When you are new to fly fishing, every “problem” tends to look like a nail — because the only tool in your belt is a hammer. Fly casting is a game of subtleties, and when it comes to the actual ...

Slowing down is a simple tip but not always easy to do. Here is a drill to help you engrain the habit of "less is more" into your casting stroke to give you a better fly cast. Learning to cast a fly ...

The Basics of Fly Fishing Presentation • Casting: For most trout fishing scenarios, you won't have to make a long, booming cast. What is more important is your ability to make accurate, and clean, ...

A good fly reel will last a lifetime and help bring countless fish to hand. Fly fishing at its most basic level is just another technique for catching fish. On a deeper level, it’s both a blood sport ...

When I started fly fishing for trout, I was told to focus on making short, accurate casts. I think it was good advice, for the most part. On many trout rivers, the ability to cast a fly 40 feet is all ...