I too have Fished the Dawl Bach static and all different retrieves, its possibly my most successful fly, both here in the UK and South Africa catching different species.
We have been working with our latest pattern, which is a pearl olive nymph. It is very similar to the Dawl. we are finding the simplicity of the pattern seems to be key. Spars is good. Like the dawl it catches fish consistently. And as you have found fished many ways. Not sure about your self, But we have tried a few colours with this new pattern. They can catch fish, but the olive works far better. Thanks for the comment Johnathan. Shaun.
Well, I will be trying out the two fly buzzer method with a retrieve chucked in. Very well explained and a very entertaining snow ball fight. We never grow up. Great video. Tight lines
I really hope people get to do this. For most its the confidence to use small flies and thinking its only lures that can be fished fast. I can tell you that I have even fished an 18 with a fast figure of eight. Just thing of all those small aquatic creatures swimming or darting around. For most of the time we do a steady figure of eight with may be a few pauses. But keep an eye on the water, when you notice a few fish darting around. Time to try the fast stuff with the buzzer. Sometimes you may think they wont chase this. Trust me they often will, and its aggressive. Give it a go, mess about with them. But its another successful method for your armory. Thanks for the comment Alan. Keep in touch. Shaun.
Just been watching your video and that was great. And you are explaining and showing more with detail. This is great for the viewers. Ye we had a crazy week of weather, at one point I could not even move my fingers. Old now mate. Ye it was a cracking fish, big. no idea in weight as I keep them in the net. But if it was not a double it was close to a double. You get lucky now and then. Thanks for the comment Sean, catch up soon mate.
Thanks mate, but as you already know how long I spent on it, it should be half decent. Don't know if I will ever learn enough to get them done faster. Keep in touch mate. Shaun.
R you watching while on holiday. I bet your having a great time, nice and warm. We are having a hot spell here at the moment. Don't rush home to catch it. Bet it will be over before you know it. Make the most of it while you are there mate. Have fun and look after your self. Shaun.
Afternoon Shaun, Thought I'd catch up with you re my planned outings with a two buzzer set up.. Been out twice in the last two weeks and no joy. That's not to say on the right day it will pay dividends, just got to get my set up right and have more faith. Reverted back to a single fly on the point, a home tied cormorant from my good fishing buddy and it was back in business. Fish in the net. If I manage to hit the sweet spot, I will definitely keep you posted. So for now , tight lines
Methods and patterns are all over the place at the moment. I am switching constantly during the day. And like you say there's a time and a place for every method and pattern. The weather at the moment for a lot of the country, is making fishing difficult. Honestly I can feel the confidence in your words when you mention the cormorant. A bit more of this in a few more patterns will do you really well. Over time you will discover your choice of pattern. But that confidence is what catches the fish. Late March and April are the best times for this method. But if the fish start moving higher in the water, there's a chance. Nice to hear back from you Alan. Thanks mate. Take care. Shaun.
Same here Dean. I have been telling Matthew that I have been trying to put time on the water doing some work, just to get it nice for your visit. Problem I have had is every thing coming at me at the same time. I will get there. Thanks for the comment Dean. Shaun.
Nice to hear from you again James, I hope I have convinced you that there's a lot more to the buzzer, and no limit to retrieves. Like every method and pattern its not every day. But never ignore it, keep it in mind and give it a go some time. If the fish are higher in the water you will be surprised as to how fast you can move the buzzer. Take care James. Shaun.
@@jamesmoore4782 At the moment I am getting better success with the dry also. But if the opportunity arrives. Get those buzzers on. Mess about, try lots of retrieves. There is a great satisfaction in trying new things. Watch those fish and try to figure out what could make them tick. It only takes one to be a success.
Ye a bit more than my normal. Hooking the big fish was fine. But on the last day was amazing. Had a lot more fish than shown. But the last bit on the dries was brilliant. Thanks for the support and comment again Mike. Take care mate. Shaun.
This goes to show one should try all methods, not just stick to the conventional static of washing line on buzzers! Helpful diagram… explains why I take more fish on buzzers when fishing in line with wind on a steady retrieve than fishing static! Also like that you again reinforce the point, presentation is everything! So many get obsessed with “which fly is it?” rather than thinking the presentation and depth as being more important. So, yeah another great video Shaun! Don’t know about you but this current weather is great, but ain’t half spoiling our fishing! Cheers! Jonathan
Absolutely must try all retrieves before giving up any pattern. So many people are unaware of what is going on in there waters. Like for so many years now I have listened to people going on about the natural way. Where do they get this from. Like for anything we do. Know the game first. Understand how water moves and understand what goes on in the water. Then go fishing. No need to know it all, but get the basics. I did cover a video on the basics of Undertow, and how it can effect our fishing. The response was poor, or the channel is far to small for this sort of message. Yes more often its presentation before fly. If it was about the fly, we would all be using the same fly. But on any day you will find a variety of flies work on the day. I have said for two years now how conditions are changing our sport, and effecting the fish behaviour. And this is just the start of things I am sure. A lot of people will not notice for a few reasons. The main one being that if you fish a well stocked lake. Stock fish are not educated, they will try and eat anything. So these people will not notice much change. But there is so much going on due to climate that effects our fishing. Far to much for me to explain to you. But what we are experiencing at the moment is the constant change in pressure. This throws fish right off. And what I am starting to understand now could effect more waters. When we put our last stock in they moved about for two days. This is normally a few weeks as they establish and slowly become resident fish. I have heard from a few waters that have experience much the same. We have another stock going in this week. So we will be monitoring what happens. If these fish react in the same way. Which is go down and become very difficult to catch. How many more stockings do we do. This is a very tricky one for the fishery managers. But most important for a quality water and fish, we do not want to overstock. Ye fishing is tuff at the moment. Lets hope it passes bye soon. Great comment Jonathan mate. Shaun.
