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Steelhead Flies: Modern ‘Spins’ on Classic Patterns

The Lady Caroline tied traditionally (top) and 'improved' using modern materials (bottom). Photos: Stuart Foxall. We recently received a great request from one of our readers...

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How to Tie the GP Intruder – Featuring the Ultra Rig (Video)

Yes, please.. Photo: Portland Fly Shop screenshot. A while back we shared a video of fly tying great, Jerry French, giving the finer points of his...

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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...

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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...

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Hareline Ripple Ice Fiber – Why We Like It

Good stuff.. Photos: Kyle Shea. Every now and then a fly tying material hits the market that seems to make waves amongst our guide staff of...

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Aqua Flies Intruder Eyes

Finally.. Photo: Kyle Shea. When it comes to commercial spey/swing style fly patterns (i.e. those that you can pick up at your local fly shop), one...

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Cole Cook’s ‘Big Poppa’ – Tying Instructions

Cole Cook's "Big Poppa." Photos: Cole Leishman. Silver season is fast approaching (ahem, we may or may not have already seen a few) and we're currently...

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Fly Tying Tip: Scruff Your Dubbing

No dubbing loop needed. Photos: Stuart Foxall. We just finished up a great couple weeks at Alaska West with our good friend, professional fly designer/tyer, and...

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