All-inclusive is good. There are plenty of situations where making one decision is preferable to making a handful of decisions. Add in the fact that all-inclusive usually means you’re getting a deal along the way, and it is definitely a route worth pursuing. When shopping for fly fishing gear, rod and reel kits are a …
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 is a lot that you can do at The Fly Fishing Show. Seminars, classes, and other educational opportunities are worth the price of admission. Booking trips or getting ideas for the upcoming season is a great way to kick start the year. But let’s be honest: looking at gear is one of the best …
I got accused of something! Well, maybe not. And if it is, it isn’t particularly accusatory. But it is a disagreement about fly fishing gear. So, I address it. I also talk about how and why I create the podcast that I do. The last topic on the episode has to do with all the …
No – not that kind of record. While you are more than welcome to try to catch the largest fish in a particular line class, I’m talking about record-keeping. What kind of records, you ask? Well, I have four that I discuss on this episode of the podcast. Whether you have a fancy Moleskine journal …
I used to have regular stuff and fishing stuff. There was a hard line of demarcation that was basically drawn by where a certain article of clothing or piece of gear came from. Orvis and Cabela’s stuff was fishing stuff. Eddie Bauer and Target stuff was regular stuff. Then one day I realized that my …
In the fly fishing community, the consensus on wading gear is waders and boots. Find breathable waders that fit and pair them with a good pair of boots that fit too. This way, you not only stay dry: you stay comfortable and can move safely. For the vast majority of anglers across a wide variety …
A little can go a long way. When it comes to your fly fishing gear, taking a couple of hours can keep your equipment functioning well and actually improve your time on the water. In this episode, I quickly run through six things that you can do to take care of your gear and get …
Since February of 2017, the Vedavoo Beast Sling has been my go-to pack for fly fishing. Other gear storage options enter into the picture when I’m wading deep in the salt or moving quickly in the mountains, but the Beast functions as a flexible and all-purpose pack that fits into nearly every other fishing scenario. …
How much can you say about wading boots? Well, at least 20 minutes. I’ve long maintained that wading boots are one of the pieces of gear that deserve your hard earned money. They keep you comfortable and they keep you upright. Or, they keep you fishing. In today’s episode I talk about some things to …
