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Simms Challenger Mid Deck Shoes Review
One of my favorite times to be on the water is when it's raining. Although the fishing can be absolutely phenomenal, it can also be...
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Paul
- Dec 17, 2022
Kistler Bakk 5/6 Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship If you're a conventional bass fishing addict like I am, the name Kistler should instantly ring a bell. Based in...
Paul
- Nov 14, 2022
Ross Evolution LTX 3/4 Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship The Ross Evolution LTX series are not exactly new reels, having been out for about four years now. Designed...
Paul
- Oct 30, 2022
Temple Fork PRO III 5-Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) is a brand name that is synonymous with affordability. Although TFO has some...
Paul
- Apr 28, 2022
G. Loomis IMX-PRO Creek 4-Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship I've always been intrigued by fishing small waters. Whether I'm chasing trout, micro tarpon, or whatever,...
Paul
- May 17, 2021
Simms Waypoints Rain Jacket Review
When it rains, it's not always cold outside. Growing up in Northern California, our wet season was from roughly November through April,...
Paul
- May 10, 2021
What is the Best Fly Rod Weight for Bass?
Typical freshwater bass aren't the hardest pulling or biggest fish around, but a big part of what makes them so much fun is the variety...
Paul
- Feb 15, 2021
Sage SONIC 4 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Just like with conventional rods, fly rods can be crafted with specific purposes in mind. Examples of these...
Paul
- Jan 21, 2021
Fly Fishing Leaders: The Simple and Short
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...
Paul
- Jan 11, 2021
Fenwick Aetos 3 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Based on what I see and hear, the Fenwick Aetos seems to be a popular choice thanks to the friendly price tag...
Paul
- Dec 6, 2020
Leviathan Prophet 5 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Do you like to be different? In the world of fly rods, a handful of brand names take up a huge amount of market...
Paul
- Nov 18, 2020
Scott Sector 6 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Scott is among those manufacturers at the top of the game when it comes to who builds the best saltwater fly...
Paul
- Nov 9, 2020
The Highs and Lows of Fighting Fish
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...
Paul
- Oct 18, 2020
ECHO Lago 6 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Back when I was a teenager and living in California, I had a trusty 10-foot 7-weight rod that I used for trout,...
Paul
- Oct 15, 2020
Attack the Angles When Fishing Streamers
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...
Paul
- Oct 1, 2020
The Basics of Fall Bass Fishing
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...
Paul
- Mar 9, 2020
Orvis Recon 8 Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship The Helios 3 rods are Orvis' top-of-the-line offerings, and they are indeed impressive. I've fished the 5D,...
Paul
- Feb 27, 2020
5 Subtle Things to Look for When Fly Fishing for Bass on Lakes
Part of what makes bass fishing so much fun to me is that there is often a complex puzzle to figure out. Resulting from things like...
Paul
- Jan 27, 2020
Waterworks-Lamson Speedster S Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship What are three of the main aspects you look for in a fly reel? Appearance, drag performance, and weight are...
Paul
- Jan 6, 2020
Sage PAYLOAD 6+ Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftmanship When some anglers think of fly fishing, they usually envision casting small flies to trout in a mountainous...
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