Category Archives: *Recycle
Don’t Let Yourself Get Numb to the Reward
IS THAT COOKIE CUTTER RAINBOW TROUT MAKING YOU FEEL NUMB INSIDE? ARE YOU LOSING THE FEELING OF REWARD LATELY ON THE WATER? Two decades have passed since I caught my first trout on a fly rod, and even with all those years that have gone by,...
Cat Island Bones
WHITE SAND, BLUE WATER, BONEFISH AND RUM. WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED? Cat Island is not known as a bonefishing destination. It's a quiet island with beautiful beaches, warm people and modest fishing opportunities, compared to its neighbors. It's not South Andros or Bimini but it's...
Hook Selection for Nymphs
By Bob Reece While fly pattern aesthetics can be pleasing to the eye, solid foundations are equally important. In the process of fly tying, hooks provide that footing. The desired imitation and application should both be taken into account when selecting hooks for any...
Successful Fly-Fishing Is About Work Ethic
There are two types of fly anglers: those who treat it like a hobby and those who treat it like a job. It’s not a judgment. There’s nothing wrong with being a casual angler. In fact, those anglers make me a little jealous sometimes, but the...
Be Stealthy Like Czech Nymphers
I'm not afraid to admit I'm not a big fan of Czech nymphing. I'm not an aficionado of the popular three-fly nymph rig either. It's not the right rig for fly anglers that lack discipline or are daydreaming fly casters. Furthermore, a freshly tied rig can...