Orvis builds all of its rods from the Access line on up there in Manchester from start to finish. The price point rods (Clearwater & Streamline) are made overseas to the specifications of the rod shop here in the USA. Is Orvis going out of business? While all stores are closed, Orvis’ online business is … Read more
The Frenchie is essentially a beadhead pheasant tail pattern with a dubbing hot spot Some anglers will argue that the hot spot represents an egg while others claim it’s simply a color trigger . Whatever the reason, one thing is for sure: this pattern is likely to turn the feeding mechanism of any lethargic fish … Read more
Is an RS2 a dry fly ? It can be fished as a dry fly , emerger or nymph for both midges and mayflies. RS2 fly is, in my humble opinion, one of the best fishing flies ever designed. What are RS2 flies? The RS2, a very effective pattern and a favorite of many an … Read more
What does the copper john nymph imitate? The Copper John Nymph imitates Mayflies and Stoneflies If you are a fly angler , you know that trout are fans of these little bugs , and eat them through the Spring, Summer and Fall, especially during the hatch. Is the Copper John a good fly? The Copper … Read more
The blob fly is a short and bulky trout fly made from colourful (often orange) fritz wrapped around a short shank wide gape hook. It’s often said that the blob imitates a cloud of Daphnia , but it isn’t actually supposed to be a natural imitation of anything. How do I know what pattern my … Read more
jig nymphs and balanced flies are both tied on jig hooks and are both meant to ride with the hook point in the upright position (above the body of the fly). What is a jig hook fly fishing? Jig hooks tend to hook Trout in the top or corner of the mouth and as such … Read more
Mayflies – Spring Time Mayflies They is also called a baetis or BWO’s. They are small to medium sized olive mayflies with dark wings and a dark olive body Fly sizes for these range from #12 – #20 during spring time. These are likely the most common bug you will see on the water throughout … Read more
How do I know what pattern my fly is? To identify different fly species , look for the characteristics that set them apart For example, If they look like a mosquito, but they aren’t biting you, they’re midges. You’ll often see them buzzing around and above your head in huge swarms. What type of fly … Read more
If trout are feeding just below the surface, a beaded head nymph is likely to sink below them. What is a Baetis nymph? Baetis mayflies are known to fishermen as Blue-winged Olives or simply Olives They are first Ephemeropterans to hatch each season, emerging from late February into April. Another group emerges with Sulphurs and … Read more