I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving. I know that this year is an oddity in many ways, one requiring change and adaptation. One personal area of change for me has been this: I’m just not buying that much new fishing gear. Part of it could be that I’m up to seven trout fly rods
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Video Review: ‘Adaptive Fly Fishing’ with Lance Egan and Devin Olsen
We’re very happy to welcome back to the team Damon Matus, who had to focus on an important family matter. Great to see you again, Big D! Devin Olsen, Lance Egan, and Gilbert Rowley recently released their third tutorial film, Adaptive Fly Fishing – Strategies for Diverse Water Types (trailer). As in their previous films, the
Gear Review: Orvis Safe Passage Chip Pack and Daypack
On some fishing days, I’ve been leaving behind my William Joseph Confluence chest pack. Instead, I’ve opted for something smaller and lighter: the Orvis Safe Passage Chip Pack. It comes with neck and waist straps, so that you can wear it as either a small chest or hip pack. I can fit everything I need
Joe Drake’s 2019 Gear and Gift Guide
This year, I have made a point to try out a couple new things in the fly-fishing world: a couple new techniques, a couple new books, a couple new places, and most importantly, a bit of new kit. Hear are some items I’d recommend. RODS Unfortunately, part of my new kit was a direct
