that cuz others I have watched use all the lingo but don't make it clear to understand and complete each step...so I wanted to give you props for your ability to instruct and demonstrate
Just watched this video as I wanted to learn to fish with the French leader, ie set up etc, I can say it is one of the best instructional videos I've watched what a great guy came across making it very clear ,impressed obviously a great instructor/guide. Thanks .
Well one, I think that this is one of the most clear and sensible presentations on these Euro techniques. Detailed enough and not obviously punting specific brands. I am not sure I agree with the use of fluorocarbon tippet, but everyone to his own. Very nice, informative video..
@@IBandAndyFishing Again, great video, I have watched a lot of fishing and casting videos, many are not that informative and simply filled with brand punting and excessive enthusiasm whilst lacking in real knowledge. I liked this two part series a lot. As to the fluorocarbon issue there are a few points. Firstly for the most part fluoro has a higher diameter for the same B/S, and to me the very slight (even questionable) advantage of visibility is negated by that. One of the most critical elements of getting the flies down and keeping them there in fast current is tippet diameter. Secondly I find it unreliable, break offs for no apparent reason. In the end I think that the extreme cost of fluoro' and it's unreliability combined with minimal possible advantages in terms of visibility don't add up. Currently I uses Stroft GTM for almost all of my stream fishing. Although I do a great deal more dry fly than nymphing. Opinions do seem to vary and the people most happy with fluoro seem to be the saltwater guys, where thickness of tippet may well mean an advantage in terms of visibility. For freshwater work I don't use it anymore. You may enjoy a blog post of mine from some time back paracaddis.wordpress.com/2014/06/19/fluorocarbon/ Kindest regards
I stumbled on one of your videos about 3 weeks ago where you and IB were alternating fishing- enjoyed it; since I started tight line nymphing here in New England about a year ago, I have learned a lot by trial and error, as well as from some U.S. made films. Having enjoyed your other video, I decided to watch your first one on "frenchie leaders". Well done. I'll be watching # 2 later today. I find I pick up a lot by watching and your explanations are very clear. I am also someone who gets "stuck in " to a new passion and reads and watches whatever he can find of an instructional nature!. I've found I can sort through different presentations, find what makes sense to me, ignore what doesn't, and then trial and error teaches the rest. I admit to often coming back and trying to relearn or absorb what I ignored. LOL. Thanks for a very clear and cogent presentation.
Thanks for this, a real comprehensive guide to this type of fishing. Have read many an article or book on the subject but been left baffled. You explain every aspect in easily understandable order. Cheers buddy!
Thanks for this brilliant pair of videos, I have never been confident with nymph fishing of any description but after watching this I thought I would make an effort to get to grips with it. Went out today and had my best day of the season on the Welsh Dee, 7 Grayling and a couple of end of season Browns all caught Euro Nymphing. Love the channel guys, thanks 😊 ❤
Really good video. Been an angler for 40+ years but only just starting to try the Euro Nymph style this winter . Been searching for this type of video on RUclips and I think this one is the best I've found. Thankyou.
Brilliant Andy. I've never tried the French leader but have been thinking about giving it a go and this video answers more or less all the questions I had. Look forward to part deux!
Hi Andy & IB, I hope you’re well. A video similar to this in regards to various set ups for dry flies, wet flies & nymphs would be great - which parts of the river to look out for (fast/slow/deep/shallow etc) and how to use those different flies according to the situation you’re in. With being new to the sport and not speaking to many people in person due to lockdown I’m struggling to understand whether or not I’m actually using the correct rig/method/fly for the situation that I’m in. All of your videos are really useful and I have learnt an awful lot of from you guys in such a little time - thanks for your dedication and help to the sport. Thanks!
It is videos like this and the people that put the effort into producing them that makes RUclips such an outstanding resource for folks like me trying to learn just about anything. And I haven't even seen part 2! My heartfelt thanks for putting in the time to make this, keep up the great work.
I’m just starting to get to grips with nymphing and I found this video really excellent: clear, informative and very helpful. Great work. Thanks very much.
Great stuff Andy. As someone who has fished the French leader for years I leant loads. You a terrific communicator, which is probably why you are such a renowned guide. Thanks for doing this 👍🎣
Well done another great video! You must both be doing something right as I keep finding myself watching your fly fishing videos and I don't even like fly fishing lol. Keep up the good work.
