FLOW Fest Expo – A New Fly Fishing Show to Consider?

A new fly fishing show just appeared on my radar and I think it's worth putting on yours too. FLOW Fest Expo is a brand new event coming to Asheville, North Carolina on March 13-14, 2027. It's being built from the ground up by the Mauri family, who many in the fly fishing world will … Continue reading FLOW Fest Expo – A New Fly Fishing Show to Consider? →

Pennsylvania Just Raised Its Trout Minimum Size Limit – And It’s a Big Deal

Good news out of Harrisburg that's worth sharing. On July 27th, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission voted to raise the statewide minimum harvest size for trout from 7 inches to 9 inches. It takes effect January 1, 2027, and it's the first time they've touched that number since 1983. Over 40 years! Better late … Continue reading Pennsylvania Just Raised Its Trout Minimum Size Limit – And It’s a Big Deal →

Redington Classic Spey Rod & Reel – My Trout Spey Entry Point?

Yes, I'm in a bit of a spey rabbit hole right now. You know I've been a Redington Classic Trout guy for a while now. The rod, the reel, I own both, fish both, and have written about both more than once on this blog. So when I saw Redington announce on Instagram they were … Continue reading Redington Classic Spey Rod & Reel – My Trout Spey Entry Point? →

Skagit vs. Scandi: Which Spey Line Is Right for You?

So, admittedly the following article is a little weird. I asked Ai to explain the difference between Skagit and Scandi spey lines. I sort of already knew the answer, but being a small stream trout guy who never spey fished before, I wanted a clear and simple explanation. Mostly so when I listen to steelhead … Continue reading Skagit vs. Scandi: Which Spey Line Is Right for You? →