The Christmas Tree Fly

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It's Christmas Eve. The stockings are hung, the children nestled in their beds, bikes and doll houses are assembled, gifts are wrapped, turkeys are stuffed, credit cards are maxed, and still, you have found a few minutes to look at Gink and Gasoline. God bless...

Sunday’s Classic / What’s Correct Left or Right Hand Retrieve?

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I cast right handed so I should reel with my left hand right? Ask a saltwater guide and 95% of them will tell you the correct way is to always reel with your dominant hand. Ask a trout fisherman and most will say you should...

Saturday Shoutout / Midtown Fly and Silo4

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This week I've picked out a good read and a great video trailer I'd like everyone to check out today. Let us know what you all think and may all of you have a great weekend. As always, thanks for supporting Gink & Gasoline, you...

Soul River Runs Deep

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I used to think I was drawn to fly fishing entirely because I loved the challenge and the rewards that came from my catches. But as time's passed, and my wisdom has grown, I now view fly fishing and its purpose in my life completely...

Sunday Classic / Summer’s Over

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In August of 2010, at he end of a hectic and exhausting summer, I found myself in western Alaska for a week at the Alaska West Lodge. Frankly I was a little burned out. The weather, which can be a formidable challenge in Alaska, complicated...