Cut Em’ Some Slack: How Line Tension Triggers More Eats

“We care about slack because we care about tension. Our flies, leaders, and fly lines are impacted by current from the instant they hit the water until we remove them for the next cast. This is exceptionally true for stationary or wade anglers in rivers.”

This article discusses techniques for managing line tension while wade fishing. Overcoming the constant pull of current is an essential consideration for streamer anglers.

Flyfisherman.com - May 2026

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