Fish and Film — Crossover Shifts (VIDEO)

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Fishing is a story . . .

On one of the last mornings of summer, I found good action with a Crossover technique, combing the advantages of both streamers and nymphs on a tight line, Mono Rig system. This style was a perfect match for trout that were eager enough, but not in all water types. I covered many different sections and enjoyed fishing some of my favorite wild trout water — big woods and a big river.

READ: Troutbitten | Streamer Presentations — The Crossover Technique

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Domenick Swentosky

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Hi. I’m a father of two young boys, a husband, author, fly fishing guide and a musician. I fish for wild brown trout in the cool limestone waters of Central Pennsylvania year round. This is my home, and I love it. Friends. Family. And the river.

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8 Comments

  1. Rich (Windknot) Pospula on September 26, 2024 at 8:21 pm

    Hi Dom,
    Thanks for sharing your time on the water. It was good to see how you adapted and changed tactics (or not) when you encountered different water conditions. after watching you, I was able to be a bit more flexible on the water today, in large part to the confidence I am gaining through sitting in your classroom. I never thought of using a combination of nymphs and streamers before. And, it was also great to see a seasoned angler 30 years my junior have a minor misstep on the water. Sorry about breaking your rod, be grateful it wasn’t your leg. Fishing alone is a great experience but we should all be mindful of solid foot placement and the power of moving water. Once again, thank you for the valuable lessons presented in the video. Hi to Riv! Keep the vids rolling, and stay safe!

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  2. Richard V on September 27, 2024 at 11:35 am

    Love the new, longer format videos! It’s also nice to see them in almost real time so we get to appreciate the changing colors as the season changes! River is so patient!

    What lanyard/mounting system do you use for the go pro?

    Thx!

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    • Domenick Swentosky on September 27, 2024 at 11:40 am

      Thank you. It’s an Ulanzi Neck Mount and a DJI Action 4. Cheers.

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      • Richard V on September 27, 2024 at 10:56 pm

        Thx!!

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  3. Tom Bosak on September 27, 2024 at 7:30 pm

    You nailed it again,… it’s almost as good as actually being there fishing with you.

    I won’t say word about your header 🙂

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  4. Jeremy Keyes on October 3, 2024 at 11:21 pm

    Is that a hair tie you use to keep your rod sections together on the walk out?

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