Fly Fishing from a BassBoat

[n2ratfishin]

I’ve had a fly guide in my 18 foot bass boat a few times. It’s amazing to watch him fish a big fly rod without getting tangled up.

[BigEasy]

I have fly fished for years out of a bass boat. LMB, SMB, Carp, pike, musky they don’t know the difference.

If you’re have problems with fly line management the stripping bus it works as does a wet towel thrown over the TM pedal and or depth finder

[cubswin]

On occasion, haven’t lately.

[castforcash]

I used to quite a bit, mostly targeting carp. Sight fishing them on Lake Huron and Michigan bays is an absolute blast. I lay a big beach towel down to keep my line from getting caught on anything up on the bow.

[Milehibird]

I haven't, but there's a guy who has a tv show that does...

[SJSharky00]

See it on the CA Delta all the time. They use half cut plastic drums to spool the line instead of on the floor.

[fr8dog]

On occasion. Largemouth, smallmouth, bluegill, striper, golden bonefish aka carp, and even a few bowfin.

Haven’t got a bowfin yet. Love the carp (real bonefish are more funner). I have places to get channel cats and walleye all summer long. Nobody waves a fly pole around here.

[acesover]

I fly fish out of my bass boat all the time. One thing I did years ago was take off the foot control trolling motor and went with a hand control trolling motor.

[Skeet'r89]

Seems as if its a lot of fun. Probably going to have to give it a try some day.

[fr8dog]

Fairly easy to learn and it sure as hell doesn’t need to cost a fortune.

[castforcash]

Fairly easy to learn and it sure as hell doesn’t need to cost a fortune.

This, I tend to go balls out on equipment because I like top shelf gear and can afford it. However, there are lots of good beginner fly combos out there for around the 3 to 4 humdred range. Orvis has some nice affordable combos that are quality as well as many others.

[BigFishSteve]

Of course. Why wouldn’t we?

[BP in ME]

This, I tend to go balls out on equipment because I like top shelf gear and can afford it. However, there are lots of good beginner fly combos out there for around the 3 to 4 humdred range. Orvis has some nice affordable combos that are quality as well as many others.

That's on the high end for a beginner package IMHO. You can get Temple Fork or even LL Bean for under $200. If the budget is really tight, then maybe look at Piscifun. I'd get a 7wt with a basic reel and if I was gonna splurge at all, it would be for a bass bug line. If I knew I was going to get into 3+ pound smallies on a regular basis, I might get a reel with a little better drag but most bass under 2# don't need to be played off the reel.

Building a fly collection is where it can add up. A few poppers, streamers, wooly buggers, and Clousers will get you started for around $50

[acesover]

Tying your own flies is a wormhole that can get expensive if you let it. But it's fun catching a fish on something you made yourself.

[fr8dog]

That's on the high end for a beginner package IMHO. You can get Temple Fork or even LL Bean for under $200. If the budget is really tight, then maybe look at Piscifun. I'd get a 7wt with a basic reel and if I was gonna splurge at all, it would be for a bass bug line. If I knew I was going to get into 3+ pound smallies on a regular basis, I might get a reel with a little better drag but most bass under 2# don't need to be played off the reel.

Building a fly collection is where it can add up. A few poppers, streamers, wooly buggers, and Clousers will get you started for around $50

Agree. There are good beginner combos out there that will get the job done. TFO, Redington, and Orvis come to mind. Usually the line is where they scrimp. Decent lines can be had for @ $30.

What will do the most good is a couple hours with a casting instructor. Sort of like golf. The most expensive gear is wasted with poor technique. A local fly shop can get you info on that. Just make sure the instructor is certified and not some shop guy looking for an extra buck.

[acesover]

No need to find a certified instructor. Most guys working in fky shops can get you going. It's when you develop a problem you can't seem to fix on your own is when you may need a certified instructor. But if you get the basics down, you will be fine.

[Poppin' Frog]

I've been a serious bass fisherman for 30+ years. In the last couple years I have really grown to love fly fishing. The difficulty level and attention to detail is what is drawing me in. It's a blast.

[250bassFL]

I used to years ago till my stuff got stolen, which I figured my cousin did since he was a big time thief. But never bought fly-fishing stuff again after.

[ProVle]

This thread reminds me, I have my Grandfathers bamboo fly rod outfit and tackle bag I need to put on display.

[4Kboater]

I do whenever I think it might be productive. During and soon after the spawn is probably the best but working a popper through lily pads and various other cover pays dividends



Don't most formats have a rule about the max rod length? I asked this Q years ago and that was the response. Most of the time I don't like to cast bass bugs with less than a 9' rod

St Croix has a Mojo Bass fly rod line and they are under the 8Ft max rule length. I have one of these in 7wt and with it's shorter length I can cast easier in tight spots trolling along the shore.