So, the family plans were thrown into chaos this weekend, but it did mean that I got out for 3 hours this morning.
Arrived at the loch to find a bit of a wind blowing and the sun beating down at 9am.
So, instead of going for my usual floater or intermediate I went for a fast sinker as there was no sign of life.
A few casts in, just as I was lifting off there was a swirl - but no contact....so moved spots, moved spots again - nothing.
Headed up the far side of the loch, casting and casting but no luck. I changed flies and included a fly that has brought me luck this year.
Prior to this year I never fished muddlers - but I bought a few when I was in Orkney ( never cast them after breaking my rod) and the trout of inverness seems to like this one in particular ( anyone know what its name is ? Mr Liddle ?)
10 mins later I get a really gentle take so think " small one...."
until I see a nice flank turn in the water.
What a lovely result on a really tough mornings fishing. A lovely pristine wild trout . The John Norris Ni1 did its job beautifully