FLY FISHING BLOG

Generally speaking, there are three types of rise forms and being able to identify them can clue you into what flies to used in each situation.  There are the rises where trout aggressively surface that what and make a large splash. There ar … read more

If you want to catch more fish on a fly rod, it is essential that you learn how to create a drag-free drift.So what is drag anyway? Drag is when your fly is pulled unnaturally through a current. In most cases, drag is caused by po … read more

Flies I Love for Fall Fly FishingI love the fall. It is my favorite time of year. There’s nothing better than getting out on the water on a crisp autumn day. The trout streams are generally less crowded. A lot of people hang it up this time of … read more

Jiggy, Euro, and Tight Lining NymphsAs we head into summer it's important to realize that trout still eat 80% of their food below the surface.  Nobody likes a dry fly bite more than I do, but if you want to insure success on the water, you’re g … read more

Pike fly fishing is not just for the pros. With the right gear, even new anglers can become successful at it. Want to give it a go? In this blog, we’ll talk about some tips and tricks that can help you snag a ferocious beast with the right pike fl … read more

One of the most common mistakes I see from new anglers is sizing-up their rod, line, leader, and fly.  I know the 9’5wt rod is the most ubiquitous rod out there. I also know you’re going to have a heck of a time trying to throw large salmon … read more

At RiverBum, we advocate for supporting your local fly shop. If we don’t, they won’t be there in the future. They can give great advice. They can put on flies that are hatching that day. Many, however, have a reduced selection, are overprice … read more

Caddisflies haven’t gotten the love historically that mayflies have gotten from anglers. However, that seems to be changing. One night at dinner with my friend Nino he was making fun of me on how many flies we carry at RiverBum. Nino likes to … read more

If you have ever tried dry fly fishing during a hatch, you already know that it can be equally exciting and frustrating at the same time. Understanding PMD mayfly behavior patterns will help you become more successful next time!They are abundant, … read more

According to conventional angling wisdom, spring has the best water temperature for trout fishing especially if you want to catch larger fish. I don’t really buy into this theory, as Autumn can have some great fishing as well.  Do note, … read more

Shad Fishing: Shad are a wonderful gamefish. There are two prevalent species. The Hickory Shad which can be found in waters on the east coast from Florida to New Foundland and American Shad which are found both in the Atlantic … read more

European nymphing sounds new to many American anglers, but its been around for long time. It’s a great way to fish and can be very productive. These techniques generally put emphasis on line control and quick sinking flies to directly connect t … read more

Springtime means warm weather, which is a perfect time for mayflies to emerge and for fish to feed. In many areas of the country, April and May start off trout season. Emergence of this hatch is likely to occur in the midafternoon, and spinnerfa … read more

Euro nymphing and Tightlining is becoming very popular in the States these days. For good reason, these fishing techniques catch fish! Like all other forms of nymphing the best place to catch fish is moving water. The seams and pockets created b … read more

Although not as popular as the golden stone and salmon fly hatch, the green drake hatch is still worth a fairly well know and popular hatch. Anglers typically call green drakes ‘trout candy’ and for a good reason; because when they hatch, it trigg … read more

Whether you’re new to fly fishing or you have years of experience, one thing can frustrate anglers of all levels—choosing the right fly.It’s true that not all flies are equal. Choosing the right fly at the wrong time can also ruin your chances of cat … read more