Part III: The Basics of Fly Reels
So you have a basic understanding of fly fishing and a fly rod from Part I and II of our how to get started in fly fishing series. Now you need a reel.
Lessons learned While Learning to Row
Nearly 25 years ago, I had visions of being a fly-fishing guide. I went to the Western Rivers Guide School and did well. I could cast. I could read the water. I knew the bugs. I thought I had the curriculum wired.
Until I tried to row a drift boat.
Why the Length of Our Nymph Fishing Rod Matters.
One of the reasons our sport continually challenges us lies in its rapidly evolving nature. Not only does our gear and equipment change, but methods and techniques change a lot, too. And no area of our sport has changed more in recent years than nymph fishing.
"The Art of How to Present the Nymph"
You’ll catch more trout with the wrong fly and the right presentation than you will with the right fly but a poor presentation.
How to Use the Inverted Loop Cast for Those Heavy Flies
You don’t need to throw a wide loop when fishing weighted flies and lines. In fact, you’re more efficient if you don’t.
Five Tips for Fly Fishing Big Water
Five tips, Saftey first, Think small, Use a drift boat, Expand your skills, and The equipment.