As important as choosing the right fly for the season and waters being fished may be, choosing the right fly fishing rods to match the line and bait can make or break a fly fishing trip. Fly fishing line is rated by weight with the lower numbers, zero, one and two designed for lightweight equipment […]
The first thing you need to learn about fly fishing is understanding how to set up your fly fishing rod and this must be learnt even before learning how to tie the flies, and also note that there are many different methods that are quite definitive in them when it comes to fly fishing. In […]
When considering cold mountain streams for fly fishing, North Carolina hot spots may seldom come to mind, but with its unique geographical location, the state offers some of the most diverse areas for angling with flies anywhere in the country. The Blue Ridge Mountains and along the Appalachian Trail offer some of the most active […]
Fly fisherman basically have two categories of fly fishing lines to choose from: double taper and lines known as weight forward. Tapered lines begin with a certain diameter then the diameter increases for a segment and then returns to the beginning diameter. They are generally easier to roll cast when compared to weight forward […]
One of the most important pieces of equipment that you are going to need for fly fishing is the fly fishing line. Fly fishing line is unlike any other type of fishing line in the world and it is important that you choose the right line in order to get the best results and have […]
Unless you have a friend or relative who is an accomplished fly fisherman, taking fly fishing lessons is a great way to learn the sport. Lessons are also helpful for fisherman who have some experience at fly fishing but want to elevate their abilities and learn new, useful techniques from the experts. Some of the […]
Using the right know when tying flies is an important part of the sport and can eliminate the frustration of losing flies and fish when an improperly tied knot comes loose. There a few fly fishing knots that are used for similar purposes, but the first one everyone should learn how to tie is used […]
No doubt, a beginner may think that fly fishing is simple, though a more advanced angler would tell them different because they would realize the numbers of challenges that will have to be faced in this particular activity. And, today, there are increasing numbers of boys and also girls as well as men and women […]
There are essentially three primary parts of anyone’s fly fishing gear for which few will compromise. Their pole, line and reel are as important to each fly fishing angler as hand tools are to a person who works with their hands. The fly fishing pole can range between six and 16-feet and they are made […]
Having the right fly fishing equipment is directly related to having a successful fishing trip and the equipment needed is often related to the type of fishing and the size of the fish being sought. The size of the fly rod and the weight of the line are the most important considerations when choosing the […]