I have literally caught thousands of Trout over the years and I next to never fish the buzzers static, nearly always a black buzzer too but sometimes red
So glad to hear from you Cleggy. Its nice to know I am not alone. The response over the past year or so is great. Like you I have fished the buzzer with all sorts of retrieve for so long I cant remember. But we know fish respond well to movement. Static means your waiting for the fish to come to you. Whats the harm in retrieving to find the fish. These people who say there's only one way, are cheating them selves. Fish don't have rules. Thanks for the comment Cleggy. Keep them moving. Shaun.
For some reason this year I can turnover 15-18ft of tippet really nicely prior to this year I could on do 8-12ft I’ve been fishing for years but must still be improving
I would love to come up to Scotland. Only a few problems. Getting the sort of time off to do this sort of trip, but most of all I have not got this sort of money. I live on a budget. And if I did do this I would not be spending too much time on a still water. You have some of the most wonderful wild fishing in the country. That's where I would like to be. All said this is a dream trip. I will never say never. I do watch a lot of material from up there. One I love is Southside Fly Fishing, and more so his latest video. And coming up there to show you how its done. Well I am no different from you or anybody else. The one thing that sets us apart is being able to respond to the changes. And that is for most of the time switching a method on the day or during the day. Thanks for the comment mate. Shaun.
Hi Shaun...excellent vid again mate, snow...fantastic....was wondering what materials you tied for the zonka pattern? and be nice to see the buzzers that you fished with.....thanks
Thanks Mark. I have messed about with this zonka for a good while. Nearly all lure patterns I fish attract a good few fish and a good few come off. When I watch these patterns in the water they sometimes end up on there side coming through the water, and I have heard a lot of people say the same. I was not sure if this was the reason for fish coming off the hook. But it made sense. So what I have done is to watch a lot of videos of tying these patterns. What was very common if wire was included, is that it was tied on to the side of the shank. But if a bead was used that it might be the buoyancy of material. So I have decided to use lead wire. Hence the intermediate line to fish it. Its a small tweak that makes a big difference. Tie the wire on the underside of the shank. And for this pattern I only wind one third back up. This helps to give more movement. And that is the trick. May not be new, but I have not seen or heard of this before. Oh and the amount of fish coming off. Almost nil. But the pattern is that blue twinkle stuff, Black micro cactus which looks more green to me. And for the checks flash bright from lureflash. very old stuff. But any flash may do. And obviously black zonka strip. My buzzers are straight forward simple and fairly plain. I mainly stick with black, red and olive. The red is my fav. and has had loads of fish. I did do a tying of the red on vid somewhere in here. Hope this helps Mark. Thanks for the comment mate. Shaun. Oh I think the video was called the one fly I want on here.
Sorry Melissa I did miss this comment. This was actually March. I did take a bit of time getting this video out. However I believe this was the only snow we had in Wales at this time. Only a few miles down the road and there was nothing. I seem to remember many years ago having snow as late as end of April/May. Take care Melissa, and thanks. Shaun.
This pattern has caught us boys a lot of fish. It is so simple. We have several sizes and now one weighted. The hooks we tend to use most are the Fulling Mill Heavy Weight Champ Black Nickel. This is the barbless range, but holds a fish really well. Have used the Nymph Black Nickel also. But if somebody has a preference for a hook that's fine. The Cling Film Fly was based on this pattern. Not sure if you have seen this video. But I am on the vice with both the Squirrel and the Cling Film flies. The Cling Film is scaled up so we can see it better. Reality is we fish this mainly on a small 16. Thanks for the interest and the comment. Any thing else you wish to know about. Please ask. Many thanks. Shaun.
Going through the comments and here you are again. That was the Rio aqua 11. As in two not eleven. Again with the Hays Black and Blue. This method and pattern has caught fish none stop. Even now. I am not saying that it has to be this pattern. Mind it is damn good. But try something like it. Or even a few nymphs. Hope this works for you mate. Fingers crossed that we will see this pattern available to the public very soon. Take care. Shaun.
