For those of you who have gotten out the fly tying gear during this lockdown time why not kit up with a Silicone Daddy Longlegs. Easy to tie for those getting back into making their own flies but tricky enough...
At any time that fishing is off the menu, there’s no better way to keep enjoying the sport than fly tying! However, when it comes to creating fresh twists and really finding your mojo at the vice, nothing beats working...
Stealth and simplicity: River fly fishing tackle tips With the late start to the current season, river fly fishers will be as eager as ever to get back to what they love. We have some excellent hacks to help make...
Get yourself ready to go out and hunt the top predator in our freshwaters. With the change in the season upon us it is time to rearm ourselves for the coming challenges of some Pike Fly Fishing. For those of...
With fierce good looks and thrilling speed, it’s no surprise more of us are fly fishing for pike these days. Large stillwaters are especially popular, giving any angler the chance of a real net-filler! The pike of big lochs and...
Whether you’re short on time, or have just started learning to tie flies, you needn’t be an expert to create really effective fish catchers! In this new mini series, fishing author Dom Garnett shows us a handful of his favourite...
Fly anglers could endlessly debate their favourite fly patterns. But which flies sell the most numbers through a year of online sales? Our 2020 list reveals a selection of firm favourites along with a surprise or two. Gold Rib Hare’s...
Let’s be honest; every angler develops their own set of quirks! Like learning to drive, we tend to set off on the right foot before developing some bad habits! While most of these won’t be a big deal, it’s always...
With more of us fishing local than ever lately, fly anglers are increasingly setting their sights on alternative target species. But which is the most viable and commonplace fish to go for with game tackle? The perch has to be...