I'm always happy when I catch the little ones. A good sign that the stream is healthy and reproducing. Very nice looking stretch. Thanks for taking us along. Fun!
Loved that Davie.I've only fished the Doon a couple of times and that was over 50yrs ago. You've just reminded me what a lovely wee river it is. Ayrshire rivers from the Stinchar to the Irvine and Kilmarnock, the latter two were where I started fishing just over 70yrs ago . And I consider myself lucky to have fished them in their prime, when they had plenty of great brownies in them. And Salmon and Sea Trout runs were something to behold. So thanks for your videos, and commentaries, Davie they are a joy.. 😁
Another day working from home, another day with this in front of my monitors. Not that it's distracting me, of course. Looks glorious down there today. My vice arrived yesterday. It's a lovely thing. Hudson & Coleman. Looks like steel and brass. I've got it set up on my desk just to look at it. I should probably get some materials and patterns ordered. Lovely video as ever, Davie. Cheers 🍺🍻
Was out fishing for salmon myself yesterday,nothing stirring,tried prawn,worms etc,nothing happening.....then a hatch happened...the best rise i've seen on our river in about 3yrs....switched over to trout and landed a personal best of mine, a brown trout the length of my arm, it fought like a salmon and I though I had a salmon at first until it breached the surface twice with massive jumps then I knew it was a brownie....took about 20mins to safely land ....it made the whole day worth it.....
love the Doon but it;s sad to see the decline in thAyrshire rivers good wee spate on the Irvine today had a look at the Muckle bridge in Gaston today nothing tobe seen inthe good old days a spate at the end of July would have brought loads of fiish in
Hi @bentpolski.. Thank you for the kind words and I agree it's a beautiful water to fish and look at..I have attached a link to their website for you to see below. All the very best Davie.. River Doon Smithston Fishings..www.salmonfishings.com/river-doon-smithston/
Watched it at lunch today Davie. Lovley beat that. What's the dry you use when you switched to the trout rod. Fair holds up well in the rough water. Especially with tungsten hanging from it.
Hi Derek, I have attached a link to the pattern I was using in the video as well as the dressing.. All the very best Davie Link to fishing video..ruclips.net/video/bcn2OwTXWtE/видео.html Materials Used; Hook, Fulling Mill FM50 60 Czech Nymph size 16 Thread, Uni-8/0 Yellow Tail, Coq de Leon Dark Burnt Orange Wing and Body, A Mix of Brown and Tan Antron or Poly-Pro Thorax, Natural Dubbing Hare's Mask and Rabbit Blend Hackle, Whiting Dyed Golden Straw Grizzle Saddle
Got up too late to go fish my favorite “loch”. Do I go and fish in brilliant,cloudless sunshine with temperatures of around 32 C or watch Davie?Watch Davie gets the nod; an evening jaunt in order.😴
Hi @dominiqueleblanc2193, The sea trout or any sea run fish tend to fight a lot harder though I've had many a struggle with a wild brown trout on the river and lochs.. All the very best Davie
Hi Keith, I don't put a badger hackle on the front of the Red Devil though the fine badger like fibres you get from the jungle cock gives you the impression of having tyed one on.. All the very best Davie
Thanks for taking me along. What a beautiful stretch of river!!
What a magical beat.
Thanks for continuing to share these wonderful films. Cheers Davie
Absolutely something else superb filming joy to watch💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥
Another lovely video. Beautiful river and makes you want to get out there. Thanks again, Davie.
That is a beautiful stretch of water-so jealous!
I'm always happy when I catch the little ones. A good sign that the stream is healthy and reproducing. Very nice looking stretch. Thanks for taking us along. Fun!
Stunning river and great fly water in a glorious setting. Thanks Davie.
Loved that Davie.I've only fished the Doon a couple of times and that was over 50yrs ago. You've just reminded me what a lovely wee river it is. Ayrshire rivers from the Stinchar to the Irvine and Kilmarnock, the latter two were where I started fishing just over 70yrs ago . And I consider myself lucky to have fished them in their prime, when they had plenty of great brownies in them. And Salmon and Sea Trout runs were something to behold.
So thanks for your videos, and commentaries, Davie they are a joy.. 😁
Very nice looking water indeed.
