Fly Fisherman Videos

Rigging for Lake Erie Steelhead

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:42:41 -0800

See how a professional fly-fishing guide rigs his client's nymphs, weights, and strike indicator to catch more Lake Erie steelhead.

Yucatan North: Baby Tarpon at Isla Blanca

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:41:07 -0800

FFM Managing Editor Geoff Mueller demonstrates how to hook, fight and land baby tarpon in the mangrove forests of Isla Blanca north of Cancun Mexico.

Yucatan North: Isla Blanca Permit

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:40:58 -0800

Hooking and landing a permit on a fly is rare -- rarer still on a flat, windless day when the surface is like glass and the permit are especially wary.

Bank Sipper

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:32:27 -0800

Jim McLennan catches a big Red Deer River brown trout rising in 10 inches of water.

30-inch Brown Trout on a Dry Fly?

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:46:35 -0800

A 29- or 30-inch brown trout feeds on caddis in the late evening on Alberta's Red Deer River. The trout is finally hooked, runs across river, and buries itself in a weedbed.

Skwala Madness

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:03:03 -0700

New Zealand-size brown trout rising to stoneflies on Alberta's Red Deer River.

Jack Hanna in Lake Creek Alaska

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:55:32 -0700

Jack goes wild for Salmon

Elk Hair Caddis

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 11:00:28 -0700

Al Troth's Elk-hair Caddis is one of the most widely used fly patterns in the United States, and his simple and elegant technique of tying a hair wing has been modified and adapted to suit hundreds of other patterns.

Large Wild Brook Trout

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Author Jim McLennan narrates his experiences with Fortress Lake brook trout.

Basics: Rods

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:43:55 -0700

Fly rods are available in a variety of weights and lengths designed to be teamed up with the right reel and fly line.

Fly Line Weights and Tapers

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:41:47 -0700

Fly line weights range from 0 to 15, matching the rods that complement line weight.

Line To Reel to Line Knots

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:37:17 -0700

When tying fly line to a reel, it’s critical to use the correct knots to attach the backing to the reel, plus your fly line to the backing. Here’s one easy step-by-step way to get the job done right.

Basic Fly Tying Tools

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:30:24 -0700

Vises, scissors, hackle pliers, stackers, bucktail, gauges and more. Dave Bloom lays out the basic tools you need to start tying flies.

Basic Saltwater Casting

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:15:12 -0700

In saltwater, several basic rules of the sea allows anglers to wade safely, cast well, and catch fish.

Fly Tying Basics: Thread Techniques

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:12:28 -0700

Catching fish on the flies you tie ranks, among some, the highest pleasures in fly fishing. Join Signature Tier Dave Bloom for a quick and informative overview of thread techniques used in fly tying.

Fly Tying Basics: Thread Techniques

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:10:51 -0700

The blood knot is ideal for attaching tippets to leaders and tippets to tippets.

Improved Clinch Knot

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 07:01:44 -0700

A simple Improved Clinch works well for attaching a fly to the leader.

Basic Fly Casting

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 12:29:35 -0700

When learning to fly fish, casting is the first thing to master. Lean what to do, and not do, to successfully make a short fly cast.

Lefty's Temple Fork Rods

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:17:17 -0700

Join editor Ross Purnell and legendary fly angler Lefty Kreh at the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show to talk about Lefty's newly engineered rods designed to have less rod-bounce for easier and more accurate casting.

Super Abel Reels

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:17:42 -0700

Besides the new introduction of a quick-change spool system, Abel continues to expand their lineup of custom designed colored reels.

Amazing Zipless Fly Vest!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:17:56 -0700

William Joeseph introduced a remarkable zipper-free fly pack that features a surprising watertight magnetic seal.

Safety First Waders

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:22:10 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, William Joseph introduced their new WST (Wader Safety Technology) waders that has an inflatable PFD (Personal Flotation Device) built into the chest area.

