Author: johnnysain

Do you have a fly that you can always count on, the one that just plain works when nothing else will? For me, that fly is the Complex Twist Bugger (CTB). As much as I enjoy experimenting with new patterns, when the conditions get tough, or I need a fly I know will perform, the CTB is my go-to. Its brown and black color scheme has consistently produced when...

"The Black Peril is a wet fly pattern I designed for Atlantic salmon and steelhead."

"Simon Gawesworth walks us through the in's and out's of fishing soft hackles."

"With over 25 years of fly fishing experience, I reveal the professional techniques and strategies that will transform your approach to presenting dry flies."

"Whether you're targeting trout or other species, understanding how seasons—from winter to spring, summer, and fall—impact water temperature, weather, and aquatic insects can make all the difference in your success. Learn how to adjust your approach based on the time of year, so you can catch more fish no matter the season. We'll cover everything from...

"Perfect for beginners, this chapter breaks down the mechanics of the roll cast while emphasizing key fundamentals that apply to all Spey casting."

"Big baitfish imitations need to have the right profile and movement in the water to fool the predators feeding on baitfish. Saltwater legend Bob Popovics has 'cracked the code' several times with his innovative fly designs, and the fly tied in this video is no exception of his creativity. The fly consists of only a few materials—mainly bucktail and...

"As much as we all love fishing dry flies and nymphs, nothing compares to actively fishing streamers and watching trout attack the fly."