You absolutely can (and should) fish for panfish with whatever gear you own. Fish for trout, stripers, and peacock bass with whatever gear you already own, for that matter.
Of course, you’ll have a slightly easier and more enjoyable time if you have equipment that is either specifically designed for the particular pursuit or within a relatively appropriate spectrum. And while panfish have a low bar for angling entry, a focused effort benefits from some wise gear choices.
In this first part of a two-part podcast, I explore what some of the considerations should be as you pick fly fishing gear for bluegill, sunfish, and their friends.
Listen to the episode below, or on your favorite podcast app.
Episode Recommendation: Panfish on the Fly
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Thanks for the shout out! If you looking for what I feel may be the best panfish line produced to date look into the Texas Taper fly lines by Scientific Angler. Right now I believe they are only available through Living Water’s Fly Shop in Round Rock, Texas (they developed it). I have been using the line for a few months now and love it!
You’re welcome, Bart!
I’ll be sure to recommend the Texas Taper line in the next episode.