General
Published: 3rd of January 2023 • Last updated: 30th of December 2022
Shop unique, high quality flies tied by independent fly tyers.
Lefty Kreh was a legendary figure in the world of fly fishing. Born in 1925, he spent most of his life dedicated to the sport, and his contributions to the industry have had a lasting impact that continues to be felt today.
Lefty Kreh was born in Maryland and spent much of his childhood fishing in the Chesapeake Bay. He learned to tie flies at a young age and quickly developed a passion for the sport. After serving in World War II, he returned home and began working as a newspaper reporter. It was during this time that he began to focus more on fly fishing and started writing articles about the sport for various publications.
Kreh quickly gained a reputation as one of the leading experts in the field, and he became a popular speaker at fishing conferences. He also started teaching fly fishing classes and guiding trips, sharing his knowledge and expertise with others.
One of the things that made Lefty Kreh such a respected figure in the world of fly fishing was his innovative approach to the sport. He was always looking for ways to improve techniques and equipment, and he was constantly experimenting with new methods and approaches.
One his big and long lasting contributions was inventing the Lefty Deceiver fly. He invented the this fly in the late 1950s as a streamer that would be easy to cast in wind, and would not wrap around the bend of the hook. It's a fly that you can use to fish for almost any large predatory fish, both in fresh- and saltwater.
Kreh was also a pioneer in the development of modern fly fishing equipment. He worked closely with manufacturers to design rods, reels, and other gear that was better suited to the needs of fly fishermen. His contributions helped to make fly fishing more accessible and enjoyable for people of all skill levels.
Lefty Kreh had a long and successful career in the world of fly fishing, and his contributions to the sport have had a lasting impact. He was a respected authority on the subject and was widely admired for his knowledge and expertise.
Even after his death in 2018, Kreh's influence on the sport is still felt today. His dozens of books and hundreds of articles continue to be widely read and his teachings are still followed by fly fishermen all over the world.
In conclusion, he was a true pioneer in the world of fly fishing. His innovative approach to the sport and his commitment to sharing his knowledge with others have had a lasting impact that continues to be felt today.
This is just a short summary of Lefty and his impact on fly fishing. If you're interested in reading and seeing more, just browse for his name or find books that he has written.
Or have a look at this nice short movie:
Run by fly fishers and completely free!
Create accountFly Tying
Explore Maarten's innovative fly tying tools: wing burners, extended body pins, and unique sightplate, for crafting realistic, eco-friendly artificial wings.
Technique
Techniques, safety, and gear for a very effective and fun way to fly fish, as well as enjoy nature to its fullest.
Gear
Learn about different fly fishing landing nets, their material, mesh and when to use them.
Fish
Get a good understanding of where trout are most likely to be found in streams and rivers.
Locations
Read up on the distinct fly fishing experiences of New Zealand's North and South Islands.
General
The science behind fly fishing grips and their link to injuries. Learn the difference between thumb-on-top and index-finger-on-top techniques.
All these locations are curated by local fly fishers. Wether they're guides or hobbyists, they're all experienced so you'll get the best information straight from the source.
France 🇫🇷
A stunning small stream with brown trout for the lower aftma classes
Stream
Brown Trout
United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Scotland's largest salmon river
River
Atlantic Salmon
New Zealand 🇳🇿
Sight fishing in clear mountain rivers and streams
Stream
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
France 🇫🇷
Serenity and trout between the cows
Stream
Brown Trout
Sea Trout
New Zealand 🇳🇿
Big trout in a big river
River
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
New Zealand 🇳🇿
Immersive sight fishing against a picturesque backdrop
River
Stream
Brown Trout
Perch
Rainbow Trout
Switzerland 🇨🇭
Pike and perch on lake Gruyère
Lake
Perch
Pike
Switzerland 🇨🇭
Fly fish the unique Cherry-Salmon Breed on the fly
Lake
Arctic Char
Grayling
Rainbow Trout
Austria 🇦🇹
18km of river among beautiful mountains
Stream
Brook trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout
In the Boutique you can shop unique, high quality flies tied by independent fly tyers.
Jesse Harju
€ 9.99
FlyToTie
€ 2.50
Jurassic Streamerz
€ 4.00
The Fly Tying Guy
Available in a set
Sander Zuidinga
Available in a set
FlyToTie
€ 2.50
FlyToTie
€ 2.50
Mika Lehtinen
€ 15.00
Hooked on Fly Fishing
€ 8.95
Run by fly fishers and completely free!
Create accountDiscover different fish species. Learn about their habitat, feeding patterns, the flies that work best, and more.
Learn fly fishing knots. All knots are clearly illustrated with step by step instructions.
The study of insects. An entomology library focussed on the information relevant to fly fishing.
With an account you make suggestions, keep track of the rods you own, save favorites, stay up-to-date on the latest knowledge and much more.
FlyFish Circle is run by fly fishing enthusiasts and is completely free!
Already have an account? Log in here.
I just wanted to let you know that FlyFish Circle is built and maintained by fly fishing enthusiasts. And that's why it's free.
Consider creating an account to join our community. You don't necessarily have to contribute, but this helps us in understanding what to build next for fly fishers around the world.
Joost
Founder of FlyFish Circle
Already have an account? Log in here.
Save favorite species, flies, locations, countries and articles from the library.
FlyFish Circle is run by fly fishing enthusiasts and is completely free!
Already have an account? Log in here.
You need a free FlyFish Circle account to shop in the Boutique. This makes the shopping experience better and safer both for you and the fly tyers that you purchase from.
Already have an account? Log in here.
Make FlyFish Circle better for all fly fishers by suggesting an update. We process these regularly and will always get back to you once we've made changes.
You always buy from one fly tyer at a time
When you add a fly or set to your cart, you buy from the fly tyer who tied it. Add as many flies as you like from this fly tyer.
You can not add flies from multiple tyers, because else you would have to pay shipping cost for each one, making your shipping cost very high.
Estimated delivery time is shown in the shopping cart
Some sets and flies can be in stock, others might be tied to order. The item that takes the longest will determine the total time your order will take.
The estimated time your order will take is always shown in the shopping cart before you check out.
Thanks for supporting an independent fly tyer!
Catching your next fish on a fly tied by an individual fly tyer is a unique experience. You can be sure that the flies you buy are tied with care and attention to detail.
You need a free FlyFish Circle account to shop in the Boutique. This makes the shopping experience better and safer both for you and the fly tyers that you purchase from.
Create an accountAlready have an account? Log in here.
Fill you fly box with unique, high quality flies tied by independent fly tyers.
Visit the Boutique