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The Drift: Get Ready For Dead Trout

It's past mid-October, which means that in many areas in the country, the brown trout spawn is in full swing. The fish are digging...

A Little Rain, a Lot of Big Brook’s: Fall in the High Alpine

A note from @jc_outdoors16 https://www.instagram.com/p/DeiJhdyAIl1/ Timing is key when fishing high alpine lakes in the fall. This trip started off with sunny skies and schools of...

Orvis Battenkill Disc Reel: A Long Haul Review

The Long Haul reviews are designed to help anglers answer the most pressing question about gear - sure, it looks nice in the fly...

Sight Fishing a Big Fall Brown

A note from @chrisboundens https://www.instagram.com/p/DeIYqkxzmAF/ "Jordan Vanderkelen (@jrdn87) and I spotted this brown from way up on the bank on a bright, clear day. We watched...

How and Why You Should Drift Streamers In Early Autumn

How, when, and where to dead drift streamers for more trophy trout.

Hardy Releases New Tactus, Firecrest Fly Rods

Hardy has released two new fly rod families - the Tactus and Firecrest. The Tactus is a lineup of light-line rods designed primarily for...

Gear Review: SmartCap EVO Sport Truck Cap

I have a complicated relationship with truck caps. On one hand, I love the opportunity to add more weatherproof storage to my truck. On...

An Emerald Spring Creek in Pennsylvania

A note from @northeasternfly https://www.instagram.com/p/Dd3p9vosBoZ/ "Eastern Spring Creek fishing tests an angler's patience and technical skills. Paying attention to your position, movement and presentation will lead...
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How to Tie: The Atomic Egg

In this week’s “How to Tie” feature, McFly Angler ties a fly that purists will snub their nose at immediately regardless of results, the...

Gear Review: Hella Dry Waterproof Hip Pack

Testing the Hella Dry Waterproof Hip Pack