Generally, your indicator should be placed approximately one and a half times the depth of the water up your leader from the bottom fly. Every tick on the bottom and even the line through the guides is felt so readily that it can be startling at first. The entire H3F line has an impressive, light in-the-hand feel, and they are the most sensitive fly rods I’ve ever used. The Orvis H3F 10’6″ in a 3 weight is my favorite specialized euro nymphing rod. 24 Does color of strike indicator Matter? What is a good nymphing rod?