Fly Fishing

Where permitted, it is not uncommon for an angler to fish multiple flies at the same time by affixing the extra flies to "dropper strands" that branch off from the main leader at intervals....

A fishing pole storage rack keeps your rods neatly organized. More important, it keeps them from being damaged. You can make a rod rack with minimal investments of cost and time. A floor-based...

Some anglers frequently try to increase their odds of catching fish by using more than one fly at a time. In fly-fishing, the strand of monofilament connecting a second fly is generally called a...

Spooling fly line onto a Pflueger fly reel is fairly easy. If done correctly it will prevent a large fish from pulling all your line off the reel and getting away with your line. In fishing...

Fly line backing accomplishes two things: It takes up extra space on a fly reel so the line will flow out easier and it gives a margin of error when large fish are hooked. If the backing is to do...

Backing line on a fly reel serves two purposes. It increases the diameter of the spool, so it takes fewer rotations of the reel to draw in the fly line, and it provides extra length for when a...

Fly tying is an art form and a science that requires selectively placing various materials on a fishing hook in an attempt to imitate an insect. The hook is rigidly held by a vise while the fly...

Adding fly line to an empty fly reel is a fairly easy endeavor that requires the use of a few knots. Having worked as a fishing guide and in a fly shop for five years, I know that it can take some...

Crystal River Fly Rods and Reels are popular equipment for the fly angler. Like all fly reels, Crystal River reels use a type of line specifically designed for fly fishing, which comes in two...

Fly-tying enthusiasts use a dubbing loop to apply dubbing materials, usually fur, in a manner that imparts a particularly fuzzy or rough look to a fly pattern. A dubbing loop is generally used to...

A well-designed tapered leader is a crucial part of an effective fly-fishing outfit. A tapered leader consists of monofilament line segments knotted together to form a line that incrementally...

A fly fishing rod in skilled hands can be poetry in motion. The floating line wafts overhead in a rhythmic motion until the angler drops the dry fly dead-center in a pool of still water, where a...

Saltwater fly fishing combines the challenge of hooking hard-fighting fish with relatively light tackle for unparalleled angling excitement. Catching a tarpon or even a mako shark on a 7-inch...

Fly fishing typically involves long casts requiring an obstacle-free casting area that extends at least 30 feet behind the angler. Frequently; however, an angler will be forced to make a cast with...

Foam-bodied fly patterns are inexpensive to make and easy to tie. These flies can be used effectively when fishing for various species. Popular species such as panfish, bass and trout can all by...

Your choice of a fly reel is another important part of a balanced fly fishing outfit. The fly fishing reel stores your backing, fly line and puts resistance on your line through its “drag” system...

Ever wondered how to fly fish? What you need to get setup for fly fishing and how to put it all together before you start casting? This simple guide will have you set-up for the river in no time...

A simple egg pattern causes so many begginers problems when tying. What looks so simple can be a little tricky at first, but with some guidance, you can be on your way to making perfectly round...

Beadhead flies have become very popular because they allow the fly to sink without having to add split shot to the line. Whether it is the shiny finish on the beads or the bug looking head that...

Saltwater fly fishing is growing in popularity by leaps and bounds. With the high price of saltwater flies, and sharp-toothed fish that can destroy a fly with one bite, tying your own flies is the...

Creating your own dubbing for fly fishing is both satisfying and an excellent cost-cutting method. With little more than silk floss and a little free time, you can create your own substitute for...

Perhaps the most exhilarating way to catch Northern Pike is to fly fish. Pike are a monster predators and can be challenging to land because they are fighters once hooked. Landing one can take a...

A Clouser minnow is a type of lure manufactured by Clouser Flyfishing in Middletown, Pennsylvania. The streamer fly comes in a variety of color combinations tied to three hook sizes. The company...

Fishing with a fly rod is a relaxing and enjoyable way to fish for many different species of fish, from small pan fish to larger game fish such as large mouth bass. Before heading to the lake,...

