The Nail knot is arguably one of the most famous ( or infamous) knots in the world of fishing. Per its namesake, the nail knot was initially tied with an actual nail. Over the years, the nail has been replaced with a modified and designed into a convenient, compact, and versatile tool, making it much…
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Gear
Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Short
Being comfortable can make all the difference between a good or bad outdoor experience. Everybody talks about the importance of keeping your body’s core warm in cold conditions. Underlayer clothing is designed to keep your “core” warm in colder temperatures. Last checked, your tushie and thighs are a part of your core, and a lot…
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Fall Fishing in Alaska or The Bahamas
Termination dust is on the mountains and the opportunities for big Rainbow Trout are upon us. Thing is…if you aren’t comfortable out on the water, you’re gonna be off your game, and we’re not just talking about the cold. The same goes for The Bahamas. No matter where you’re fishing. the right gear makes for…
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Gear Review: GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4
If you haven’t noticed, we are fans of the GLoomis IMX Pro ShortSpey rods. You can read a review we did here about the 71111-4. One of our team members recently had the opportunity to demo the GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4, and it did not disappoint. Here is the Setup: Rod: GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4…
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Deneki Chronicles: Monofilament or Fluorocarbon?
Mono or fluoro? That’s the question. Since the inception of the fluorocarbon line, one of the most asked questions about fly fishing is monofilament or fluorocarbon? The best answer…it depends. We realize that is not the answer some of you want to hear. With that, below are some things to consider when you have to…
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All About Trout
We love trout in Alaska. There are a plethora of methods, strategies, and flies, and to catch these beautiful fish and lucky for you, we have compiled a list of timeless tips, advice, gear, and things to consider while fishing for Rainbow Trout. Click the All About Trout link or any of the photos for…
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Gear Review: Sage Click & Pawl Reel
There’s something to be said for a fly rod/reel combination that is extremely lightweight. A lightweight setup magnifies the intensity when you stick a fish. With rods getting lighter and stronger, you need a reel that is also lightweight not to negate the weight factor and maximize the fishing experience. The Sage Click & Pawl…
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Gear Review: Yeti Panga
If you’re in the outdoor industry and have never heard of Yeti, you’re outside living under a rock. Coolers, drinkware, bags, chairs, cool gear for your pet, and even a bucket with accessories, Yeti has made a name for itself as a premier brand in the outdoor industry by being #builtforthewild. There are hundreds of…
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Stuart Foxall: The Vise I Use to Tie Flies
Fly tying guru, Spey angler extraordinaire and overall great bloke, we asked Stuart Foxall, what kind of vise he uses and this is what he gave us. Please Click Here to view on YouTube. Other Videos from Deneki: Deneki Outdoors Family of Lodges Tying Nail Knots without a Nail Knot Tool Popper Fishing for Silver…
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Rapids Camp Lodge: Fly, Float, Fish.
One of the best things about the fishing experience at Rapids Camp Lodge is not only the variety of fish you can catch but also how you fish. You can jet upstream the Naknek River, fly over, and fish the Nushagak River, a swinger’s paradise. Or you can fly out to the many hike-in locations…
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