There are a lot of ways to store waders and boots in the back of your car. Some prioritize accessibility, while others cater to ventilation. There are many approaches to getting in to and out of your waders and boots. All of the good ones protect your gear, but most leave you with a wet …
Forceps or pliers should be found on every angler on the water. They cut line, crimp barbs, adjust split shot, untangle knots, tighten knots… and release fish. It is a plus that you can get functional forceps for under $5. I’ve owned plenty of $5 forceps over the years, and many of them have served …
The Lid Rig is a stainless steel nipper that uses magnets to attach to any appropriate surface. Opposing magnets also pop the jaws open, eliminating the need for a spring. The sharp, precision aligned jaws will cut through monofilament, fluorocarbon, and even braided backing. The Lid Rig retails for $74.95. Understandably, that last bit of …
I like to think of Casting Across as a platform that gets you to do something. That isn’t meant in some kind of manipulative or creepy sense. I just don’t envision you reading my writing and listening to my podcasting as ends unto themselves. They’re meant to be a step unto something else. I want …
Fly fishing gear is a big part of Casting Across. I’ve always enjoyed the aesthetics, the marketing, and, most importantly, the function of fly fishing gear. Consequently, I’ll review new products on the site from time to time. But appreciating fly fishing gear shouldn’t only be about the latest model or newest technology. The things …
The vast majority of the time, the bulk of your flies will be in a fly box. Fly boxes not only allow you to carry hundreds of patterns with you as you fish, they keep your flies organized and dry. But we all need some place to quickly stash and access a fly or six. …
Fly fishing gear is a big part of Casting Across. I’ve always enjoyed the aesthetics, the marketing, and, most importantly, the function of fly fishing gear. Consequently, I’ll review new products on the site from time to time. But appreciating fly fishing gear shouldn’t only be about the latest model or newest technology. The things …
There are some truly incredible fly rods on the market today. Modern technology, industry competition, and demanding anglers have pushed the envelope on what can be done with graphite and fiberglass. 12-weights perform while maintaining all-day comfort. Multi-piece pack rods cast beautifully. Across the board, fly fishers have access to some great tools across the …
Whether they contain classic short stories, pages of fly diagrams, or detailed descriptions of where to find trout, fly fishing books have been a part of the culture for centuries. As long as anglers have been angling, they have returned from the water to put thoughts down on paper. For five years, I’ve enjoyed sharing …
There are days when I leave my car in the morning and don’t see it again until I’m ready to call it quits. Those are good, long days of fly fishing. Just as frequently, I’ll fish a little bit here and then head over there to fish that hole. Maybe I’ll leave the river to …
