10 Great Fly Fishing Knots for Your Fly Fishing Repertoire
Fly fishing demands not only skill but also a deep understanding of the tools and techniques involved. One of the most crucial aspects of fly fishing is knot tying. Mastering...
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Alaska Will Change Forever: Go Now
Alaska, a land renowned for its wild, untouched landscapes and abundant wildlife, offers some of the most spectacular fly fishing experiences in the world. But with increasing popularity and looming...
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Unraveling the Allure of Fly Fishing: A Journey with Tanner Barbeau
Welcome to the Fly Fishing Insider Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of fly fishing. Hosted by Christian Bacasa, our podcast aims to share intriguing stories, valuable tips, and...
Sinking Fly Line: Get the Details
A sinking line gets your fly to the fish instead of asking a heavy fly to do it. Sink-tip versus full-sink, what the sink-rate numbers mean, and how to choose...
Grain Weights for Fly Lines
Sinking fly lines are designed to help anglers get their flies down to the desired depth in the water column. Unlike floating lines, which have a uniform density, sinking lines...
Fly Fishing Weights: Pros, Cons, and Applications
Fly fishing is a delicate art that requires the right balance of equipment, technique, and knowledge. One of the critical components of this balance is weight. I’ve mentioned it before...
Fly Fishing Style: Full-Contact, Partial-Contact and Non-Contact Fly Fishing
Fly fishing, has become popularized again. The first big run was around “A River Runs Through It,” and has recently hit a second long-stride with the COVID debacle we all...
16 Saltwater Fly Fishing Tips
For a ton of fly fishing anglers trout is where it starts. Some will progress and get into other species and then one day you will want to go saltwater...
How Continental Masses Affect Tides
Continental land masses can significantly affect tides and tidal ranges due to their size, shape, and position relative to the oceans. When you start thinking about the various characteristics of a...
Moon Phases and Their Effect on Tides
Moon phases drive the tides, and tides drive fish behavior. A plain-English look at how the lunar cycle changes when and where saltwater fish feed.
The Dangers of Tidal Swings in Fly Fishing
If you haven’t already read, Moon Phases and Their Effect on Tides, then I suggest you start there. Fly fishing often leads enthusiasts to some of the most serene and...
Tides: Things That Throw Off Tides
Tidal predictions are generally based on astronomical factors, primarily the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun. However, several local and environmental factors can cause actual tides to differ...
Fly Fishing Etiquette: Your Guide to Stream Swagger
Alright you are out on the river and the day is great in comes another angler and the yahoo has on every piece of Simms gear on the planet. Sadly,...
Denver Fly Fishing Show: What I Learned
The Denver Fly Fishing Show was hopping this year and full of great manufacturers that are gearing up for the next summer season. Three days of walking around, and chatting...
Triggerfish: Understanding the Species
Triggerfish are one of the most entertaining and infuriating fish on a coral flat. What they are, how they feed, and why they break so much tippet.
John Dietsch - More than a River Runs Through It: The Transformative Healing Power of Fly Fishing
Have you ever thought about the profound healing and spiritual aspects of fly fishing? Inspired by the intriguing episodes of the Fly Fishing Insider podcast hosted by Christian Bacasa. Join...
Stillwater Fly Fishing and Adventures of a Father and Daughter Duo: Exploring Generational Passions and Techniques in Fly Fishing
Dive into the world a father daughter stillwater duo in fly fishing with the Fly Fishing Insider Podcast, hosted by Christian Bacasa. The podcast features a diverse array of experiences,...
Green River, Utah: Winter Trip Report
In the heart of Utah's fly fishing dreams lives a float down the A section of Green River. Ignoring the weather reports I embarked on an unforgettable fly fishing trip...
Fly Tying for Everyone with Tim Cammisa
YouTuber, fly fishing instructor and well-known figure, Tim Cammisa, the mastermind behind Trout and Feather, as he shares his enriching experiences in fly fishing and fly tying. From his adventures...
Winter Fly Fishing: Not Just Another Essential Tips and Strategies Blog for a Fruitful Season
Winter, often overlooked by many, is a fantastic season for fly fishing. It brings unique challenges and opportunities for anglers who dare to brave the cold. The serene, almost solitary...
Carp on the Fly with Odom Wu and His Journey: From Laos to Fly Fishing Mastery
The Fly Fishing Insider Podcast, hosted by Christian Bacasa, brings forward a myriad of stories that go beyond the act of fishing itself. In a recent episode, Odom Wu's story...