Excellent two videos - I have struggled getting to grips with euro nymphing and plan to give it a good go over the winter grayling fishing period - thanks for putting these videos together with great tuition and explanation - I hope you don't mind if I share this with our club members - enjoying your channel and subscribed - Tight Lines - Steve.
Just found your channel; this video is the best I've found explaining how to use the Euro Nymphing technique. I am looking forward to part 2, thanks for sharing
Very informative! From Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. . Love your channel! I live 4 miles from a great tail water trout stream, The Tulpehocken Creek....
thank you ieva and andy this was a very informative video very usefull u made it simple to understand and very well presented in a very neat package very good job to both of ya ur hard work shows and ib is well funny love the banter more competitons between ya brilliant
Another really easy to understand video, Andy. I've been French nymphing for 5 or 6 years now but was initially very confused by the fact every vlog I looked at described it as a long range nymphing method. However, you correctly say it is short to medium method. I started 'Czech' nymphing but now use the longer leader for both short and medium range fishing and although it took a long time to 'click' once I kept everything in line and just got to hold bottom for a steady drift, it made perfect sense (and caught me a lot more fish!). Thanks for a great video.
So many fishing videos are just about catching fish, so some genuine , excellent instruction is really welcome. You make what initially seems like a difficult technique seem relatively simple! Thanks guys
Hi Andy. I am a regular pants fly fisher looking forward to participating in euro nymphing tactics. You tube is flooded with vids with many leaving me utterly confused. Your vids are a breath of fresh air & are extremely easy to follow. Love them & thank you for sharing! 👍💪
Great video. You guys rocked it. Spot on with the description of the gear and I really enjoyed how you broke down the fishing situations. Tons of great info in Part 1. Looking forward to part 2. Fish On. AP
I use the Sage ESN 10ft 2Wt fantastic rod but not cheap. Fished my club water Salisbury Game Section middle Avon last week using your system and took 8 nice Grayling at around 1 and a half pound and a couple of WBT at around the 1bl mark. Brilliant video keep doing them. Camera operative made it all the better. Brian Wimborne Dorset
Great Video Andy , well presented, and good points made and explained well, Sometimes this info can be invaluable to someone who is trying to figure this method out, I have only been using this method for a year and a bit, and find it the most satisfying way to catch fish, I look forward to the second part. cheers
Congratulations, Andy! I was taught Euro nymphing three years ago by a former member of Italian national team and it really changed dramatically my life as an angler. Your explanations are very clear and you are an excellent communicator: you really were able to expose all the basic points in the most pleasant and encouraging way. Maybe I have just a little regret: your sighter (or bicolor) is nearly invisible in the video and it takes away much of the fun, because seeing the sudden tension of the line is very exciting - just like seeing the bite of a fish on the surface when dry fishing. Again, congratulations and keep up the good work! Thank you
very kind words Raul, thank you very much! I wish we could see the indicator better too, but the light on the day and the cameras we have just aren't of a high standard...
Wow...can’t wait to see part 2. I fished my first euro leader attempt yesterday trying it out on my 5 wt 9 foot rod. I really enjoyed the detailed look at your casting technique. I also liked how you attached the individual fly tippets with a tippet ring to the common tippet. I was following a pattern for the attachment of the top fly using a triple surgeon knot. Much harder to manage. If you can use a brighter sight that would show up better in the video it would be much appreciated. Thanks for sharing.
Really liked the three F adage: Foam, Food Fish. Over here in USA the equivalent is Foam is Home. Been Euro nymphing for about 3 years. Your videos have been very helpful. Thanks and keep up the great work.
Thank you, Well done another great video! You must both be doing something right as I keep finding myself watching your fly fishing videos and I don't even like fly fishing lol.Brilliant Andy and the best I've seen it explained mate,I like the maxcatch brand of fishing gear, the variety of colors, the effect will be different,your a natural infront of a camera.
Very, very good video. Never heard of anybody being against the stocking of giant rainbows, lol, that was a new one. I thought all British trout were stocked, lolol.
Very good tutorial and explanation of the techniques used for this style of nymph fishing, but can't understand why, when you cross to the other bank you don't simply fish with the rod in the other hand, much better than cross casting. So simple.
