This post was last updated on October 7th, 2014 at 07:04 pmIf you’re in the mood to dump almost 1K on a new reel, this dancing bears grateful dead reel might just suit your fancy. This is limited to 250 total reels, so when they hit the market in mid-September 2014 you had better be … Read more
This post was last updated on December 3rd, 2022 at 07:42 pm I have never been a fan of wearing waders unless it is absolutely mandatory. Wearing wading sandals while fly fishing keep your feet from overheating and by the time you wake up the next day they will be dry, waiting for another day … Read more
This post was last updated on December 3rd, 2022 at 07:42 pm How Does Normal Clothing Differ From Fly Fishing Attire? Chances are you have seen the way fly fisherman choose to dress differently than most people, there is a good reason for that; every piece of clothing is optimized for a purpose in this … Read more
This post was last updated on January 15th, 2016 at 10:46 pmGetting Hooked on the Royal Coachman Fly Spring is in the air and if you’re an avid fisherman, you know that sparks an itch to fish and cast your flies in both familiar and unfamiliar waters, in hopes of catching something beyond your hook … Read more
This post was last updated on July 27th, 2021 at 08:03 pmStyles and Materials of Various Trout Nets This might seem like a mundane subject, but there are a lot of different net styles to choose from. Here I will go over some of the styles offered and why I have chosen the models that … Read more
This post was last updated on December 3rd, 2022 at 07:42 pm Choosing a Fly rod For Steelhead You might be able to convert an existing trout rod you already own into your steelhead rod. Lets go over what size rod is appropriate and what you should consider. Generally I would opt for a crisp … Read more
This post was last updated on December 3rd, 2022 at 07:42 pm Felt Sole Wading Boots Ban; Is Your State on the List? There is nothing quite like felt’s gripping ability on slippery rocks in the river. Unfortunately many states are outlawing the use of felt sole waders and boots, due to the spread of … Read more
This post was last updated on January 9th, 2014 at 04:22 pmLanyards for the Fly Fisherman It was a warm spring night and the sun had just set. I was in Northern MI in the midst of the elusive hex (Hexagenia Limbata) mayfly hatch. The trout had just begun eating these large flies on the … Read more
This post was last updated on January 27th, 2022 at 09:06 pmFly fishing is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone, and fly fishing indicators help with that. It’s not about how big your muscles are, or how fast you can run; it’s about patience and technique. Fly fishing indicators help identify strikes and … Read more
This post was last updated on December 3rd, 2022 at 07:42 pm Are the Expensive Nippers Worth It? There are two types of people: Those who love to buy gear and only own the best, and the people who simply cannot afford the best and don’t care that much. I fall into the latter category. … Read more
