Learning how to cast a fly rod farther will make you a better, more versatile angler.

When I started fly fishing for trout, I was told to focus on making short, accurate casts. I think it was good advice, for the most part. On many trout rivers, the ability to cast a fly 40 feet is ...

Do fly rod grips make a BIG difference in your casting? No, but the little difference it does make can equal that extra few feet that puts you in the fishes strike zone.

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 ...

Capt. Tom Weaver caught a 40-plus-inch striped bass in December that's been certified as the new all-tackle length fly world record.

This week a new company launched with a single product — a fly rod — that might have a shot at refocusing those views. It’s called Reyr Gear and its rod, the First Cast, is designed to be ...

The First Cast rod combines components of Tenkara and traditional rods for something revolutionary. The rod is a medium weight (roughly 6wt) with a medium fast action. It casts just like a ...

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Learning how to cast a fly rod farther will make you a better, more versatile angler.