Archives for October 2018

Happy Hump Day
Finn Ward, humpy wrangler. Photo: Kyle Shea. It's hump day, and every now and then we like to celebrate by paying homage to one of the...

Guide Poll: Favorite Fishing Layers
What are you wearing? Photo: Kyle Shea. Those who live a life outside know that proper apparel is far more than just 'clothing..' It's gear. Choosing...

Jerry French on Tying the ‘Ultra Rig’ – Video
Best of both worlds. Photo: Aqua Flies screenshot. Earlier this year we expressed our excitement about Alaska West alum, Jerry French's latest steelhead pattern; the Ultra...

Spey Casting: Overhang and Tip, Head, and Rod Length
Now, that's a short overhang. Photo: Greg Houska. Last week we presented you with an informative write-up from our pal Stuart Foxall on the importance of...

Fly Tying Hack: Hold Materials With Hair Claw Clips
Tidy tying. Photo: Bryan Burke. Ever thought a third hand would come in handy when tying flies? You're not the only one. While there are many...

Research Links Steelhead Life Cycle to Salmon Abundance and Temperature
Result of a healthy pink population? Photo: Kyle Shea. As usual, we've got wild steelhead on the brain. We thought that might be the case for...

Swinging Flies – 3 Random Tips
Wait for it.. Photo: Nick Chambers. Its no secret that swinging flies on spey rods is one of our favorite ways to fish. We know that...

Nice Fish, Bill!
30 plus inches of Naknek resident rainbow trout. Photo: Dan Shed. A couple days ago we mentioned that we just wrapped up the last day of...