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Thomas & Thomas Bamboo Fly Rods
In an ever changing world, technological advancements drive most modern industries. In the world of fly fishing these advancements have been vital to achieving some of the highest-performing gear in history. Through research, development, material evolution and innovative fabrication techniques, fly rods have become faster, stronger, and more sensitive. But[...]
Read MoreOil Spill in Our Backyard!
The diesel spill in the Millers River this week is a bit of an environmental disaster, and not just because it happened in Thomas & Thomas’s backyard. This spill was more than 6,000 gallons and eventually made its way to the Connecticut River, but through the hard work and[...]
Read MoreAlternative Species for New Saltwater Anglers
By Joe Dahut Working in a fly shop brings in all walks of anglers, and one of the best feelings is introducing new anglers to the endless possibilities in saltwater fly fishing. It’s a big ocean out there, and opportunities to interact with lesser known, or publicly recognized, species is[...]
Read MoreGuide Spotlight: Barrett Ames
I guide mostly on the Deschutes river, spring through fall, as well as coastal streams in the winter. The deschutes season starts as a trout fishery for me in the spring and transitions to steelhead trips and camps by mid summer through the fall. I guide almost entirely in[...]
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