Thanks Terence! Great question; so I do teach both off the wrong shoulder and left handed. You'd be amazed how many anglers struggle with fishing with the wrong hand, particularly when you introduce a retrieve - it can really fox some anglers! Personally I do a bit of both, but again, if I'm shooting and retrieving line, I stay with my dominant hand 👍
@IBandAndyFishing When ever I am asked to teach a beginner to fly-fish , first thing I ask is " are you right or left handed" then I give them the rod in the OTHER hand. They usually make all the beginners mistakes but persevere, given time , casting will start to come together. Eventually I allow the change to the dominant side which their brain just naturally follows having broken the natural block to use their " off side" , they then will be able to cast with either hand, a huge advantage when fishing lakes and rivers when the wind has decided not to co-operate. Use whichever hand suits to play the fish, although reels are left or right handed on set-up, I haven't yet found a " handed" rod. Just my take on things, enjoy all your videos, I especially like the ones when I.B. outfishes you( only joking ) . Best regards and luck with your future editions.
very informative, well done i have yet to fish this technique and I'm looking forward to getting out there, I'm gonna veiw part two now. thank you both
This has to be the best video, along with part 2, on Euro nymphing on RUclips; really great job guys. If I missed it, apologies, but what reel do you use?
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Guys, check out the Euro Nymphing In A Box kit here! ---> bit.ly/EuroNymphKit
Out of stock. 😩
@@SeanLawn71 Back in stock!
Just bought one today
In the post tomorrow Neil, I was out on the river today, it's all packed and ready to go! 👍👍
@@IBandAndyFishing No worries, will let you know how I get on.
One of the best ESN explanations out there on US or UK channels. Cheers Andy and IB
Thank you so much! ❤️
Best instructional video I’ve seen as a potential euronympher trying to cut through the chaff and fully understand the technique!
Thank you Paul! ❤️
Best simple explanation of what feench leader fishing is on youtube. Then gives loads of reslly helpful detail on technicals rods reels leader etc superb
Thanks so much Dai, really glad you got something from it! Do you already fish this technique?
I may have commented already, but I just keep coming back to this video as a consistent and informative resource. So useful and really helping the nymphing newbie community. Thanks Andy and IB 🎣👍
My thoughts exactly...thanks Andy and IB
Thank you so much guys, much appreciated!
This is the best video that I have viewed in a long time. You have taught me so much, thank you do much,
MSG Leum
that's really kind of you to say, thank you so much!
Via these particular videos, thanks for putting me on the right tracks re: the real-world practicalities of Euro / French leader nymphing a few seasons ago now…with the benefit of my own experiences gained from time on rivers ( and catching a few wild brown trout and grayling along the way:), I have just rewatched both vlogs (part 1 & 2) and have found myself nodding in agreement with all your tips, advice and helpful comments…I appreciate the time and effort that you and IB put into sharing what you do with us…it helped me a lot, thanks again
thanks so much, we both really are grateful for the kind comments - it's keeping us going this winter!
I googled "French Leader" and got Emmanuel Macron! 😂
Half way through the video and I can say best and most informative video I have seen. Great job.
Thanks Jason, we really appreciate it!
I’ve watched and learned so much from these videos but not left a comment on RUclips. You explain this so well and in a way most of us can understand. I and a number of my friends have never tried this style of fishing but were inspired by your videos. Owe you a few drinks when the pubs open again!
Thanks bud, really glad it's worked for you!
@@IBandAndyFishing it's Mark H from DCAC!!!
Ahhhhh hi Mark! 👋
The learning curve on this technique can be quite steep for most fisherman. You've done an excellent job of packing an amazing amount of information and hands-on instruction into a relatively short video. All aspects are covered. Well done !
thanks David, really kind, hopefully something here will out an extra fish in your net at some point!
Best video for beginners and even experienced anglers i've seen regarding Fremch leader nymphing.. well done.. subscribed too!
French* 😃
I keep coming back to this video... Haven't made it to a good river yet so I keep coming back for catch up.. Seriously one of the best euro Nymphing vids out there... Many thanks...
Got sick and tired of the lockdown nonsense in my home state, decided to go flyfishing again which I have not done so much in the last few years. Bought a new Moonshine Epiphany 10', 2wt and set out to try euro nymphing on a premiere tailwater and wow, what a difference! Took a couple trips to get a good handle on the technique, but then I had the epiphany, and now tightline nymphing has reignighted my interest in flyfishing and I am enjoying it as much as when I first started years ago. Cheers.
