Jan 8, 2024 · Been seeing several videos on tying jig and balanced flies for mainly leeches, buggers , etc. I was wondering if they are that much better than similar patterns on the standard hook? I mainly …

Apr 25, 2024 · I need advice. I live in Skagit County, and have fished the streams and smaller rivers. I have never flyfished the Skagit or Sauk (since Reagan was president). I recently picked up an 8 wt, …

Nov 4, 2009 · Greetings. I am in the market for a good fast action 8 wt. salmon/steelhead rod and am considering a closeout Xi2. I know this rod was really popular a couple years ago, and wondered if it …

Jun 19, 2007 · The fly rod is very slow compared to the stuff I have now. I got them back when Outdoor Emporium was up on Pontius. Does anybody know that approximate date of when they moved? The …

Dec 30, 2020 · Good evening everyone, I’m just getting into the sport of fly fishing and I received this pole as a gift a few years back. I took the pole into orvis earlier today and the advice I was given was …

Mar 1, 2018 · How many of you make your own? I just made up a couple, but the ultra wire (sm) was too weak for the amount of materials I used. Admittedly, I need to use less material for less bulk, but …

Apr 11, 2021 · Fly tyers can be masters at making things complicated! Poor quality materials and tools are destined to discourage beginner tiers and cause greater expense when the time comes to …

Jan 9, 2020 · John Shewey (editor of NW, SW and Eastern Fly Fishing magazines) is researching the history of the Spruce Fly. Les Johnson made mention of some background...

Apr 11, 2024 · The Thomas & Thomas Paradigm fly rod, especially the original version built over 20 years ago, holds a special place in the hearts of dry fly purists. Let’s explore its value and significance:

Jan 24, 2018 · What are your thoughts on which fly box works best for streamers for trout and steelhead? I am tir d of the ones I have and tend to like to be as organized as possible with my flies. …