Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Fly-fishing may be the purest sport there is. Tying a fly that emulates an insect in the water to a line, then stealthily casting ...

In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

Using a float rod lets you present a bait suspended at a chosen depth in the water. The float sits on the surface, acting as ...

Key Takeaway: For this guide to fishing rods and reels, our writer interviewed professional guides and tested gear across lakes, rivers, and coastal salt flats. Our top pick for the best all-around ...

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I came to Tropic Star Lodge in Panama thinking of roosterfish. Less than two hours after arriving, I was casting a fly rod to ...

Are the Dogwood or Magnolia trees in your state in bloom? That's a good sign that the bass are becoming active. Spring and topwater action for bass go hand in hand. Here's a how-to to get you started.

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I wanted to know, first-hand, the difference between the Orvis Helios D and F, so I tested both fly rods side by side in tough, real-world fly fishing conditions. Continued from "Are Orvis Helios D ...

I recently picked up a used two-weight fly rod for $100 from Cross Current Outfitters’ gear consignment program. I spotted the seven-and-a-half foot Reddington Tempt listed on its Instagram page. My ...

Jason Mitzner shares tips for new fly fishers and how he turned his passion into a Eugene business.