Buying the perfect Christmas gift for the Fly Fisherman Read the rest of this entry
Archive for 2008
Fly-Fishing is a Fun Sport
Fly-fishing was developed in the 19th century, dry fly technique is very effective especially for slower and clearer rivers. Fly-fishing is an ancient angling method especially great in catching trout and salmon. This distinct method of angling uses artificial flies to lure or excite fish. Fly-fishing helps anglers catch the fish easier than the traditional way. Read the rest of this entry
Where To Buy Fly Fishing Supplies -Of course I am slightly biased towards my own Niche Fly Fishing store on Ebay at---
Great short Fly Fishing videos
1. Fly Fishing Equipment
2. Fly Fishing Rod Parts
3.Shooting the Line: Fly Fishing Techniques & Instruction for Beginners
Just Snapped The Top Of My Fly Rod
Good question:It is easier to buy a new rod!-however there are kits and tools you can buy to help here. Must say with carbon rods i prefer to buy a new section or rod as there strength diminshes and whip on being repaired in my view--Have a look at this section in my Fishing Store for Rod Repair Help
When I cast, my fly line seems to bundle as it gets further away from my rod. What am I doing Wrong?
Patience and Practise
Rather than try when fishing practise your technique and every one has their own style of casting,in your garden at a park whatever. Calmly cast out the line like throwing a tennis ball,when the line nears full length, pull the line back for the back cast as if you were pulling a scalf over your head without touching you-continue this sought of push and pull back style until you see after practise how your line has a straight not bunched lay-Then you are getting to be better at overhead casting- Read the rest of this entry
My First Fly Fishing Reel
I feel you should go to your local Fly Fishing shop and have a look at different Rods and Reels-Learn about the manufactures like Orvis and Sage.
ORVIS AND SAGE!
No there are heaps of great rods-it depends on your budget and if you are a beginner at fly fishing!
My advice is to start on a small budget and talk with other Fly Fisherman to see their rods-Feel the weight see if you are comfortable with the rod--Have a look at my fly fishing store to give you ideas and brand names to look for-more posts on this soon--Or look below for what I have picked from Amazon--
