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Tom Dorsey, Greenfield, MA I’ve been asked many times for recommendations regarding the choice of a fly rod. I have also observed and listened to discussions on this topic—enough to come to the realization that many anglers make their decision based on factors that don’t share common criteria. And while there[...]

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[...]

  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[...]

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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[...]