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Moffitt System Gaining Momentum?
Is the Moffitt System of angling gaining momentum? It has recently been approved in Colorado [pdf file] where initially it was thought as a method of “snagging” (other states may have the same qualms). The system uses hookless flies tied above a “circle hook.” When the fish takes the hookless fly, the fly slips through the fish’s mouth and then the hook penetrates the outside of the jaw. Is this helpful for the fish, or just a money making opportunity?
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I’m interested to see how this debate pans out! Lot’s of interest so far in this technique from what I hear~
Yes, it is definitely interesting. They have apparently conducted years of research with thousands of fish caught (sign me up!). I’d like to see it in action. One question I have is about the cost/ease for those of us who tie our own flies–would this be some type of money maker for the “special equipment”?