Paul Jun 21, 2021Catch More Fish in Hot WeatherSummer is often a joyous time for many folks, but it can also be tough on the water. Unfortunately, without such luxuries as air...
Paul May 31, 2021Increasing Leader Length for Sight-FishingFreshwater or saltwater, sight-fishing is my favorite way to catch fish with a fly rod. I never get tired of the intrigue of the hunt and...
Paul May 24, 20215 Quick Tips for Fly Fishing in High WaterFly fishing in high water can be intimidating. High water usually means you'll encounter things like swifter current, poor water clarity,...
Paul Apr 18, 2021Rio Products: How to Fish an Intermediate Line in a LakeFrom RIO Products: In this episode of RIO's "How To Fly Fish" series, RIO brand manager Simon Gawesworth talks about fishing intermediate...
Paul Apr 12, 2021Tips For Casting a Sinking Fly LineFor the angler that has thrown nothing but floating lines, moving to a sinking line can present new challenges. Due to the different...
Paul Feb 4, 2021RIO Products: How to Improve Your Double SpeyOur friend Simon Gawesworth over at RIO recently made a video about something I know nothing about—improving your double spey. Check out...
Paul Feb 1, 20213 Times You Might Try Using a Heavier TippetA typical fly fishing leader consists of three sections: the butt, midsection, and tippet. Other times, a much more simple leader can be...
Paul Jan 21, 2021Fly Fishing Leaders: The Simple and ShortFly 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...
Paul Dec 3, 20208 Tips for Easier and Safer WadingI'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...
Paul Nov 9, 2020The Highs and Lows of Fighting FishHow 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...
Paul Nov 2, 2020Don't Touch That DialClick-pawl fly reels are the ultimate in simplicity. These ultra-basic drag systems typically offer very little to no adjustment...
Paul Oct 15, 2020Attack the Angles When Fishing StreamersFishing around structure and cover. It's something I love to do whether I'm casting around pilings, weedlines, or a solitary boulder in a...
Paul Oct 12, 2020How to Cover Water FasterWhen fly fishing, covering water can sometimes be critical. No, I'm not talking about merely picking apart a small zone, but rather...
Paul Oct 1, 2020The Basics of Fall Bass FishingAhhh, 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...
Paul Sep 10, 2020Avoid High Sticking When Fighting FishProper 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...
Paul Aug 30, 2020Fly Casting Tip: Don't Let Go of the LineWhile casting and presenting your fly, accuracy and efficiency are often super important. Unfortunately, for some anglers these two key...
Paul Aug 20, 2020RIO Products Video: How to Find Rising TroutFrom RIO Products: In this episode of RIO's "How To" series, Chris Walker talks about finding rising trout for targeting with dry flies....
Paul Aug 6, 20208 Ways to More Effectively Fish a Fly in Deep WaterMany 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...
Paul Aug 3, 20207 Tips for Better Success While Fishing from ShoreFishing from a boat is both fun and often hugely advantageous. A properly-outfitted boat will give you access to waters not accessible...
Paul May 21, 2020Sight-Fishing Tips: Look For These 3 Things!There's no question that sight-fishing is my favorite way to fly fish. The experience of stalking, making a perfect presentation, and...