Fly Fishing Gear
Retro Rod Review: Four Graphite Models that Changed the Fly Fishing World
I won an original Scott G Series 3-weight, two-piece fly rod at a charity auction, years ago. I was immediately smitten by the design—those internal-fitting ferrules, clean wraps, and the snappy balance that extended from the tip right through the handle and reel seat.
Read more...Review: the Hardy Proaxis 10-Weight Fly Rod
"I'LL HAVE TO LAND a few fish and see how the rod performs in a 25-knot wind to give it my unequivocal endorsement, but from the fishing I've done so far, the Proaxis 10-weight is as close to a perfect casting permit rod as I've fished."
Read more...Long-Term Rod Review: Scott S4S 906/4

I spent hard-earned dollars on this rod, but it's been worth every penny—it is, without question, the the most versatile fly rod I have fished with to date. It isn't soft enough for really short shots—you have to overline it, like I did with the Rio Carp in 7-weight.
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2012 Fly Reels
What we see in 2012 reel models are mostly extensions of good ideas and redesigns of time-proven features. Read more.
2012 Fly Rods
“Do I really have to spend $700 for a great fly rod?” The answer to that and more in the 2012 Midcurrent Gear Guide. Read more.