I'm new ish to fly fishing. I watched your video. Got everything i needed, set up and went out this morning to a local river. I landed 9 fish and lost 3 in a quick trip. A really enjoyable morning. Keep the good videos coming
Great stuff Andy, well done n.a. sounds like a really great session, thank you for the message! what were the deadly flies?
@@IBandAndyFishing I'm not very good with fly names!! The point nymph had a silver bead and a black and purple body. The second was a gold bead with a orange and copper body. Thats probably not very helpful!! lol. Hope you don't mind me giving you an idea for one of your videos. A video on fishing small streams would be good, well for me anyway!!
@@andylamude3932 when I'm fishing really small streams (like ones you can jump over), I actually let the terrain dictate the rod choice. Meaning if I'm fishing really overgrown areas with overhanging trees, I prefer a shorter rod for the maneuverability bonus as opposed to a long 10'+ rod. If a stream is fairly clear of vegetation or other obstacles, using the longer rod is always an advantage because of the extra reach you can get.
This is a really great explanation of how to approach this method. Thank you!
thanks so much Paul!
You do a nice job with breaking down all the steps and making it simpler to understand the euro nymph techniques thank u for that cuz others I have watched use all the lingo but don't make it clear to understand and complete each step...so I wanted to give you props for your ability to instruct and demonstrate
That's really kind Cole, thank you! Hopefully you catch a few fish, let us know if you try it!
Just watched this video as I wanted to learn to fish with the French leader, ie set up etc, I can say it is one of the best instructional videos I've watched what a great guy came across making it very clear ,impressed obviously a great instructor/guide. Thanks .
Well one, I think that this is one of the most clear and sensible presentations on these Euro techniques. Detailed enough and not obviously punting specific brands. I am not sure I agree with the use of fluorocarbon tippet, but everyone to his own. Very nice, informative video..
really kind, thank you! Just out of interest, what don't you like about fluoro?
@@IBandAndyFishing Again, great video, I have watched a lot of fishing and casting videos, many are not that informative and simply filled with brand punting and excessive enthusiasm whilst lacking in real knowledge. I liked this two part series a lot. As to the fluorocarbon issue there are a few points. Firstly for the most part fluoro has a higher diameter for the same B/S, and to me the very slight (even questionable) advantage of visibility is negated by that. One of the most critical elements of getting the flies down and keeping them there in fast current is tippet diameter. Secondly I find it unreliable, break offs for no apparent reason. In the end I think that the extreme cost of fluoro' and it's unreliability combined with minimal possible advantages in terms of visibility don't add up. Currently I uses Stroft GTM for almost all of my stream fishing. Although I do a great deal more dry fly than nymphing. Opinions do seem to vary and the people most happy with fluoro seem to be the saltwater guys, where thickness of tippet may well mean an advantage in terms of visibility. For freshwater work I don't use it anymore. You may enjoy a blog post of mine from some time back paracaddis.wordpress.com/2014/06/19/fluorocarbon/ Kindest regards
@@Inkwaziflyfishing - very interesting blog post, thanks for the link.
I stumbled on one of your videos about 3 weeks ago where you and IB were alternating fishing- enjoyed it; since I started tight line nymphing here in New England about a year ago, I have learned a lot by trial and error, as well as from some U.S. made films. Having enjoyed your other video, I decided to watch your first one on "frenchie leaders". Well done. I'll be watching # 2 later today. I find I pick up a lot by watching and your explanations are very clear. I am also someone who gets "stuck in " to a new passion and reads and watches whatever he can find of an instructional nature!. I've found I can sort through different presentations, find what makes sense to me, ignore what doesn't, and then trial and error teaches the rest. I admit to often coming back and trying to relearn or absorb what I ignored. LOL. Thanks for a very clear and cogent presentation.
Just the detail I've been looking for, great thanks. Just subscribed
Thanks for this, a real comprehensive guide to this type of fishing. Have read many an article or book on the subject but been left baffled. You explain every aspect in easily understandable order. Cheers buddy!
Thanks for this brilliant pair of videos, I have never been confident with nymph fishing of any description but after watching this I thought I would make an effort to get to grips with it.
Went out today and had my best day of the season on the Welsh Dee, 7 Grayling and a couple of end of season Browns all caught Euro Nymphing.
