One of Fly Fusion’s regular contributing steelhead authors, Dana Sturn, reached out and asked if we could show some love to the struggling Thompson River steelhead population. Click here to read through the call to action and sign the petition if you’re wanting to help out the dwindling Thompson River steelhead return.
Join Katy Watson and April Vokey as they chase bull trout on a Northern BC fishery with little to no foot access in its upper stretches. Great vid and worth the watch!
The winter edition of Fly Fusion is set to hit newsstands this week. This issue is chock full of useful tips and techniques. For the gear junkie, the editors tested out nine new fly rods and they provide you with all the information you need in order to make an informed decision on the best new rod for your angling situation. The editors also tested out 2018s newest and hottest gear and have selected their favourites.
For the fly tier, renown fly-fishing author and speaker, Landon Mayer, makes his first appearance in Fly Fusion, discussing quick and effective fly patterns. And for the stillwater angler, expert Brian Chan simplifies the stillwater equation. You’ll find this and far more in the winter issue, so make sure you go out and grab a copy.
One of the deepest philosophical questions in fly fishing: Can a fly-angler’s box contain too many Chernobyl patterns. Just in case you fall on the “it’s not possible” side of the debate, here’s the recipe for the juicy looking Beavertail Chernobyl.
Beavertail Chernobyl Recipe:
Hook:Dai-Riki 730, #8
Thread: Uni-Thread, 6/0 yellow
Adhesive: Liquid Krazy Glue, applied to thread base
Underbody: Beavertail Chernobyl tan (River Road Creations cutter)
Underbody: Large black Krystal flash chenille tied only under the middle body segment
Overbody: Beavertail Chernobyl tan (River Road Creations cutter)
Legs: Montana Fly Company Centipede Legs, orange/black
Posts: White polypropylene
Swing Season–The Slowdown is a captivating look at the state of Olympic Peninsula steelhead. The film not only discusses the declining populations, it also encourages fly anglers to be part of a solution. Check it out and see what you can do to become a more responsible steelhead angler.
Jake Ruthven is a talented young tier out of Colorado and has developed a creative take on the Zoo Cougar. If you’re looking to stock up your streamer box this winter in preparation for estuary fishing for sea-run trout in the spring, be sure to give this innovative pattern a try.
Zoo Cougar Recipe:
Hook: TMC 9395
Thread: UTC Gel Spun
Tail: Marabou
Body: Flat Diamond Braid
Underwing: Faux Bucktail
Overwing: Mallard flank feather
Collar: Faux bucktail
Head: Chocklett’s body tubing
Eyes: Flymen Living Eyes
Tying Steps
Prompted by late-night reflection on the severe flooding in Alberta a few years back, I’m reminded of one of the great truths of fishing – fishing of any type. That truth is simply this: Change Rules.
We are very excited to announce the launch of a brand new streaming platform for the fly-fishing community! Welcome to Fly Fusion Streaming, where we’ll be adding new content constantly and you’ll have ongoing and access to the Fly Fusion Series as well as exclusive access to past presentations of the International Fly Fishing Film Festival. The best in fly-fishing films. Click through on the following link, get yourself signed-up and watch on any device: flyfusionstreaming.com
RIO–The first episode of season two of RIO’s “How To” series has RIO ambassador Rob Parkins teaching and talking about “How To Make an Overhead Cast”. In this film, Rob covers the three most important steps required before you start to make an overhead cast, and then explains how to make a “Pick up and lay down ” cast, how to “False cast” and how to “Shoot line”. In addition, Rob talks about the ideal line that will help beginners learn this essential cast.
