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The Brassie(Post)
Don’t under estimate the Brassie! It’s one of the best all-around small fly nymphs out there. The Brassie has a wire body that imitates the segmented bodies of midges and caddisflies. It also
What Makes A Predator Fly A Predator Fly?(Post)Predator flies are not built the same as other big game species flies. Predator tying style was borrowed from saltwater tyer Bob Popovics with regards to the application of bucktail, but musky and pik
Alpine Lake Fly Fishing(Post)It’s the dog days of summer, and it is hot. Many trout waters are on hoot owl restrictions and many others are getting close to that 70 degree mark. It’s time to lay off the typical fly fishing
Jiggy, Euro, and Tight Lining Nymphs(Post)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
Big Fish(Post)Big fish are the ultimate target of many, if not most, fly fishers. Big fish aren't necessarily smarter though, they are often just overlooked. A few simple things to remember when targeting big fish
Short Line Dry-Dropper Fishing(Post)The dry-dropper rig is one of the most useful and versatile set ups in fly fishing. This rig, when fished correctly, can be especially effective in short drift situations like you find in rocky steep-
Fly Fishing Leads to Good Ideas(Post)I recently read a business article on coming up with good ideas. It talked about how research and several examples show that the best ideas frequently come when someone is relaxed, engaged in an enjoy
The Bounce Rig(Post)Need to get down deep? Swift water? You need to learn how to fish the Bounce Rig.Oddly, it’s a two fly set up. Yeah, strange coming from me isn’t it? Hey, I’m a two fly kind of guy! Here’s what you
Intro to Fly Fishing: Casting with The Double Haul(Post)Image by Nikki P. Age 11 Double hauling is a valuable skill for fly fishers using single-handed rods in all water types. Having the ability to skillfully present your fly under all circums
Rockin the Redfish(Post)Fly fishing for redfish is becoming more popular by the day. Redfish are commonly found in flats, marsh, backwater creeks and all variety of shallow water habitat. This makes them a perfect tar
Love That Dirty Water(Post)Growing up in Boston, the song from the Standells wrings in my head eliciting fond memories of the smell of sausage and pepper stands outside of Fenway park. I’m sure; however, when folks see stai
Landing Fish(Post)Who hasn't had one of those frustrating experiences where a big fish gets away and leaves you shaking your head? I certainly have, and occasionally at very bad times. Although fast action rods in hi
Too Cold(Post)Winter fly fishing is great, however, sometimes you have to ask yourself if it's really worth it. A few weeks ago as I drove down a local canyon I passed a couple of crazy friends who were out knee de
10 Things You Need to Know About Fly Fishing(Post)1. Although you can fly fish for just about any fish that swims, fly fishing is a particularly effective method for catching trout. 2. Fly fishing is as much about the relaxing beautiful experien
Perdigon Flies(Post)The Perdigon nymph has taken over competition fly fishing, thanks to both Spanish and French Euro-nymphers. It is now invading the US. Are Perdigons the new San Juan Worm? I’m not sure about that
Reading Trout Rise Forms(Post)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