Love the channel guys, thanks 😊 ❤
Really good video. Been an angler for 40+ years but only just starting to try the Euro Nymph style this winter . Been searching for this type of video on RUclips and I think this one is the best I've found. Thankyou.
Brilliant Andy. I've never tried the French leader but have been thinking about giving it a go and this video answers more or less all the questions I had. Look forward to part deux!
Fantastic, really glad it was of use to you!
Really well done! I think in my opinion the most definitive video for beginners I've seen out there. Thank you!
Hi Andy & IB,
I hope you’re well.
A video similar to this in regards to various set ups for dry flies, wet flies & nymphs would be great - which parts of the river to look out for (fast/slow/deep/shallow etc) and how to use those different flies according to the situation you’re in.
With being new to the sport and not speaking to many people in person due to lockdown I’m struggling to understand whether or not I’m actually using the correct rig/method/fly for the situation that I’m in.
All of your videos are really useful and I have learnt an awful lot of from you guys in such a little time - thanks for your dedication and help to the sport.
Thanks!
Brilliant wee video and very well presented.
Awesome Video,
Great job explaining everything. Looking forward to video 2
thanks Glen, really glad you enjoyed it!
Ye are getting better and better, you are a fantastic teacher,honestly! Can not wait for more. Love from Cork.
That's really cool of you to say Martin, thank you!
It is videos like this and the people that put the effort into producing them that makes RUclips such an outstanding resource for folks like me trying to learn just about anything. And I haven't even seen part 2! My heartfelt thanks for putting in the time to make this, keep up the great work.
that's a very very kind comment, thanks so much! Hope you get out and use the technique!
I’m just starting to get to grips with nymphing and I found this video really excellent: clear, informative and very helpful. Great work. Thanks very much.
Thanks Andy, much appreciated!
I like your teaching technique and your instructions were very easy to follow. Now I just need to get out there and try it.
This is the best video I’ve seen as yet on french leader fishing. I’m a total beginner so this is very informative 👌🏻👍🏻
thanks Martin!
I have never fly fished in my life but found this fascinating . You're good at explaining things Andy ...you should do this for living :D
🤣🤣that might be the nicest comment we've ever had! Really kind, thank you very much!
Spot on ! Best French/Spanish nymphing vid on youtube!
very kind Mikael, thanks!
Great stuff Andy. As someone who has fished the French leader for years I leant loads. You a terrific communicator, which is probably why you are such a renowned guide. Thanks for doing this 👍🎣
That is a huge complement coming from you Alex, I'm very grateful!
Well done another great video! You must both be doing something right as I keep finding myself watching your fly fishing videos and I don't even like fly fishing lol. Keep up the good work.
you should give it a go Graham! Many thanks for watching!
Excellent film. Thorough and very informative. Thank you.
Most informative video I've watched so far.
Excellent two videos - I have struggled getting to grips with euro nymphing and plan to give it a good go over the winter grayling fishing period - thanks for putting these videos together with great tuition and explanation - I hope you don't mind if I share this with our club members - enjoying your channel and subscribed - Tight Lines - Steve.
First class! Method I want to try on the Dove and best you tube description I’ve found. Excellent.
as ever,..professionally concise, thanks Andy
We’ll done! Very informative. I learned a lot.
That's probably the best French leader tutorial I've seen Andy. Can't wait to see the next one.
That's really kind Richard, thank you very much!
This video is packed with nuggets of knowledge/value. Thanks
Nice job, good understandable instruction. Thank you.
Brilliant Andy and the best I've seen it explained mate,your a natural infront of a camera.
thanks very much Graeme!
So the video goes from side to side doesn't distract anyone from the subject still a very good video well presented looking forward to part 2
I've always assumed folks find something else to look at while my mug is in the shot anyway 🙈😂
Thanks Stephen, much appreciated 👍👍
It just gives a better view!!
Great tutorial video! You are very thorough, particularly in your explanation of what is happening during the drift.
Thanks Patrick, really glad you enjoyed it! Something you'll try out?
Just found your channel; this video is the best I've found explaining how to use the Euro Nymphing technique. I am looking forward to part 2, thanks for sharing
Great video you guy's, particularly loved the graphics you used to explain the drift etc... THANK YOU!
thanks buddy! It's not very professional I know, we're getting there!
Absolutely terrific video. As always! Thanks for posting.
Thanks very much, really appreciate it!
