Fly fishing gear can feel a bit technical at first. You’ll choose a line based on its weight—say a 5-weight line for trout fishing—and pair it with a matching rod and reel. Then there’s ...

I always carry a mouse imitation in my fly box for that one time when everything aligns and you can catch a big trout on a mouse.

Fly fishing is to fishing what road cycling is to biking, stick-shifting is to driving and using a straight razor is to shaving. It’s a sport that requires precision, poise and patience and grants ...

2. Double the fly line over into a loop—not the leader, just the fly line. 3. Thread the loop through the guides. Fly line is thicker and easier to handle than the leader.

The 9-foot, 4-inch, 11 weight is a great musky fishing setup, and the 10-foot 3 weight is the perfect euro nymphing stick. You can’t go wrong with any rod in this lineup, especially if you want ...

Fly lines: Made to be used with a fly rod, these lines are heavy so they can propel the fly during casting. They are not suited for conventional fishing (spinning or baitcasting).

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Fly fishing reels are rated in the same way as fly line weight (4/5 or 6/7, for example), which gives a good idea of their purpose. In this guide we’ve looked at a selection of versatile all ...

Fly fishing reels are rated in the same way as fly line weight (4/5 or 6/7, for example), which gives a good idea of their purpose. In this guide we’ve looked at a selection of versatile all ...

Fly fishing reels are rated in the same way as fly line weight (4/5 or 6/7, for example), which gives a good idea of their purpose. In this guide we’ve looked at a selection of versatile all ...

USA TODAY 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards expert and fly-fishing advocate Angelica Talan recommends these 10 essentials for your fly-fishing gear pack list. Simms Women's Tributary Stockingfoot ...