Fly Angler’s Corner

Tips for Tough Fights

By Capt. Bill Miller

Fighting billfish and tarpon on fly is as big a challenge as saltwater angling can offer. Years of experience have taught the leaders of this new sport a thing or two about the special techniques an angler must learn to make flyrodding for big fish offshore a serious contest.

Between the teasing and the leadering, it’s all up to the angler. Here’s a look at some winning techniques to meet the challenge.

Most flyfishing experts agree that the critical part of any battle with a fish on a flyrod is the hookset. You should strike only when you can feel the fish. If you can see the fly, watch the fish take it and then make a long strip. - More