Category Archives: Fly Fishing Gear
15 Pieces of Dirt Cheap Gear Every Angler Should Own
Fly fishing gear is plenty expensive. That's not lost on anyone. Some of that pricey gear is worth every penny but there are lots of cheap and simple items that will make your fly fishing easier and more enjoyable without draining your bank account. Some of...
Which Fly Rod Action Is Best For You?
By Kyle Wilkinson How does the angler know what fly rod action will best suite their needs and casting style? If you’re an experienced angler reading this you may already know the answer to the topic of today’s discussion. However, I have a strong feeling many...
Simms Flyweight Access Boot, a true breakthrough
I have hated every rubber soled boot I’ve ever worn, until now. Up to now, when I heard the words “rubber sole” I just heard, “wet, cold and hurt.” There has never been a rubber soled boot that gripped better than a Converse Allstar, as...
Build Your Own Fly Rod: DIY Video Series
EVER THOUGHT ABOUT BUILDING YOUR ON FLY ROD? WITH THIS DIY VIDEO SERIES YOU CAN! We are really excited to be working with Matt Draft, of Proof Fly Fishing, to bring you this great step-by-step tutorial on building a graphite fly rod. Building a rod doesn’t...
Choosing a line for your switch rod Part 3 the RIO Switch and Skagit Short reviewed.
On a couple of steelhead trips last year I wound up fishing with borrowed rods. They were switch rods, a Winston and a Ross, and I had the chance to fish them for both summer and winter steelhead. I really liked the feel of these...