On the Swift, really, smaller is better. At least if midges are the fly of choice. Believe it or not, I caught 90% of my Swift trout without using fly smaller than size 24, but just last year I began experimenting with 28-32 sized flies. And I wish I had done it earlier, because I
Author: Jo Tango
Three Helpful Online Resources
If you’re keen on learning pretty advanced techniques and hearing about the latest gear, you may want to visit three online forums. Many competitive fly fishermen and many regular anglers contribute their thoughts. The web sites also allow you to post questions you may have. So, consider visiting Trout Legend, Trout Predator, and Innovative Fly
‘Vertical Drag’ and the Swift River
With my favorite freestones subject to the August heat and occasional dearth of rain, I continue to focus on the Swift. I continue to find that the fishing is increasingly challenging each time. Flies that worked well in the past now are getting refused. Trout are becoming less concentrated in particular spots: they’re spreading out
Fishing for Pike in Alaska
(NortheasternFlyFishingPerspective.Blogspot.com) I’ve never fished for pike. I’ve never fished in Alaska. After reading a Richard Strolis’ recent blog post, I want to do both. 40″ pike? Catching dozens a day? Sign me up.