Tippets: Topwater Flies for Smallmouth Bass, Fly Fishing Books

July 25, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • Summer is prime time for fishing topwater flies. From classics like the Dahlberg Diver and Gartside Gurgler to all-around damselfly patterns, Kip Vieth of Wildwood Float Trips profiles the best topwater flies for smallmouth bass.
  • Appreciation of fly fishing “naturally extends to what has been written.” For recommendations on where to start check out some of the best guide, technical, and literary books in the fly fishing genre, via Casting Across.