If you’ve been following along with our Blob Fly Series, you already know how effective these flies can be.
Most anglers in BC fish blobs under an indicator, and for good reason, it works. But there’s another method that often gets overlooked locally, yet it’s incredibly effective and widely used in the UK…
Fishing blobs on a sinking line.
In this final video of the series, we break down how to properly fish a blob on the retrieve - covering everything from line selection and leader setup to fly choice and retrieve.
You’ll learn:
- How to choose the right sinking line (Intermediate, S1–S7) based on depth and speed
- Why fly design matters more than you think (tungsten vs. brass vs. no bead)
- How to dial in your retrieve depending on water temp and fish behavior
- Simple adjustments that can completely change your success
The key takeaway? When you combine the right line, fly, and retrieve you can cover water efficiently and trigger fish when other methods aren’t working.
Watch the full video here →
And if you haven’t yet, make sure to check out the earlier videos in the series:
Questions? Stop by the shop or reach out. We’re always happy to help you dial things in.
Check out the products in this video - available in-store and online:
Scientific Anglers Intermediate Clear Camo
Scientific Anglers Sonar Stillwater Seamless Density
Scientific Anglers Fluorocarbon 0X-1X
