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Quick Tip: Pluck your Leader Like a Guitar to Remove Debris
TROUT magazine editor Kirk Deeter gives us a super simple trick to remove any type of algae, weeds, or any other plant life your fly might have picked up while drifting in the water column. Not only does it remove debris … more
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Video: Montana Fly Company Boat Box
Rob Kolanda, manager at Front Range Anglers in Boulder, Colorado, talks about the Montana Fly Company’s Boat Box and why it’s one of the best bangs for your buck in the large box category.
Video: Umpqua Overlook 500 Chest Pack
Rob Kolanda is one of the fishiest people I’ve ever met. He’s an advisory member to Team USA, has won the Denver Carp Slam multiple times, and would most likely out fish you and five of your closest fishing buddies. … more
Podcast Interview: Jeff Fryover, Umpqua Feather Merchants
In this week’s podcast interview we pick the brains of Jeff Fryover, CEO and president of Umpqua Feather Merchants. Jeff’s been with Umpqua for almost two decades. Over the course of the chat he gives the backstory of the 41-year-old … more
Podcast Interview: Kristen Mustad of Nautilus Fly Reels
In this week’s podcast interview we chat with Kristen Mustad of Nautilus fly reels. His family has been in the fishing business in some form or fashion since 1832 when Ole Mustad started O Mustad & Son. Apparently Kristen hasn’t … more
Quick Tip: Wax your Ferrules to Avoid Broken Fly Rods
How many of you take the time to wax your rod ferrules a couple times a year? I know I usually don’t, and I’ve paid the price of broken rods too many times to count. Finally after doing that very … more
Podcast Interview: Peter Crow of Smith Optics
This week MidCurrent talks to Peter Crow, general manager of Smith Optics. Peter talks to us about the history and technology behind polarized glass lenses. He also hints about a new “light management system” Smith is unveiling at this … more
The Best Underwater Compact Cameras for 2013
The underwater video and photo site Backscatter has unveiled their unbelievably thorough list of the best underwater compact cameras for 2013. The list details everything from the GoPro Hero 3, to the newest mirrorless cameras. The authors state that, “As … more
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Quick Tip: When Fishing for Big Fish, “Restart” Your Stripped Line
A couple weeks ago I had the pleasure of fishing for tarpon in Key West with a new line from Scientific Anglers. It’s called the Chard Salt Water Grand Slam Line and is in their Mastery Textured Series of lines. … more
Video: Patagonia Stormfront Backpack
Oliver White talks about the Patagonia Stormfront Backpack, what makes it so special, and why it’s one of his favorite pieces of gear for traveling or everyday use.
