The Fly Journal

The Idea Behind Our Curated Confidence Packs

Too many fly options can make anglers second-guess every decision on the water. Our Curated Confidence Packs were built to simplify fly selection and give anglers a proven starting point... Read more...

Why Every Angler Needs a Push Pole and a Quiet Morning

Some of the best mornings on the water have nothing to do with the number of fish caught. A push pole and a quiet flat have a way of slowing... Read more...

Favorite Summer Tarpon Flies and the One Box That Holds the Entire System

Summer tarpon fishing demands more than good flies. From the Tickler to the Pop-N-Shrimp, here are the proven patterns that stay in my boat all season and how the Salt... Read more...

Wide Body Mullet Fly Tutorial

If you fish flats, marsh edges, or open bays, you already understand one thing: profile moves fish. The wide body mullet isn’t about subtlety. It’s about silhouette, displacement, and presence.... Read more...

Vero Beach Redfish Report: How a Fly Change Triggered Instant Eats

Targeting shallow redfish on sand and grass edges required precision, patience, and the right profile. After refusals on shrimp flies, switching to a crab pattern and slowing the presentation turned... Read more...

How I Prep My Bite Tippets for Tarpon Season

A simple pre season system for tarpon anglers who want to save time and stay organized on the water. Learn how to stretch, cut, and store bite tippets so they... Read more...

How Capt. Dylan Tuchon Targets Educated Redfish in Tampa Bay

Redfish in Tampa Bay are highly educated and unforgiving in clear, pressured water. Capt. Dylan Tuchon breaks down his proven approach using downsized crab and shrimp patterns, quiet presentations, longer... Read more...

Designing Fly Patterns That Fool Fish, Not Fishermen

Designing flies that fool fish starts with understanding what they’re feeding on. From size and behavior to color, R&D, and on-the-water testing, here’s how each fly moves from idea to... Read more...

Top Fall Redfish Fly Patterns

Fall in Tampa Bay means cooler water, clearer flats, and redfish feeding hard. Our Redfish Fly Assortment features six proven patterns built for every fall scenario — from tailing reds... Read more...