Tips & Tutorials
Fly fishing is not just about the thrill of the catch, it's about the respect for the sport, the environment, and the fish that offer us so much joy. One of the key components of ethical fly fishing is practicing proper catch and release techniques.
As the summer heats up and the trout are aggressively feeding on the surface, there's no better time to spotlight the "Chubby Chernobyl" fly. This versatile, buoyant pattern has a strong reputation for reeling in those hard-to-get catches in a variety of conditions.
The hopper dropper setup is, essentially, a two-fly system. The 'hopper' is a buoyant, dry fly that mimics terrestrial insects like grasshoppers, while the 'dropper' is a weighted nymph or subsurface fly tied on a length of tippet off the bend of the dry fly.
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Fly fishing is a captivating pursuit that combines skill, patience, and a deep connection with nature. At the heart of this art lies the selection and presentation of the fly. Each category of fly imitates a specific stage of aquatic...
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As a beginner fly angler, learning to tie proper knots is one of the most important things you can do to improve your experience and catch more fish. Not only can tying strong knots help you land bigger fish, but you'll be able to set up your gear and re-rig lost or tangled rigs faster, allowing you to spend more time fishing.
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JHFLYCO's flagship fly rod is our most versatile and popular rod model. The Yellowstone II 9' is capable of handling a wide range of trout flies and line densities while maintaining pinpoint accuracy and line control.
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