Tippets: Salvaging Old Flies, Fishing Against the Wind

March 26, 2016 By: Erin Block

  • Harry Murray of Murray’s Fly Shop shares great general tips on adding new life to old flies. “Whether you have a box of dry flies, nymphs, streamers or specialty patterns, here are a few tips to help salvage those flies.” View the instructional video here.
  • Finding a still day on the water can be a near impossible feat, especially in the spring. And if you want to fish, sometimes you just have to play against the wind, writes Steven Brutger. “Maybe it was the one hog of a rainbow we caught just shy of the boat ramp. Maybe it was just being out with friends and family making the most of the opportunity. In any case, we’ll take the win.” Via Stalking the Seam.