Categories for Fly Fishing Gear

Getting Ready for Fishing Season

February 14, 2019

There’s not much better in this life than spending a relaxing day on the river fishing alone or with friends and family. To get to that picture-perfect moment, though, you do need to prepare a bit by making sure you have all the gear you need to catch some big ones. Before you set out to go fly fishing in Fraser, CO, make sure to check the list below to ensure you have everything you need in your kit. It’s never fun to be out on the water and realize you forgot a key piece of gear: Fishing rods and... View Article

Why You Should Be Using a Tenkara Rod for Winter Fly Fishing in Fraser, CO

November 5, 2018

Would you love to continue your favorite pastime throughout the year, but struggle with winter conditions? Ice can wreak havoc on even the best fisherman’s plans. To thrive in the winter, fishermen must look to equipment made for winter fly fishing in Fraser, CO. Tenkara rods are the perfect solution. Why? Their design makes them ideal for winter use. They can help protect your hands from frigid temperatures and make your fishing maneuvers easier. Here’s the scoop. Guide-Free Fishing What usually happens to your guides in freezing temperatures? It’s inevitable. Your wet fly line slides through the guides. Water transfers... View Article

Choosing the Best Fly Rod for You

October 11, 2018

Whether you’re an experienced fly fisher or are entering the sport for the first time, selecting a fly rod that meets your needs is a challenge. There are a number of fly rods made of different materials, featuring different designs that meet different needs. Identifying the right combination of size, design, construction and quality for you and your fishing habits will allow you to select a fly rod that serves you best. Fly fishing in Fraser, CO is an exciting and engaging sport that requires skill and dedication. Learning how to fly fish is a challenging and interesting endeavor. There... View Article

How to Set Up a Fishing Reel and Fly Rod

October 11, 2018

There are few things more satisfying than pulling up a rod and catching a beautiful, striking fish. Colorado is rich with waterways abundant in fish that are aesthetically pleasing, which makes the Rocky Mountain State one of the world’s premier fishing destinations. Fly fishing is one of the most popular types of fishing in Colorado. Even if you’ve never been fly fishing in the past, you can still try your hand at this exciting, enthralling sport. Visiting a fly shop in Fraser, CO is a great way to learn more about the art of fly fishing. As opposed to conventional... View Article

Slingin’ Streamers

August 31, 2018

When it comes to fly fishing for trout everyone tends to think nymphs and dries. We’re trying to “match the hatch” so we focus on bugs, however at certain times of the year odds are the fish are, in the words of Hank Patterson, “slurpin’ a sculpin hatch”. Streamer fishing can be foreign and often intimidating to most trout fishermen, but once perfected it can lead to some of the most phenomenal days on the water you’ll ever witness. It just so happens that Fall is one of the best times to fish streamers, so get out there and huck... View Article

Winter Park Flyfisher