A different approach
Black bass, who frequently see anglers passing by, are well aware of the sneaky little techniques we use to fool them, such as the wacky action. Hard lures with overly conventional actions are no longer able to stand out from the crowd; a small 5 cm popper, regardless of brand or price, will have an action that black-bass are familiar with. The same applies to a classic swimbait, whether it's capable of diving 2 meters or staying under the film.
Fly fishing may seem difficult to set up, but very little equipment is needed to achieve good results. A simple set of 5-gauge silk, a little line in diameters ranging from 50 to 18 hundredths for the leader and a good-sized fly are all you need to fool any wary fish.
Superior discretion
Fly fishing not only offers a different action in the water, it also greatly increases our discretion. Of course, unless you're a very experienced fly fisherman, you may never cast further than with a lure rod.
On the other hand, this technique will enable you to make an extremely discreet landing, since the weight of the fly is very low, so there won't be the big splash of a 10-gram lure slamming to the surface. It's also possible to make fights with very fine line, since the rod and silk absorb head blows enormously during fights.
Simple, effective flies
To lure an educated black bass, you need to know how to use a form or action it has never seen before. His curiosity and aggressiveness will drive him to taste this strange beast that passes in front of his nose. You have two options: the dry fly and the streamer. The dry fly is particularly effective when the water is warm and fish are lying in wait under trees, waiting for an insect to drop onto the water. Beetle imitations are undoubtedly my favorite patterns, both easy to make and highly effective.
When it comes to streamers, don't complicate your task, a black-bass is much less observant than a trout and a simple Wooly bugger in various colors will be a must. The wooly bugger is made with an 8" hook, a tungsten ball and a few marabou feathers. The more fly-tying-minded among you can add hackle, a touch of dubbing or small silicone legs.
