*Please note this product may not be available on our website no longer* Why should I wear a sun mask in the first place? On a recent trip to Florida I decided to make a change from the usual Buff that I wear for sun protection and try something different. […]
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What Should I look For in a Fly Box? In today’s angling world, there are almost as many varieties of fly boxes and fly box systems as there are flies. Options exist to accommodate every angler, but finding the perfect one can be hard, especially if you are not exactly […]
*Please note some of these products may no longer be available to purchase on the website* What is the Titan Rod Vault? Fly rod transportation is not usually a problem for most beginning anglers, but as you continue to pursue the sport and acquire multiple setups, the problem will grow. […]
What Makes a Quality Fly Line? Last month I had a Full Day Float on the upper Colorado river with a client who wanted to use his own equipment. He had just bought a new setup and was eager to put it to the test for the first time in […]
Fly fishing equipment and gear has evolved in leaps and bounds in the last decade and fly reels are no exception. Ten years ago simple reels made out of stamped metal with click drag systems with very little stopping power were the norm. Some reel companies were making quality bar […]
Summer is officially over and the snow is already flying here in Vail. And while some area anglers are still taking advantage of some great fishing, your line could probably use a much-needed care and cleaning after a long season of fishing. Whether you plan on continuing to fish through […]
What Kind of Fly Fishing Rain Jacket Do I Need? The Vail Valley has been wetter than normal this summer and the long term forecast is calling for above average precipitation through the fall. As the valley’s temperatures drop each week, the rain will turn to snow. Many fly fishermen […]
Over the last 10 years or so, I’ve seen a lot of improvements in fly fishing gear. Most of these changes come from advancing technology. Anglers are shown images of scientists in lab coats and safety glasses testing fly rods and fluorocarbon with computer models and graphs. This is all great […]
Just over a decade ago, there was only one choice of leader and tippet material for anglers to use. Monofilament got the job done then and still works today. With the introduction of fluorocarbon into the fishing industry, fly fishermen now have a second option for adding tippet to leaders […]
Wading boots have come a long ways in the last decade or so. Modern, high-tech boots feature unmatched ankle support, sturdy, long lasting construction and a wide range of styles. Fit is much better these days and is comparable to a good hiking boot. Older versions were not ideal for […]
Most new anglers can be faced with a tough decision when buying their first fly rod. What is the best all around rod length and weight for most trout fishing? Some experienced fly fishermen can also have a hard time deciding which new rod to add to their quiver when […]