The Backstage Pass

The reality of choosing a fly fishing pack in modern times is that we are spoilt for choice. Much like walking into the cereal aisle at a big-box grocery store, there are almost too many varieties on offer. Chances are if you are an experienced angler, you have tried all of them, or recognize...

There is something to be said about having confidence in a leader, rod, or fly, and it absolutely can impact your success rate. If you are worrying about the knot you tied, your fly selection, or your leader strength when fighting a fish, you are no long focusing on the task at hand.

As far as saltwater species go, bonefish are a strong contender for the perfect game fish. Firstly, they are found in beautiful places around the world, from The Bahamas to the Indo-Pacific, bonefish are found in warm-water, scenic fisheries. They are also a challenge: most often targeted in shallow-water scenarios, their tails giving...

This article will look at 13 of the world's most popular, reliable permit flies for use around the world and regional considerations for planning your fly box.  

There are few, if any, insects more synonymous with fly fishing for trout than the blue-winged olive (BWO). From coast to coast of North America's expansive trout country, the blue-winged olive is generally one of the most common and predictable hatches of each year.

It is no industry secret that fly fishing with streamers is one of the most effective means of targeting large, sometimes landing that fish of a lifetime. Big fish demand more calories, and while they are absolutely still feeding on insect life, a trout fry, sculpin, or crayfish represent a steak dinner for...