Having the best trout flies available is critical to ensuring fishing success. What constitutes the best flies for trout? Beyond affordability (some flies are outrageously expensive,) a successful fly has three...
Fly Fishing
Maricel Indong
The Most Effective Flies to Use for Tarpon Fishing
For most anglers, tarpon fishing is at or near the top of their bucket list. Hooking into and landing even one tarpon can highlight an entire lifetime of fishing. Using lures to catch tarpon is a thrill, to be...
Rocco Smith
Best Tippet Line for Fly Fishing
Tippet connects the end of your fly line or leader to the actual fly when fly fishing. Tippet is important for fly fishing, as it presents your fly to the fish you’re trying to catch. Fly fishing tippet is an essential...
Brian
Pennsylvania Fly Hatch Chart
This Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Hatch Chart is a collection of dry fly hatches for many Pennsylvania Streams. Dates of the hatches are approximations and can change from year to year. The best way of knowing what is...
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Fly Tying Kit
Want to learn how to tie your own flies for fly fishing? Tying flies is easy and less expensive than buying them each time you go fishing. First, you’ll need a fly tying kit with all the proper tools though! Fly...
Best Fly Fishing Brands on the Market
Fly fishing is a popular worldwide pastime. The United States has a particular affinity for it, which has led to the wide availability of angling products across the country. Some are produced elsewhere and imported...
Rocco Smith
Best Fly Fishing Kayaks
Fly fishing from a kayak can be one of the most satisfying, back-to-nature ways to catch fish. But like most things in life, your chances of doing it well depend on having the right equipment. You wouldn’t fix a fly you...
The Best Fly Rod and Reel Combos
Your fly rod and reel are the most important pieces of equipment, so if you’re serious about fly fishing, you’ll want the best. Whether you’re new to fly fishing or you’re a seasoned pro looking for new gear, there are...
13 Best Fly Fishing Rivers in Montana
Trout fishing is one of the most popular freshwater angling activities in Montana. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there are plenty of locations to fly fish for trout throughout the state. There are so many...
Use These Fly Rods for Saltwater Fishing
Saltwater fly fishing requires gear that is safe from saltwater damage. Salt can corrode many quality fly rods and reels, which is why it’s important to make sure your equipment is saltwater safe before taking it out to...
Warm, Dry Waders Every Fly Fisherman Should Wear
When fly fishing, getting into the water is not always necessary. However, it can be beneficial to be up close and personal. You also won’t risk the fly getting tangled in the trees, so it’s important to...
Fly Fishing the Little Juniata River in Central PA
The Little Juniata River is a 35 mile tributary of the Juniata River that begins near Altoona in Central PA. The “Little J” is a remarkable trout river and one of the biggest reasons I fell in love with fly...
5 Best Kids Fly Rods and Reels
Fly fishing can be a fun activity for the whole family. If you’re an avid fly angler, you probably can’t wait to get the little ones out on the water with you. Luckily, there are a few options when it comes to...
Our Picks for Best Fly Fishing Reels
Pull in an amazing catch this fishing season with one of the best fly reels! If you’re going fishing, a rod and reel are the most fundamental pieces of equipment you’ll need. The reel especially is one of the more...
Top-Rated Fly Rods Every Fly Fisherman Will Love
As spring approaches, fly fishers everywhere prepare their gear. If you’re in need of a new fly fishing rod this season, you’re in luck. As technology advances and manufacturers recalibrate gear, fly rods get better and...
Top 10 Must Have Fly Fishing Sling Packs
When you are 30 feet from the shoreline and you need to change flies, its best to have all your tackle in one easy to access place. This is where a fly fishing sling pack comes in handy. Similar to fishing vests, you...
Best Fly Fishing Gear: Essential Gear for Fly Fishing
A successful fly fishing excursion starts with the right gear. From fly rods to vests and everything in between, these are the essentials you’ll need to start fly fishing. Choosing the best fly fishing gear can be...
