The Drift - Fly Fishing, Fly Casting and Fly Rod Building

Fly Casting - Tips on casting controlled open loops

Open It Up Tips on fly casting controlled open loops - By Joe Mahler My fly-fishing teeth were cut on fiberglass fly rods and, after wiping out my savings account, bamboo rods. I was always fascina...

Fly Fishing in Iceland: Chasing Browns, Char & Atlantic Salmon

Four fisheries, ten days. Not much sleep, but plenty of time on both the camera and the fly rod. The fly-fishing industry is an odd one. We’re a diverse community, made up of a wide spectrum of...

Bag of Tricks - Three Useful Fly Casts You’ve Probably Never Seen

Three Useful Fly Casts You’ve Probably Never Seen Fly rodders are among the most resourceful and innovative creatures on earth. If there is a shady nook in the mangroves, a fishy-looking eddy, or a...

10 Common Fly Fishing Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Even the best anglers make mistakes. Whether you’re new to the game, a bit rusty after a long winter, or just need a refresher, these are the slip-ups that cost fish — and how to avoid them next t...

Fishing Spots Nobody Talks About (and Everyone Lies About)

Let me tell you something—there’s always a stream nearby. Always. Somewhere close, there’s water flowing, whispering for you, hiding trout who still think a Royal Wulff is just a flashy forest ...