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    Fan Tail Perfection

    All fly shops carry squirrel tails.  Here are a few great ideas for tying better flies using this common and inexpensive fly tying material. [by Al and Gretchen Beatty] ...

    On April 17, 2019 / By
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    The Monstrous Creations of Steve Yewchuck

    Big fish eat big flies, right? These innovative patterns aim to catch the largest fish in the river. [by Ryan Sparks] Like many who dream about being on ...

    On April 10, 2019 / By
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    The Pop on Top

    How to Craft Classic Balsa Poppers [by Steve Schweitzer] IN THE LATE 1800s, tackle makers were experimenting with buoyant materials such as cork and lightweight wood, shaping them into ...

    On March 26, 2019 / By
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    Leave Room for Renegades

    She found a mystery fly hanging in a tree along the bank of the Beaverkill River. After doing some research, she discovered that the rusted hook and discolored ...

    On February 6, 2019 / By
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    6 Tricks for Tying Better Nymphs

    They were on the Yellowstone River catching trout, but our authors found time to write yet another great article featuring their favorite fly tying tips. This time they ...

    On January 10, 2019 / By
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    Going Wild with Quills

    Stripped peacock quills are a traditional fly tying material, but most tiers think using them is too difficult. Here are a few tricks for creating realistic insect bodies ...

    On January 7, 2019 / By