Category Archives: Saltwater Fly Fishing
Johnny’s Shark
A perfect cast right on the big shark's nose gets nothing but a sniff and a refusal. In a low and stoic voice the guide says, "the fish ain't gonna eat if he don't smell blood". Johnny Spilane gives him a hard look, takes his fly...
Move Quietly on the Bow
Bonefish have ears like rabbits. There's a picture! It's true though, they can hear things you'd never imagine. Fish's hearing is, of course, not the same as ours. Tiny villa in the cells along their lateral line pickup vibration and pressure in the water with remarkable...
The Perfect Day on the Flats
John Byron You’re after bonefish. An easy flight and you found all your luggage. The lodge is even more comfortable than you expected. Supper was super. Your new fishing companions seem a really great bunch. You’re excited to get fishing. Next morning seems perfect. Sunshine all day. The...
Sunday Classic / Bruce Chard Ties The Gnarly Bandit
SIMPLE IS OFTEN BEST. Our good friend Captain Bruce Chard is back today to prove it. Fishing guides need effective flies that will put their clients on fish but don't take hours to tie. Bruce calls these kind of flies,"guide flies." These flies have all of...
Louis’s Saltwater Casting Drill
There's no debate, practicing your casting makes you a more effective angler. But all practice is not created equal. Simply heading down to the park and hucking as much line as possible doesn't accomplish much. A while back we published a practice routine recommended by Tim...