It feels like only yesterday that fly rod companies were advertising every new offering as FAST. Rods for trout, striper, and everything in between touted quicker action that produced longer casts with greater accuracy. Of course, there are always trade-offs. For many models, this meant reduced sensitivity and feel. Still, some builders produced some quick-action …
Outside of your terminal fly fishing gear, footwear might be one of the most important things you’ll purchase. You could make the argument that whatever you’re walking, wading, and standing in for hours on end is more important than a lot of what is in your fishing vest. Over the past five years I’ve been …
I know. I talk about light fly rods a lot on Casting Across. Part of the reason is because I really, really enjoy them. And the other part is because some of you still need to learn that they are really, really enjoyable. In all seriousness, in today’s podcast I talk about the versatility of …
For all their distractions and hindrances, smartphones can really improve your outdoor experience. Getting an email from work or a robo-call while on the water is certainly obnoxious. Still, locating a trail, identifying an insect, and photographing the beauty of nature are all great uses for the ubiquitous pocket technology. And everything we do, we …
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 …
Fly fishers appreciate the little things that makes their time on the water easier. This means things that aren’t over-engineered, over-complicated, and over-priced. The magnetic fly patches from Magnet-ique easily meet this little and simple criteria. Since 2019, a pair of British fly fishers have been making these little and simple tools in the UK. …
Like a lot of you, I have quite a few fly rods. There is certainly wisdom in having the right tool for the job. Different weights and lengths allow you to accomplish different tasks. For each of us, there is a point where we decide to add another arrow to the quiver. Admittedly, sometimes that …
Upon zippered waders for the first time, I’m sure that I’m not the only person who had the following thought: “Are these just to make going to the bathroom easier?” I had other thoughts that accompanied this mature observation. First of all, premium waders come with a premium price tag. Any upgrade adds to that …
I think that you should find the best fly box that you possibly can. Why? First, the difference between any random fly box and the best fly box is probably less than $20. That seems like a pretty reasonable cost for convenience. Second, fit and organization matter. If a box is always falling out of …
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 …