Thoroughly enjoyed the journey downstream from the bank.
Plenty fish too…
Thanks for sharing
Very nice water and a great looking stretch, looks like a good day on the river. Thanks for sharing your outing.
Yet again another brilliant video.
That's a beautiful beat. Glad you got to fish it again.
Some good fish Davie: That was a braw Sea Trout. Lovely to see some fresh water pushing through
Cannot beat starting my day with a video from Davie! Thank you for sharing!
Another day working from home, another day with this in front of my monitors. Not that it's distracting me, of course. Looks glorious down there today. My vice arrived yesterday. It's a lovely thing. Hudson & Coleman. Looks like steel and brass. I've got it set up on my desk just to look at it. I should probably get some materials and patterns ordered. Lovely video as ever, Davie. Cheers 🍺🍻
A very very beautiful river
Oh wow - fast flowing water Davie. 👍
Another cracker Davie. Those pool had some strong currents for sure.
I wonder, would it be possible to see you Euro nymphing in the future please? 🙏🏻
Nice catch!
Was out fishing for salmon myself yesterday,nothing stirring,tried prawn,worms etc,nothing happening.....then a hatch happened...the best rise i've seen on our river in about 3yrs....switched over to trout and landed a personal best of mine, a brown trout the length of my arm, it fought like a salmon and I though I had a salmon at first until it breached the surface twice with massive jumps then I knew it was a brownie....took about 20mins to safely land ....it made the whole day worth it.....
How to tie them and how to fish them. Perfect. Thanks Davie
fished the beat below you Hollybush House . for many years even put a fishing hut up had some nice fish from it
enjoying these videos fantastic
That is; Cheers from Maine USA
"It's called the Roughs for a reason." Yes, I'd say so! 😅 Thanks, Davie!
love the Doon but it;s sad to see the decline in thAyrshire rivers good wee spate on the Irvine today had a look at the Muckle bridge in Gaston today nothing tobe seen inthe good old days a spate at the end of July would have brought loads of fiish in
Well Done Davie. Beautiful Water and Country Side. Is that Private Water? I enjoyed The Video.
Hi @bentpolski..
Thank you for the kind words and I agree it's a beautiful water to fish and look at..I have attached a link to their website for you to see below.
All the very best Davie..
River Doon Smithston Fishings..www.salmonfishings.com/river-doon-smithston/
Watched it at lunch today Davie. Lovley beat that. What's the dry you use when you switched to the trout rod. Fair holds up well in the rough water. Especially with tungsten hanging from it.
Hi Derek,
I have attached a link to the pattern I was using in the video as well as the dressing..
All the very best Davie
Link to fishing video..ruclips.net/video/bcn2OwTXWtE/видео.html
Materials Used;
Hook, Fulling Mill FM50 60 Czech Nymph size 16
Thread, Uni-8/0 Yellow
Tail, Coq de Leon Dark Burnt Orange
Wing and Body, A Mix of Brown and Tan Antron or Poly-Pro
Thorax, Natural Dubbing Hare's Mask and Rabbit Blend
Hackle, Whiting Dyed Golden Straw Grizzle Saddle
Got up too late to go fish my favorite “loch”. Do I go and fish in brilliant,cloudless sunshine with temperatures of around 32 C or watch Davie?Watch Davie gets the nod; an evening jaunt in order.😴
Cheers for Maine; I know you are an expert fly fisher but did you ever think about a sink tip fly line?
So nice. Do the sea trout pull more that resident trout?
Морская рыба всегда сильнее пресноводной .
Hi @dominiqueleblanc2193,
The sea trout or any sea run fish tend to fight a lot harder though I've had many a struggle with a wild brown trout on the river and lochs..
All the very best Davie
Отключаем мониторы и тоже идём на рыбалку !)
You ever fish streamers in that height of water m8?
Do you tie the red devil with and without the badger hackle up front ??
Hi Keith,
I don't put a badger hackle on the front of the Red Devil though the fine badger like fibres you get from the jungle cock gives you the impression of having tyed one on..
All the very best Davie
Ah ok , I was looking at you're video titled - Red devil shrimp and thought it was that fly you were using in the
videos . Thanks for the reply.
You never use a bomber for salmon fishing? Trout will hit it too.