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Vests have always been popular with fly anglers, especially in the freshwater trout scene. With all of the storage they offer for all...

How many of you fly anglers make it a habit to extensively cover up with sun-protective clothing? Summertime conjures up lots of images...

The 5-weight has long been known as one of the most popular rod sizes in the world of fly fishing. This popularity stems mostly from the...

Over the years I've taken a number of guide trips and have had a number of experiences ranging from outstanding to "I can't wait to get...

I've always been someone that has loved catching fish with both conventional and fly gear. Some folks that are firmly set on just one...

When selecting the proper fly rod and reel combo, one of the most obvious things folks check is the reel's line weight rating. It's...

The action of a fly rod basically refers to how it flexes. This flex should always be taken into account because it has a big impact on...

The popularity and demand of fiberglass rods has really skyrocketed in recent years, and fly rod manufacturers have responded with an...

Image Courtesy of Filson / Backbone Media Our friends at Filson have released a beautiful short film showing the resourcefulness and...

Choosing a fly rod can be a little confusing, but the same goes for fly line, too. The selection of rods and lines is straight-up...

Over the years, I've owned a lot of fly rods. Most of my fly fishing is geared towards pursuing small to medium-sized fish like bass,...

Rigging for a day of fly fishing is a really crucial time that shouldn't be taken lightly. I consider myself a super careful and...

It's hard to beat the sense of freedom and adventure that comes along with fishing from a boat. As the past owner of a few boats, I can...

Over the years, I've heard a lot of excuses why people avoid fly fishing. Well, you know what? Getting started fly fishing is nothing to...

From diminutive 5-footers to lengthy spey models, fly rods come in many sizes. With all the available options, the 9-footer remains the...

Saltwater fly fishing is often a very different game. As Captain Scott Hamilton of FlyFishingExtremes.com says, "this is not about...

A reel's arbor is simply the inner part of the spool where you'd first tie your backing onto. Large-arbor reels (like the one pictured)...

I've been fly fishing the Broward County canals and lakes pretty frequently for the last several months. For whatever reason, it's a...

Fly fishing leaders are as varied as the fish they're used to target. Ask a hundred fly anglers what type of leader they prefer and the...

There's a pretty standard protocol most folks go through when selecting a new fly rod. The rod will usually be held, flexed, cast, and...