@@markosborne8784 You are nothing like annoying. Its great to hear from you, and I happy to go through any question you have. Thank you for sharing with me. Shaun.
Hi Des, I use all Fulling Mill. For most of the time it will be Grab Gape Black Nickel. Great pattern. Fish it on top or below. Try different retrieves. But I find more often they like it fast. Add a small amount of lead wire on the underside of the shank for a pattern that can be fished faster with that bit of depth. Or just let it drop through the columns. And how about another twist. Add a bit of cling film for a wing. Small piece fold it and stretch it. Its going to get you a lot of fish on the day. Take care. Shaun.
@@shaunfishes101thanks for your quick reply. Those little nymphs look great and the use of cling film is ingenious. Do you find that the lack of a tail makes any difference when fishing them?
@@user-cq1du8kq5y Don't know that one. And I don't think I will ever find out. But if you feel that it gives you more confidence to add a tail, you must do it. I have tried a tail. But I can not make up my mind, and there was no evidence to say with or with out.
Thanks so much, I think the info as to how the buzzer finds its way to the surface might have surprised a few. Thanks for taken the time to comment. Take care. Shaun.
I am curious that if you don’t know the depth then which such long leaders , why the heavy point buzzer never gets tangled at the bottom of the lake? If someone can explain to me appreciate, thanks.🤔
OK lets say we have something like a 15' tippet on a floating line. We have three buzzers on. The point is a resin buzzer, which sinks quite fast. As a rule of thumb it has always been said, add a few foot to your tippet, allow for drag on the surface. Wind. If you are not sure of depth go longer. If you do hit bottom it is simple to reduce. However if the water depth is 15' or even 10' it would be very rarely to hit the bottom. We know of wind drag. But undertow can create far more drag than wind. And undertow goes in the opposite direction to wind. Undertow will vary in strength depending on time of year, temperature and wind speed. So when we add wind drag and undertow together, this can hold your flies a lot higher in the water than we think. I do believe for a lot of people on the water thinking there flies are not as deep as they think. There are so many scenarios on the day that can effect the position of our flies. I have done a video. Basic on undertow. Its called the Secret River. Another which hits on drag and undertow is, Probably the best line in the world. This is what it says on the thumb. Sorry I don't know how to do tags. Get back to me if I have not answered your question. Shaun.
I have always fished buzzers on the move slow figure of 8 (sink and draw method) stop let cast sink then repeat.... and only buzzers tied on straight shank hooks never fish this method on a curved hook 🙈 My normal set up is 18ft to 22ft cast of 3 buzzers or 3 buzzers and a fab.. Colours Black Olive Tan and orange 99% are quilled buzzers Size 10s to 18s
I get what you say about straight hook. This was pointed out to me last year at Garnffrwd. This wasn't you was it. I actually do much the same now. However, up until then I used grub hook style with great success. But over the years I have had great success moving the buzzer's, and even with a fast strip at times. I fish a team of buzzers mainly when things are slow. When the fish are hitting on a fast buzzer, I normally fish just the one. Great to hear from you Mark. Take care mate. Shaun.
No it wasn't me shaun but you where giving good advice all the same I really enjoy the work and effort put in to make these videos...... Curved hook buzzers work on there day like all flies the fish choose.... in my opinion there best fished under a bung... being moved they twist the leader up really move Unnaturally in the water..... the only time the real life buzzer is curved in shape is when it swims up to surface falls in the water column straight thats my theory anyway always mixed reviews on the topic
@@markrainey3268You are so correct on how the buzzer moves. We have spent more time tying buzzers on the straight hooks lately. We have just spent a whole week on the water of Garnffrwd South Wales. The fishing was difficult. And for every body on the water with what ever method you would like to mention. But the patterns that did get most fish was a straight buzzer, or very small nymphs which almost look like a buzzer. And for most of the time, best fished fast just below the surface. We are hopeful in getting a video from this trip. But we are having problems collecting material from the micro card. Catch up soon Mark. Shaun.
Hi Paul, It has to be the 7# rod and line. Floater and an intermediate. But with modern tec, more and more are switching to 5# and 6# rods.Personally I would be on the 6# slow/mid tip. A bit slower than mid tip action, but allows fishing lighter tippet with smaller flies. But if you intend fishing weighted lures for most of the time, you would be better off going for a fast/med action. Or stick with the 7#. Horses for courses mate.
Sorry took a while to reply. Thing is I have not a clue what net it is. So what I have done is tx one of the boys that has this info. He has just got back to us. He says its a Sharps of Aberdeen flip net. Best net I have ever used. We have also been using whychwood rover. But been having problems with them after some use. Its a pity, a bit more detail and it would be a good net.
@@divingbikingviking2002 When I am on the water with cameras and tripods along with all the other stuff we carry, I find it a lot easier to have the net out off the way on my back, and giving me a free hand. But even without all the camera stuff. I enjoy being more mobile. At times I will cast between pontoons as I make my way around the water.