Correctly tying a fly fishing rod may at first look seem intimidating to many people. However, this is actually a fairly simple process which may be successfully accomplished by many people....

Tying fishing flies at home is both a source of fishing lures as well as an interesting and relaxing hobby enjoyed by many people. Fishing flies are either dry, wet or nymphs which are tied to...

Fishing flies are used with fly rod setups, which include a fly rod and reel, fly line, tippet and leader. Most commonly associated with trout fishing, fishing flies are used to catch larger game...

Catching trout is really easy. Unfortunately, the stuff you bought at Dick's Sporting goods or Cabela's is probably a waste of money.

Setting up a fly rod may at first seem intimidating. The various lines, leaders, tippets and flies often discourages many people from even venturing into the sport of fly fishing. However, with...

Setting up a fly reel involves tying fly line backing to the spool of the reel and then attaching the fly line to the backing. Additionally, there is a leader and tippet to be tied to the end of...

It's time to bust out your fishing gear and put together your fly fishing rod. If you stowed your fly fishing rod properly the last time you went fishing you should have no problems. Grab your...

Fly line backing is attached to the fly reel before the fly line and is typically made of multi-strand woven string which is usually coated. The backing is installed to provide a base for the fly...

Attaching fly line to a reel and rod is a fairly simple process which may at first seem confusing. There are specific knots that are best used for setting up the line and reel. In addition to the...

Fly fishing is a favorite pastime for any fisherman. The action is constant due to the repetitive movements of the rod so the boredom stays to a minimum. Fly fishing from a boat is even better,...

Well, I am sure you know what I am going to say, but never-the-less it is true - so, if you are looking for the best discount gear then to find the best discount fly fishing gear you HAVE to shop...

Are you looking for a good Saltwater Fly-Fishing magazine maybe some gear or just information? Find out sites where to you can pick up a free trial issue or a magazine subscription to a...

Fly Fishing Knots. One thing that will lose you a lot of fish is poorly tied knots. The last thing you need, when you eventually catch that big trophy fish, is to watch it swim away with your fly...

I love stream trout fishing and especially spinner fishing for trout. This is my ehow on how to catch more trout with spinners. Good Fishing!

So, you're interested in becoming a trout bum. Luckily it's a fairly easy task to accomplish. Just be prepared to change your lifestyle and sell your home, 'cause you'll be living along trout...

Fly fishing requires the right equipment, just like any other sport or recreation. Fly fishing, also like others sports, is flooded with potential gadgets and gizmos on which to spend money. ...

Lakes from north to south in Minnesota have fishable populations of bass. The fish are particularly vulnerable to fishermen in the spring, because when the water is cool at this time of year, bass...

Learn to fish a wet fly and you will never go hungry!

Each form of trout fly has a particular method to be used when fishing it.

Learning the basics of the fly cast is, for the most part, a simple process. The only way to improve your skill at fly fishing is to get out and practice. As the old saying goes, "you never know...

The bend back is a deadly effective fly in waters that contain a lot of structural hazards such as oysters, worm beds, grass, and overhangs. The method of tying the fly protects the hook from...

The first thing the new fly fishermen most learn is how to spool their fly reel. It is a simple process, but there are a few things you need to do to get the tapered fly line onto the reel.

The bunny leach fly is an eye-catcher for fish with a "lifelike pulsating action proven to stimulate strikes from trout, salmon, bass, and a variety of other species." That says it all. You first...

Summer fishing for trout and bass along a stream or river can be rewarding especially if it gets you to places few others fish. Wet wading allows you to get to places a boat simply can't manage...

The Clouser minnow is one of the most used flies in the world. Bob Clouser, the inventor, has claimed over 90 species on the chartreuse and white pattern featured. The Clouser Minnow remains a...

If you fly fish you know how expensive it can be, so it helps to save money any way you can. Building your own fly fishing leaders is one way to do this. It doesn't effect the presentation of the...