10 tips for catch and release fishing

10 tips for catch and release fishing

Practicing good catch-and-release skills is more than just a good idea; it is a responsibility.  Certainly, there’s nothing wrong with keeping a few fish for dinner or putting a few away in the f...

Fly CastingTips for Top Fly Fishing from a New Zealand Guide

Tips for Top Fly Fishing from a New Zealand Guide

It has been quite noticeable over 25 years of guiding that fly fishers rarely practice their casting techniques from one year to the next, often leaving any practice to only when they fish. Fortuna...

How to choose the right fly rod

How to choose the right fly rod

When it comes to selecting the right fly rod, there is a bewildering array of choices. Length, weight (or more correctly, power), action, material, and budget all come into play. Here are some cons...

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Welcome Brian Bennett to the Epic Family

You may not have ever met Brian Bennett, a.k.a. "Grandmaster Fish," but if you regularly pick up a fly rod, he has likely made your fly fishing life better. A veteran of the outdoor industry with a...

Photography on the Water: Help Your Buddy Nail the Hero Shot

Photography on the Water: Help Your Buddy Nail the Hero Shot

  A couple quick tips to up-level your photography on your next fishing trip. Spend enough time on the water fishing with friends and, at some point, someone is going to want pictures of their fish...

The Do's and Don'ts of Fly Rod Care & Maintenance

The Do's and Don'ts of Fly Rod Care & Maintenance

We’ve worked hard to build the very best fly rod we can. Here’s how to do your bit:  1. Store your completed rod dry and clean. Completely air dry your fly rod and place it in the cloth bag and t...