So, I was all set to step up my game this year and learn the competition-style Euro nymphing techniques. Then, I watched a "drop-shot nymphing" video on YouTube by Kelly Galloup, and he stated that the drop-shot technique is as good as, and perhaps even more effective, than the Euro techniques.
Mr. Galloup stated that the competition rules prohibit the use of strike indicators and added weight on the leader, and so the fishermen compensate by using relatively heavily weighted flies and Euro-style techniques because they have no better choice. But for non-competitors like me, the drop-shot rig is better. At least, that was his theory.
So, what say you? I understand that either technique practiced and employed by good nymph fishermen will be effective. However, I guess I am wondering whether the Euro style of nymph fishing is truly more effective than other styles or whether it is often perceived as being more effective because these world-class fishermen have no choice but to use it. In these same hands, would an indicator/drop-shot system be even more effective?
Just wondering what you all think....
Mr. Galloup stated that the competition rules prohibit the use of strike indicators and added weight on the leader, and so the fishermen compensate by using relatively heavily weighted flies and Euro-style techniques because they have no better choice. But for non-competitors like me, the drop-shot rig is better. At least, that was his theory.
So, what say you? I understand that either technique practiced and employed by good nymph fishermen will be effective. However, I guess I am wondering whether the Euro style of nymph fishing is truly more effective than other styles or whether it is often perceived as being more effective because these world-class fishermen have no choice but to use it. In these same hands, would an indicator/drop-shot system be even more effective?
Just wondering what you all think....