Nov 4, 2009 · Greetings. I am in the market for a good fast action 8 wt. salmon/steelhead rod and am considering a closeout Xi2. I know this rod was really popular a couple years ago, and …

Jan 26, 2023 · I acquired an old fly rod made in Japan. Does anyone know about the history of these, their fishability, and worth? Looks like it needs some wax or polish. Any …

Nov 18, 2008 · Kunnan fly rods were very inexpensive when i was pricing them. $ 29.95 to $ 39.95. Of course after the factory burnt down the prices skyrocketed. Ive been looking for one …

Apr 24, 2024 · Hi everyone, I recently moved back to Skagit Valley and am excited to delve into fly fishing. I'm quite new to this and would appreciate any tips on good spots for beginners. …

Jan 19, 2022 · Even more important than the fly pattern is the intent it was tied with. Bull trout prefer a fly that was tied in hopes of encountering a different species. Don't even think about …

Apr 11, 2021 · Fly tyers can be masters at making things complicated! Poor quality materials and tools are destined to discourage beginner tiers and cause greater expense when the time …

Jan 10, 2018 · The more I know about why a fly was designed a certain way, the more confident I am in modifying colors, materials, etc. So here are my stupid questions: Why are the hackle …

Sep 14, 2020 · The fire line and stiff braids look great when you tie them, but after using the fly for a trip or two, all the stiff wax they add to the braid is gone and they droop like crazy. Is there …

Jul 31, 2025 · I am deployed to where there is very little water and I was dreaming bout fishing and doing some google earth scouting and ran across Day Lake in Skagit County. The only …

Dec 30, 2020 · Good evening everyone, I’m just getting into the sport of fly fishing and I received this pole as a gift a few years back. I took the pole into orvis earlier today and the advice I was …