Orvis Fly Fishing Learning Center, which explains the best ways to present flies to stillwater trout. Presentation requirements for lakes differ from those of rivers or streams. First of all, the fish moves, and the water doesn’t. Stillwater fish are almost constantly cruising. Your rod tip must be low to ensure a straight line connection between you and your fly, so you don’t miss takes. The success in your presentation typically does not rest in the fly you choose, but the depth you present it at, and the manner in which you move or retrieve your fly through the water.
Check out these great videos by Orvis on proper stillwater presentation. http://howtoflyfish.orvis.com/video-lessons/chapter-nine-stillwater-trout/382-the-importance-of-presentation http://howtoflyfish.orvis.com/video-lessons/chapter-nine-stillwater-trout/383-stillwater-retrieves See All Orvis Learning Center Fly Fishing Video Lessons]]>