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New Custom Wooden Water Maps from Foundry Fishing
If you're an angling enthusiast, chances are fishing influences a lot of things in your life from clothing to home decor. Foundry Fishing...
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Paul
- Jan 9, 2020
Is an 8 Weight Fly Rod Always the Best Choice?
Should I get an 8 weight fly rod? Is an 8 weight fly rod right for my needs? In fly fishing, 5 weight and 8 weight rods are the two most...
Paul
- Dec 30, 2019
Thanks, Dad
The holiday season has always been a joyous time for me, but this year had a much different feeling. My dad passed away just three days...
Paul
- Dec 12, 2019
Maximum Fly Reel Drag....Does it Matter?
When shopping for a new fly reel, what features and specifications do you typically put at the top of your list? The basic cosmetics,...
Paul
- Nov 25, 2019
Should You Get a Practice Rod?
As the saying goes "practice makes perfect." That rings true for many aspects of life from learning to ride a bike to computer coding,...
Paul
- Nov 18, 2019
Tips to Help Choose Your First Saltwater Fly Rod
Bigger, stronger fish. Heavier flies. These are just two of the variables that the saltwater fly angler faces. It's a unique place to fly...
Paul
- Nov 15, 2019
YETI Presents: Tarpon Book
Our friends at YETI have just released "The Tarpon Book" — a beautiful collection of stories and images compiled by some of the top names...
Paul
- Nov 7, 2019
A Happy Medium
Something that I've not cared for in fly fishing is the big emphasis put on premium travel and tackle. Exotic destinations, pricey guide...
Paul
- Oct 28, 2019
Should More Fly Rods Be Labeled With Grain Weights?
A few weeks back, I posted a review of the new Winston Alpha+ 7 weight which can be found right here. While seemingly pretty minor, one...
Paul
- Sep 19, 2019
3 Things You Might Not Like About Glass Rods
I used to have a lot of preconceived negative notions about fiberglass fly rods, which is probably why I avoided them for most of my fly...
Paul
- Sep 5, 2019
What's The Best Fly Rod Action For Beginners?
Fly casting isn't as difficult as it may seem. Solid instruction and a lot of practice certainly goes a long way in forming good...
Paul
- Sep 1, 2019
That's the Point
I learned the importance of regularly checking my hook points at an early age. Right after I began fly fishing back in the early 90's, my...
Paul
- Aug 19, 2019
Tropical Fly Lines...Not JUST for the Tropics!
The tropics are harsh on fly lines. Most lines are made with limp, braided cores and softer coatings for excellent handling in the cold...
Paul
- Aug 15, 2019
Slam in the Southwest
When people think of cities with great urban fishing opportunities, Phoenix, Arizona is probably not high on the list. After all, it's...
Paul
- Aug 8, 2019
What is a 4 Weight Fly Rod Good For?
I adore the 4. The 5-weight may be the dominant size for much of the freshwater trout scene, but I've always had a real soft spot for a...
Paul
- Aug 1, 2019
New Fly Lines from Scientific Anglers
Words/Images by Scientific Anglers Blind casting big flies requires a line that will allow you to do it efficiently and effectively all...
Paul
- Jul 5, 2019
New 2020 Fly Lines from RIO
Words and photos courtesy of RIO Products FRESHWATER RIO’s new Technical Trout line has been designed for the angler fishing at range...
Paul
- Jul 4, 2019
Winston Announces New AIR TH Fly Rod Series
Words and Photo Courtesy of Winston Rods We are very excited to announce that the new Winston AIR TH has won the Best New Fly Rod at the...
Paul
- Jul 3, 2019
New Fly Rods for 2020 From Sage
Words and photos courtesy of Sage Fly Fishing Trout LL Sage nods to tradition yet improves performance with the introduction of the TROUT...
Paul
- Jun 19, 2019
11 Ideas to Keep Your Fly Rods and Reels Looking Good
Rods and reels are tools. I get that. But, they are also some of my most prized possessions and each one can command a lofty price. Why...
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