Sipping rise happens when insects are trapped in surface film and usually leaves a bubble behind.

Sub-surface rise causes all problems as rtout seems to be rising to take a surface fly, bt it is really taking an emerging nymph. As it does so, it disturbs water making it looks like a proper rise.

Head and tail rise are usually seen in smooth stretches of water to nymphs trapped below surface film where whole fish appears.

The challenge comes in first identifying fly that trout is taking, whether they are taking duns or spinners, or if they are nymping sub-surface.

After selecting correct fly, next challenge comes in persuading trout to take it.

The observant dry-fly angler learns by experience to recognize different types of rise that commonly make. This will help him to select correct fly and present it in a manner that feeding fish will accept.

Once a correct imitation fly to match those that trout are taking is selected, get a position downstream and cast at but not over rising fish.

Highlighted are common rises, to net that 'big one', all you need is to match correct fly to what trout is looking for and cast your rod!

Wishing you loads of catch!

Furthermore, just because you are a Cat-fisherman, it doesn’t mean you can’t use tools other fishermen use. Experiment with different hooks, weights, line, rods and reels, but my advice would be to eventually work your way into having an exactly matched set of at least 4 rods and reels. When you learn what works for you, you will be much happier with a matching set of gear. Having your gear match might not sound like much, but when you start catching Blue Cats over 20 lbs you'll know limitations of your tackle. Furthermore, you wont have to worry every time you set a hook about which rod fish hit because they will all perform same.

Closing

Get some good gear capable of handling big fish. Get your tools so you can go out and learn your lake. Spend time learning your water before you start to fish. If you can’t or don’t want to spend amount of money necessary to purchase all equipment and cover all various expenses, don’t be afraid to take guided trips. You’ll have good company from someone who knows lake well and can teach you a great deal, plus it takes A LOT of guided trips to add up to cost of equipping yourself.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with new tactics after you start fishing. Always remember: Blue Cats are Blue Cats, they don’t know what lake they’re in or where they live. They will behave same where I fish or where you fish. If you’d like, I can actually travel to your lake to prove it, as well as show you what a professional guide would do on your lake or river. Always keep your eyes on your fish finder, and get out there and try some non-typical Catfishing!

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