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 …
Today’s podcast docket is relatively diverse: brown trout strains, multipurposing your hiking boots, and how our worldview impacts our pathway toward conservation. Yeah… there isn’t a lot of continuity there. However, all three of the messages I received regarding these issues were thoughtful and worth my time. I think that my interaction with all three …
The rise of a trout to a dry fly is perhaps one of the most quintessential moments in all fly fishing. A good cast, a proper drift, and a picturesque take all come together to create what many consider to be the pinnacle of trout fishing. You can achieve this with any old gear. But …
I am not an Euro Nymphing guru, and this is by no means a comprehensive treatment of the technique/gear/universe. So it is with trepidation that I wade into what is only meant to be a quick, initiatory overview of a topic that elicits very strong emotions. But you don’t need to have an emotional response …
It is easy to stay warm when you’re fishing in the winter. Layer, layer, layer. You can always add another pair of long underwear bottoms or an additional fleece top. This will keep your core toasty in the most brutal conditions. But the fact of the matter is that regardless of how warm you core …
This week on the podcast I interact with some questions that are the most common interactions I receive month after month, year after year. Fly line for small streams and fly fishing books are two things that I’m (relatively) passionate about. Consequently, I get feedback about both topics. I also talk about the (legitimate) passion …
Whether you are putting your fly rod away for the winter or you finally realize that your cork handle is what has been stinking up your truck’s cab, you should definitely take the time to clean your gear. Just like anything else, fly rods need maintenance. While they are not technical or complex by any …
We’ve all seen that guy: he’s got the entire Orvis catalog hanging from his vest. …okay, I’ve been that guy. Maybe you have too. In a lot of ways, fly fishing and other outdoor pursuits have shifted away from carrying more to taking a minimalist approach. It is a great thing. You can move lighter …
Outside of a rod, reel, line, and flies, there are only a few pieces of gear that deserve the designation essential. Sunglasses certainly fit the bill. If you think that polarized sunglasses are just for spotting fish, I’d like to walk you through a few more significant benefits. Also, I would like to advocate for …
