New & Noteworthy | Orvis Bugout Backpack
Fly-fishing packs have taken a number of forms over the years, starting with vests, then transitioning to backpacks, chest packs, hip packs, and sling packs. We can say pretty confidently we haven’t seen a pack like this come along in a while. From a host of innovative features to standard Orvis-quality construction, the Bugout Backpack […]
New & Noteworthy | Scientific Anglers Absolute Tippet Supreme
Fluorocarbon is an interesting material. For starters, it’s nearly invisible under water, it has a higher abrasion-resistance than monofilament, and also sinks faster than mono. While that doesn’t make it ideal for dry-fly fishing, many anglers use it on small dry flies. That being said, fluorocarbon is an absolute must for nymphing or throwing streamers, […]
Miami Vise | Lucas Utrera
Lucas Utrera is a fly tyer born in Córdoba, Argentina, currently residing in Miami, USA. He started fly tying in 1996 at the early age of 12. He dabbled in commercial tying for some year, but later dedicated most of his time to tying special flies for collectors and participating in competitions. He is currently a member of the Ahrex, Gulff and Semperfli Pro Team. Add […]
The Heavy Hitter Sow Bug | Erik Svendson
Hook: Stealth Hook C Series sizes 8-14 Thread: Semperfli Waxed Thread 8/0 Red Body: Semperfli waxed thread ribbed with tan ostrich barbules Bead: Tungsten beads (4) X 3/32 oz and (2) X 1/8 oz Resin: Semperfli No Tack UV Resin Tied by Erik Svendsen @SvendDiesel
Purple Wet | Irene Vucko
Purple Wet Fly recipe: Tag: Silver TinselTail: Golden Pheasant Tippet, Dyed PurpleBody: Charcoal FlossRib: Silver TinselCollar: Purple HackleWing: Black Fox, with 2 strands of flashCollar: Black Hen HackleCheeks: Jungle Cock over Starling Follow @speygirl today!
Bio Bot | Jake Vanderweyden
Hook – Firehole Sticks 516 #14-16 Bead – 3mm Slotted Tungsten Thread – Olive UTC 70D Tail – Coq De Leon Med Pardo Body – Olive Hareline Turkey Biot Rib – Olive UTC Ultra Wire Thorax/Collar – Natural CDC/Hares Ear Tied by Jake Vanderweyden (@theflyfiend) Featured in “Best Ties for Summer Flies” in the Summer […]
Pretzel Caddis | Jake Vanderweyden
Hook – Firehole Sticks 315 #14-16 Bead – 3MM Round Tungsten Thread – UTC 70D Black Body – UTC Ultra Wire Chartreuse & Green Thorax – Natural Rabbit Dubbing / Ice Dub Black Peacock Fly Tied by Jake Vanderweyden Check out all 6 patterns of Jake’s Spring Arsenal in Volume 17, Issue 2 – grab a […]
Reece’s Stepchild Stone | Bob Reece
by Bob Reece When discussions surrounding stoneflies arise, images of gargantuan invertebrates come to mind. The large end of the plecopteran spectrum does play a role in the annual feeding cycle of trout. However, the more petite species and developmental stages of stoneflies should not be overlooked. As nymphs grow, they shed their exoskeletons. These […]
New & Noteworthy | Yeti Trailhead Chair
Let’s be honest. Does anyone truly need a $300 camp chair? No. But, as always with Yeti, the Trailhead Camp Chair is another example of the company taking a simple product, over-engineering it to the max, and coming out with something that looks great, performs very well, and will stand the test of time. Falling […]
Best Ties for Summer Flies | Simple Summer Nymphs
If you haven’t already picked up a copy of the Summer issue, now is the time to do it! This “Fly Tying Triple-Header” covers off the Pro’s top recommendations for dries, terrestrials and nymphs to use this season. The five patterns below are Jake Vanderweyden’s (@theflyfiend) picks, complete with recipes for you tying pleasure!
LL’s Perdigon Torch | Landon Lacroix
LL’s Perdigon Torch Hook: Daiichi 4647 Size 16 Bead: MFC Slotted Tungsten Lucent Bead-Orange Thread: Uni 6/0w-Doc Blue Tail: Calftail-Orange Body: Veniard Stripped Quill-Orange UV: Solarez Bone Dry Wingcase: Solarez Thick/Hard and Solarez UV Fly Finish-Black Featured in “End of the Line” in the Summer 2021 issue of Fly Fusion
The Hog
Some fly-fishing trips to pristine rivers can transport anglers to a place of serenity. The IF4 Original film The Hog does not highlight one of those trips. Featuring April Vokey and Marc Crapo, the two are about as different as trout and carp, but circumstances force them to meet at a remote lodge in Northern […]