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Title: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: robsrodnreel on February 06, 2007, 06:48:46 PM

this year im going to start fishing dropper flies in front of my plugs.  i know its nothing new but ive yet to try it on a consistent basis. dont know why i dont always use this method considering i tie the flies all the time.  but i dont see any disadvantage by using this technique. all positives i think.

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: catfish hunter on February 07, 2007, 09:16:47 AM

I almost alway use a teaser when I am pluging ,you would be surprised how many time a fish will take the teaser over the plug,last year in may when the big blues moved in I hit a double header at the hook they were both 10 lbs or better I thought I had a huge bass for a couple min.

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: robsrodnreel on February 07, 2007, 08:19:17 PM

yeah, ive basically come to the conclusion that it doesnt make sense to not use a teaser. i cant think of any disadvantage.  some people say it will cause a non feeding fish to strike just b/c of the competition of another fish (plug) chasing bait (teaser). 

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: Capt. Ed on February 08, 2007, 12:14:30 AM

Hi All,

Teaser = Success!

Never leave home without them.

Great tip/reminder!

Thanks,

Ed

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: JustFish on February 08, 2007, 07:35:54 AM

Can someone post a picture of a good teaser set-up?

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: Capt. Ed on February 08, 2007, 10:57:56 AM

Hi All,

Please find attached a picture of a teaser rig. Cutting the dropper loop is optional. I am into fly tying, when I get the chance, so I use my own teasers. They can be bought in local Tackle Shops for $1.00-$4.00 or so. We can discuss which ones to use at length.

Have fun,

Capt. Ed

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: robsrodnreel on February 08, 2007, 09:35:31 PM

i would go with a deciever, surf candy or a just a regular tied bucktail with no weight.  i think the big thing is no weight...

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: shadyvito on February 11, 2007, 04:54:27 PM

I can use more details on this subject since I never tried it.  I've heard great things.

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: technologist on February 11, 2007, 07:01:21 PM

You can  use a dropper like the diagram.But I usually tie my main line to a swivel then a leader to my lure. You can tie a short leader to the swivel and attach your teaser to that short leader. You can use anything small and light enough as a teaser! Besides flys, I use rubber eels,fin-s,red gills,etc.

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: catfish hunter on February 11, 2007, 07:05:07 PM

alot of times I prefer a palamar knot and use the tag end to tie the dropper for some reason I have more luck w/ it that way ,mabeye it has better action but I think I have More confidence in it

Title: Re: dropper flies with plugs
Post by: technologist on February 11, 2007, 07:27:38 PM

The advantage the dropper loop has is that it's simple to change your teaser. Another hint: keep your dropper at least 3 ft. from your lure. seems to work better!