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The True Cast – What do you have against bobber fishing?
The other day, whilst scanning through social media (which can be a very unhealthy or extremely informative deal, depending on how you look at it) I noticed a post that asked, “What do so many fly anglers have against the bobber?” That’s a very fair question, and it isn’t easy to answer, but I’ll do…
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TROUT Tip – hopper dropper alternative
It’s terrestrial time, so leading your rig with a hopper (aka grasshopper) is a great idea. It not only is a big, tasty meal for a trout, but it serves as a great lead fly for a second fly. It is common to fish a hopper/dropper setup with a nymph, but have you ever tried…
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5 Rivers Q&A – Costa Rica
Just last month, three standout alumni from the TU Costa 5 Rivers program—Joseph Berney, Matteo Moretti and Heather Harkavy—found themselves together on a fishing trip in Costa Rica. What started as a shared love of fly fishing turned into an unexpected reunion of 5 Rivers leaders who are now shaping the industry in their own…
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The True Cast – Why not fish only one fly at a time?
It strikes me that the root appeal of fly fishing is about fair chase using simple tools, basic techniques and challenging the skills of the angler. Question: So why has the fly-fishing “industry” invested so much effort over the past 30 years or so dumbing down the sport to the point that any living being…
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TROUT Tip – knots
Knots are critical to a successful day on the water.
Knots are critical to a successful day on the water. Tom Rosenbauer from Orvis shows us how to tie 3 knots you need to use on the water....and a few extra tips to ensure all goes well when tying them while fishing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ghw_DsLmgU&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=90
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TROUT Tips – wind
Casting in the wind is many anglers’ nemesis, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Practice in the wind with these video tips, and you’re sure to have a better day on the water next time it’s windy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_So17hCF5lg&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=79
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TROUT Tips – the mend
What is a mend and why is it so important to a presentation?
What is a mend and why is it so important to a presentation? Watch this video to find out the what, the why and the how in this week’s tip video with TU’s Kirk Deeter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFMKFZWCkrw&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=72
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