Tippets: Modern Fly Design, Fishing Hats

April 30, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • Writing a critique of modern fly design and manufacturers, John Jurek wonders what’s at the heart of the industry: fishing or sales. “Simply put, the best flies evolve to solve problems—fishing problems. But these days, when I cast a critical eye at fly design, a far different methodology comes into view.” Read more via Hatch Magazine.
  • Performance should take precedence over style on the water, writes Kent Klewein. He experimented with a long-bill hat on a recent saltwater trip and writes about why he thinks every angler should give one a shot.