Something in here’s gotta work. Compared to most in the bonefishing world, the flies that we like to fish on South Andros tend to be an unusual combination of big and light. For anglers wanting to load up a fly box before their trip, that can make it a little hard to buy commercially available…
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Gear
Buffs – Merino Wool
Cozy, not crazy. We’ve told you before that we like Buffs, because they keep the sun off, they keep the bugs off, and they’re cozy when it’s cold out. Buff has just come out with a new version of their headwear product that’s specifically targeted at that last scenario – cozy when it’s cold out.The…
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Sage 7136-4 Z-Axis Review – The Perfect Summer Steelhead Rod
Take it pretty much anywhere. If you fish for summer steelhead anywhere in or near the Pacific Northwest, the Sage 7136-4 Z-Axis is a rod that you pretty much need to have in your arsenal. The 13’6″ length is extremely versatile and blends easy all-day casting (because it’s not too long) with the ability to…
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Bonefish Leaders – What To Use In The Bahamas
Rod, reel, line, leader…all equally important. OK, you’re headed to the Bahamas this month to chase bonefish. You’ve got your rod and your reel and your line all ready to go. How should you handle your leader? Here’s how you should handle your leader. First of all, remember that bonefish in places like South Andros…
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Trash Goes In The Cooler: Universal Fly Fishing Tips
It’s more than just a fly sorting bench. Photo: Cameron Miller Today we continue our mini-series on the truths of fly fishing – tips, rules and guidelines that apply to fly fishing all over the world. Over the years, fly fishing guides have built up knowledge on not only the many technical aspects of fishing,…
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Sage Typhoon Waist Pack Review
Roomy, submersible pocket, easy to access. We first got a look at the new Sage lineup of Typhoon bags at Fly Fishing Retailer in Denver this year. They looked pretty darned interesting so we decided to test them out in the field and let you know what we think!We’ve had a few sessions so far…
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Tom Larimer’s Steelhead Rig
Tom likes steelhead. Photo: SteelheadBum.com Tom Larimer has guided for more than a decade in the Great Lakes, Alaska and Oregon. He currently owns and operates Larimer Outfitters, one of the premier guide services in the Northwest. He also happens to like fishing on the Kanektok and the Dean. In addition to his hosted week…
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The Arolik Bus
The most-photographed yellow bus in the lower Kuskokwim. Photo: Cameron Miller Guests at Alaska West have the opportunity to book fishing days on the Arolik River, which is a really awesome experience for a whole bunch of reasons. Accessing the Arolik involves taking a short bus ride through the village of Quinhagak and down the…
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Chris Price’s All-Around Trout Rig
Chris knows his trout. Photo: Trevor Covich Pretty much anywhere in the world where people fish for trout, there are three primary methods – using dry flies, using nymphs and using streamers. The ideal gear for each method varies somewhat, and on any given day on any given stream, all three techniques may work. So…
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Alaska Silver Salmon Flies – 5 Favorites
Got one. Photo: Cameron Miller The period from late July through early September at Alaska West is just one big mess of silver salmon mayhem. At this time of year the leopard rainbows, dollies and other salmon species in the Kanektok make room in already crowded waters, because they know as well as we do…
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