Spring 2020
Features
The Perdigon Revolution
Tiny Flies Catch More Fish
These very simple and highly effective flies have taken European trout by storm. Now they are coming to your favorite waters.
Nadica’s Minnow
An Award-Winning Streamer
This terrific pattern won a gold medal. Best of all, it catches big fish!
Beneath Still Waters
21 Guide-Tested Flies
Want to get away from crowded rivers and still catch lots of fish? Colorado’s Front Range features some of the best trout lakes and ponds in North America.
The Golden Rules of Fly Tying
Expert Tips You Can Use
This passion of ours is as involved as we wish to make it. These simple principles will help you tie better fish-catching flies.
Au Sable Spring Fling
12 Patterns for Early-Season Success
Learn the secrets for fishing one of the Midwest’s most famous trout rivers.
ON THE COVER: David Klausmeyer Photo
Columns
Editor’s Bench
Win Gold and Glory
First Wraps
The Mayfly Project
On the Bench— On the Water
New gear for tying flies and catching fish
Beginner’s Masterclass
The Modern Surf Candy
New Dimensions
Creating Crazy Eyes 62 Materials
Materials Notebook
Tips for Tying with Turkey Biots
Profile
Chase Smith: Making Big Waves in Texas
One Fly
Lime Humpy
