Fly fishing is not just about casting technique and fly selection; your fly fishing gear and apparatus play a vital role in your success. Among your essential tools, the fly fishing reel is a critical component. But does fly reel size really matter? Let’s explore this question in detail. Line Capacity: The Importance of Spool
When people look at a skilled fly fishing angler they are usually amazed at how they are able to manipulate the fly line into tight loops and cast flies across a stretch of water to feeding fish. Most are put off learning the sport for fear of it being too hard to learn, others are
Drowning is the worst fear anglers have but it still happens and many have attributed this to the type of gear the victim had on, which could or couldn’t have been the primary cause. Literally, waders don’t cause drowning. How you wear them, their condition, and how you handle yourself in such a dire situation
As a novice desperate to learn the sport fast, there is so much to learn from fly fishing gear and apparel to casting techniques and safety measures on the water. Let’s be honest: Some questions or thoughts might sound obsolete until you are tied in the very situation. Learning fly fishing will have you starting
Anglers love to be in their gear when fly fishing because they understand their purpose. The sport is like any other and requires the right footwear for comfort and performance, otherwise, wearing something different from the norm could easily shift your day from what was to be fruitful to nasty in a split second. And,
There are various types of waders in today’s market but fly fishing ones are cut and made differently to suit their purpose. Fly fishing waders are a crucial part of an angler’s gear kit and for the investment, we expect faithful service from them. So, how long should fly fishing waders last? Quality fly fishing
Should we blame the English language for some of the problems or complaints anglers have? This question struck me as a definition issue and we’ll address it today. Now, should wading boots be tight? No, wading boots should never be tight at any point. Instead, they should have a snug fit; and for context, the
Neoprene waders were the real deal ages before Gore-Tex and breathable options hit the market. Does that mean that they are nonexistent today? No! There is a bunch of anglers who swear by this material and own several pairs either bought or handed down by their elders. While wearing them, should neoprene waders be tight?
Cliché as it may sound but fishing is one of the most relaxing and fulfilling pastimes. Some anglers even bring their kids along on their weekend fishing trips, and although there were surely times when they failed to catch anything, it always proved to be a worthwhile effort. Even when the kids get older, they
Everlasting life isn’t a characteristic of waders no matter how much they are raved about by manufacturers. You’ll have to toss them at some point in your angling years. Maybe because you can’t patch them anymore or the fabric is beginning to lose functionality because of ‘old age’. What can you do with old waders?
