Troutrageous! Fly Fishing & Other Nonsense
A fly fishing and tenkara themed blog about trout, pop-culture, and my daughter Lilly. Philadelphia born and raised, living in Northeast Florida.
Stumbled upon the brand Wicked Fly Rod & Reel Co. over the weekend when a teaser video for a new three-weight model popped up in my YouTube feed (courtesy of Midcurrent). https://youtu.be/wvB4wa6kbRM?si=dOU1SoF8vSFBA7Wf They've been around since 2017, so I'm just slow on the uptake I suppose. That said, I really dig that minimalist logo. Based … Continue reading Wicked Fly Rod & Reel Co.
If you've been reading this blog for a while, you're probably aware that when I use a fly rod and reel, I'm pretty fond of the Redington Classic Trout. I have the 7'6" 3-weight version, and no matter what other rods I pick up, I always tend to come back to it. Now the Redington … Continue reading Positive Press for the Redington Classic Trout
A great watch! Really worth learning more about Atlantic Salmon, their history, challenges, and some exceptional people dedicating their lives to make sure fishable populations these amazing fish keep returning to freshwater rivers. https://youtu.be/fLcCVvNtt8c?si=DqWRYreWvl-3ac2i Is it weird that YETI makes some of the most well produced fishing videos that you'll find these days?
It's kinda been forever since I first posted this video on Troutrageous!. But with today being Cinco de Mayo, celebrate with a cold cerveza and dedicate some time to watching this classic documentary by Joe Tomelleri, Truchas Mexicanas, the native trout of Mexico. https://youtu.be/IgLvcImJW1I?si=j9DtGrZqAds4jn2B Or if you prefer, check out this podcast with Joe as … Continue reading Truchas Mexicanas
Just because it's so pretty. 😍 Per Hardy: "For over 135 years, Hardy has been crafting and refining the 'Perfect' reel. Never content, our engineers are consistently striving for enhancements in search of true perfection. The Hardy 1921 Wide Spool Perfect offers a unique combination of some of the finest and most coveted features from … Continue reading New Hardy 1921 Wide Spool Perfect Fly Reel