High water conditions can be intimidating for many anglers. I’ve heard countless times, “The river’s too high to fish.” But trust me, after years of wading in water nearing my armpits, I’ve found that these conditions can be a goldmine. Here’s my personal guide on how to navigate and succeed in high waters. 1. Just …
Fly fishing is a sport enjoyed by millions around the world. Whether you are chasing some trout on the River Wye or swinging a streamer deep in the Bolivian Jungle, the practice, patience, and skills remain the same. When we talk about fly fishing for trout, this is where it all started, I suppose, and …
The 11 Best Emerger Fly Patterns for Successful Trout Fishing Read More »
We’ve all been there, staring into a box full of hundreds of flies. What do you pick. Below are 13 of my favorite flies for catching brown trout. You’re going to quickly notice these are all sub-surface flies. I love casting to rising fish, but selecting the fly in those conditions is a lot easier. …
The late, great fly fishing legend, Lefty Kreh, had a clever method for understanding the drag on a fly reel and how to set it just right: Pull fly line off the reel using only your lips and then tighten the drag until you can’t pull anymore and the line slips from your mouth. While …
More often than not, parents refuse to answer what child they love most. There are days, however, when one becomes the clear favorite. One too many temper tantrums may push parents to consider putting one up for adoption. Fly anglers have a similar relationship with wet and dry flies. There are days when anglers really …
What is the Difference Between a WET FLY vs DRY FLY Read More »
Brook trout conjure up all sorts of wonderful imagery in the minds of fly anglers. From the far-flung locales of Labrador, to the Appalachians on the East Coast, the thought of getting into brook trout anywhere in North America usually captures the attention of fly fishers at least once in their career. Brookies tend to …
The 17 Best Flies for Brook Trout (And How to Fish Them) Read More »
No other insect hatch brings more trout to the surface than a July, August Trico hatch. The Tricorythodes is one of the smallest mayfly species around and is one of the trout’s most beloved meals. While experiencing the Trico hatch and the boiling waters around you can also lead to some of the most frustrating fishing …
10 Best Trico Patterns (Nymphs, Dries with an Easy Fly to Tie) Read More »
Hook sizing can be a confusing part of any fishing. Newbies to the sport of fly fishing may think that bass needs big hooks to catch them. This couldn’t be further from the truth. In the same sense, hooks that are too small will also not help you catch more fish and may even contribute …
The humbling chase for returning salmon has kept anglers enthralled for decades. The earliest recorded evidence of fly fishing for salmon goes back some 200 years. The beauty of targeting these beasts is that it takes skill, understanding, and sheer persistence to come close to hooking one. Hook Type Recommended Size Single Hook #2 to …
Hey there, it’s your fellow fly flinger David, from Guide Recommended. I’ve lived and breathed fly fishing for decades, turning my passion into an obsession. I started out with my first fly rod in my twenties, and since then, it’s been a journey of constant discovery. I learned all about wading boots and grip when …
Felt vs. Rubber Sole Wading Boots (Which is Best for You) Read More »