It’s cool when somebody who knows fishing and knows science can tell you in detail about the critters you love. Alaska West’s own Jordan Sly dishes today on our leopard rainbow trout. This is a good one! What Makes Alaskan Trout Different Living in Washington among a large population of steelhead anglers I often get…
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Join Us at IFTD
Today’s message is for those of you who are part of the fly fishing industry – for everybody out there that’s a ‘pure angler’, pass it on to your friends in the industry, please! We’ll be at the International Fly Tackle Dealer show in Las Vegas this July 9 – 12, and we’d love to…
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‘First Fish’ Story Winner
Congratulations to Warwick Sommer from Australia – he’s the winner of our Tell Us About Your First Fish contest! We loved Warwick’s story because he’s a newcomer to the sport who’s got the bug bad, he painted the picture of a day with a friend beautifully, his first fish came at the 11th hour, and…
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Top 10 Posts on Flies
We all spend lots of time obsessing over those furry / feathery / flashy baubles at the end of our leaders. Today we present to you our 10 posts about flies that have been viewed the most over the past year. Enjoy! Top 10 Posts on Flies 5 Favorite Bonefish Flies for South Andros Island….
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Wouldn’t Change a Thing
On foot, blue sky, bent rod. We’ll take it. More on Bonefishing at Andros South Get in Touch to Learn More Which Rods to Bring How to Choose a Fly
Polarized Glasses: Double Up!
Longtime contributor and friend Bill Lenehan sent us a great, let’s just say ‘unconventional’, tip for flats fishing that he picked up from Andy Mill. Double Up! Here is a tip that will increase your ability to see fish on the flats at greater distances and see each fish more clearly. Wear two pairs of polarized sunglasses…
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Practicing Before Your Trip
This is not the first time we’ve run a post about why and how to practice casting before your trip. That’s because we think it’s a great idea to … practice your casting before your trip. Today’s guest post comes from the Steve and the folks at Fly Fishing Lessons tv. Thanks, gentlemen. Make sure…
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Go Make Babies
Bill Lenehan says bon voyage to a very fine specimen at Alaska West. More on King Salmon at Alaska West A Few Prime Spots Open for 2013 King Rig Roundup They’re Not As Deep As You Think
3 Ways to Save Money on Fishing Gear
Although it may seem like we’re always trying to talk you out of your money, that’s really not our (only) goal in life. To prove it, today we offer you three ways you can save money on your fishing gear! Ways to Save Money on Fishing Gear Always label a fly line the instant you…
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Nuggets of Truth – Take a Break
Here’s a great piece of advice from Jordan Sly, explained through two stories. Read and relax. Take a Break! I was out fishing the other day when I came across a guy fishing a run that was my destination. Oh well, I decided to just watch him fish through it, I feel you can always…
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