Category Archives: Fly Fishing Gear
What is Recovery Rate and How Does It Affect Fly-Rod Action?
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...
G&G Beginner Series: Rods, Reels, and Ready-To-Fish Kits
By Justin Pickett The first pieces of equipment we typically look for when getting into fly fishing are the rod and reel. After all, without those two things, there isn’t a whole lot of fishing that’s gonna get done. So what do you buy? Why do you...
Save Your Fingers Fly Fishing – Use Lycra Finger Sleeves
Today's the day for a big fish. It's perfect streamer fishing conditions with overcast skies and there's been lots of aggressive fish. I'm pounding the banks with my favorite streamer for thirty minutes when I notice the grit on my fly line is starting to agitate...
10 Inexpensive Fly Fishing Life Hacks From The Home Depot
By Louis Cahill EVERYONE WANTS THEIR LIFE TO BE EASIER AND EVERYONE LIKES TO SAVE MONEY. Here are 10 handy and inexpensive items you can repurpose to accomplish both. You can pick all of them up at the local Home Depot or order them online. I'll supply...
Fast Action Fly Rods And The Fly Lines That make Us Love Them
Selecting the right fly line for your fast action fly rod isn’t as easy as it used to be. I have found myself having this conversation with three different anglers this week. That’s generally a good sign that it’s time to write something on the topic....