Posted by James on 23rd Sep 2025
Quick Reference
Best months: June to September for night fishing, good daytime sport after spates
Key rivers: Towy, Teifi, Dovey (Dyfi), Dee
Night tactics: Quiet wading, fish across and down, slow retrieve, listen for the swirl
Day tactics: Cover water in coloured or rising rivers, small wets and nymphs, streamers in spate
Top flies: Teal Blue and Silver, Mallard and Claret, Black Pennell, March Brown, Hare’s Ear Nymph, small Zonkers
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Posted by James on 18th Sep 2025
For many salmon anglers, Norway is the pinnacle of the sport. The Gaula and Orkla rivers are legendary, producing some of Europe’s largest Atlantic salmon — with fish regularly caught in the 20–30lb range and occasional monsters pushing past 40lb.
The season typically runs from June to August, with peak fishing in late June and July as runs build. These rivers are fast-flowing, with boulder-strewn pools and a mix of deep glides,… Read more
Posted by James on 3rd Sep 2025
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