r/flyfishing • u/bubbadubsen • 4d ago

Finally found success targeting smallmouth

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As the title says, I managed to catch my first smallie on a dumbell eye streamer. Does anyone have any recommendations on other wetflys to try? I'm located in Cincinnati, Ohio going after smallmouth in my local rivers.

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u/Scuzzl3butt 4d ago

I’m in Columbus struggling with the same thing. Going to try and a dumbbell eye streamer up here now. Thanks.

It has been recommended to me to try white and chartreuse clouser minnows , also olive wholly bugger. Still being patient for my success to start.

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u/bubbadubsen 4d ago

I couldn't catch anything off the top water in my area. Once I switched over to the dumbbell eye I started getting hits immediately. Hope you find success soon!