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Rich Strolis Fly Tying Tutorial: "Infant Stone"
As I write this, I am peering outside the window of my New England home and watching the downward progression of some rather large flakes of that white fluffy stuff, accumulating in my yard at an above average rate. It is really easy to get lost in a daydream,[...]
Read MoreMy Take: Choosing a rod – length and line weight decisions
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[...]
Read MoreThomas & 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[...]
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