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Fly Fishing Leaders: Knotless or Do-it-Yourself?
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...
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Paul
- Apr 14, 2017
Trolling a Fly!?!?
I've never been very fond of trolling with conventional gear. Sitting there while dragging a lure around makes my brain go numb pretty...
Paul
- Apr 12, 2017
4 "Other" Things to Check When Fly Rod Shopping
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...
Paul
- Apr 9, 2017
ECHO Dry 3-Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Are any of you dismayed by the current crop of fast, stiff fly rods? In the right hands and with the right...
Paul
- Apr 7, 2017
SA Company Tubular Bandana Face Shield Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Face masks have been a very important part of my overall fishing arsenal for about 10 years now. I can still...
Paul
- Mar 31, 2017
Aspen Mid-Arbor Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Rods. Reels. Hats. Pliers. The list goes on and on. There's a lot of gear out there! I've been able to fish,...
Paul
- Mar 17, 2017
RIO Makes Cleaning Your Fly Line Wonderful!
Ok everyone, raise your hands if you sometimes neglect to clean your fly line. I saw a few hands go up! Like many pieces of fly fishing...
Paul
- Mar 13, 2017
Sage 6260 Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship I've always been a sucker for 7-weight fly reels. I've had some type of 7-weight rod in my arsenal for nearly...
Paul
- Feb 22, 2017
Stripping With Both Hands!
The act of stripping your line/fly is most often done with just one hand doing the pulling. This is often very effective because you'll...
Paul
- Feb 15, 2017
ECHO Trip 8-Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Got a trip planned? Looking for a fly rod that is easy to travel with? The Echo Trip series should be just what...
Paul
- Feb 10, 2017
Is a 10-Foot Fly Rod Right For You?
In the world of single-handed fly rods, the 9-foot rod rules. This length provides the perfect mix of casting distance, line control...
Paul
- Feb 1, 2017
What is a Shock / Bite Tippet?
It was probably 19 or 20 years ago when I first learned the importance of using a bite tippet. I was on vacation with my family on...
Paul
- Jan 25, 2017
ECHO Bad Ass Glass 8-Weight Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship Is this the coolest name for a fly rod or what? It's no secret that fiberglass has been gaining popularity in...
Paul
- Jan 23, 2017
The Lightest 7 Weight Reel?
On the conventional side of fishing, materials like magnesium and special composites are often used in reels which can result in...
Paul
- Jan 20, 2017
Ever Tried This Stuff?
Anyone that knows me knows that I have always been someone that takes care of my things. My fishing gear is no different. Even as a young...
Paul
- Jan 18, 2017
Cheeky Fishing Limitless 325 Fly Reel Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship When you see a Cheeky reel it's hard to mistake it for anything else. These guys are known for their...
Paul
- Jan 12, 2017
R.L. Winston Boron III Plus 8-Weight "Jungle" Fly Rod Review
Intro/Specs/Craftsmanship The world's jungles can be unforgiving places. The heat, the bugs, the remoteness—you have to be tough and...
Paul
- Jan 4, 2017
Ross EDDY 5/6 Fly Reel Review
Fly reels can be expensive. REALLY expensive. Those new to fly fishing must be astounded when they see some of these prices for the first...
Paul
- Dec 22, 2016
Redington RISE 5/6 Fly Reel Review
In my opinion, Redington's BEHEMOTH fly reel is one of the most striking fly reels on the market. Because of this, when I received word...
Paul
- Dec 14, 2016
Ross Colorado LT 3/4 Fly Reel Review
Lightweight. Simple. Classy. Those are three adjectives I'd use to sum up the Colorado LT fly reel from Ross Reels. It's difficult not to...
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