CTS FISHING - CrystalGlass Fly Rod Kits
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by Cameron Mortenson
22h ago
Would you believe that I've never built a fly rod?  I have to say that the urge is getting harder to resist with the many great choices in fly rod kits.  The latest CrystalGlass Fly Rod Kits from CTS Fishing are seemingly a step up from others and you have dozens of blank color choices to choose from. There are six CrystalGlass Fly Rod Kits to choose from that span from their Quartz 7'6" 3-weight to the Quartz 8'6" 6-weight.  Depending on options chosen, prices for the kits range from $520 to $585. Visit the CTS Fishing website and check out the new CrystalGlass Fly Rod Kits ..read more
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WRITERS ON THE FLY - West Coast Tour 2024
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by Cameron Mortenson
22h ago
The upcoming Writers on the Fly West Coast Tour was recently announced and I sure hope that this typically left coast series of events make it to the southeast coast at some point.  If you're in the area and around on the dates listed below, make some time for this. From Jason Rolfe of Writers on the Fly... Writers on the Fly (WOTF), the popular fly fishing reading series and pop-up art show, hits the road again this April with their 2024 West Coast Tour. The Spring tour brings WOTF’s unique mix of fly fishing literature and art to Northern California and southern Oregon, kicking thin ..read more
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KOI: Swimming Jewels
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by Cameron Mortenson
5d ago
As a child, I can remember CBS Sunday Morning being on in the background of weekend breakfast making on the little color television on tucked in the corner of the kitchen counter.  I don't know how long that show has been on but they sure have done a lot to keep the feel of the storytelling the same. It's not lost on me that I likely sound like the "Koi Judge" when I talk to non-carp anglers about taking trips to Beaver Island and other places to try to get these fascinating fish to eat a fly. I'm okay with that but it does make me chuckle to myself.  Are you that nerd, too? Subsc ..read more
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TWO/AUGHT JOURNAL - How to Tie the Marabou Madness
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by Cameron Mortenson
5d ago
It's been awhile since I've shared a good step-by-step fly tying tutorial and this one from Josh Idol of Two/Aught Fly Fishing Co. is a good one.  The Marabou Madness isn't tough to tie and this Chico Fernandez pattern should be in your saltwater box.  Visit the Two/Aught Fly Fishing Co. website and if you don't want to tie your own, Josh can help you out with a custom order. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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MENDING THE LINE - Now on Netflix
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by Cameron Mortenson
5d ago
In case you missed it on social media over the weekend, the film Mending the Line is now on Netflix. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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EPIC FLY FISHING - Joe Mahler on Graphite vs. Fiberglass
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by Cameron Mortenson
1w ago
Take a few minutes and check out this recent article on the Epic Fly Rods website from fly casting instructor Joe Mahler on the differences between graphite and fiberglass. It's worth a read. Check out the Epic Fly Rods website and don't sleep on the Stocktake Sale as there are some great deals to take advantage of there. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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6 Cool Things
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by Cameron Mortenson
1w ago
The "promotions" folder of my email account is always getting updated with the latest and greatest and here's six things that have caught my eye lately with a pack bed for your pup, an upgrade for storing your fly rods and reels, throwback styled sunglasses to rock on and off the water, maybe the greatest "premium" nippers out there now, a new size to an already stellar tote family (read the T.F.M. review), and a new color from T.F.M.'s favorite loud, waterproof, and pairable (if you have two) speaker.  WINGO OUTDOORS - TRIXIE DOG PACK BED CREEKNUTS - KINNICONNICK FLY ROD & REEL CAB ..read more
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A Not Too Steady Flow of Mayflies
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by Cameron Mortenson
1w ago
Longtime readers know that I'm a fan of filmmaker Rolf Nylinder and his latest is a fun watch. There are few who can tell a story, or a series of stories, like him. Visit the Rolf Nylinder website and see more of his work on his YouTube channel. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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SKWALA - Trout & About Spring Sale
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by Cameron Mortenson
1w ago
The folks at SKWALA are kicking off the new season with the Trout & About Spring Sale and giving a 20% off discount through March 24th on their selected "Trout Kit" which includes... Carbon Wader Carbon Jacket Fusion Snap Shirt Sol Hoody I've spent a lot of time in three of the four on sale selections and they are absolute winners.    Visit the SKWALA website to check out the Trout & About Spring Sale and do know that we have an affiliate relationship where T.F.M. get a few coins for every purchase made. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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FLY SHOP TOUR - Season 2 - Episode 2
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by Cameron Mortenson
1w ago
The Fly Shop Tour continues in North Carolina with stops in Asheville and Cashiers. Click PLAY... Check out the Flylords website and subscribe to their YouTube channel, too. Subscribe in a reader ..read more
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