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Jun 27, 2025 · It's main use is going to be for dry fly fishing, on small streams. I may fish it occasionally on medium rivers, ( 25 ft width estimate). I do use terrestrials, humpy trumpy's kill on a local creek. …

Apr 24, 2024 · Hi everyone, I recently moved back to Skagit Valley and am excited to delve into fly fishing. I'm quite new to this and would appreciate any tips on good spots for beginners. Currently, I …

Mar 9, 2025 · Mr. Walter Babb is well known in eastern Tennessee for all things fly fishing. A craftsmen in fly tying and rod building , he was inducted into the Southern Fly Fishing Hall of Fame class on …

Aug 23, 2020 · Having been a passionate fly tyer and deer hunter for the best part of my life, It became a natural progression for me to embrace the material these animals have provided me with over the …

May 5, 2024 · At the end of the day any boat is a compromise. That being said, I just got a new Kodiak with the Fly Fishing Show discount to replace my 20+ year old Water Master with the updated Kodiak …

Dec 6, 2023 · Am looking for a good 2 weight rod to occasionally fish. Would welcome any recommendations or leads on a good purchase. Prefer locking real seat.

Nov 4, 2009 · Greetings. I am in the market for a good fast action 8 wt. salmon/steelhead rod and am considering a closeout Xi2. I know this rod was really popular a couple years ago, and wondered if it …

Nov 28, 2020 · Another good reference is a booklet called "Fundamental Concepts of Bamboo Fly Rod Design," published by Tom Fulk, an Anacortes rod maker. I've used a variation of Tom's "Tru-Arc" …

Mar 28, 2013 · I was asked for a fly fishing tip and thought some on here might find it useful. Rigging Your Droppers Here are three different ways to tie on the two-fly setup. This works for two nymphs, a …