Species · Fly · Squalius cephalus
Chub (on Fly)
Chub are the perfect summer fly rod species. Found under overhanging trees and in shady swims on rivers, they take dry flies and terrestrials with spectacular surface rises. Stealthy stalking is essential.
Where and when
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Rivers, streams, overhanging tree-lined stretches |
| Best time | Afternoon/Evening |
| Category | Wild |
Baits and tactics
- Tactics: Dry fly, Terrestrials, Nymph
- Baits and flies: Terrestrials, Dry Flies, Nymphs
Tackle that suits
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Hooks | 10-16. Standard dry fly hooks. Wide gape dry fly hooks for terrestrial patterns |
| Mainline | WF5-6. Weight Forward floating. Floating line for surface presentations |
| Hooklength | 4-6lb tippet. 9ft. Copolymer leader with fluorocarbon tippet |
| Shotting | No weight needed. Dry flies and unweighted nymphs are the standard. |
| Field notes | Stealth is absolutely critical - chub spook at the first sign of an angler; Approach from downstream and keep low, using bankside cover; Big bushy dry flies and terrestrials (beetles, crane flies) are deadly; Summer evenings when beetles and moths are falling onto the water are prime; A single, accurate cast is worth more than ten sloppy ones; Polarised glasses are essential for spotting fish holding under branches |
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