Super Tech Outerwear

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:23:14 -0700

Simms has incorporated a new high-tech UPF protection, anti-odor, wrinkle free, and wick enabled material into their fishing clothing lineup.

Popular Imperial Back In Style!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:23:28 -0700

St. Croix reintroduced their historically popular high performance fast-action Imperial rods at the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show.

Ross Reels

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:23:45 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, Ross Reels unveils their innovative high-tech quality drag plus a magnetic spool release systems.

Echo Rod Growth

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:24:03 -0700

Owner Tim RaJeff of Echo Rod Company proudly shows his huge lineup of rods, including a new Echo Geko rod designed specifically for kids!

Patagonia Jacket

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:24:19 -0700

Besides being completely recyclable, the new Patagonia Jacket, introduced at the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, has a long list of other notably impressive features.

Patagonia Head-to-Toe

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:24:34 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, editor Ross Purnell gets a detailed preview of the feature-packed Patagonia Guide Water waders that are destined to enhance wading experiences.

A More Perfect Reel!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:24:49 -0700

There's a new Hardy Perfect Reel that's even more perfect than the original (1927) Perfect--which was flawlessly hardy.

Light, Fast, & Acccurate Six-Piece!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:01 -0700

Ross Purnell joins Howard Croston of Hardy & Greys at 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show to get scoop on their new lightweight, durable, fast and accurate six-piece rod.

Switch Rods

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:16 -0700

Lawrence Stuemke of G.Loomis talk to editor Ross Purnell about the increasingly popular and versatile switch rods at the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show.

Dave Whitlock G.Loomis Rods

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:26 -0700

Legendary fly fisherman Dave Whitlock gets hyped talking about his new short-casting quick-loading rods that are specifically designed to target fish near shoreline structures with extreme accuracy.

Anti-Invasive Species Boots

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:36 -0700

Editor Ross Purnell joins K.C. Walsh of Simms to talk about a new rubber compound material that was specially designed to outperform and replace the use of felt boots in effort to combat the spread of invasive species.

Sharkskin Fly Line

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:25:49 -0700

Editor Ross Purnell talks to Jeff Wieringa of Scientific Angler about their Sharkskin fly line that is easy to cast, floats better, and has a long life expectancy.

Innovative Fly Boxes

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:02 -0700

Jeff Wieringa of Scientific Anglers reveals three new and impressive fly boxes that should definitely help combat the challenging task of sorting and keeping flies organized.

New High Performance Sage Fly Rods!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:16 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, Editor Ross Purnell meets up with Jerry Siem to disclose a few prime reasons why Sage rods are undeniably so good.

Expansive Sage Performance Reel Lineup

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:27 -0700

This season, Sage is powering into the reel market with the introduction several lightweight durable reels.

A Fly Box Gamut!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:37 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Tackle Retailers Show, Zack Dalton talks about the selection of C&F fly boxes that are designed to store anything from saltwater tarpon streamers to tiny #20 dry flies.

Ultra Stable Inflatable Craft

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:26:49 -0700

The Outcast Discover Standup, unveiled at the 2008 Fly Fishing Retailers Show, is a lightweight, stable and durable pontoon style boat that actually allows users to stand up to cast.

Technology Enhanced Saltwater Line!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:27:03 -0700

Zack Dalton of Rio Products International explains why several technology advancements to their saltwater line should ultimately improve casting accuracy and efficiency -- ultimately resulting in more successful angling.

Fine Fitting Waders

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:27:16 -0700

Join editor Ross Purnell and Meg Keller from the Orvis company as they discuss why the 2009 Silver Label Waders are one of the most comfortable, long-lasting, feature-packed waders on the market.

Enhanced Rod Performance -- Boron!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:27:29 -0700

Join Fly Fisherman editor Ross Purnell on a visit to the R.L. Winston Rod Company booth at the 2008 Fly Fishing Retailers Show to discuss why boron fibers enhance rod performance.

