Winter fly fishing demands patterns that not only attract fish but also withstand the harsh conditions. The Eggstacy Egg emerges as a standout in the realm of Euro nymphing, offering unparalleled reliability and effectiveness. Its
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Video Post: How a Jig Streamer Saved the Day
I didn’t get to the river planning to use a jig streamer. That’s the thing about fly fishing. Rarely, do things go as planned. The night before I tied up several euro style nymphs I
Rainbow Warrior to the Rescue: How to Tie & Fish this Flashy Little Imitation
The Rainbow Warrior has rescued me from getting skunked on many days on the water. It’s one of those flies that I save for times when nothing else is working. Lance Egan is the originator
How to Make a Walt’s Worm Sexy
The Walt’s Worm may be the homeliest fly in your box. Dress it up with a little tinsel, and you can make it…well, sexy. When it comes to simplicity, the Walt’s Worm is in a
What Happened to Fly Fishing Etiquette?
Have you ever had another angler get too close, seemingly unaware or uncaring of any type of fly fishing etiquette? How did you respond? This post will hopefully create some discussion about fly fishing etiquette.
Video Post: Tight Line Nymphing a Big River
Choosing tight line nymphing as a tactic when fly fishing on a large river can be extremely effective if you approach it with the right mind set. Big rivers are often difficult to read. It
Video Post: An Easy Way to Set Up a Box of Euro Nymphs
“Euro nymphs” are not altogether different from traditional nymphing flies. The name “Euro Nymph” really refers to a style of nymphs that feature heavy tungsten beads and tied on a jig style hook. For example,
How to Tie the Olive & Black Perdigon
Perdigons are more tactical than imitative, They do not contain any bulk, which helps them race to the bottom in fast water types. Perdigons represent a variety of aquatic insects. European competition anglers developed them
5 Reasons You Need a Trxstle Fly Rod Carrier
If you like having complete strangers ask you what’s on top of your car, you should think about buying a Trxstle Fly Rod Carrier. It’s a great conversation piece. I can’t tell you how many
Native Brook Trout Fishing is Stepping Back in Time
The dog days of summer often force me to turn my attention to native brook trout. What they lack in size, they make up for in spirit and beauty. As the water levels drop and