Putting Fish Line on a Spinning Reel

If you want to be able to catch trout when baits and lures don't do the job, then you will need to expand your repertoire. A technique you may want to try is the "spinning fly" or the fly and bubble technique. This fishing article will teach you how to rig your fishing line using the "spinning fly" technique".

1. Ensure that you have the appropriate fishing supplies.

While you can pretty much cast a fly with almost any spinning rod you have (as long as you have the right spinning fly tackle), you are better off if your spinning gear is the right type for the fish which your are attempting to catch. This means that if you're targeting trout, you'll want a medium to ultralight spinning outfit, also ensure the reel and rod are properly balanced.

2. Collect your special spinning fly tackle.

You probably already have a spinning rod and reel. If its balanced and appropriate for the type of fish you hope to catch, then you'll only need to collect a few key pieces of tackle that will allow you to build your rig. (Tackle is usually very cheap). You will need a casting bubble, a good quality swivel and length of leader in addition to a few flies. Once you have this equipment, you'll be ready to rig up.

3. Build your spinning fly rig.

 

It will probably be easier to build your rig on the water, but its always a good idea to practice at home if you can. Get your equipment ready and lets start. The first thing you want to do is thread the line coming off your spool through the casting bubble. Next tie a swivel near the bubble. Now, tie your length of leader to the swivel and finish it off by tying a fly to the end of your leader. That's it your finished.

4. Casting your spinning fly rig.

Learning to cast the spinning fly can be a little tricky. You are welcome to experiment, but be very careful, because this type of rig has a tendency to come back to you if its not cast correctly. Start off with the side arm cast or over head cast.

5. Retrieve your spinning fly rig.

The design of this rig isnt as important as the retrieval patterns which you use. If you know how to retrieve this right, you'll discover that you can get better action than lure or bait fisherman on the same water. The way in which you retrieve depends on the weight of the fly and water where you are fishing. In th event you are throing dry flies, attempt to make the fly move through the water as naturally as you can.
The spinning fly technique is one of those fishing techniques that seems simple at first glance, but requires more in-depth study to master and truly achieve its highest potential.

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