Over the past two weeks we have covered different styles of nymphing, first we discussed the Right Angle or Level Lining, while last week we went over the Drop Shot setup. Today we are going to review some of the benefits that come with nymph fishing without an indicator. This is one of my favorite…
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RIO’s “How To” Video on Selecting a Sink Tip
Our friends at RIO products put together a great video going over selecting a sink tip and how to correctly match it with the type of fishing you will be doing. Brand Manager Simon Gawesworth is a fantastic teacher and is very passionate about the subject. He begins explaining the specs behind Rio’s various available…
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Success From Last Year’s “Day For Bristol Bay”
We wanted to extend a big thank you to everyone who contributed to last August’s “Day For Bristol Bay.” The event was arranged by the American Fly Fishing Trade Association (AFFTA) as a collective effort between manufacturers, guides, and lodges to help raise money to defend Bristol Bay. As a result of the day, over…
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Good Article To Share
I recently read an article that was published a million years ago in 2010 but the message seemed as relevant and time sensitive as ever. The article was written by Robert MacDougall-Davis and featured in an online journal called The Ecologist. It is titled, “Fishing and the environment: why the two are inextricably linked.” I…
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A Flashback to our Most Viewed Post of All Time
When looking at the metrics for our blog, there is one post that has far and above more views than any other one. It was written by Deneki alumni Kyle Shea in 2014 discussing the debates of Monofilament vs Fluorocarbon. Still a relevant topic, we wanted to re-share Kyle’s wisdom below! “While fluorocarbon leader and…
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Timeless Tips // Jigging Your Streamer
Steamer fishing is one of the most popular methods to target large trout in the fall. As the temperatures cool, there are still plenty of opportunities to fish a streamer, you just have to change up your technique. As the water temps cool, the fish’s metabolism slows down but they will still be willing to…
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5 Reasons Why Closing Week at AK West is the Best
Earlier this year we did a post from Alaska West alumni Zac Cassil on why the opening week at AK West was his favorite. When you have a fishery like the Kanektok River outside your front door, there really is no bad part of the season to be there. Our good friend and regular guest,…
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Timeless Tips // Land Your Flies Softly
In saltwater fly fishing, many articles are written about casting. Topics such as adding distance to your cast, casting accuracy, or quickly shooting line out with minimal backcasts are all covered in great detail, but I’d argue being able to softly land your fly on the water without a big “splat” is as important of…
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Karin Miller’s RCL Trip Report
Last week we posted an interview with Zen Fly Fishing Gear owner Karin Miller. This week we wanted to share with you her trip report from her August stay at Rapids Camp Lodge. Take it away Karin! “I’ve just recently returned from another incredible Alaskan adventure and I have to say, the novelty and excitement…
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Timeless Tips // Anticipate Your Mend!
Often when you are nymphing a pool, you may not notice but you are mending in almost the exact same spot on every one of your drifts. Typically, this is once your flies are out, directly in front of you. One thing I try and encourage my clients to do is to get their mend…
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