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

Back to the Jungle: Heli Fishing For Golden Dorado

For the first time in a long time, I’m excited. Anticipation keeps the travel exhaustion away. I’m happy. Happy to be back in this place, going back into the jungle, to see friends, hike rivers, ...

EpicpeopleGraphite (Carbon Fiber) vs Fiberglass Fly Rods

Graphite Fly Rods (Carbon Fibre) vs Fiberglass Fly Rods

If you are looking to get a picture of the differences between Graphite fly rods and Fiberglass fly rods, Joe Mahler has the lowdown. Of course, here in New Zealand we refer to these materials a li...

10 Essential Tips for Getting the Most from a Guided Fishing Trip

10 Essential Tips for Getting the Most from a Guided Fishing Trip

A little preparation and clear communication will ensure that both you and your guide have a pleasant and rewarding experience. Here are ten tips that will get you well on your way. Some book fis...

Man fishing at sunset on west coast of sweden

The Hunt for Sea Trout on Sweden’s West Coast

A full day on the Swedish west coast chasing sea trout — from chaos in the evening to silence in the morning, and finally, everything coming together when it matters. It’s cold — the kind of ...

Blue sky over ocean flats with two men fly fishing

Back to Bonefish: A Simpler Way to Fish the Flats

After 45 years of some pretty serious flats fishing fun, I have slowly evolved into a much simpler kind of tropical angler, specifically when it comes to bonefish. Back in the day, I bummed around ...

790Ti Taniam fly rod held by man on flats

Lucky Seven: Could the 7-Weight Be Your Go-To Fly Rod?

In fly fishing, we love categories—five-weights for trout, eight-weights for bonefish, heavier for tarpon, lighter for spring creeks. The seven-weight, overlooked and underrated, sits quietly in be...