Geartalk

Flylab Interview: Kyle Schaefer

The destination fly fishing lodge business is complicated–so many things need to line up to make a location truly viable.

Does Fly Fishing Need a Women’s Brand?

Founders trying to build in the fly-fishing space often describe the same problem Cassie Abel identified in bikes: gear designed for men and shrunk down and colored-up.

Flip’s Final Gift

As I sit reflecting on the man from “My-am-uh” and the legacy he left, I begin to recall the outpouring of love and sentiment that came in the days after his death.

The RIO Elite Gold XP Fly Line.

Quick Hit Review: RIO Elite Gold XP Fly Line

A versatile, “multi-purpose” fly line for turning over heavier flies and rigs with shorter casts.

Hardy 1921 Wide Spool “Perfect” Fly Reel.

Quick Hit Review: The Hardy 1921 Wide Spool “Perfect” Fly Reel

The Hardy 1921 Wide Spool Perfect fly reel provides classic looks with a wide spool design.

Hilary Hutcheson watching students at The School of Trout on the Henry’s Fork.

Fly-fishing Jobs: Guides and Sales Associates

Fly-fishing jobs for the week of March 4th, 2025.

Blue Winged Olive mayflies riding the surface of a spring creek.

Babysit Your Flies

So much is made of the notion that once you drop your flies on the water, you don’t want to mess with them…

Cutthroat trout feeding near the surface in a clear river or lake.

Timing Is Everything on Dry-Fly Presentations

Understanding the feeding rhythm of fish is critical to dry-fly fishing success.

Ben Furimsky, President and CEO of The Fly Fishing Show, Denver, CO.

In Review: The Fly Fishing Show 2025

Hot takes from The Fly Fishing Show in Denver this weekend.