Category Archives: Fly Fishing Gear
Bonefish On Bamboo
I'LL BE HONEST, WHEN BROWER MOFFIT PUT THIS BEAUTIFUL, FLAMED, THOMAS AND THOMAS NINE WEIGHT SALTWATER PROTOTYPE CANE ROD IN MY HAND MY EXPECTATIONS WERE LIMITED. Saltwater bamboo? This has got to be a gimmick, I thought. A rod designed to separate some wealthy fellow from...
Making A Rattan Fly Rod Grip, Part 1: Video
There’s nothing quite as classic as a well made Rattan grip on a fly rod. In addition to being beautiful, a rattan grip has a great feel in the hand. It’s the finishing touch that sets off a rod build and makes it just a little...
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...