Very informative! From Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. . Love your channel! I live 4 miles from a great tail water trout stream, The Tulpehocken Creek....
Brilliant video. A masterclass.
That's really kind, I've never been called a masterclass before, much appreciated ❤❤
thank you ieva and andy this was a very informative video very usefull u made it simple to understand and very well presented in a very neat package very good job to both of ya ur hard work shows and ib is well funny love the banter more competitons between ya brilliant
We are so glad yourself and many others enjoyed this! Thank you Freeda!
Excellent video!
Thank you Jeff!
Another really easy to understand video, Andy. I've been French nymphing for 5 or 6 years now but was initially very confused by the fact every vlog I looked at described it as a long range nymphing method. However, you correctly say it is short to medium method. I started 'Czech' nymphing but now use the longer leader for both short and medium range fishing and although it took a long time to 'click' once I kept everything in line and just got to hold bottom for a steady drift, it made perfect sense (and caught me a lot more fish!). Thanks for a great video.
Brilliant video Andy can’t wait for part 2
Thanks Gordon! Being edited right this moment!
Great video thanks. Just starting out and found the tips in this really useful. Thanks Richard at Barbless Flies for the heads up. Subscribed!
So many fishing videos are just about catching fish, so some genuine , excellent instruction is really welcome. You make what initially seems like a difficult technique seem relatively simple! Thanks guys
Hi Andy. I am a regular pants fly fisher looking forward to participating in euro nymphing tactics. You tube is flooded with vids with many leaving me utterly confused. Your vids are a breath of fresh air & are extremely easy to follow. Love them & thank you for sharing! 👍💪
Terrific video.. Extremely informative. You really have a knack for clear communication! Thanks so much.
cheers Neil, very kind of you to say so!
Excellent,informative,top notch👍
Really good tutorial, I’m going to give this a go on Sunday..... hopefully it’s sunk in!
Well explained Andy.thing of beauty small trout to that large stockie .
Very kind James, thanks! I'd far rather catch those wild fish any day 👍👍👍
Fair play to you,at last a brilliant informative video on a style of fly fishing i've been wanting to try but didn't know how,
Thank you.
Great video as always. Thanks so much for posting!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!
Great video. You guys rocked it. Spot on with the description of the gear and I really enjoyed how you broke down the fishing situations. Tons of great info in Part 1. Looking forward to part 2. Fish On. AP
thanks AP, really kind feedback, much appreciated!
I use the Sage ESN 10ft 2Wt fantastic rod but not cheap. Fished my club water Salisbury Game Section middle Avon last week using your system and took 8 nice Grayling at around 1 and a half pound and a couple of WBT at around the 1bl mark. Brilliant video keep doing them. Camera operative made it all the better.
Brian Wimborne Dorset
that's fantastic Brian, well done! Great rod too, lovely bit of kit!
Great video, looking forward to part two.
Thanks Kevin, working on it as fast as I can!
Excellent explanation and presentation.
Thanks Larry! Hopefully it was useful 👍👍👍
There's no wonder you are such a well known and effective guide, your so good at teaching👍👏🎣🐜
that's super kind of you, thanks very much Ethan!
Great Video Andy, heard about this technique.. Your film explained it all... Paul in Norwich....:-)
Thanks Paul in Norwich! Hope it helps you catch a few!
Good instruction Andy! I took this style up a couple of years ago and it's very effective,whilst still being very enjoyable.
I really like the unique challenge of the frenchie, it sounds like you do too! Really glad you enjoyed it 👍👍
@@IBandAndyFishing -Fishing much smaller rivers with my 10 footer,but the control is amazing using the reach! Working streamers is good as well
A really great tutorial, thanks Andy and IB.
Great video man .
Great Video Andy , well presented, and good points made and explained well, Sometimes this info can be invaluable to someone who is trying to figure this method out, I have only been using this method for a year and a bit, and find it the most satisfying way to catch fish, I look forward to the second part. cheers
thanks richard, very kind! It's a mysterious technique that's for sure, I'm sure some folks will do it differently
Congratulations, Andy! I was taught Euro nymphing three years ago by a former member of Italian national team and it really changed dramatically my life as an angler. Your explanations are very clear and you are an excellent communicator: you really were able to expose all the basic points in the most pleasant and encouraging way.
