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. […]
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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 […]
Hello, fellow anglers! Brooke Bailey here, Fishwest Fly Shop Manager. I recently had the privilege of testing the brand-new ORVIS Helios D Series Fly Rod, and let me tell you, it’s an experience worth sharing. First Impressions When our Orvis rep, handed me the Helios D Series, I was immediately […]
The team at Fishwest is proud to announce the latest addition to our team of industry partners, we are excited to now offer products from Skwala Fishing, both online and in our flagship retail store, located at the gateway to Utah’s Uinta Mountains in Kamas, Utah. Skwala is proud to […]
Buenos Aires, The Best Mandatory Pit Stop in All of Fly Fishing – Chad Agy An opportunity to explore Buenos Aires is perhaps the most underrated feature of a trip to Argentine Patagonia. In fact, the realities of the travel agenda almost require a sojourn to the big city. All […]
Editors Note: It isn’t a secret that winter is not the favorite season for many anglers, at least for the ones who are pursuing trout. Thoughts of winter fishing beget memories of frost-nipped fingers crushing ice out of frozen guides. A pinhole leak in the waders slowly allows the chilled […]
Simms has earned its reputation as a top-tier manufacturer of fishing waders, offering a diverse lineup that caters to various fishing styles and preferences. In this comprehensive blog, we will explore and analyze the Simms wader lineup, scrutinizing the pros and cons of each model. Our focus will encompass the […]
One of the greatest parts of the fishing calendar is upon us: hopper season! It always baffles me that the same streams packed bank to bank with anglers during stonefly season are nearly devoid of people during hopper season, although the fishing is remarkably similar. Big surface eats, large fish, […]
Are you looking for something new to try this summer while in Utah? Whether you are a local or just visiting, Fishwest has something for you! Fly fishing is a rapidly growing hobby and we at Fishwest want to arm you with all the knowledge possible for success in this […]
Another long post. An overwhelming amount of information that will hopefully arm you with what you need to successfully catch some permit! Let us mention again, that the suggestions we offer are specific to our time fishing saltwater and may not be what everyone else does. Try to be subjective when you read […]
Chad Agy, Fishwest Ambassador and his friend Brian set off on a remote float trip adventure last August. One that not only made memories for a lifetime, but one that left them with a startling experience. Enjoy continuing to read their experience in, The Alaska Chronicles – Don’t Mess With […]
Welcome back to our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Part 6. This week we’re talking about fly rods. The quintessential part of fly-fishing! Below you will find our recommendations for Beginner, Mid and Top tiers. Whatever your budget may be. The rods suggested below are also the best bang for […]
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