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Summer is often a joyous time for many folks, but it can also be a pretty tough time on the water. Unfortunately, without such luxuries...

Freshwater or saltwater, sight-fishing is my favorite way to catch fish with a fly rod. The intrigue of the hunt coupled with the...

Fly fishing in high water can be intimidating. High water usually means you'll encounter things like swifter current, poor water clarity,...

From RIO Products: In this episode of RIO's "How To Fly Fish" series, RIO brand manager Simon Gawesworth talks about fishing intermediate...

For the angler that has thrown nothing but floating lines, moving to a sinking line can present new challenges. Due to the different...

Our friend Simon Gawesworth over at RIO recently made a video about something I know nothing about—improving your double spey. Check out...

A typical fly fishing leader consists of three sections: the butt, midsection, and tippet. Other times, a much more simple leader can be...

Fly fishing leaders don't always follow the same style and length ranges. A tapered leader of about 7 1/2 feet to 10 feet in length is a...

I'll be the first to admit that I've never been the most aggressive wader. It's impressive to me whenever I see an angler crossing a...

How to fight and land a fish. After the initial hookup, there are many little tricks that can be used to give the angler higher odds of a...

Click-pawl fly reels are the ultimate in simplicity. These ultra-basic drag systems typically offer very little to no adjustment...

Fishing around structure and cover. It's something I love to do whether I'm casting around pilings, weedlines, or a solitary boulder in a...

When fly fishing, covering water can sometimes be critical. No, I'm not talking about merely picking apart a small zone, but rather...

Ahhh, the fall. It's my favorite time of year and one that's full of some great fishing memories in both fresh and saltwater. It can also...

Proper rod angle during the fight is always important, but it's even more crucial when fighting big fish from a boat. Not to be confused...

While casting and presenting your fly, accuracy and efficiency are often super important. Unfortunately, for some anglers these two key...

From RIO Products: In this episode of RIO's "How To" series, Chris Walker talks about finding rising trout for targeting with dry flies....

Many years ago when we were kids, me and a buddy went on a bottom-fishing trip off the California coast where the day was spent doing...

Fishing from a boat is both fun and often hugely advantageous. A properly-outfitted boat will give you access to waters not accessible...

There's no question that sight-fishing is my favorite way to fly fish. The experience of stalking, making a perfect presentation, and...