Tailgate Talks: How To Set Up A Nymph Rig

As any seasoned trout angler will tell you, fishing subsurface is a far more effective way of putting flies in front of feeding fish. Despite being less celebrated than fishing dries, nymphing is an art form unto itself and it begins with rigging. This video explains the 'how' and 'why' behind the features of a nymph rig, discussing everything between the end of your fly line and the bugs, from tippet to knots to indicators to weights.

[spindrifter]

Good clear presentation with a bit of humour thrown in.

[bilbothejust]

Good tip on the micro swivels. Thanks Matt

[pjs]

Going to try this on the east outlet of the Kennebec tomorrow!

[michaelbrooks]

Matt, great job. what the org system you are using in your truck?

[jackdehavenphoto]

Can you explain why you prefer the swivels over tippet rings?