A 4# is always going to be better presentation than the heavier rods. In the wright hands mind. But there is a lot more to it than that. I really have to get a video done on rods. The first thing to think of is what your fishing for and what you will be casting. When and where you intend to fish, like is it an exposed area, and is it mainly summer not winter. The action of the rod is very important. You could end up with a fast tip, which in my opinion is defeating the purpose of a lighter rod. Lets say the 4# rod. Smaller fish in the main, close range and calmer conditions. Mid action allows you to drop down on tippet. If that same rod was a tip action, there is more chance of getting snapped off. Be aware spooking fish with a main line is not so much how it lands on the water. The video the other month shows what happens. All lines create line flash. But to round it off. A 4# rod is more specific, A 6# / 7# is more all rounders. So if you have the cash, why not. Mind it could spend more time in the tube than on the water. If you are thinking of a new rod let me know. But give me details of where you intend to fish and method you spend most time fishing.
@@mikearnopp9458We had a chap Phillip Davies on the water with us yesterday. He is from the Cardiff area. He fishes Ynysyfro Reservoir. We were planning on fishing there ourselves. From what he says, sounds good.
I fished for the first time Monday, 2 fish in the 2hrs I fished. To be honest the fish were in great condition, had a really good fight from them. I'm looking at some lessons, always fished but self taught
Cameron you are spot on mate. If recent means in the last few weeks. For those following the channel knows when this was. At the start of this video I did say the second video of a seven day stint. But I hope you got a bit more from the video other than the weather. Thanks for the comment Cameron. Shaun.
The bloke stated that it was not a recent film because of the weather. Obviously it was in winter because the trees weren't in leaf and it was snowing. That's it. No big deal. No hidden meaning. I should know better than to watch videos of people fishing small waters for dumb fresh stockies. The thumbnail caught my eye. I'll stick to proper fishing from now on.
@@davidbenjamin5356 Shit I am slow. I have got it now. Ye depending where you are has a big difference. Garnffrwd had 2'' plus of snow. 30 miles from here they had nothing. Don't understand why anybody would think I would wan't to make this up. There's always one.
Was up new mills today won't be back bait fishing and fly fishing all day 40 no even a sniff AVE spend nearly 300 in tackle up there fly's and permits 3 trout in 8 visits total joke
Fishing is changing Bill. Its more down to climate, and our hatches are not what they used to be. There is going to be big changes on stillwaters in the future, as we see aquatic and insect life depleting. Fish are spending a lot of time on micro stuff. The same micro stuff which is not effected as badly with climate change. If the waters you fish are stocked more often then your in with a chance. But when that same fish switches to resident. Its going to be a lot more challenging. This is when we need to think about our approach. Mornings is still by far the best of fishing. We would never bank on the evening any longer. We start off with small size 14 Diawel or nymphs. My fav at the moment and which has caught loads of fish, is the olive pearl nymph. Its a pattern we have worked on for years. Very close to a straight buzzer, as its so sparse. For most of the time I fish this high and fast. Then slowing down a bit if no response from the fish. We fish a very difficult water at Hayscastle. And if we can make things happen here. We are covered for most waters. But your experience is not uncommon in to days fishing world. For us boys, its like going back in time. The pleasure is being there. Catching that tricky resident fish is a great reward. Its a sad thought that so many only turn up within a few days of stocking. Never to be seen until next stock. Not good for the fishery manager or the fishery. May be try a different water with a different approach. Just go out enjoy the days peace. Stay confident and chill. Pity you were not closer. We would have you sorted in no time. Mind we do have people book from all over the UK. They love the area. Pembrokeshire. If ever interested drop me a line. Take care Bill. Shaun.
I too have Fished the Dawl Bach static and all different retrieves, its possibly my most successful fly, both here in the UK and South Africa catching different species.
We have been working with our latest pattern, which is a pearl olive nymph. It is very similar to the Dawl. we are finding the simplicity of the pattern seems to be key. Spars is good. Like the dawl it catches fish consistently. And as you have found fished many ways. Not sure about your self, But we have tried a few colours with this new pattern. They can catch fish, but the olive works far better. Thanks for the comment Johnathan. Shaun.
You can’t beat the takes on the naturals. 👌🏻
I nearly said you have started fishing naturals then have you. But I won't. True and even better when you know its a resident fish.
Well, I will be trying out the two fly buzzer method with a retrieve chucked in. Very well explained and a very entertaining snow ball fight. We never grow up. Great video. Tight lines
I really hope people get to do this. For most its the confidence to use small flies and thinking its only lures that can be fished fast. I can tell you that I have even fished an 18 with a fast figure of eight. Just thing of all those small aquatic creatures swimming or darting around. For most of the time we do a steady figure of eight with may be a few pauses. But keep an eye on the water, when you notice a few fish darting around. Time to try the fast stuff with the buzzer. Sometimes you may think they wont chase this. Trust me they often will, and its aggressive. Give it a go, mess about with them. But its another successful method for your armory. Thanks for the comment Alan. Keep in touch. Shaun.
