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Jun 27, 2025 · At $69.95 per line they're a bargain in today's fly line world. As to the line handling bigger dry flies: leader length and taper are more likely to determine how the fly turns over on a river 25' …

Aug 23, 2020 · Having been a passionate fly tyer and deer hunter for the best part of my life, It became a natural progression for me to embrace the material these animals have provided me with over the …

Dec 12, 2024 · The WA Dept Fish & Wildlife website says: "This trophy fly-fishing only, catch-and-release-only lake has a boat launch, but use of motors is prohibited. Fishing opportunities include …

Mar 5, 2021 · This question is for those people that build bamboo fly rods. I would like to try my had at building a bamboo fly rod from a clum of bamboo. I only want to build one rod (at this time) and can't …

Nov 28, 2020 · Another good reference is a booklet called "Fundamental Concepts of Bamboo Fly Rod Design," published by Tom Fulk, an Anacortes rod maker. I've used a variation of Tom's "Tru-Arc" …

Nov 4, 2009 · Greetings. I am in the market for a good fast action 8 wt. salmon/steelhead rod and am considering a closeout Xi2. I know this rod was really popular a couple years ago, and wondered if it …

Mar 19, 2009 · I was going to add a section of mono to a friend's line, for attaching leaders to. What diameter of material would you recommend for a 5 wt line? And on a similar theme, what diameter of …

Mar 28, 2013 · I was asked for a fly fishing tip and thought some on here might find it useful. Rigging Your Droppers Here are three different ways to tie on the two-fly setup. This works for two nymphs, a …

Feb 23, 2025 · A Redington was the first fly rod I bought, and now i own 3. Additionally i have a pair of their waders, which i absolutely love for the durability and value. I cant speak highly enough for their …