Boron Crafted Two-Handed Rods

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:27:42 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Fishing Retailers show, Annette McLean of R.L. Winston Rod Company outlines two-handed rods constructed with boron, a fiber material that allows rod builders to make a lightweight, responsive, durable and easy to handle rod.

Hello Helios!

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:27:54 -0700

At the 2008 Fly Fishing Retailers Show, Fly Fisherman editor Ross Purnell and Orvis Company’s Tom Rosenbauer discuss the innovative and already popular Helios series of lightweight, powerful, and functional rods.

Sparkle Caddis Emerger

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:03 -0700

Gary Borger has broken insect emergence into five different stages and has flies to imitate each stage. The Sparkle Caddis Emerger is Gary's choice for Emerger Stage 4.

Parachute Floating Nymph

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:13 -0700

Gary Borger has broken insect emergence into five different stages and has flies to imitate each stage. The Parachute Floating Nymph is Gary's choice for Emerger Stage 2.

Low Rider Mayfly

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:23 -0700

Gary Borger has broken insect emergence into five different stages and has flies to imitate each stage. The Low Rider is Gary's choice for Emerger Stage 1.

Adding Bass Popper Legs

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:33 -0700

Bass maniac Ben Romans showcases his balsa wood poppers and demonstrates how to add rubber legs to hard, durable, bass bugs.

Using an Egg Dispenser

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:42 -0700

Learn to tie Glo Bugs quickly and efficiently using the Amazing Egg Dispenser or an ordinary drinking straw.

Kevin's Caterpillar

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:31:53 -0700

When most anglers think "terrestrials" they think of ants, beetles, and grasshoppers but caterpillars also end up in the water and trout eat them with relish.

Craven's Two-Minute Parachute

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:02 -0700

Charlie Craven demonstrates how to tie a perfect parachute in about two minutes. See the details of his parachute technique in "Picture-Perfect Parachutes" in the July 2008 issue of Fly Fisherman.

Kevin's Stonefly

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:11 -0700

Kevin Howell shows how to tie a rubber-leg stonefly -- deadly for rocky, fast-water streams in the spring.

Yarn Spinner

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:20 -0700

Perhaps the easiest way to imitate the horizontal wings of this important stage of the mayfly lifecycle are with various types of yarn such as Antron, polypropylene, or Hi Vis with a dubbed body.

Woolly Bugger

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:31 -0700

The granddaddy of most of today's best streamer patterns, the classic Woolly Bugger is still a fish-catcher -- and it's variations can help you imitate everything from emerald shiners to damselflies.

Tying the WD40

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:42 -0700

The WD40 is a must-have pattern in Colorado and much of the West. On tailwater fisheries, it imitates emerging blue-winged olives and even though it has a tail -- is about the right size and shape for a midge imitation.

Thorax Blue-winged Olive

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:32:52 -0700

The thorax-style dry flies that resulted from Vince Marinaro's research were tied with hackle-tip wings set in the center of the body for better balance, and the hackle wound in X wraps behind and in front of the wing.

Craig Mathews' Sparkle Dun

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:33:04 -0700

The Sparkle Dun allows you to fish three stages of the mayfly life cycle with a single fly.

Pheasant-tail Nymph

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:33:13 -0700

The Flashback Pheasant-tail Nymph is a deadly pattern on any trout stream. The fly can be tied as small as #18-24 to imitate Trico and Baetis nymphs or as large as #10-12 to imitate stoneflies, mayflies and cased caddis.

Hook Sharpening

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:33:28 -0700

A sharp hook can be the difference between a frustrating day on the water and the trophy of a lifetime. Learn from Bob Clouser how to quickly and effectively sharpen a hook.

Beadhead Hare's-ear Nymph

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:33:46 -0700

Learn to tie one of the word's most versatile and productive fly patterns.

