Picture this, you’ve hooked into an amazing fish and it’s peeling off fly line. You look down at your fly reel and ask yourself – do I have enough line? What is Fly Line Backing? The Short Answer: Fly line backing is a line that extends the total length of line on your fly fishing […]
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I’m letting you in on a little secret of mine: building your own fly rod is not just incredibly satisfying, but it’s also a smart way to save some serious cash. I’ve experienced firsthand the significant savings that come with crafting my own rods. Lucky for you, I’ve designed, sold, and personally handcrafted over two
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The experience of wading through the gentle currents, casting a line, and feeling the exhilarating tug of a trout on a rod that is my own creation is deeply satisfying. This journey is more than fishing; it’s about forging a deeper bond with the sport through the art of rod building, transforming each fishing trip
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There’s a special kind of satisfaction in landing a trout with a fly rod you’ve built yourself. It’s more than just the thrill of the catch; it’s the entire process of assembling, wrapping, and finishing your rod that imbues it with a personal touch. Picture this: you’re in a stream, net in one hand with
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Sight fishing is more than just a fishing technique; it’s a dance of patience, skill, and a bit of luck. It’s that moment when you’re scanning the water, and suddenly, a shadow, a shape, or a subtle movement catches your eye. That’s when the real game begins. Remember, each fish species has its quirks. Trout
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Imagine stepping into a river during the salmonfly hatch, a time when trout, emerging from winter’s grip, turn into voracious predators. This isn’t just fishing; it’s witnessing an aquatic frenzy. The usually cautious trout, driven by an insatiable hunger, aggressively feed to regain their strength, often losing their usual wariness. The salmonfly hatch is nature’s
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Just as a craftsman selects tools with purpose, an angler chooses a fly rod to match their quarry and conditions. The 7-weight fly rod, often overshadowed by its lighter or heavier counterparts, is a versatile and powerful tool in a fly fisher’s arsenal. Ideal for a variety of applications, from casting to tailing bonefish in
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We’ve all been there, staring into a box full of hundreds of flies. What do you pick? Below is a list of my favorites when chasing brown trout. You’re going to quickly notice most of these are sub-surface flies. I love dry fly fishing, seeing a brown trout slurp down a fly from the surface
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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
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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
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