Tom Meier calls it "fly fishing at its simplest." "It just involves a rod, a line and a fly - no reel," he said. "As for the fly, the Japanese masters only use one pattern. I'm working on that." Meier ...

To the uninitiated, choosing the right type of fly fishing line can be rather daunting. Unlike conventional rods and reels, which rely on the weight of the lure or rig to cast effectively, a fly rod ...

The world of fly fishing is vast and varied, boasting an array of equipment designed to meet the needs of anglers at every skill level. Among the diverse selection of fly rods, the 3 weight fly rod ...

In the order of importance, I feel that the fly line comes in second only to the fly rod. The fly line is an extremely important piece of equipment that often gets overlooked and abused. A great fly ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

Six highly detailed fishing rod icons with reels and two baits Fishing and active hobby. Fishing fly rod with fishing line. Fish biting a lure. Fly fishing on bait on the lake or river. Fishing and ...

An expert guide breaks down the best fishing rod and reel setups for every environment, from mountain streams to the surf.

Did you know that a switch fly rod offers the versatility of both single-handed and two-handed casting techniques? It’s like having the best of both worlds in one sleek fishing tool. With this hybrid ...

FLY fishermen who live handy to New England’s tidal waters are lucky, for when mayfly hatches dwindle on their favorite trout streams they can fill the hot-weather gap of July and August with the ...