Danielsson Flyreels of Sweden is pleased to announce the introduction of their new “Pro-Staff” program! If you are a fly fishing guide, casting instructor, lodge owner or industry professional~we want to hear from you!
The Traveler Rod Case is designed to be a light-weight carry-on. It is rugged yet sleek
The ground-breaking large arbor fly reels designed and manufactured by Danielsson Innovation, and sold worldwide for more than 20 years, are changing their name. They are now Danielsson Fly Reels, but they’re still the same winning products.
As a youth I spent most of my summers fishing for smallmouth bass in rock-strewn shallow water flats. Some of my favourite moments were from those times when there wasn’t a breeze in the air and the sun was high allowing an angler such as me the chance to get a look at what was […]
After trying, without success, to pry O’Reilly’s test Damon Raquette from his hand, I am sure I hear Mr. O mutter "from my cold dead hands!" As I stood in the background jumping up and down screaming "my turn my turn!!"
It was my turn to check out a Damon fly rod. Not only was […]
Griffin Enterprises has recently introduced what they consider to be their best vise, the Montana Mongoose. A full rotary vise, and a real departure from the rest of their line.
Construction and material choices all seem to make good sense with this vise. A 3-1/2 lb. powder-coated steel base, […]
September Fly Fishing Hatch Chart
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Hollander sent over the P50 serial # 017 with the large arbor spool, and one traditional spool. Sized for 5, 6 and 7 wt. lines.
For the full size image, click here.
Thanks to Dan Jackson (DanJ) for that great shot of the reel!
This reel is a shining example of master craftsmanship. Top of the line in […]
J.Roland Rods 7′6″ 3/4 wt. Little Bushkill
Appropriately named the Little Bushkill, it is a perfect small stream rod with enough backbone to handle the unexpected brutes you hope to run into.
I thought this would be a great rod setup for the Credit and the like. I was right. Handling the dries with pinpoint accuracy and […]
Getting into medium to large water nymph fly fishing might call for different tactics. Here are few ideas on how to get the nymph fly down fast using split shot….
Rod, in my opinion, should be a 9′ 5 or 6 wt outfit.
Image shows a simple split shot setup. It works, but when your split […]
Vosseler Pro-Flyfishing DC4 Series Fly Reel Review
Here we go,
Vosseler fly reels
Description: Model DC4
Colour: Titanium
Line Weight: WF 7/8 +100 (Standard Spool WF 8/10 + 50m.) 179gr.
On The Eye’s: Very Easy!
I showed this Vosseler reel off a bit, everyone said the same thing, "Beauty!" Followed shortly by, "Where did you get that?!" I have to agree, It […]
St. Croix 7′9″ Legend Ultra 3 wt.
Looking for a top of the line rod, perfect for small rivers & streams, light dry fly presentations, at a great price? Look no further!
St. Croix nailed it here.
After playing around with 9′ 4 and 5wts on the Grand, then switching to the St. Croix 7′ 9" Legend […]
You found a good looking run…
Some might say a run this fast can’t hold the big browns and they’ll look for something slower. Don’t! These big guys are in here, and when they hit in this fast water, you better be ready! One quick turn down stream and he will be at your feet in […]
Abel Super 2 Fly Reel
In a market flooded with less-expensive options, the Abel Super 2 answers the question; "How good can a fly reel possibly be?"
Built without compromise, Abel reels have established themselves as a premium reel maker. Their mission statement sums it up; "to design and build the best, most dependable gear […]
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Fly Fishing Information, Tips & Tricks. Our Techniques Information Section Will Look At Fish Identification, Knot Tying And Much More…
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Dedicated to the art of flyfishing HipWader.com has evolved into the “go to” site for anglers world wide. A vast database of fishing & tying related information for novice & professional fly fishers alike. Our destination articles and river reports are perfect to help you plan your next trip. Add in a […]
Harris Solitude II Fly Reel Review
They say it’s the guides choice. I now know why.
This is a tank of a reel, bulletproof. I mean that in a good way. This is a solid piece of equipment that will see the user breakdown long before it will.
I had the pleasure of using the Solitude II all […]
Sage TCR Review (Technical Casting Rod) 4 pc 5wt
It took me a few days to get used to it, ok, maybe a week.
Sage TCR FLy Rod
I did let several others try a few swings and everyone who tested it said the same thing, "Wow! I have never felt anything like this before."
If you are […]
Looking at the caddis and mayfly life cycle in detail.
MAYFLY
After spending most of its life under water as a nymph (fig. 1), a mayfly swims to the surface to hatch. During the swim-up (emerger) stage (fig.2). The emerger hatches into a dun (fig.3) which, while on the surface is a primary food source for trout. […]
Tippet/ Fly-Size Chart
Tippet Diameter
Tippet Size
Pound Test*
Fly Size
.003
8x
1.2
24,26,28
.004
7x
2
20,22,24,26
.005
6x
3
16,18,20,22
.006
5x
4
14,16,18
.007
4x
5
12,14,16
.008
3x
6
10,12,14
.009
2x
7
6,8,10
.010
1x
8.5
2,4,6
.011
0x
10
1/0,2,4
.012
x1
12
2/0,1/0,2
.013
x2
14
3/0,2/0,1/0,2
.014
x3
16
5/0,4/0,3/0,2/0
.015
x4
18
6/0,5/0,4/0,3/0
*Tippets of the same diameter may vary in strength depending upon the brand of monofilament
A Fly Fishing Leader Formula Chart
Leader Length & Size
Line
Size
Fly
Sizes
Pound
Test
Tied […]
Collection of commonly used fly fishing knots
The Arbor knot, backing to reel.
The Blood knot, great for joining those leaders!
Improved Clinch knot,
Perfection Loop,
Nail knot,
Leader to fly line,
None slip knot,
The Lamiglas Esprit Concept Fly Rod Review
The workmanship and quality in every detail impress me every time I take this beauty out of the case. It’s a pleasure to hold in your hand, so light yet with incredible strength and power even beyond what you would expect in a rod of this quality.
I must […]
A great tool for tying a whip knot when you are using a hackle guard and great for getting under the hackle on small dry flies.
More difficult to use than the Matarelli style whip finisher, the Thompson will take a few days (or weeks) to get the hang of.
Hook the thread between the fly and […]
I decided to try and make the twined leader, and gave it a shot over the weekend. A few test runs (knots) and I was pumping out these beauties.
Sunday I was out in the schoolyard testing my new leader in the snow, man do they roll beautifully!
I built the leader board out of ½” ply […]
There are three main styles of whip finishers.
The Matarelli whip finisher, Thompson whip finisher and your fingers.
If your flies unravel, usually due to a bad knot tied on the finished fly, you might want to try using this tool.
Much easier to use than the Thompson and after a few test knots you should be well […]
Here are some popular fly fishing knots for leaders, backing etc..
The Arbor knot, backing to reel
The Blood knot, great for joining those leaders!
Improved Clinch knot,
Perfection Loop,
Nail knot,
Leader to fly line,
None slip knot,
Info on Leader Formulas
Tippet Size to Fly-Size Chart…….
The shape of the line determines the fly line’s performance. The shape/taper determines how energy is transmitted during casting.
Changing the length and diameter of the fly line, we change the performance characteristics for specific types of fly fishing and casting….
Line tip: The front end of the line, equally thin over its length, this is […]
The shape of the line determines the fly line’s performance. The shape/taper of a fly line determines how energy is transmitted during casting.
Changing the length and diameter of the fly line, we change the performance characteristics for specific types of fly fishing and casting….
Line tip: The front end of the line, equally thin over […]