In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.
The combination of weight, power, and action creates a balanced combo that is easy to learn on. The Greys GR60 combines performance and value in this fast-action trout rod. Fly fishing rods are ...
. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge percentage of them are from people looking for gear recommendations. Many of ...
Step back in time ten years or so and fly fishing for carp was exploding. It became so popular that it served as fodder for fly fishing films, spawned new guide services, turned previously unknown ...
Fly fishing has consumed me and given me a life. Even as a hobby, it was something I could get lost in. It challenged me creatively, physically, skillfully, and mentally. It is art, athletics, sport, ...
There’s much more to fly fishing than tying on a fly and whipping your line around a pond. Casting, hook setting and reeling all demand a level of finesse that goes beyond what anglers experience when ...
There’s a lot to love about fly-fishing. The soothing sound of the rushing river. The wildlife, both in and around the river. Spending time outside with friends and family. And, of course, the actual ...
Fishing season brings long days out on the water in serene settings. It’s honestly one of the best ways to spend a summer's day. The last thing you want when you’re out on the water is to deal with a ...
The first time I wandered into a fly shop on my own, I had no idea where to begin. I had been fly fishing before, but always on a boat and with the help of a partner or friends. Being alone—and ...
Fly fishing for bass isn’t always easy, and there are more effective ways to put a bunch of fish in the boat. But if there’s a more exciting way to catch bass, I haven’t found it yet. If you want to ...
The sun is shining and the weather is great. But amid days of traveling, barbecuing, hiking popular trails and boating on the Dillon Reservoir, it can sometimes feel like summer in Summit County lacks ...