Author Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Flash Blend Baitfish Brush – Product Review

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Just a very brief look at a product that has great potential for making bodies on all sorts of baitfish fly patterns for predatory species in fresh and saltwater. This is a dense brush, contrast with the new EP Invader … Continue reading →

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New SAGE Rods and Reels – Summer 2019

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Our old pal George Cook (long time sales rep and spey casting guru) stopped by the shop the other day for some show and tell on the latest editions to the SAGE Rod and Reel line ups. Check out the … Continue reading →

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Greg’s Turkey Biot Midge Fly Tying Video

Posted on July 27, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Greg ties a simple yet effective midge pattern for trout, the Turkey Biot Midge. Greg recommends tying it in shades of black and olive. Some of the largest trout he’s caught have come from small biot midges … Continue reading →

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McKenzie River Images July 2019

Posted on July 25, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Todd Moen of Catch Magazine joined me on the upper McKenzie for some “continued product testing” of the Outcast Ambush Frameless Raft. Fishing was good and boating was a blast. I have been really impressed with how the Ambush will … Continue reading →

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Summer Flies for Summer Water Conditions

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Water levels are lower on the Mckenzie, Willamette and tributaries. Hatches have diminished but trout still need to eat. Focus efforts early and late and look for shade during the day. Smaller dries and nymphs (#14-16) are the way to … Continue reading →

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Greg’s Copper John Euro Nymph Style Fly Tying Video

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

John Barr’s classic on a Euro Jig Hook. Have fun and explore different colors! Hook: Gamakatsu J20 (10-16) Bead: Hareline Tungsten Slotted Bead Wire: Lead-Free Wire (optional) Thread: Veevus 6/0 Cream Biot: Goose Biots Tan Body: Ultra Wire Brassie Blue and … Continue reading →

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Single-Station Composite Loop Intruder Red/Black Fly Tying Video

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Excited to have some Steelhead recipes available tied by Jim Sens. In this video he ties a Composite Loop Intruder in Red and Black – A terrific pattern to have while Steelheading this season. Look out for some of his … Continue reading →

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Tony Torrence’s Purple Rooster Fly Tying Video

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Tony ties a Purple Rooster fly pattern. This is a great attractor dry fly pattern to try on your local waters throughout the season. Enjoy! Thread: Black 10/0 Veevus Hook: TMC 100, sizes 10-18 Tail: Ringneck Pheasant … Continue reading →

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Grizzly Soft Hackle Marabou Patches Review

Posted on July 14, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Jay reviews Grizzly Soft Hackle Marabou Patches. Enjoy!

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Cuba Fly Fishing February 2020

Posted on July 11, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Our good friend Jon Covich has a great opportunity for anglers to visit Cuba this coming February. Jon is super experienced in traveling to Cuba and his expertise will help you navigate the proper paperwork to travel to and fish … Continue reading →

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Chicone’s Stealth Chain Bead Eyes Review

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

In this video, Jay reviews Chicone’s Stealth Chain Bead Eyes.

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Native Fish Society – Babine for a Benjamin

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

You could spend a week steelhead fishing the Babine River for only $100! The one and only Babine Steelhead Lodge have generously donated a week of steelhead fishing on the Babine River for 1 angler to support the Native Fish … Continue reading →

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McKenzie Pass Alpine Lakes July 2019

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

  Looking at a map of the Mt. Washington Wilderness Area you’ll notice a bunch of different lakes connected by lots of trails including the PCT, a trail that use to pass by my front door. I worked along this … Continue reading →

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Davis Lake Report Late June 2019

Posted on July 1, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Cash and I headed up to Davis Lake this past weekend. We camped at East Davis campground and launched my drift boat from there. Fishing was best from 8-2pm. We were able to chase rising fish outside the Odell Creek … Continue reading →

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Lower South Fork McKenzie River Floodplain Enhancement Project – Phase II

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Phase II of the Lower South Fork McKenzie River Floodplain Enhancement Project is underway. The Project will enhance habitat conditions within a 0.6-mile section of the South Fork McKenzie River and restore the connection to over 20 acres of floodplain. … Continue reading →

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