11-05-2009, 04:17 AM
I personally decided to split the difference as Jim calls it. I don't enjoy messing with shot and indicators but can't pass up big fish not feeding on the surface completely. All the nymphs and streamers I've used for at least the last 5 years are weighted. Use big tungsted or double tungsted if I really need to get it down deep. You also quickly learn how to use the currents in different areas of a pool to take flies down to the bottom if needed. If all you want to do is snag fish in the mouth pretty easy to do with weighted flies as well in clear water. Certainly don't need sinking tip to yank it into their mouth and either "catch" or spook ever fish you spot. Kind of like flossing for salmon- you quickly harvest a few that way and then figure out it you you like sport fishing a lot better. I usually have a few shot that I purchased many years ago in a pocket that I might break out once or twice a year. Doubt I'll ever bother to buy more once I'm out. Experiment and see what works and is the most fun for you.
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