How Do You Put Line On A Martin Automatic Fly Reel?

How does automatic fly reel work ? The automatic reel is spring-driven. The spring is wound when the fly line is pulled out and recovered by pressing a trigger The spring is released by a knob on the side of the reel. It is important to release the tension on the spring after you rig … Read more

Are Cassette Fly Reels Any Good?

Manufactured by companies like Greys and wychwood cassette fly reels are fantastic value and quality. Why do fly fishing have extra spools ? Currently quick-change extra spools are available for most popular fly fishing reels. They allow anglers to carry loaded spools so that they can change fly lines easily by unlatching a spool from … Read more

What Type Of Fly Line Is Best?

Scientific Anglers Frequency Trout Double Taper. Cortland 444 Classic Double Taper. RIO Products Elite Gold. Orvis Clearwater WF Fishing Line. RIO Products InTouch Trout Spey Shooting Head. OPST Commando Smooth (Integrated) skagit shooting head . RIO FIPS Euro Nymph Line. What is the difference between WF and DT fly lines? Most DT lines are used … Read more

Does Rio Mainstream Have A Welded Loop?

All the Rio Mainstream fly lines are 80ft long, an ideal length for boat and bank fishing situations. The floating line comes with a neat, bulletproof, welded loop on the business end so you can change leaders quick and efficiently; it’s also a little additional buoyancy at the tip, where you need it. What does … Read more

What Color Braid Is Best For Saltwater?

Traditionally, bronze and green are great line colors for inshore saltwater fishing, says Mark Schindel, director of sport-fishing and outdoor products at Cortland Line. What is the best braided line for sea fishing? Power Pro Spectra Fishing Line KastKing SuperPower Braided Fishing Line Sufix 832 Advanced Superline Braid Piscifun Onyx Braided Fishing Line spiderwire stealth … Read more

How Do You Wind A Fly Line To A Reel?

Can you braid fly line backing? 20-50 Lb braided fishing line is excellent for backing your fly reel If you are fishing in salt-water we recommend going in the 30-50 LB braided range. If you are fishing in freshwater try scaling down in the 20Lb-40 Lb range. How long should the leader be on a … Read more

A Definite Guide About Jerk Baiting, What Is Jerk Baiting

In this piece, I’m going to discuss the subject of “What Is Jerk Baiting?”, and I’m going to do my best to cover as much ground as I possibly can in terms of information. A jerkbait is a minnow-shaped lure that provides a horizontal presentation A straight retrieve makes a jerkbait swim with a shimmying … Read more