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RA Beattie Named Winner of the International Fly Fishing Film Festival for “The Silent Spotter”
The International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4), a curated collection of world-class films and cinematic storytelling from independent fly-fishing filmmakers from around the globe, is honored to announce RA Beattie, founder of Beattie Outdoor Productions and co-founder of Off the Grid Studios, as the winner of Audience Choice Award — Best Film in the 2025 […]
The Trout System
By Jeremy Davies All Photos © Frank Brassard If you look at the first trout system and compare it with the new collection of flies featured in the Summer 2025 issue, you’ll see an evolution and an improvement in the patterns. Every year, Jeremy Davies goes on the hunt for new materials — testing new […]
Turning Challenge Into Success: Deaf Guide’s Fly Design Goes Global
In today’s world, the news is often hard to look at. But every so often, a story comes along that feels like sunlight breaking through the clouds. The Silent Spotter, a new film making waves on the outdoor film festival circuit, is one of those. The Silent Spotter, a new film making waves on the […]
FFI’s FlyFest in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Fly Fishers International (FFI) is back with FlyFest 2025, happening September 26–27 at the Sheraton Airport Conference Center in Grand Rapids, MI. This in-person event is your chance to reconnect with fellow anglers, learn from the best instructors, and immerse yourself in all things fly fishing. Grand Rapids is right in the heart of the […]
Mastering the Art of Fly Casting: The Role of Wrist Movement
By Jeff Wagner When it comes to fly casting, the use of the wrist is often a contentious topic. Many envision an angler using only their wrist to whip the rod back and forth, resulting in wide, ineffective loops. While this is certainly an extreme example of poor casting, it does highlight a common misconception: […]
Abel Reels Launches Custom Blue Line TR Reel
Abel Reels is proud to introduce a customized extension of its popular Abel Blue Line TR as part of the Blue Lining Project—a collaborative initiative with Airflo, onWater, and Trout Unlimited. This limited-edition reel marks an industry first, integrating personalized river mapping with premium reel design. Anglers can now engrave the unique “blue lines” of […]
On the Bighorn: A Season of Growth and Connection
By Amber Payliss Excerpt from Fly Fusion, Volume 22, Issue 2 Fly fishing is all about timing. Aligning with the rhythms of the river, the seasons, and the subtle cues of the fish we pursue. Every fall, as the leaves turn gold and the air carries a crisp edge, a group of women gather on […]
Small Craft Sales Launches Online Buying and Selling Hub For “Little Floaters”
Small Craft Sales, a new online hub dedicated to small, specialty watercraft, is taking the headache out of buying and selling boats online. Designed for anglers, rafters, kayakers, wooden boat enthusiasts, and day cruisers, the platform offers a scam-free alternative to cluttered classifieds like Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace. Sell USED OR NEW boats. “Boat geeks […]
Product Highlight: G. Loomis IMX-PRO V2S
At G. Loomis, we build tools that enhance natural ability, boost effectiveness, and expand tactical opportunity. We do this for the dawn patrollers. The mid-day grinders. The last-light renegades. For those who make time on the water a top priority. Introducing IMX-PRO V2S, a continuation of our 40-year commitment to provide anglers with actions that […]
Editor’s Choice: Simms Flyweight Boots
I’ve got two primary goals when I fly fish. One is to catch fish, and the other is to catch fish in places where I’m all by myself. To achieve those goals, it’s not uncommon for me to hike long distances. When Fly Fusion HQ sent me the Simms Flyweight Boots to test out, it […]