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....

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...

Knowing how to quickly and efficiently tie a leader to a fly with a clinch knot will increase the amount of time you spend fishing while decreasing a main component of what can be frustrating for...

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...

This knot is a great way to attach a heavy leader to a loop or double line. It is simple, quick and strong. But I don't know why it has no name. This knot works in any situations. The only...

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...

The most common use for a blood knot is to join two monofilament lines of equal size. It’s a secure knot even with light line and preserves more of the line’s strength than other knots used for...

In order to make a fly fishing leader after a pre-made leader has broken, try tying a double surgeon's knot to the butt end. Discover how a leader should get lighter as it moves away from the butt...

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...

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....

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...

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...

Knotting the backing to the fly fishing reel means wrapping it around the arbor of the reel, tying a square knot and cutting off the tag end. Discover how pulling the locking knot close to the...

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.

Learn how to tie a whip finish knot for fly fishing in this free instructional video clip.

Part 1 - Learn about tying fly fishing knots in this free fly fishing video instruction guide, with pro angler tips & techniques.

Part 3 - Learn about tying fly fishing knots in this free fly fishing video instruction guide, with pro angler tips & techniques.

Learn some great tips on how to select the right basic fly line, leader basics and fly fishing reel in this free video clip.

Learn how to tie a clinch knot to tie the fly to the tippet - free video.

Set up a surgeon's knot for leader to fly in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing equipment, poles, supplies, and setting up reels in this free video.

Set up a needle knot for backing to spoil in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing equipment, poles, and supplies in this free video.

A nail knot for leader to fly in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing equipment, poles, supplies, and setting up reels in this free video.

A needle knot for leader to fly in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing equipment, poles, supplies, and setting up reels in this free video.

Set up an arbor knot for backing to spoil in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing equipment, poles, and supplies in this free video.

Learning to tie a whip finish knot is an important step to fishing. The whip finish knot is used to tie off the head of a fly, both wet and dry. Whip finishing can be done by hand or with a whip...

A fishing fly is almost always tied to the lightest leader of a fishing line (the tippet) with a clinch knot. This knot is so-named because it "clinches" in on itself when tightened and is secure...

Fly fishing is a relaxing form of outdoor recreation, unless you don't set up the reel and fly rod correctly. It can then become aggravating as you will get plenty of tangles and line breakage...

Attaching the fly to the tippet or leader of your fly line requires learning to tie an improved clinch knot. This knot holds the fly securely while letting it float freely for a natural, realistic...

Attaching the tippet to a fly line leader requires learning how to tie a blood knot. It's a handy knot for joining two monofilament lines together. Don't worry. You don't have to sweat blood to...

Threading a fly fishing line is a fine art. You want to do this correctly, so you can properly pull in your fish once you make a catch.

Now that you have the fly line connected to your reel's backing, it's time to connect that line to your fly-fishing leader. If your leader doesn't have a loop in it already, you'll have to make...