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Grayling, often referred to as “the Lady of the Stream”, are one of the most elegant and rewarding fish to target on fly in the UK. Found in clear, fast flowing rivers from the Scottish Borders to the chalk streams of the south, they offer exciting sport well into the cooler months when trout fishing has closed. Where to Fish Scotland River Tweed and Teviot – famous for specimen grayling River Tay and Earn – vast system w… Read more

Iceland offers some of the finest Atlantic salmon fishing in the world. Clear rivers, strong runs and varied conditions make fly selection a crucial part of success. To help you prepare, here are ten of the most trusted salmon flies used across Iceland, with notes on why they work, the conditions where they excel, and the best sizes to carry. 1. Frances (Red & Black) Why it works: The most iconic Icelandic fly. Its shrimp like profile teases… Read more

The Adams Fly: America’s Favourite “When in doubt, tie on an Adams.” There is a certain comfort in knowing that if you open your fly box on any river in America, there will almost always be an Adams tucked neatly inside. Some flies are seasonal, others are regional, but the Adams is universal. Ask a hundred anglers their favourite dry fly, and chances are you will hear the same reply more than any other: “The Adams.&rdqu… Read more

Introducing two new hooks to the market, Partridge Catskill Short Shank CLSD and Partridge Catskill Long Shank CSSD. Both bring exciting options for fly fishers targeting Trout and Grayling during the winter months. The Partridge Catskill Short Shank: Is it a viable Spider Hook? It's a dry fly right... The Partridge Catskill Short Shank I believe will quickly earn its reputation as an alternative for tying spider patterns. With its sho… Read more