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How to straighten a curled up fly line

General

How to straighten a curled up fly line

Learn how to straighten a curled-up fly line with these simple steps. Avoid frustration and enjoy your fly fishing experience again!

On the road with your fly rod: transportation tips

Travel

On the road with your fly rod: transportation tips

Learn how to carry your fly rod safely and securely, from choosing the right gear to proper assembly and travel tips, ensuring its longevity.

The full guide to fly fishing from a kayak

General

The full guide to fly fishing from a kayak

Explore the exciting world of kayak fly fishing with our comprehensive guide, covering benefits, essential gear, techniques, and safety tips.

Fly fishing in the rain: a guide to wet-weather angling

General

Fly fishing in the rain: a guide to wet-weather angling

Fly fishing in the rain has some pros and cons, but it is very doable as long as you know the tips and tricks.

Fly fishing sunglasses: everything you need to know

Gear

Fly fishing sunglasses: everything you need to know

Fly fishing sunglasses not only help protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays, they'll also help you see fish in the water, making it easier to catch them.

Fly Fishing Southern Norway - Coastal Sea Trout

Travel

Fly Fishing Southern Norway - Coastal Sea Trout

Hooked on Fly Fishing (NL) and AnglerPilot together will take you on a sea trout fly fishing experience in a stunning Norwegian scenery!

Who was Lefty Kreh? A short history.

General

Who was Lefty Kreh? A short history.

We cover a short history of Lefty Kreh, who had a long and successful career in the world of fly fishing. His contributions to the sport have had a lasting impact.

Taking care of your gear after fly fishing the salt

Gear

Taking care of your gear after fly fishing the salt

Taking care of your fly fishing gear after a day of fishing in the salt is an important part of maintaining and preserving your equipment. These are our top tips.

Three all-round nymph patterns to tie (with videos)

Fly Tying

Three all-round nymph patterns to tie (with videos)

Nymphs are an essential part of any fly angler's fly box, and having a few go-to nymph patterns that can be used in a variety of situations can be very helpful.

Spey casting: history, gear and technique

Technique

Spey casting: history, gear and technique

Spey casting is a specialized form of fly fishing that involves using a two-handed rod. This technique is named after the River Spey in Scotland, where it was first developed in the 19th century.

The 4 most popular euro nymphing rods

Gear

The 4 most popular euro nymphing rods

Euronymphing become increasingly popular and as a result there ary many different euro nymphing rods on the market. We've listed the top 4.

How to choose your first fly rod: a beginner's guide

Getting Started

How to choose your first fly rod: a beginner's guide

Buying a fly rod can be intimidating, especially with the wide range of options available. In this article we will help you navigate the process of selecting and purchasing your first fly rod.

Fly fishing with poppers: everything you need to know

Flies

Fly fishing with poppers: everything you need to know

There is nothing quite as exciting as fly fishing with poppers. Seeing a fish come and inhale your popper off the surface is just awesome. The take is so aggressive that it will leave your knees shaking as you set the hook!

Tips for repairing your waders

Wading

Tips for repairing your waders

Waders are not immune to damage and will inevitably need some repairs at some point. Here are our tips for repairing your waders.

A list of the essential fly fishing accessories

Gear

A list of the essential fly fishing accessories

In this article, we’ll look at fourteen of the most commonly used fly fishing accessories and offer tips on why and how to use each one. Let’s accessorize!

Casting in strong wind

Technique

Casting in strong wind

Fly fishing on your favourite water in strong winds is challenging. But with a some tips and practice, it's something that you can master.

The two fly Setup

Technique

The two fly Setup

Fishing with two flies increases your chances of catching fish by letting you cover different parts of the water column

Euronymphing: what it is, how it works and the gear you need

Nymphing

Euronymphing: what it is, how it works and the gear you need

Take the casting out of fly fishing and what’s left sounds like it should be easy. So why is Euro nymphing one of the sport’s most challenging variations?

Fly fishing with woolly buggers

Flies

Fly fishing with woolly buggers

In the category of flies known as streamers, the Woolly Bugger reigns supreme. Its popularity comes from its versatility — it can be used to catch a wide range of species.

Tips for buying a second hand fly rod

Gear

Tips for buying a second hand fly rod

Not every purchase involves shiny new gear in well-lit stores. There’s a big secondary market out there. Here are our tips to navigate it.

Fly fishing knots: the top 5 you need to know

General

Fly fishing knots: the top 5 you need to know

There are five popular knots that you can use to securely connect your fly line, leader, tippet, and fly.

Fly lines: an overview of all types and when to use them

Gear

Fly lines: an overview of all types and when to use them

Fish are found at all depths, so you’ll eventually need a range of fly lines that can go with them. Here’s a guide to what you’re looking for.

Best flies for catching brown trout: a list of 14 flies

Flies

Best flies for catching brown trout: a list of 14 flies

Fly fishing for brown trout puts anglers in contact with one of the most beautiful fish on the planet. Here's a list of 14 flies that work best.

Top flies to fly fish for carp

Flies

Top flies to fly fish for carp

Fly fishing for carp is not easy, but the reward is worth the endeavour. These are the top flies when fly fishing for carp.

Fly Fishing England’s renowned chalk streams

Locations

Fly Fishing England’s renowned chalk streams

Mention ‘fly fishing’ to most English people and even for those who have never held a fly rod in their lives, a certain image will immediately come to mind.

The full guide to belly boat fly fishing

Technique

The full guide to belly boat fly fishing

Get aboard a belly boat and fly fishing becomes a sport for the arms, head, and legs. Here’s everything that you need to know to get started.

Barbed vs barbless flies

Flies

Barbed vs barbless flies

Barbed and barbless hooks are both used in fly fishing. Each hook type has its own advantages and disadvantages.

The History of Fly Fishing

General

The History of Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is a beloved angling method that has a rich history in cultures all around the world. Read all about the start and development of fly fishing.

Finding the right size for your wading boots

Wading

Finding the right size for your wading boots

Wading boots are essential for many fly fishers. How can you know which will keep your toes warm and dry or which ones won’t squish your toes?

What do people love about fly fishing?

General

What do people love about fly fishing?

For fly fishers it might be a weird question because it's so obvious. We asked around and these are all the things that people love about fly fishing.

The ultimate beginners guide to fly fishing

Getting Started

The ultimate beginners guide to fly fishing

Fly fishing takes more practice than other types of fishing, but anyone can learn it. If you're wondering about how to get started with fly fishing, read on!

Urban Fly: 6 tips for fly fishing in the city

Technique

Urban Fly: 6 tips for fly fishing in the city

Fly fishing in the city can be very rewarding, but it requires some preparation. We've compiled the top tips for urban fly fishing.