There are two general methods to casting a fly: single hand and two hand. The latter is commonly called Spey casting.
There are two general methods to casting a fly: single hand and two hand. The latter is commonly called Spey casting.
When I tried to buy my first fly rod, the salesperson bombarded me with jargon about rod weight and length, line types, leader taper, tippet material, and casting techniques.
Trout fly selection can be a challenge, particularly during times when insects are less active, follow these strategies to stay on the fish.
If you can properly read and understand the water of a river or stream, you are going to have a distinct advantage.
During the years I taught fly casting, I noticed a common trait among learners. Most had a difficult time tracking a straight line with their arm outside their body. My simple test of this ability…
Most people scoff at carp. Then again, most people have never caught one. To catch them on a fly is one of fishing’s greatest challenges.
I always try to exercise caution and good judgment when I’m wading. Here are a few tips I’ve picked up along the way.