What is Recovery Rate and How Does It Affect Fly-Rod Action?

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When we refer to a fly-rod as being fast or slow, what we are talking about is recovery rate. Recovery rate simply means how quickly does the bent rod return to its natural, straight position. This recovery rate is inherent to the rod and can be...

Three Tactics for Tougher Terrestrials

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By Bob Reece Large foam terrestrial fly patterns have exploded in popularity over the past several years. Their intriguing aesthetics, all day buoyancy and ability to elicit violent takes have earned them a place in fly boxes worldwide. However, the durability of these high...

The Winston B3 Plus, Is this A Turning Point?

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I have loved Winston fly rods since I cast one for the first time, but this is something completely different. I just got my hands on a Winston B3 Plus 11 weight and took it to the Florida Keys for tarpon. I only own a couple...

Taking An Epic Plunge

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By Justin Pickett No, not over my head into a cold river. Instead, I’m diving completely blind into my first rod build. I’ve been interested in building a rod for some time, but the task has always seemed more daunting and tedious than I had patience for,...

Sunday Classic / Getting Sharper Photos In Low Light

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IT'S NO COINCIDENCE THAT WHEN THE LIGHT GETS PRETTY, IT ALSO GETS LOWER. That is to say that like low water, there just isn't much of it. Those early morning and late evening shots are beautiful but challenging. Low light means slow shutter speeds and, all...