We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Three years ago, in the name of research (and fun), a crew of Field & Stream editors ...

Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Fly-fishing is fun because it’s hard. Yes, anyone can buy some spinning gear and hurl ...

The modern-day trout angler has a vast array of fly rods to choose from. As someone who’s spent far too much time in fly shops looking at and thinking about all these options, I understand how ...

From Issue One of the Gear Patrol Magazine. Free shipping for new subscribers.. For all practical purposes, a five-weight, nine-foot rod is the industry standard freshwater fly-fishing ensemble. Its ...

Fly fishing for bass isn’t always easy, and there are more effective ways to put a bunch of fish in the boat. But if there’s a more exciting way to catch bass, I haven’t found it yet. If you want to ...