Today we’re in the boat with Robbie Northman of Savage Gear with OnTheHookFishing! In this episode we are on Robbie’s stretch of water located in the Northfolk Broads and the task is to catch some Pike on the Fly. Fly Fishing for Pike can be very rewarding with great sport, explosive takes and top water action. Use a balanced setup paired with a fly that mimics a baitfish and you’ll get great results from the bank or boat targeting this powerful predator.
If you’re thinking of trying some fly fishing for Pike, you’ll need heavier gear to deal with these ferocious predators. First, you will want to choose a Fly Rod that is usually 9ft long and capable of casting 9 or 10 weight fly line, including the wire trace and the fly itself!
To complement the rod, you’ll also want to think about getting a big, 9 or 10 weight fly reel with a reliable drag because when it comes to a fight, Pike will chase and prey. They are large predators so having a reel capable of handling them is paramount.
When it comes to the line used, this is where everything counts! Go for a short taper line similar to a shooting head fly line. Saltwater lines are also great at handling large flies so you have many options when it comes to a selection be sure to choose a cold saltwater line if you are not fishing in the tropics. Standard Trout taper lines do not perform well when it comes to casting and flipping large Pike flies.
The last part of this setup will be your leader. Many Pike fly anglers prefer to make their own leaders with wire, but others prefer to grab a multi-pack of pre-tied leaders with snaps and swivels and fire them up. If you’re making leaders that fit perfectly on your own, you’ll love Knottable Wire! This spooled wire is perfect for displaying flies on large predatory fish and quickly tying knots when changing flies!
Now comes the selection of flies and there are so many of them! If you’re feeling creative, you can pick up a Pike fly tying kit and start designing your own or follow the guides on how to tie proven angler patterns. Alternatively, you can pick up many different types of flies off the shelf, some that mimic small baitfish and others that feature characteristics you’d find on soft plastic lures, such as rattles and wagging tails.
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