Another vastastic video Shaun. You are always so generous with tips and tricks. 13:37, what a fish. And then the snow! Crazy.
Just been watching your video and that was great. And you are explaining and showing more with detail. This is great for the viewers. Ye we had a crazy week of weather, at one point I could not even move my fingers. Old now mate. Ye it was a cracking fish, big. no idea in weight as I keep them in the net. But if it was not a double it was close to a double. You get lucky now and then. Thanks for the comment Sean, catch up soon mate.
Nice video again shaun looking forward to catching up again
Thanks mate, but as you already know how long I spent on it, it should be half decent. Don't know if I will ever learn enough to get them done faster. Keep in touch mate. Shaun.
Another great video Shaun, looking forward to catching up with you soon
R you watching while on holiday. I bet your having a great time, nice and warm. We are having a hot spell here at the moment. Don't rush home to catch it. Bet it will be over before you know it. Make the most of it while you are there mate. Have fun and look after your self. Shaun.
Afternoon Shaun, Thought I'd catch up with you re my planned outings with a two buzzer set up.. Been out twice in the last two weeks and no joy. That's not to say on the right day it will pay dividends, just got to get my set up right and have more faith. Reverted back to a single fly on the point, a home tied cormorant from my good fishing buddy and it was back in business. Fish in the net. If I manage to hit the sweet spot, I will definitely keep you posted. So for now , tight lines
Methods and patterns are all over the place at the moment. I am switching constantly during the day. And like you say there's a time and a place for every method and pattern. The weather at the moment for a lot of the country, is making fishing difficult. Honestly I can feel the confidence in your words when you mention the cormorant. A bit more of this in a few more patterns will do you really well. Over time you will discover your choice of pattern. But that confidence is what catches the fish. Late March and April are the best times for this method. But if the fish start moving higher in the water, there's a chance. Nice to hear back from you Alan. Thanks mate. Take care. Shaun.
was a pleasure meeting u and fishing with u mate. will have to meet up and come down your end 1 day
Same here Dean. I have been telling Matthew that I have been trying to put time on the water doing some work, just to get it nice for your visit. Problem I have had is every thing coming at me at the same time. I will get there. Thanks for the comment Dean. Shaun.
Excellent again,thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Nice to hear from you again James, I hope I have convinced you that there's a lot more to the buzzer, and no limit to retrieves. Like every method and pattern its not every day. But never ignore it, keep it in mind and give it a go some time. If the fish are higher in the water you will be surprised as to how fast you can move the buzzer. Take care James. Shaun.
@@shaunfishes101 thanks Shaun. I’ve been dry fly fishing over recent weeks but will definitely try the buzzer soon. Look forward to your next video!
@@jamesmoore4782 At the moment I am getting better success with the dry also. But if the opportunity arrives. Get those buzzers on. Mess about, try lots of retrieves. There is a great satisfaction in trying new things. Watch those fish and try to figure out what could make them tick. It only takes one to be a success.
Another gud un Shaun, keep em coming.
Thanks Gary, I will do my best mate. Thanks for the comment. Shaun.
Loved the video Shaun , keep them coming mate.
Thanks Sam, and I will keep going, slowly but steady. Take care mate. Shaun.
Well done Shaun, quite a mix of subjects there, nice lumper too.
Ye a bit more than my normal. Hooking the big fish was fine. But on the last day was amazing. Had a lot more fish than shown. But the last bit on the dries was brilliant. Thanks for the support and comment again Mike. Take care mate. Shaun.
@@shaunfishes101 You too Shaun.
This goes to show one should try all methods, not just stick to the conventional static of washing line on buzzers! Helpful diagram… explains why I take more fish on buzzers when fishing in line with wind on a steady retrieve than fishing static! Also like that you again reinforce the point, presentation is everything! So many get obsessed with “which fly is it?” rather than thinking the presentation and depth as being more important. So, yeah another great video Shaun! Don’t know about you but this current weather is great, but ain’t half spoiling our fishing! Cheers! Jonathan
Absolutely must try all retrieves before giving up any pattern. So many people are unaware of what is going on in there waters. Like for so many years now I have listened to people going on about the natural way. Where do they get this from. Like for anything we do. Know the game first. Understand how water moves and understand what goes on in the water. Then go fishing. No need to know it all, but get the basics. I did cover a video on the basics of Undertow, and how it can effect our fishing. The response was poor, or the channel is far to small for this sort of message. Yes more often its presentation before fly. If it was about the fly, we would all be using the same fly. But on any day you will find a variety of flies work on the day. I have said for two years now how conditions are changing our sport, and effecting the fish behaviour. And this is just the start of things I am sure. A lot of people will not notice for a few reasons. The main one being that if you fish a well stocked lake. Stock fish are not educated, they will try and eat anything. So these people will not notice much change. But there is so much going on due to climate that effects our fishing. Far to much for me to explain to you. But what we are experiencing at the moment is the constant change in pressure. This throws fish right off. And what I am starting to understand now could effect more waters. When we put our last stock in they moved about for two days. This is normally a few weeks as they establish and slowly become resident fish. I have heard from a few waters that have experience much the same. We have another stock going in this week. So we will be monitoring what happens. If these fish react in the same way. Which is go down and become very difficult to catch. How many more stockings do we do. This is a very tricky one for the fishery managers. But most important for a quality water and fish, we do not want to overstock. Ye fishing is tuff at the moment. Lets hope it passes bye soon. Great comment Jonathan mate. Shaun.
