Feel the Tarpon Burn

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The first step in landing a big tarpon is getting a really good hook set. If your hook fails to penetrate the hard boney mouth of the tarpon, it almost always will be spit out after the first or second jump. My previous trip to the...



Steelhead Your Face

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  I didn’t see a Sasquach on my trip to Oregon but I did get a glimpse of the reclusive Horatio Nailknot. He walked with a distinctive lopping gate and carried this unique custom engraved Hardy reel. It features some Oregon scenery along with the...



Sunday Classic / Carp Czar

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I am planning my presentation to at, least, the one hundredth fish of the day. For the record i have had one look and no eats. It’s not quite lunch time. I look down at my feet to be sure I’m not standing on my...



Saturday Shoutout / SCOF!

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The spring issue of Southern Culture on the Fly is out, and it’s HOT!   Check out this Tarpon video from SCOF.   Louis Cahill Gink & Gasoline www.ginkandgasoline.com hookups@ginkandgasoline.com   Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter!  ...



The Fish Gods and The Temple of Swing

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A steelhead is caught one way and one way only, on the swing! The temperature of the room is getting kind of warm. The fishing banter takes on a surly tone when one of the guys mentions bobber fishing. This is steelheader slang for nymphing under...