you can load it up with either a standard weight-forward fly line, a double taper, or even a long-bellied euro-nymphing line, along with a ton of backing and still have plenty of room to spare.

As someone who’s spent far too much time in fly shops looking at and thinking about all these options, I understand how difficult shopping for a new rod can be. So, I’ve tried to remove some of the ...

But we fly-fishers pursue a very wide range of ... A 9-foot, 5-weight rod is often called the classic all-around trout rod. A rod this size is heavy enough to handle trout into the 20-inch range ...

Even that win (2-1) over big brother, which they prize above all else, came against an Australian line-up that was rebuilding ...

Not all large-arbor reels are created equal. Consider all the factors before choosing a model that’s right for you. Want to have more fun this summer? Try fly fishing for summer flounder and other ...

World Series Game 1 on Friday night was an instant classic, a heavyweight brawl capped off by a knockout blow for the ages.

I've been doing a lot of traveling this year to fly fishing destinations. I don't take for granted how lucky I am. I'm thankful for the opportunities to visit great places to fish, but let's be ...

The name alone elicits a variety of reactions from anglers, some good, and some painful. However you feel about musky, there’s no denying their appeal as a top-tier freshwater sportfish that puts ...

With the World Series quickly approaching, we take a look at the best playoff moment in franchise history for each team.

Don’t let the final score fool you. Up until the very moment that a hobbled Freddie Freeman took the mighty hack that ...

The Encounter combo reel was surprisingly smooth for a plastic composite fly fishing reel and performed well, making it the best beginner fly rod. The Orvis setup stripped line in swift water ...