Latest publications

Glitter for pike
Pike bites not only in fat wobblers. They are also interested in larger model flies. Why not try a fly made of sparkly glitter instead for a change and take your pike fishing to new heights. By Anders Isberg, (2013-06-18)

A Fly Fisherman reflects upon Ernest Hemingway’s Big Two Hearted River
It matters not if you are a Veteran or have never served your country. Perhaps you still in University, or perhaps you are a Middle or High school student; you could easily relate to the story’s character- “Nick Adams” and how he deals with life after returning from war. By Walter Dinkin (2013-05-05)

Grayling, the perfect fish for fly fishing
On the third cast the big grayling rose and took the dry fly. Then the fish took off down stream in full speed. I had seen the cautious wake rings on the blank area at the stream head - and like so many times in the past underestimated them in the belief that they were from smaller graylings. By Sune Adolfsson (2013-04-16)

History of Cork
Article on the history of cork harvesting and following article on how to make cork rings for fishing rods. By Joaquim Loureiro (2013-03-22)

Knekestorparen
Most good flies are also simple flies, and Knekestorparen is really a very simple fly - but also a fly with real great qualities when it comes to attracting surface feeding fish. By Gunnar Johnson 1982

2013 5-weight Mini-Shootout
Includes the four top performing rods for 2013. I’ll include all the categories just like we’ll have in our regular 5-weight shootout, and give you my casting notes too. By George Anderson (2013-03-09)

Midge fly called "Bosse"
Midge pupa (Family Chironomidae) is on the fish menu throughout the season. With a midge pupa on the leader is time for excitement and fighting. But it is important to fish the fly correct. By Björn Möller (2013-01-30)

Hanger pupae
This fly I tied for attracting fish when eating pupae and other insects just below the surface and you want to know that the fly floats at the right depth. The length of nylon cord can be advantageously varied so that the flies may float at different depths. By Niklas Andersson (2013-01-30)

Stonefly nymph, type heavy
The fly is supposed to be effective for fishing in Baltak and other streaming waters, so why hesitate. Easy to tie and a real treat for the fish. By Johan Sjunnestad (2013-01-17)

Tips for the coming season
Improve your casting accuracy.
Learn about water insects, use insect catching net.
Tailing glove, helps you land the catch more easy. By Niclas Andersson (2013-01-15)

Dan Fallon's Fly Fishing Column
(2013-01-08)

Twisted Palmer
Fly designed for fishing fast flowing waters. By Agostino Roncallo (2012-12-27)

Coloring Raw Tubes
A look into some alternative methods of coloring tubes. By Bob Kenly (2012-12-10)

Powder paint your tubes and bead heads
Tube tyers are opening up their eyes to the possibilities of adding an extra kick to their favourite patterns. As fishermen, we all know that colour definitely makes a difference. Powder Paints gives you the freedom. By Stuart Anderson (2012-12-11)

PRESSRELEASE Introducing the world's most innovative fly rods
ArcticSilver is a new brand committed to creating innovative and iconic fly fishing products. With the revolutionary Free-Flex concept, ArcticSilver offers the most exciting rods on the market for today’s demanding fly fishers.

Some Bamboo Rodmaking Thoughts
Once when I wanted to describe how to choose a rod design. I may have gotten carried away but decided to share many of my thoughts about rodmaking and some of the difficulties involved in selecting a design. By Tom Morgan 2011. (2012-11-10)

Snowshoe Sparkle Dun
Using hair from Snowshoe hare feet has rapidly gained popularity among tiers, especially in the last few years. The dense, curly underfur holds a lot of air bubbles. It is easily compressed, so it is tied in without too much bulk. The hair is very hydrophobic and buoyant, and the guard hairs are stiff and translucent. By Martin Westbeek  (2012-11-07)

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