Over the course of a season, your fly line can collect dirt and grime, which make the line more difficult to cast and less likely to float well. Before you get out on the water this year, take the time to clean your fly line. Orvis Grand Rapids Fishing Manager . . .
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Podcast: All About Floating Fly Lines, with Josh Jenkins
What is the difference between freshwater and saltwater fly lines? How about warmwater and cold-water lines? How long do fly lines last? How do you care for a fly line? How do you clean a fly line? Why do we have over-weighted fly lines? These are . . .
Read MorePodcast: A New Nymphing Technique and the Underrated 10-foot Fly Rod, with George Daniel
My guest this week is the great George Daniel, who is always pushing the envelope, evolving, and experimenting. He tells us why he uses a 10-foot fly rod for nearly all of his trout fishing, even in smaller streams, and he also introduces a new nymphing . . .
Read MorePro Tips: How to Choose the Right Gear for Wet-Wading, Part II
Since it’s wet-wading season in much of the country, we’re talking about the best gear to make the most of your time while fishing wader-free. Last week, we covered what to wear–from head to toe–to make sure you stay upright . . .
Read MorePro Tips: How to Choose the Right Gear for Wet-Wading, Part I
One of the great joys of summertime fishing is the opportunity to leave the waders at home and actually feel the river or the lake against your legs in a more intimate way. No waders also means easier . . .
Read MoreVideo Pro Tips: 2-weight or 3-weight Rod for Euro-nymphing?
If you’re looking to get into Euro-nymphing, or if you want to add to your arsenal of fly rods, which rod should you choose? Orvis ambassador George Daniel walks you through the pros and cons of 2-weight and . . .
Read MoreIntroducing the World’s First Truly Affordable Bamboo Fly Rod
Orvis has been making fine bamboo fly rods for almost 150 years, and even in today’s high-tech world, these angling tools are prized as the epitome of craftsmanship. For many fly fishers, their first split-cane rod is a sign that they have achieved a high . . .
Read MoreTackle Tune-Up: Wader Care & Repair
Few things ruin a fishing day like leaky waders, especially in spring when water temperatures are low. Orvis Grand Rapids Fishing Manager Trent Jackson and associate Paige Downing share . . .
Read MoreTackle Tune-Up: Flies & Fly Boxes
Few things are more frustrating than being on the water and not knowing where to find the fly you want. Organizing your flies and fly boxes is one of the best uses of your time before the season opens. Orvis Grand Rapids Fishing Manager Trent . . .
Read MoreOrvis PRO Sun Hoodie Wins 2021 Polartec Apex Design Award
The annual Polartec Apex Design Awards celebrate the finest products made from Polartec fabric technologies. This year’s campaign recognizes the very best in garment design and fabric innovation, and it’s the freedom to play . . .
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