Category Archives: Saltwater Fly Fishing
The Bimini Twist
The Bimini Twist may be the the most mysterious knot in fly fishing. I love the look you get when you tie one. It's as though you pulled a rabbit out of your fishing hat. In reality, the Bimini Twist is not a difficult knot. Once...
“Do It Yourself Bonefishing” by Rod Hamilton, Reviewed
IT'S EVERY ANGLER'S DREAM TO CATCH BONEFISH ON THE FLATS BY THEMSELVES. That may not be completely true, but if it sounds right to you, maybe you should pick up a copy of Rod Hamilton's new book, "Do It Yourself Bonefishing." It's certainly a step in...
Bonefishing: Getting Ready To Fish
It’s time to catch a bonefish! Here are some easy steps you can follow to set you up for success. Effective saltwater fly fishing, for bonefish or any other species, is all about making clean presentations. The more you can control the variables, the more fish...
Get Your Strip Set Right Every Time: Video
Remembering to strip set is the hardest thing for anglers new to saltwater fly fishing. It's absolutely crucial in saltwater angling to use a strip set. If you lift the tip of your rod at all, known as trout setting, you will not get the hook...
3 Reasons It’s Time to Change Flies
By Louis Cahill When I looked at this fly, I saw three things wrong—any one of them deserving a fly change. I was fishing with a friend at the January Bonefish School and he made a couple of good presentations that were refused by fish. I asked...