I have literally caught thousands of Trout over the years and I next to never fish the buzzers static, nearly always a black buzzer too but sometimes red
So glad to hear from you Cleggy. Its nice to know I am not alone. The response over the past year or so is great. Like you I have fished the buzzer with all sorts of retrieve for so long I cant remember. But we know fish respond well to movement. Static means your waiting for the fish to come to you. Whats the harm in retrieving to find the fish. These people who say there's only one way, are cheating them selves. Fish don't have rules. Thanks for the comment Cleggy. Keep them moving. Shaun.
A really helpful video, your squirrel pattern looks very good, can't wait to tie some. Tight Lines from (near) Blagdon :0))
For some reason this year I can turnover 15-18ft of tippet really nicely prior to this year I could on do 8-12ft I’ve been fishing for years but must still be improving
Another great video Shaun, when are you coming to scotland to show us how it’s done?
I would love to come up to Scotland. Only a few problems. Getting the sort of time off to do this sort of trip, but most of all I have not got this sort of money. I live on a budget. And if I did do this I would not be spending too much time on a still water. You have some of the most wonderful wild fishing in the country. That's where I would like to be. All said this is a dream trip. I will never say never. I do watch a lot of material from up there. One I love is Southside Fly Fishing, and more so his latest video. And coming up there to show you how its done. Well I am no different from you or anybody else. The one thing that sets us apart is being able to respond to the changes. And that is for most of the time switching a method on the day or during the day. Thanks for the comment mate. Shaun.
Hi Shaun...excellent vid again mate, snow...fantastic....was wondering what materials you tied for the zonka pattern? and be nice to see the buzzers that you fished with.....thanks
Thanks Mark. I have messed about with this zonka for a good while. Nearly all lure patterns I fish attract a good few fish and a good few come off. When I watch these patterns in the water they sometimes end up on there side coming through the water, and I have heard a lot of people say the same. I was not sure if this was the reason for fish coming off the hook. But it made sense. So what I have done is to watch a lot of videos of tying these patterns. What was very common if wire was included, is that it was tied on to the side of the shank. But if a bead was used that it might be the buoyancy of material. So I have decided to use lead wire. Hence the intermediate line to fish it. Its a small tweak that makes a big difference. Tie the wire on the underside of the shank. And for this pattern I only wind one third back up. This helps to give more movement. And that is the trick. May not be new, but I have not seen or heard of this before. Oh and the amount of fish coming off. Almost nil. But the pattern is that blue twinkle stuff, Black micro cactus which looks more green to me. And for the checks flash bright from lureflash. very old stuff. But any flash may do. And obviously black zonka strip. My buzzers are straight forward simple and fairly plain. I mainly stick with black, red and olive. The red is my fav. and has had loads of fish. I did do a tying of the red on vid somewhere in here. Hope this helps Mark. Thanks for the comment mate. Shaun. Oh I think the video was called the one fly I want on here.
It is so insane to me to see snow in May? We have not had cool weather for months here now
Sorry Melissa I did miss this comment. This was actually March. I did take a bit of time getting this video out. However I believe this was the only snow we had in Wales at this time. Only a few miles down the road and there was nothing. I seem to remember many years ago having snow as late as end of April/May. Take care Melissa, and thanks. Shaun.
Hi Shaun, I wondered which hooks you use for the squirrel nymphs please :0)
This pattern has caught us boys a lot of fish. It is so simple. We have several sizes and now one weighted. The hooks we tend to use most are the Fulling Mill Heavy Weight Champ Black Nickel. This is the barbless range, but holds a fish really well. Have used the Nymph Black Nickel also. But if somebody has a preference for a hook that's fine. The Cling Film Fly was based on this pattern. Not sure if you have seen this video. But I am on the vice with both the Squirrel and the Cling Film flies. The Cling Film is scaled up so we can see it better. Reality is we fish this mainly on a small 16. Thanks for the interest and the comment. Any thing else you wish to know about. Please ask. Many thanks. Shaun.
Morning Shaun, what line was you using when you hooked your first (brownie) in the video?
Going through the comments and here you are again. That was the Rio aqua 11. As in two not eleven. Again with the Hays Black and Blue. This method and pattern has caught fish none stop. Even now. I am not saying that it has to be this pattern. Mind it is damn good. But try something like it. Or even a few nymphs. Hope this works for you mate. Fingers crossed that we will see this pattern available to the public very soon. Take care. Shaun.
