March 26, 2024 update – this film is now available for streaming on Netflix and is #1 in movies today. If you think I should rewatch it and re-review it let me know in the comments! (On this long weekend to mark Veterans Day, we give a shout out to all who have served. This blog
Tying the Golden Doodle Jig Streamer
I wanted to write up a quick post about tying one of my own concoctions that I call the Golden Doodle. I came up with this idea a couple of years ago but in the last year and a half I’ve really refined it and come up with a solid recipe that has put
Tightline Fishing the Past Month
The last month has had it’s ups and downs as far as my fishing journey has been concerned. Most of my favorite trout spots have been stocked and fishing decently. October is an interesting time because you’ve got lots of freshly stocked fish that get hammered by anglers and become quickly educated. Fluctuating temps can
Gear Review: Diamondback Ideal Nymph Rods
There’s a new sheriff in town for Euronymphing rods, and it’s Diamondback. I’ve been fishing their 1-wt. and 2-wt. extensively the past few weeks, and I am completely sold. I reached out to rod designer Joe Goodspeed after hearing many, many people say the Ideal Nymph rods that he designed were unique and offered incredible