Fly fishing is a specific type of fishing and therefore requires a specific type of tackle. But to those who are new to fishing may ask “what is it?” and what is the difference between them? The general idea of the difference is that different fish can be caught because of the different tools used. [...]
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Continue ReadingWhen it comes to regular fishing practices, there is almost no one in the world that does not know the basics. However when it comes to the art of fly fishing, generations upon generations have found the basics to have eluded them. As a result of the new found fly fishing boom, there are plenty [...]
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Continue ReadingIf you have heard of fly-fishing and you do not know what it is, it is a style angling that has a history tracing back to the ancient times. Fly fishing has a big difference from the fishing style we are used today which uses a reel and a rod, the fly-fisherman goes into the [...]
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Continue ReadingSelecting the first fly-fishing outfit is the most difficult step once you have decided to participate in fly-fishing. Five essential items make up a fishing outfit. They are the line, rod, leader, reel and the fly. It is essential that each item of the outfit works in an efficient manner and is comfortable for your [...]
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Continue ReadingFly-fishing has gained a great popularity over the years as a relaxing sport. The thrill of luring the fish, catching it and having it for lunch or dinner or simply the soothing sounds of running water in a stream have made fly fishing an experience to remember, for the young and the old alike. The [...]
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Continue ReadingThe sport of fly fishing has been around for years and years. In medieval times, anglers fished for food, but the sport has evolved over the years to become a real test of skills. Anyone who has become involved in the sport of fly fishing knows how addictive in can be – but in a [...]
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Continue ReadingOf all the different fly fishing techniques, nymph fishing is probably the most difficult. Because fly fishing nymphs are extremely small, both beginners and pros alike have a bit of trouble with this fishing technique. However, knowing how to use fly fishing nymphs is extremely important when trout fishing, as trouts feed mostly on insects [...]
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Continue ReadingA quiet morning, a small moving stream and the fish are biting. If this sounds like something you dream about, you are a fly fisherman at heart. So for those of you that are new to the sport, here is a little fly fishing guide to get you started. Even some of you fly fishing [...]
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Continue ReadingUp until a few years ago, I had no desire to compete in a fly fishing competition. “Why would I want to stress myself out doing something that I enjoy and that releases my stress?” I asked myself. I enjoy wading down a river, casting to trout sipping dry flies off the surface, or watching [...]
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Continue ReadingThe term dry fly fishing is used because the line and the flies float. However, there are lines and flies used for wet fly fishing too. The line is made from a polyamide monofilament substance. Dry fly fishing will allow the angler to be able to see the fish as it strikes the fly. Ninety [...]
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