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
Category: Tight Line Nymphing
Tightline nymphing is one of the most effective ways to catch trout in fast or complex water. This category gives you clear instruction, practical strategies, and detailed examples that come directly from time spent on the river. You will learn how to build leaders, choose flies, control slack, and stay connected through every part of the drift. Each article focuses on real situations you will face on the water and explains how to adjust your approach with purpose. You will also find breakdowns of patterns, rigging choices, and problem solving methods that help you fish with confidence. Whether you are learning the basics or refining advanced skills, these resources will guide you toward better drifts, stronger presentations, and more consistent results.
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 bit of tinsel, and you can make it…well, sexy. When it comes to simplicity, the Walt’s Worm is in
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
It’s Time to Switch: Fluorocarbon is Superior for Nymphing & Surprisingly Affordable
If you want to have the best experience when euro nymphing, it’s time to make the switch to fluorocarbon. I know, you see it at the fly shop and gasp at the price. It’s worse
Video Post: Are You Seeing the Strike?
If you are only catching trout when you feel the strike, you aren’t catching as many as you could be. Learning to read the sighter built into your euro nymphing leader helps you to see the strikes you don’t feel.
Video Post-Tight Line Nymphing with a Mono Rig
Video post of using a mono rig to tight line nymph for trout.