Want to know what makes a good bonefish box for the Bahamas? You’re in luck because, I wanted to share my top five patterns for use in the Bahamas. One thing to note here: The range of sizes below will allow you to have a pattern that will work wether […]
Fly fishing has long been a male-dominated sport, and for many women, learning the craft can feel intimidating, especially when trying to pick it up alongside partners or significant others. Too often, those well-meaning fishing partners expect us to figure things out as they do, sometimes resorting to stepping in […]
In 2020, I wrote an article for Fishwest about my experiences planning DIY fly fishing trips in New Zealand. Recently, I had the opportunity to return to New Zealand’s South Island for another DIY adventure. While North Island may be the most underrated fly fishing experience out there, South Island […]
I have to start this blog off with a disclaimer, Fishwest does not currently sell the Women’s Sea Knit Boat Shoe that is apart of this review. BUT that doesn’t mean we can’t get you them. If you are ready for a pair give us a call and we can […]
Fly fishing is as much about the adventure as it is about the tools you bring along. Whether you’re chasing tailing reds in the flats or battling golden dorado in remote waters, the Sage Maverick is a versatile rod that delivers power, precision, and performance across environments. Designed for Versatility […]
Have you been thinking about a new rod? Allow me to give my review of the Air 2 and the Air 2 Max. I personally own the 6wt Air 2 and on several occasions borrow the Air 2 Max 8-10wts when on my destination travels and I can confidently say […]
Fly fishing is as much about the adventure as it is about the catch. The rush of standing on the bow of a skiff in the heart of the tropical marshes, casting to golden dorado lurking beneath the surface, is something every angler should experience. But with adventure comes challenge, […]
Ever dreamed of casting your line for the powerful Golden Dorado? Let me introduce our latest adventure in partnership with Set Fly Fishing: Golden Dorado Fly Fishing in Corrientes, Argentina. Introduction We’re thrilled to offer you the chance to explore one of the world’s premier fishing destinations: Argentina’s Corrientes region, […]
The hype and anticipation for this adventure to the Bulkley Valley was unlike anything I have ever felt before. Unlike previous adventures, this year’s trip had an aura of electricity surrounding it. This was mainly because the early returns catalogued by the DFO Canada in the Skeena Region showed numbers […]
Late summer is an interesting time for fly fisherman in the western United States. The early summer mayfly and stonefly hatches diminish. Kids go back to school, and work obligations pile up after summer vacations. Brown trout have not yet felt their pre-spawn angst, and streamer fishing is often futile. […]
I am just starting to recover (and dry out) from our most recent hosted trip to the Mexican Yucatan. Despite the weather, I find myself in awe of how great the fishing really was. Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the new, and vastly improved, Tarpon Cay Lodge, […]
Hello, fellow anglers! Brooke Bailey here, Fishwest Fly Shop Manager, with another exciting rod review. This time, I had the pleasure of testing the Winston Air 2 Max Fly Rod, and let me tell you, this rod is hands down amazing. First Impressions The moment I got my hands on […]