Mar 31, 2025 · Your local fly shops are the best source of information for fly fishing opportunities in Western Washington and beyond. Recommend Gig Harbor Fly Shop, Gig Harbor, WA (360) 851 …

Nov 4, 2009 · Greetings. I am in the market for a good fast action 8 wt. salmon/steelhead rod and am considering a closeout Xi2. I know this rod was really popular a couple years ago, and wondered if it …

Jun 27, 2025 · It's main use is going to be for dry fly fishing, on small streams. I may fish it occasionally on medium rivers, ( 25 ft width estimate). I do use terrestrials, humpy trumpy's kill on a local creek. …

Dec 8, 2024 · Hi folks, I am refinishing an older bamboo rod marked Iver Johnson Expert. It is 3 piece and 8’ 6” in pretty good shape. The only structural issue is a set in the tip section and a minor …

May 22, 2005 · A local fly shop had it's one year anniversary today and had several vendors there as part of the celebration. I spent about two hours with one of Scott's Pro Staff demo'ing rods and …

Apr 25, 2024 · I need advice. I live in Skagit County, and have fished the streams and smaller rivers. I have never flyfished the Skagit or Sauk (since Reagan was president). I recently picked up an 8 wt, …

Jan 10, 2018 · The more I know about why a fly was designed a certain way, the more confident I am in modifying colors, materials, etc. So here are my stupid questions: Why are the hackle feathers for …

Apr 23, 2024 · Hi everyone, I recently moved back to Skagit Valley and am excited to delve into fly fishing. I'm quite new to this and would appreciate any tips on good spots for beginners. Currently, I …

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