And then, upstream, you see a bulge and just the tip of a fin. You know what that means. It’s what you’ve been looking for-a big fish selectively feeding.

It’s going to take a precise cast with a long leader and the perfect drift. Fish like this don’t come easy, especially on 6X.

It all comes together. As you gently lift the fish out of the water for a quick photo you smile, and then let her slide back into the cool water.

Good thing you brought your G2. Precision, touch, tippet protection. What it takes when the stakes are high.