@@shaunfishes101 Sorry if I’m annoying Shaun, but I find your videos helpful.
@@markosborne8784 You are nothing like annoying. Its great to hear from you, and I happy to go through any question you have. Thank you for sharing with me. Shaun.
Hi Shaun, what brand of hooks do you use for your squirrel dubbing nymphs?
Hi Des, I use all Fulling Mill. For most of the time it will be Grab Gape Black Nickel. Great pattern. Fish it on top or below. Try different retrieves. But I find more often they like it fast. Add a small amount of lead wire on the underside of the shank for a pattern that can be fished faster with that bit of depth. Or just let it drop through the columns. And how about another twist. Add a bit of cling film for a wing. Small piece fold it and stretch it. Its going to get you a lot of fish on the day. Take care. Shaun.
@@shaunfishes101thanks for your quick reply. Those little nymphs look great and the use of cling film is ingenious. Do you find that the lack of a tail makes any difference when fishing them?
@@user-cq1du8kq5y Don't know that one. And I don't think I will ever find out. But if you feel that it gives you more confidence to add a tail, you must do it. I have tried a tail. But I can not make up my mind, and there was no evidence to say with or with out.
Enjoyed the video and information provided.
Thanks so much, I think the info as to how the buzzer finds its way to the surface might have surprised a few. Thanks for taken the time to comment. Take care. Shaun.
I am curious that if you don’t know the depth then which such long leaders , why the heavy point buzzer never gets tangled at the bottom of the lake? If someone can explain to me appreciate, thanks.🤔
OK lets say we have something like a 15' tippet on a floating line. We have three buzzers on. The point is a resin buzzer, which sinks quite fast. As a rule of thumb it has always been said, add a few foot to your tippet, allow for drag on the surface. Wind. If you are not sure of depth go longer. If you do hit bottom it is simple to reduce. However if the water depth is 15' or even 10' it would be very rarely to hit the bottom. We know of wind drag. But undertow can create far more drag than wind. And undertow goes in the opposite direction to wind. Undertow will vary in strength depending on time of year, temperature and wind speed. So when we add wind drag and undertow together, this can hold your flies a lot higher in the water than we think. I do believe for a lot of people on the water thinking there flies are not as deep as they think. There are so many scenarios on the day that can effect the position of our flies. I have done a video. Basic on undertow. Its called the Secret River. Another which hits on drag and undertow is, Probably the best line in the world. This is what it says on the thumb. Sorry I don't know how to do tags. Get back to me if I have not answered your question. Shaun.
I have always fished buzzers on the move slow figure of 8 (sink and draw method) stop let cast sink then repeat.... and only buzzers tied on straight shank hooks never fish this method on a curved hook 🙈
My normal set up is 18ft to 22ft cast of 3 buzzers or 3 buzzers and a fab..
Colours
Black
Olive
Tan and orange
99% are quilled buzzers
Size
10s to 18s
I get what you say about straight hook. This was pointed out to me last year at Garnffrwd. This wasn't you was it. I actually do much the same now. However, up until then I used grub hook style with great success. But over the years I have had great success moving the buzzer's, and even with a fast strip at times. I fish a team of buzzers mainly when things are slow. When the fish are hitting on a fast buzzer, I normally fish just the one. Great to hear from you Mark. Take care mate. Shaun.
No it wasn't me shaun but you where giving good advice all the same I really enjoy the work and effort put in to make these videos......
Curved hook buzzers work on there day like all flies the fish choose....
in my opinion there best fished under a bung... being moved they twist the leader up really move Unnaturally in the water..... the only time the real life buzzer is curved in shape is when it swims up to surface falls in the water column straight thats my theory anyway always mixed reviews on the topic
@@markrainey3268You are so correct on how the buzzer moves. We have spent more time tying buzzers on the straight hooks lately. We have just spent a whole week on the water of Garnffrwd South Wales. The fishing was difficult. And for every body on the water with what ever method you would like to mention. But the patterns that did get most fish was a straight buzzer, or very small nymphs which almost look like a buzzer. And for most of the time, best fished fast just below the surface. We are hopeful in getting a video from this trip. But we are having problems collecting material from the micro card. Catch up soon Mark. Shaun.
Whats the rod and tackle set up on most still waters...?
Hi Paul, It has to be the 7# rod and line. Floater and an intermediate. But with modern tec, more and more are switching to 5# and 6# rods.Personally I would be on the 6# slow/mid tip. A bit slower than mid tip action, but allows fishing lighter tippet with smaller flies. But if you intend fishing weighted lures for most of the time, you would be better off going for a fast/med action. Or stick with the 7#. Horses for courses mate.
Good video. What's that net Shaun?
