Tippets: Fluorocarbon vs. Mono Leaders, “The Revenant” Author’s Day Job, Spring Smallmouth Bass

April 4, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • Jay Nicholas writes an in-depth comparison of the different fluorocarbon and mono steelhead leaders available, and the benefits and drawbacks to each. Via The Caddis Fly.
  • From a childhood fly fishing and hunting in Wyoming to a “day job” as the deputy United States Trade Representative and the United States ambassador to the World Trade Organization, Michael Punke leads an interesting life. Punke is also the author of the novel, “The Revenant,” a recent Oscar nominee. Via The New York Times.
  • Early spring pre-spawn is one of the best times to target smallmouth bass. Kip Vieth of Wildwood Float Trips writes about five key tips for smallmouth success. Via Orvis.