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Apr 2022 - All - Editorial, videos, user submitted content
Apr 2022 - All - Editorial, videos, user submitted content
RS2
The RS2 is a fly that is so simple yet works so well. Its one of those flies that is in a league of its own and there really isn't much that can replace it for given situations.
Sleekit Streamer
Sleekit. [Scots] Adjective:
(1) sly or cunning.
(2) having a glossy skin.The fashion industry generates many new materials to meet the demands of its consumers. Some of these developments get repur...
See how to tie it here
Five more things you don't need in fly tying!
Wait, there are things you DON'T need to tie flies?!? Here are the links mentioned in the video: 5 things you DO need for fly tying: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCCgQlzOI10
Elk Hair Caddis
Elk Hair Caddis are one of those flies that have been around for a long time, yet still are some of the best dry flies you could fish with. They are a classic pattern that just seems to work.
Brúnka
Here we will be tying the fly Brúnka by master fly designer Jón Sigurðsson. This is one of Jón's best flies and totally worth it to keep few in your box.
Dagbjört
Here we will be tying the fly Dagbjört by my mentor in fly fishing and fly casting mr. Jón Sigurðsson.
Brassie
Here we will be tying the fly Brassie, Brass, Brassi, Brazz? The fly is a great option for both stream and lake fishing.
Black Zulu
Here we will be tying the famous wet fly Black Zulu. The Zulu flies are originally from the UK and they are among the very best wet fly patterns ever made in history of fly tying and fly fishing.
Craigie´s Killer Variant
The original Craigie´s Killer was designed by Craig McDonald and utilises a full jig body to get down really deep in the river.
Crazy Charlie
The Crazy Charlie is originally a fly for targeting bonefish - developed on Andros Island in 1977 in the Bahamas by local bonefish guide Charlie Smith and popularized by San Francisco angler Bob Nauhe
GG Muddler
US flytyer Gunnar Brammer's nice little Soft Hackle Muddler is the inspiration behind this Grumpy Grizzly Muddler.
The Life of a Fly
A summer of fly fishing poppers in a smallmouth bass creek. Follow Rob as he fishes this wadeable Upstate New York stream in different locations, showing that there are a lot of fly fishing opportuni...
A talk with Bob Clouser
An interview with Bob Clouser, takling about his new signature hook with Ahrex Hooks, the SA 210. A hour with Bob Clouser, “that fly” and his life and career in fly fishing.
Easy Piecy Pike Fly
Fishing for pike and other predators has gained a large popularity, and we sure understand why - the take of an agressive pike is breathtaking, and the fish often has a decent size.
Dun Parachute
Dutch tyer Jan De Haas ties his version of a Dun Parachute.
Dry flies have one thing in common – they all float. Some float because they are tied of buoyant materials (foam hoppers for instance), som...
Chartreuse ESL shrimp
Hey folks, Made another tutorial ready for you, as I’ve tested the ESL shrimp during Easter vacation. This chartreuse ESL shrimp performed well and caught a few sea trout on it.
Frances Black | Ívar's Fly Workshop
Here we'll be tying the popular salmon fly, Red Frances. Red and black Frances is widely used around the globe for salmon fishing and has been one of the most popular flies in Iceland for catching the...
Greenwell’s Glory
The Greenwell's Glory is a very old pattern. Its origin story dates to 1854 in Durham County England where William Greenwell came up empty handed after a day of fishing but captured a dun that he bel...
Adams
The Adams Catskill style dry fly is one of the most, if not the most popular dry fly ever created. Just about every freshwater fly shop in America has them for sale.
Bonefish Bahamas
Fly Fishing DIY Success. Another successful trip with GFFI and an awesome group in the books! This is just part 1 of a 2 part series following our adventures in the Bahamas fly fishing for bonefish!
The Golden Comet
The Comet is like the flashy twin of the Boss. Check out our video on the Boss right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7ttKe2htsM&t=5s
Glass Spider
Fly tying and fishing a simple but effective pattern. A partridge hackle tied against a jig-off glass bead gives the impression of an air bubble at the head of a hatching insect with unfolding legs an...
The Water’s Violin
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Poem by Jed Feffer
Greensboro, Vermont
April, 2021
The Water’s Violin
The grass is unmowed and swaying;
The currents of the river are clouded in bugs.
In hand y...
Read it here
Cutties Crushing Big Dry Flies
Episode 4 - A lighthearted story of a father and son exploring the backcountry in pursuit of cutthroat trout and pure adventure!
Fly Tying Organization
We welcome SPECIAL GUEST Landon Mayer and he shares some of his best tips to stay ORGANIZED when tying flies! Purchase Landon's new book "Guide Flies" here: https://amzn.to/3HdgldO
Silky Scud
Alternative to a dubbed Scud or Gammarus pattern, which could also cover small freshwater shrimp. Colour the body to your choice. Sizes 12-16.
Peace to Ukraine
This video is my personal contribution to show solidarity with the nation of Ukraine and the people who have had to flee their country due to Russia's illegal invasion of the country on 24th February
Golden Olive Dynamite Harry
The Original Dressing of the Dynamite Harry was tyed by Jorgen Danielsson of Sweden... Materials Used; Hook, Fulling Mill Czech Nymph/Emerger size 16 Thread, Uni-8/0 Olive Dun
Greenwell
This is a fun old school dry fly. For a professional tying of the fly watch this video by Robert Smith https://youtu.be/i63YwtrHOwo
Rewards of Braving the Cold!
Episode 3 Winter Fly Fishing Buffet - We all love fly fishing in the Summer, but for those who don't mind the cold find that Winter has some AMAZING opportunities for the fly fisher.
Killer
Here we will be tying the fly Killer by Þór Nielsen. Mr. Nielsen was and Icelandic angler who designed many great trout patterns trough out his career as an angler.
Black Ghost
Here we will be tying the fly Black Ghost with feather wing. The Black ghost is suppose to imitate sand eel, a small fish that lives in the ocean and is sought after by larger fish.
Is Fly Tying Worth it?
Simple question: Is fly tying worth it?!? Into fly tying? Order my NEW FLY TYING book: http://www.troutandfeather.com/new-products/fly-tying-for-everyone-book Videos referenced:
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