Sorry took a while to reply. Thing is I have not a clue what net it is. So what I have done is tx one of the boys that has this info. He has just got back to us. He says its a Sharps of Aberdeen flip net. Best net I have ever used. We have also been using whychwood rover. But been having problems with them after some use. Its a pity, a bit more detail and it would be a good net.
Any reason why you didn’t use the venue supplied net ?
@@divingbikingviking2002 When I am on the water with cameras and tripods along with all the other stuff we carry, I find it a lot easier to have the net out off the way on my back, and giving me a free hand. But even without all the camera stuff. I enjoy being more mobile. At times I will cast between pontoons as I make my way around the water.
I was fishing with a bloke the other day he was using a 4 weight his presentation was much better than mine what's your oppinion456 weight.
A 4# is always going to be better presentation than the heavier rods. In the wright hands mind. But there is a lot more to it than that. I really have to get a video done on rods. The first thing to think of is what your fishing for and what you will be casting. When and where you intend to fish, like is it an exposed area, and is it mainly summer not winter. The action of the rod is very important. You could end up with a fast tip, which in my opinion is defeating the purpose of a lighter rod. Lets say the 4# rod. Smaller fish in the main, close range and calmer conditions. Mid action allows you to drop down on tippet. If that same rod was a tip action, there is more chance of getting snapped off. Be aware spooking fish with a main line is not so much how it lands on the water. The video the other month shows what happens. All lines create line flash. But to round it off. A 4# rod is more specific, A 6# / 7# is more all rounders. So if you have the cash, why not. Mind it could spend more time in the tube than on the water. If you are thinking of a new rod let me know. But give me details of where you intend to fish and method you spend most time fishing.
Sorry where are you fishing
This was Garnffrwd. South West Wales Mike.
Thank you Shaun, I fished Newport next to the 14 locks today. Tidy fishing !! Always looking for somewhere close to Cardiff
@@mikearnopp9458We had a chap Phillip Davies on the water with us yesterday. He is from the Cardiff area. He fishes Ynysyfro Reservoir. We were planning on fishing there ourselves. From what he says, sounds good.
I fished for the first time Monday, 2 fish in the 2hrs I fished. To be honest the fish were in great condition, had a really good fight from them. I'm looking at some lessons, always fished but self taught
@@mikearnopp9458Your more than welcome to have lessons with me Mike if you ever get down here. Just let me know and I will arrange every thing.
No way this was recent weather in wales
Cameron you are spot on mate. If recent means in the last few weeks. For those following the channel knows when this was. At the start of this video I did say the second video of a seven day stint. But I hope you got a bit more from the video other than the weather. Thanks for the comment Cameron. Shaun.
Bit of a clue for you. There's no leaf on the trees.
@@davidbenjamin5356 OK this is normal. But you really have lost me.
The bloke stated that it was not a recent film because of the weather. Obviously it was in winter because the trees weren't in leaf and it was snowing. That's it. No big deal. No hidden meaning. I should know better than to watch videos of people fishing small waters for dumb fresh stockies. The thumbnail caught my eye. I'll stick to proper fishing from now on.
@@davidbenjamin5356 Shit I am slow. I have got it now. Ye depending where you are has a big difference. Garnffrwd had 2'' plus of snow. 30 miles from here they had nothing. Don't understand why anybody would think I would wan't to make this up. There's always one.
Was up new mills today won't be back bait fishing and fly fishing all day 40 no even a sniff AVE spend nearly 300 in tackle up there fly's and permits 3 trout in 8 visits total joke
Fishing is changing Bill. Its more down to climate, and our hatches are not what they used to be. There is going to be big changes on stillwaters in the future, as we see aquatic and insect life depleting. Fish are spending a lot of time on micro stuff. The same micro stuff which is not effected as badly with climate change. If the waters you fish are stocked more often then your in with a chance. But when that same fish switches to resident. Its going to be a lot more challenging. This is when we need to think about our approach. Mornings is still by far the best of fishing. We would never bank on the evening any longer. We start off with small size 14 Diawel or nymphs. My fav at the moment and which has caught loads of fish, is the olive pearl nymph. Its a pattern we have worked on for years. Very close to a straight buzzer, as its so sparse. For most of the time I fish this high and fast. Then slowing down a bit if no response from the fish. We fish a very difficult water at Hayscastle. And if we can make things happen here. We are covered for most waters. But your experience is not uncommon in to days fishing world. For us boys, its like going back in time. The pleasure is being there. Catching that tricky resident fish is a great reward. Its a sad thought that so many only turn up within a few days of stocking. Never to be seen until next stock. Not good for the fishery manager or the fishery. May be try a different water with a different approach. Just go out enjoy the days peace. Stay confident and chill. Pity you were not closer. We would have you sorted in no time. Mind we do have people book from all over the UK. They love the area. Pembrokeshire. If ever interested drop me a line. Take care Bill. Shaun.
Good stuff going to try loch walk over night next week but keep doing what your looking I will be back just ragin amount aven paid and caught 3