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Mike Brooks fly tying video: Syd Glasso Quillayute

June 27th, 2008 · No Comments

Friend of the shop, Mike Brooks, ties some of the most elegant flies we’ve ever seen. This pattern, originated by Syd Glasso, is an excellent traditional steelhead fly. Mike’s flies are on display in the Smithsonian.

Quillayute
Hook: Size 4-6 Tiemco up-eye steelhead hook
Thread: 6/0 hot orange
Tag: Flat silver tinsel
Tail: Golden pheasant breast feather
Body: Fluorescent fire [...]

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Q&A with fly fishing photography pro Brian O’Keefe

June 27th, 2008 · No Comments

According to professional fly fishing photographer Brian O’Keefe’s website, he has been serious about fly fishing for the past 30 years. During the past 20, cameras have played a significant part in his outdoor lifestyle. You might say that is an understatement.
An Oregonian, O’Keefe has fished and photographed the most amazing location across the [...]

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