Fly fishing community, tips and gear review
All-in-one fly fishing combos sound like a fantastic idea, right? You get a rod, reel, line, and even leader all in one neat package. The problem, though, is that often one – or all – of those pieces of gear is subpar, especially if you’re buying gear on a budget. […]
Whether you’re looking for your first rod or your fifteenth, a budget fly rod combo can be a great option. It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice looking for your first set up, or the seasoned veteran scoping out a deal. Brands are now beginning to aim these at a […]
What you can do though is fish wherever the hell you want. A kayak needs no boat launch, and no trailer to back it into the water. Anywhere you can safely carry and put in a kayak means you’ll be able to fish it.
Algae covered rocks can spell disaster for anglers. They create slippery and unstable walking conditions that could cause at least a small injury or even something more serious. Finding the best wading boots for slippery rocks will up your confidence. When you’re out on the water you need to have reliable […]
Anglers have a lot of stuff. Ask your wife, she’ll tell you. Well, all that stuff (we like to call it “gear”) requires care. Our gear must perform at peak levels if we are to be successful in our aquatic pursuits. Waders can’t leak, hooks must be sharp, our ferrules […]
The 4-weight (4wt) fly rod might be one of the most underutilized sizes in fly fishing. It’s known primarily as a nymphing rod. But it can be used for so much more. We’ll break down some of the most common 4 weight fly rod uses for you. Yes, the 4wt […]
Most fly anglers spend as much time organizing their fly boxes as they do tying the flies. Flies ranging from size, type, sub surface, or dry is a standard way to organize, but seasonality is just as important. Seasons change and if you’re going to find success year round, your […]
Fly fishing opportunities in Colorado are seemingly endless. I guess that’s why I love living here so much. Let’s be honest though, we all seem to overfish our local spots and our ability to go out and try new waters is limited. There are plenty of epic drainages out there […]
No self-respecting fly fisherman will sit out the entire winter just because of cold weather. Let’s be honest, that’s a long time not to cast a rod. Most enthusiasts know that tailwaters fish great, especially in the winter when the midge hatch is dependable, and the crowds are way down. […]
If you only wet wade warm water during the summer then read no further. Instead check out a pair of wading boots and ensure your feet are properly protected. However, most of us will eventually find ourselves fishing in cooler water or in colder temperatures and you’ll need something more […]
All-in-one fly fishing combos sound like a fantastic idea, right? You get a rod, reel, line, and even leader all in one neat package. The problem, though, is that often one – or all – of those pieces of gear is subpar, especially if you’re buying gear on a budget. […]
Fly fishing opportunities in Colorado are seemingly endless. I guess that’s why I love living here so much. Let’s be honest though, we all seem to overfish our local spots and our ability to go out and try new waters is limited. There are plenty of epic drainages out there […]
What you can do though is fish wherever the hell you want. A kayak needs no boat launch, and no trailer to back it into the water. Anywhere you can safely carry and put in a kayak means you’ll be able to fish it.
