Went carpin' today, I'm now 100% hooked, but not because of

Fishing Panfish & Warm Water
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I went out again today to continue my quest to catch carp haha. Thought I had one…at first.

I was down at the river today, about 3:30pm, had 3-4 casts in the water. Then I fired out my line again, but only about 6-10 feet ahead of me. Then I had a good strike, now the only rod I own is a 7wt, so that’s what I’m using. So, this fish takes off. Running and thrashing. At first, thought I had a carp. So about 3-4 minutes later I get the fish in. And what do you know? A really nice smallmouth. Largest SM I’ve caught to date. Usually I’m used to young smallies, a light bronze colour, this one was all striped up, brindle kind of colour, a mature fish for sure.

Because of my 7wt and me used to catching small rock bass or other panfish of sorts, it’s not very thrilling of a battle. But today, it certainly was, and from now till forever, I’m a flyfisherman and never looking back.

Thanks guys,
Shane

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Shane,
That’s great news!
Doug :smiley:

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Welcome to the land of the addicted. Sounds like a great fish. To me, there is nothing like a Smallie. As you get more involved with FFing, try a 3 or 4 wt. Those Rockies will seem a bit bigger.

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Haha yeah! It’s amazing, I’m totally hooked.

I’ve ordered a couple kits from H&H a week ago, just waiting for them to get here. A 2wt and a 4-5wt (Can’t remember which) Just because I hook into more panfish than anything.

I’m so excited. Also ordered a casting video, because even though my casting is better than what it was, it still sucks haha.

Thanks for the replies! :slight_smile:
Shane