The last thing you want is your essential gear to get wet.
The Strange Addiction of Salmon Fishing
There is hardly a species that’s harder to catch on a fly rod than Atlantic salmon.
The 2020 Guide to Fly Fishing Vests
Many fly anglers consider a fly fishing vest a crucial piece of equipment. Here is why and what you should consider.
Small Stream Fly Fishing – Kleiner Kamp
Natural flowing waters have a magical attraction. Whether fast flowing or quietly rippling. Both make you calm in a special way.
Lake Trout Fishing: A Tough Nut to Crack
Is there anything more frustrating and fascinating at the same time than trying to catch a lake trout at my home water? I doubt it…
Building a Fiberglass Fly Rod on your own
I have been a fly fisher for more than a decade now. A few years back the thought of building my own tackle crossed my mind for the first time.
The Fascination of Multi Spawning Salmon
After four generations of study we have learned and documented a lot about the extraordinary life of the Atlantic Salmon.
Washington Fly Fishing: Wolf Country
Last fall I hiked into two lakes at the end of a long dusty road in a remote wilderness in Eastern Washington.
Review 2020: Patagonia Swiftcurrent Expedition Waders
With the Swiftcurrent line, Patagonia adds a new top tier to its waders. Here is our verdict.
Fly Fishing Bass: A Passion for Life
It was the year 1981 when I had my first fly fishing experiences with trout and chub. Things changed when I discovered (black) bass on the fly in 1984. I fell in love immediately.
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Finding Silence in Dynamism
I woke up just before my 5 am alarm and jumped in the shower. The night was spent dancing on the surface of sleeping, dreaming and waking.
Fabrizio Gajardoni – Fly Tying Fervor
Fabrizio Gajardoni is one of the most respected fly tiers in Europe. We met him in Italy to talk about salmon flies and his one of a kind artistic creations.
Carp flies: a tasty bread pattern
Fly fishing carp has become increasingly popular since the species is found in many habitats. Rainer Ballin provides a step-by-step for one of the best carp flies.
Fishing Camp – Looking for Kamloops Trout
Log cabins, woodsmoke and Kamloops trout go together. I visited a rustic fishing camp in the British Columbia interior twice this summer.
Fishing Pliers – What to look for
Fishing pliers are one of the most important tools when hitting the water. They can remove a hook, cut a line or even the shank of a hook. Here is what you should look for.
The 2020 Guide to Polarized Fly Fishing Sunglasses
Fly fishing sunglasses – one of the most important items when hitting the water. We share opinions on why you should invest in a good pair of polarized sunglasses.
Review: A Season with Patagonia’s Danner Boots
Wading boots are like ski boots. You only know what’s possible once you’ve tried the best. Say hello to the Patagonia Danner Boots.
The Top 5 Fly Fishing Knots you Need to Know
There are few things more important in fly fishing than strong knots. We show you how to tie five of the most important ones.
Edoardo Scapin – Bamboo Rods Made in Italy
Scapin builds some of the finest bamboo fly rods in Europe. We visited him in Padova, Italy, to talk about how he got started and a special kind of rod he makes.
Fishing in Portugal: Sea bass on a Fly in the Algarve
The Algarve in the South of Portugal is known as one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations.
How Can Aquaculture Become Sustainable?
Aquaculture, sometimes referred to as fish farming is not historically known for its sustainability.
Big Trout at Night – Vampire Hours
The alarm jangled the last fits of sleep, dancing on already excited nerves, which didn’t really need much waking up at 4am believe it or not.