Maybe I have just a little regret: your sighter (or bicolor) is nearly invisible in the video and it takes away much of the fun, because seeing the sudden tension of the line is very exciting - just like seeing the bite of a fish on the surface when dry fishing.
Again, congratulations and keep up the good work!
Thank you
very kind words Raul, thank you very much! I wish we could see the indicator better too, but the light on the day and the cameras we have just aren't of a high standard...
Always learn something ever time I watch this, great work Andy, hope the rain stops soon!
Wow...can’t wait to see part 2. I fished my first euro leader attempt yesterday trying it out on my 5 wt 9 foot rod. I really enjoyed the detailed look at your casting technique. I also liked how you attached the individual fly tippets with a tippet ring to the common tippet. I was following a pattern for the attachment of the top fly using a triple surgeon knot. Much harder to manage. If you can use a brighter sight that would show up better in the video it would be much appreciated. Thanks for sharing.
really glad you enjoyed it Daniel! Thank you!
Really liked the three F adage: Foam, Food Fish. Over here in USA the equivalent is Foam is Home. Been Euro nymphing for about 3 years. Your videos have been very helpful. Thanks and keep up the great work.
foam is home is a great one too! Thanks for the kind comment!
Excellent overview. Very helpful. Thanks!
Thank you, Well done another great video! You must both be doing something right as I keep finding myself watching your fly fishing videos and I don't even like fly fishing lol.Brilliant Andy and the best I've seen it explained mate,I like the maxcatch brand of fishing gear, the variety of colors, the effect will be different,your a natural infront of a camera.
you should try fly fishing then, that's all there is to it!
@@IBandAndyFishing Thank you, there are good fly fishing skills and utensils to share, I want to capture with you one day.
Very, very good video. Never heard of anybody being against the stocking of giant rainbows, lol, that was a new one. I thought all British trout were stocked, lolol.
Great video guy's,very educational, some nice trout caught, well done.no trout queen to beat you today lol.
damn it, rumbled! It's a lot easier if she's behind the camera, she can't beat me from there!
Great video as usual I'll have to try this method it's new to me. Great camera work IB enjoy your prosecco 😊
Thanks Thomas, much appreciated!
That was a nice fish never seen a blue trout before, not landed a fish this season just yet, regards from New Zealand 😃
Brilliant video. Thank you Andy !
Absolutely brilliant and informative video. Thank you so much. Looking forward to watching part 2 now!!
Good video well explained, look forward to part two.
Cheers Paul, thanks for watching!
Absolutely awesome video!! Great tips and a ton of important detail.
Brilliant video, superb style of teaching and learned loads, thank you :)
So informative!! Thanks for all the fantastic advice.
Nice vlog mate.....well done :D
thanks Franci, much appreciated!
Learning a lot, Thank you
Very good tutorial and explanation of the techniques used for this style of nymph fishing, but can't understand why, when you cross to the other bank you don't simply fish with the rod in the other hand, much better than cross casting. So simple.
Thanks Terence! Great question; so I do teach both off the wrong shoulder and left handed. You'd be amazed how many anglers struggle with fishing with the wrong hand, particularly when you introduce a retrieve - it can really fox some anglers!
Personally I do a bit of both, but again, if I'm shooting and retrieving line, I stay with my dominant hand 👍
@IBandAndyFishing When ever I am asked to teach a beginner to fly-fish , first thing I ask is " are you right or left handed" then I give them the rod in the OTHER hand. They usually make all the beginners mistakes but persevere, given time , casting will start to come together. Eventually I allow the change to the dominant side which their brain just naturally follows having broken the natural block to use their " off side" , they then will be able to cast with either hand, a huge advantage when fishing lakes and rivers when the wind has decided not to co-operate. Use whichever hand suits to play the fish, although reels are left or right handed on set-up, I haven't yet found a " handed" rod.
Just my take on things, enjoy all your videos, I especially like the ones when I.B. outfishes you( only joking ) . Best regards and luck with your future editions.
very informative, well done i have yet to fish this technique and I'm looking forward to getting out there, I'm gonna veiw part two now. thank you both
This has to be the best video, along with part 2, on Euro nymphing on RUclips; really great job guys. If I missed it, apologies, but what reel do you use?
thanks alan, that's really kind! We mostly use these...
Traxion 1 Reel -
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Is there a shooting range close by? (12:00/47:53).. keen to see part 2