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Every angler, fly or conventional, has a “go-to” lure or fly they use, whether it’s for one species or multiple. Many trout anglers might say the pheasant tail nymph is their preferred fly. Others would never consider a fly box complete without at least one of Lefty Kreh’s Deceivers or...

For 2022/2023, TFO is proud to announce its newest additions to the fly fishing category: the all new Pro III series available in both single hand and two handed options, new additions to the NXT Black Label rod series, and upgraded components to the Bluewater SG series. Find out more...

I always say that bass fishing is about the bite, while saltwater is about the fight. Not to downplay the fight of a large bass, but the drag screaming from a saltwater fish is a different feeling altogether. No matter the type of water you are fishing that day, it’s...

Perch will usually spawn in early April thru mid-May, depending on water temperatures, and overall weather conditions.  Look for water temperatures in the 45-58 degree range and if the water remains cooler, sometimes they’ll spawn as late as early June.  I find my early season perch in deeper water around...

Waking up and hitting the beach every morning with my setter is some- thing I know is really special. I see the Caribbean from my porch, and often see tarpon rolling from the nearby dock. I am immersed in the fly fishing guide community in San Pedro. I have a...

Experienced fresh water fly fishers venturing into the salt understandably have questions about leaders, connections, and knots. Although some big game species may require specialized rigging, striped bass, bluefish, bonito, false albacore, weakfish, redfish, snook and many other small to medium inshore species don’t call for anything terribly complicated. Depending...

Skipping docks with frogs can be a very fun way of fishing lakes loaded with docks. While a lot of anglers use wacky worms and ned rigs, skipping frog patterns can be an effective and exciting alternative to catching big bass. I use the Tactical Elite Bass 6'10 Medium Casting rod ...

Don't be koi. We know you've been dreaming of casting a fly into your next-door neighbor's koi pond while they're on vacation. Gear up for suburban fishing with the all-new Tactical Koi rod. Business parks, malls and lobbies everywhere become thrilling fisheries as these artificial ponds become your new favorite fishing...