One of the best parts about fly fishing and writing for this blog has been the great people I’ve met. One of them is UpCountry’s Torrey Collins, who is an incredible Euronymphing angler. Great news. He is offering a free one-hour clinic, 2/3/18, 10 am. If you’re interested in learning more about the technique, I’d
Category: Euronymphing
How to Start Euronymphing
Are there cheap and easy ways to start Euronymphing? Absolutely. In this post, I’ll share a few options. Blog reader Nate posted a comment in a prior post with some great questions about how to start tightlining (thread of comments here). So, in case it is helpful, I’ve put down my response below. I’m very
Gear Review: Thomas and Thomas ‘Contact’ Nymphing Rod
THE SUMMARY The Thomas and Thomas 11’3″ #3 Contact now is my favorite tightlining fly rod. BACKGROUND Zach St. Amand told me that the new Thomas and Thomas “Contact” is his new favorite. I then started seeing more mentions about it on social media. Unfortunately, no fly shops near me stock it. So, I contacted
Stoneflies on Jig Hooks
Pat’s Legs on jig hook. Via @tightlineproductions. #flytying #barbless #euronymphing #flyfishing A post shared by BlogFlyFish (@blogflyfish) on Apr 16, 2017 at 9:08am PDT I’m a big fan of stonefly patterns. If the fish don’t sense you’re near, I find that a sizeable morsel like a Pat’s Legs is something trout almost cannot refuse. I
