Sunday Classic / PUTMBAK!

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I wonder what the Great Lakes Steelhead would think if he knew what a controversial fish he is. No, he's not a native fish. Yes, it's a completely man made fishery. No, it's not a wild and scenic experience. Is he a real steelhead? Who...

Saturday Shoutout / Stalking The Seam

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SEARCHING FOR THE SWEET SPOT. That's the motto of Stalking The Seam. One of my favorite sites, it's a raising star in the fly fishing online media. Steven Brutger and Mathew Copeland consistently produce thoughtful, fresh writing and stellar photography. The focus of Stalking The Seam is...

Strategies for Streamer Fishing High Water on Tailwaters

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IT'S REALLY HARD TO BEAT STREAMER FISHING HIGH WATER ON TAILWATER'S FROM A DRIFT BOAT. Especially when your wanting to target trophy class fish. Although numbers of trout caught during high water flows usually are lower than fishing during low water flows, the size of your...

2014 Tarpon Rod Roundup

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HERE'S HOW YOU CAN SPEND THAT TAX REFUND! It's tarpon season and if you are headed out in search of silver, you may be considering a new rod. I had the chance recently to try out four excellent eleven weight fly rods that are great for...

Introduction by Johnny Spillane

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Nothing could make me happier than to begin my good friend Johnny Spillane....