Hackle Spinner

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:33:59 -0700

The hackle spnner appears flush in the water when viewed from below but it easier for anglers to see than most other traditional spinner patterns.

Gulper Special

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:34:34 -0700

The Gulper Special, designed by Al Troth of Dillon, Montana, in sizes 14 through 18, is the favored fly on Montana's Hebgen Lake during its famous Callibaetis hatches. In smaller sizes it is a good Baetis and Trico imitation.

Foam Beetle

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:34:44 -0700

Most fly patterns in your fly box imitate aquatic insects like mayflies, caddisflies, midges, and stoneflies. However, studies have shown that on some waters, during parts of the season, trout actually eat more terrestrial insects than anything else.

Clouser's Epoxy Minnow

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:35:44 -0700

The epoxy Clouser is catches fish after fish without falling apart -- even when catching sharp-toothed critters such as bluefish. Learn from Bob Clouser how and where to apply epoxy for maximum performance.

Clouser's Deep Minnow

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:36:04 -0700

See Bob Clouser show step-by-step how to tie his famous Clouser Minnow.

Simplify Your Knots: Uni Knot

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:01 -0700

The uni knot is a quick and easy way to connect your fly to the leader.

Simplify Your Knots: Surgeon's Knot

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:10 -0700

Learn to tie the surgeon's knot to connect two pieces of monofilament.

Simplify Your Knots: Speed Nail Knot

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:21 -0700

Learn to tie the speed nail knot to connect your leader butt to the fly line, or your fly line to the backing.

Nonslip Monofilament Loop Knot

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:30 -0700

Learn to tie the nonslip monofilament loop knot.

Hemostat Quick Clinch

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:40 -0700

This knot helps you tie on a tiny fly when your eyesight or the light is failing.

Hemostat Blood Knot

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:29:58 -0700

Connecting a fragile tippet to the leader can be frustrating and time consuming. Use hemostats to solve this problem.

Nymphing Is A Drag

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 14:06:02 -0700

Jim Cox believes that sometimes adding movement to your fly is the best way to catch fish. Watch him demonstrate his J-hook nymphing technique to add movment and keep a tight line at all times to detect more strikes.

The Creep and Jab

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 07:01:43 -0800

Jim McLennan shows how to diagnose and cure the creep and jab -- a serious casting affliction that can cause normally good casters to develop an unwanted tailing loop.

Skagit-Style Spey Casting

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 07:12:31 -0800

Spey to Z: Learn the Skagit cast from Greg Pearson -- an excerpt from the DVD "Spey to Z".

Yucatan North: Ocean Tarpon

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:18:26 -0700

Big tarpon can be hard on tackle. Watch as an angler "high-stick" a 60-pound tarpon -- and break his rod like a piece of dry spaghetti.

Yucatan North: Wading for Permit

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:18:48 -0700

As evident by their V-wakes, a group of cruising permit approach near the top left of the screen as the angler casts. After the hookup you can see another group of permit approaching from nearly the opposite direction.

Yucatan North: Tarpon Chaos

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:19:30 -0700

Fighting tarpon can get crazy. In this clip, a 10-pound baby tarpon jumps in the boat, hitting cameraman Keith Kaneko right where it hurts the most.

Last of the Shad Fishermen

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:20:09 -0700

Fishing for shad on the Rappahannock River -- a parody of Last of the Mohicans with a fly-fishing twist.

A Moment with a Mayfly

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:21:05 -0700

Watch a large brown trout gorge on Western March Brown mayflies on Alberta's Red Deer River.

Surface Gorging

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:21:38 -0700

Watch guide Amelia Jensen pitch a dry fly on Alberta's Red Deer River to a rising 25-inch brown trout -- and catch it.

Fortress Lake Brook Trout

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:22:04 -0700

Take a flight across the Canadian Rockies to Hamber Provincial Park -- home of Fortress Lake and the biggest brook trout in the West.