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IMX-PRO Short Spey

At first glance, two-handed rods and spey casting looks like an impossible task. Long awkward-looking rods that require both hands and terms like spey, D Loops, anchor, head types, and line weights are enough to scare anyone away. Why then is this method of fishing growing? Because it is fun!  […]

Gear Review | G. Loomis IMX-PRO Short Spey

5 Advanced Fly Casting Techiniques You Should Learn

Fly casting is an integral part of fly fishing, it is one of the foundational skills needed to fly fish. Most often than not as a beginner angler you learn the standard overhead forward cast and the roll cast. While these two casts can get the job done in most […]

Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

5 Advanced Fly Casting Techniques You Should Learn

by Patrick Perry
Published April 8, 2021
Male fishing on Eagle River in Colorado

There is an unwritten code of ethics, a set of rules if you will within our sport that seems to govern how anglers operate on the river.  I can’t remember how I first learned of them however, I have practiced them ever since I took up the sport over 25 […]

Fly Fishing Ethics Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

The New Rules of Fly Fishing Etiquette

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published March 29, 2021
Fishing Etiquette – How To Navigate a Fly Shop

Check out the feature below from Andrew Braker of Flylords. Andrew interviews Vail Valley Anglers Store Manager, JP Modderno to learn more about how customers and anglers can enhance their fly shop experience. For the full blog check out the link here. 1) Say Hi! Rather than walking around the […]

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Fishing Etiquette – How To Navigate a Fly Shop

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published March 2, 2021
Beginners Fly Tying Guide: The Basic Tools and 5 Patterns to Tie

With below freezing temperatures and short days across Colorado for the next few months, there is no better time to start fly tying than now. Fly tying is the process of creating the flies that we use to catch fish. It complements fly fishing and can be a great hobby […]

Fly Tying Gear Reviews Tips and Tricks

Beginners Fly Tying Guide: The Basic Tools and 5 Patterns …

by Patrick Perry
Published February 24, 2021
Bananas on the boat

Nothing screams “troutbum” like a good old fashion fly fishing road trip. It’s a chance to get away from your local rivers to try your hand at having some success on a new piece of water. One thing is for sure, fishing a new river will most likely humble you, […]

Colorado Rivers Destination and Travel Fly Fishing Tips Saltwater Fly Fishing

6 Best Fishing Road Trips to Take in 2021

by Patrick Perry
Published January 26, 2021
Twobit Midge

Fly fishing in the Colorado High Country means constantly adjusting to the changing conditions. Maybe it is adjusting the depth of your indicator, adding on some split shot, or changing a fly. The trout always are keeping us on our toes. One simple way to stay ahead of the game […]

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Tips News and Updates Tips and Tricks Winter Fly Fishing

The Top 12 Performing Flies of the Year

by Patrick Perry
Published January 4, 2021
Winter Float Fishing

Winter fly fishing is not for the faint of heart, but if you choose to brave the elements, the trout will certainly reward you. During the winter trout are forced to adopt a feast-or-famine mentality. When feeding opportunities are there, the trout will eat with reckless abandon, taking advantage of […]

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5 Tips to Prepare for a Winter Float Fishing Trip

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published December 16, 2020

Negotiating the thin line between the worlds of adventure and danger, three anglers embark on a fishing excursion teeming with comedy, mystery, successes and failures. From hidden oyster bars and foul weather to personal best fish and fires on the boat, their journey provides insights, lessons and laughs for anglers […]

Destination and Travel Fly Fishing Tips Saltwater Fly Fishing Tips and Tricks

Destination Saltwater | 10k Islands

by Seth Kulas
Published November 5, 2020
Josh Trout

Fall in the Colorado High Country might just be the best time of year for trout anglers, lower flows, colder water temps, aggressive trout, and the beautiful fall colors. I’m not talking about the colors of the foliage but the colors of the fish. Every fall the brown trout begin […]

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

5 Tips for Catching Trophy Trout in the Fall

by Patrick Perry
Published October 29, 2020
Brown Trout under water

Almost overnight, fly fishing is suddenly the thing to do. Several factors such as social media, population increase, and the cool factor are all contributing to the sport’s popularity.  There are more people who fly fishing now than ever. With the participation rate growing every year, the stress level on […]

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Ethics Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks

When Good Fishing is Bad

by Vail Valley Anglers Admin
Published October 22, 2020

As guides, we usually have those rare moments where we are able to twist another fellow guide’s arm into going out for an afternoon float after a morning trip. There is always a checklist of must-have items on the boat for a fun float: rods, flies, or beer.  What most […]

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Ethics Fly Fishing Tips News and Updates Tips and Tricks Uncategorized

Fuel for the Float | Snack Edition

by Emily Dmohowski
Published October 15, 2020
Keepfishwet

Late summer fly fishing on Colorado’s Western Slope can mean low water, warm water, and at times, finicky trout don't let that stop you...

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Tips

Late Summer Fly Fishing Tactics

by Patrick Perry
Published August 24, 2020
10 Techniques to Land More Fish Part II: Rigging Tips

In Part I of Techniques to Land More Fish, we discussed proper tips to land fish in relation to reading water, proper hook set, playing, and landing a fish, in Part II the focus will purely be on rigging tips to increase your chances of catching more fish. By properly […]

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10 Techniques to Land More Fish Part II: Rigging Tips

by Patrick Perry
Published August 4, 2020

Updated 1/19/2021 During these uncertain times, we are unsure what the future may hold. We do know the rivers are still there waiting to be explored. Here at Vail Valley Anglers, we are changing the way we operate to best fit your needs during these times. Hours of Operation: Daily  […]

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Wading Into the Future: COVID-19 Operations

by Emily Dmohowski
Published April 27, 2020

Here at Vail Valley Anglers, we know buying gifts for anglers can be easy or nearly as hard as catching that fish you have been eyeing all day. We put together a 2020 Holiday Gift Guide to help you find the right gift for your favorite angler this holiday season. […]

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2020 Holiday Gift Guide

by Emily Dmohowski
Published November 24, 2020
Midge 101: How to Effectively Fly Fish with Midges

Midges, midges, and more midges. Midges are one of the four main aquatic insects in our western freshwater water systems (stoneflies, caddis, and mayflies make up the other three). They are the most diverse of these four species meaning they have the most sub-species. There are over 1,000 different midge […]

Colorado Rivers Fly Fishing Tips Tips and Tricks Winter Fly Fishing

Midge 101: How to Effectively Fly Fish with Midges

by Patrick Perry
Published November 23, 2020

Originally published through Vail Daily on 11/6/2020.   The onset of winter in the mountains brings snow and cold temperatures and for many of us the excitement of the start of the skiing or snowboarding season, however it can be a very depressing time for those who love to fish. […]

Destination and Travel Fly Fishing Tips Fly Tying News and Updates Tips and Tricks Vail Daily Articles Winter Fly Fishing

How to Beat Seasonal Angling Depression (SAD)

by Emily Dmohowski
Published November 21, 2020

Originally published through Vail Daily Newspaper on 10/15/2020   When I first moved to Colorado, I was excited to try all of the amazing activities and hobbies that are at our fingertips. A wise friend of mine told me to focus on two or three activities and embrace them. I […]

Destination and Travel Fly Fishing Tips News and Updates Tips and Tricks Vail Daily Articles

Fly Fishing | The Gateway to Adventure

by Emily Dmohowski
Published November 21, 2020

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