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  1. How to Tie the Light Cahill Dry Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the Light Cahill Dry Fly Pattern

    The Light Cahill is a highly respected dry fly pattern that originated in the Adirondack region of New York before quickly spreading throughout the northeastern United States. The Light Cahil imitates the Pale Morning or Pale Evening Dun mayflies, which are common during the summer months in many streams and rivers throughout the country.

  2. How to Tie the Little Brown Trout Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the Little Brown Trout Fly Pattern

    The Little Brown Trout is a classic streamer from Samuel R. Slaymaker of Pennsylvania, first tied in the late 1950s. Originally a part of a series of three streamers designed to imitate trout fry and intended to tap into the trout’s predatory instincts.

  3. Mastering Line Weight for Trout Spey Fly Rods: Tips and Tricks

    In this video, we’ll be covering everything you need to know about choosing the perfect line weight for your trout spey fly rod. We’ll start with an introduction and some opening thoughts before diving into the key differences between line weight and grain weight. We’ll discuss how to determine your casting ability and what flies you plan to use, which can both have an impact on your line weight selection. Finally, we’ll wrap things up with a conclusion that summarizes everything we’ve covered. Whether you’re new to trout spey fly fishing or looking to refine your technique, this video is a must-watch for anyone looking to improve their fishing game. Tune in and discover the secrets to choosing the right line weight for your trout spey fly rod!

  4. How to Tie the Front End Loader Caddis Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the Front End Loader Caddis Fly Pattern

    This fly was designed by Umpqua signature tyer Tyler Olsen. He was looking for a fly that floated low in the water but held up a nymph well. I’d say he got it right.

  5. How to Tie the March Brown Emerger Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the March Brown Emerger Fly Pattern

    The March Brown Emerger is a low floating fly that has proven to be a reliable choice for fly anglers looking to catch trout during the emergence of mayflies. Its simple yet effective design makes it easy to tie, making it a great pattern for novice and experienced fly tiers alike.

  6. How to Tie the Mayer's Mysis Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the Mayer's Mysis Fly Pattern

    Join us as we demonstrate how to tie the versatile Mayer’s Mysis Shrimp/Nymph fly from Landon Mayer’s book, “Guide Flies Easy to Tie Patterns for Tough Trout.” The Mysis shrimp, a false shrimp species, was first introduced to Colorado reservoirs in the 1950s as a food source for salmon and lake trout. This fly effectively imitates these shrimp and can be fished in various ways to entice even the most selective trou

  7. Which Fly Rod Action Is Best?

    Fly rod action is super important in both the experience and the functionality of your fly rod. If you’re new to fly fishing, you may be wondering what is fly rod action? We break it all down in the fourth installment of how to choose a fly rod.

  8. How to Tie the Mimic May Dry Fly

    How to Tie the Mimic May Dry Fly

    This fly was created by Chris Johnson. It’s a nice drake pattern with a high wing that floats low in the water giving a great profile. It can be tied in various colors to match the hatch.

  9. How to Tie the Minkie Streamer Fly

    How to Tie the Minkie Streamer Fly

    There are many variations of this Zonker Streamer out there. It can be tied with bead chain eyes, lead eyes, lead wraps around the hook shank or just weightless. Tie it in colors to match the fry the fish are chasing on your favorite stream or in bright colors as an attractor.

  10. How to Tie the Mayer's Mini Leech Fly Pattern

    How to Tie the Mayer's Mini Leech Fly Pattern

    One of the great things about this leech pattern is its simplicity. Even beginner fly tyers can easily tie this pattern. When fished as a dropper under a dry fly or from an indicator, the pine squirrel wing provides lots of movement that’s sure to attract trout. It’s a tough pattern that can stand up to even the most finicky fish.

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