Category Archives: Fly Fishing Tips & Technique
Concentration, Relaxation and Communication Equal Better Bonefishing
By Louis Cahill Concentration, Relaxation and Communication. I wish I could claim those words. I'm quoting Jose Sands, bonefish guide at Andros South Bonefish Lodge. That was his answer when I asked what he thought was the key to successful bonefishing. As usual, he nailed it. Plenty of...
Hemostat Hacks For Fly-Fisherman
By Justin Pickett A pair of hemostats can save a fly fisherman serious time on the water! If I were asked what one tool, or accessory, I absolutely have to have with me on the water, I would have to say it is, without a doubt, my...
We be Grubbin’
By Chris Dore Things are hotting up in Southern NZ and to many Southern locals, this means Willow Grubbing time! Willow grubs are the larvae of the Saw Fly (Pontania Proxima) , and pupate within those angry red blisters found on the leaves of willow trees. As...
Presenting Your Fly To A School Of Bonefish
Bonefish are on the move! Presenting your fly to a school of bonefish has to become second nature. There is often not time to make a plan. The successful angler is one who can make split second decisions and place the fly quickly and accurately. It's a...
You buy your portfolio every morning
In the old days I ran a hedge fund. That’s right. Half a billion dollars doing whatever I told it. Big trades, big profits (and losses) and big pressure. I learned a lot from a decade in that role that has helped me on the stream....