Category Archives: Oregon Fly Fishing Tips

Tech Tip: Icing Fused Ferrules

Posted on July 15, 2009 by Caddisfly

Is your four piece a two piece? Or worse, your two piece a one? We aren’t talking women’s swimwear here. What I’m asking is whether you through no fault of your own, (or in my case a complete case of … Continue reading →

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"Hi and Dri" fly patterns great for hopper dropper set up

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Caddisfly

A flies “floatability” has always been a priority when fishing larger western rivers. Fishing two flies has now become quite common. In order to have a dry fly hold up a bead headed nymph it must be tied with “floatability” … Continue reading →

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Spey crazy, be afraid — by Jay Nicholas

Posted on June 30, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Rob Russell’s recent post on Spey Rods is over the top. Plain and simple, it rang so many bells that I couldn’t help myself. I should be mowing the lawn, or tying salmon flies, or sorting my threads. Hummm. Should … Continue reading →

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Considering a spey rod? Big water, big fish, big rods

Posted on June 26, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Considering a spey rod? by Rob Russell The “Spey” or two-handed fly rod has become the tool of choice for steelhead and salmon anglers looking to swing flies on big rivers. Two-handed rods take the drudgery out of swinging flies … Continue reading →

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Oregon’s prime big bug hatches under way

Posted on June 9, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

When people ask “What is the best time of year to come to your area?” I usually give a lengthy answer skirting the question, discussing how many great options there are to fish from the Eugene area. The fact that … Continue reading →

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Brownlining tip: Flip flops not recommended

Posted on April 23, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog
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Fish photo gets you a free drink

Posted on April 10, 2009 by Caddisfly

This week Phil Calandra “The Don du Comucopia” co-owner of Cornucopia’snew restaurant and bar on 5th and Pearl street stopped by the shop. http://www.gaelnet.de/wp-content/themes/twentyten/writing-an-apa-paper.html He was out promoting the new establishment, and invites anglers to bring a fish photo to … Continue reading →

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Video: How to organize your fly boxes

Posted on March 31, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

If your fly boxes are a disaster, you should probably watch this next video. We tear apart 12 months worth of disorganization, throwing out rusty hooks and mangled flies. Then we organize my hodge podge of fly boxes into six … Continue reading →

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How to match fly leader to fishing conditions

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Caddisfly

Each fishing situation requires a different leader selection. From deep dredging sink tips for steelhead to delicate dry fly presentations,  leader length and size determines how your fly is presented to the fish. The following is a discussion of leader lengths one might select given their line, … Continue reading →

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Winter steelhead feast: Caviar and Cutlets

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

So you finally had a big day on the river and you killed a couple of hatchery hens. It seemed like a great idea at the time, but back home on the fillet table, you end up with a pile … Continue reading →

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March Browns: Fly patterns and fishing tips for the McKenzie and Willamette

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Right now you need to get ready for some of the best trout fishing of the year, literally a few miles from downtown Eugene, on the lower Mckenzie River. Fly fishing really kicks into high gear starting this month with … Continue reading →

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More sale flies added to online store

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

Hogan’s Chubby Cousin, Fergus BW Bug and Mr Rubber Legs are a few of the flies I’ve just added to the .35-.75 cent flies in our SALE FLIES section.–CD

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New "SALE FLIES" Section added to Caddisflyshop.com

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Caddisfly

Our spring fly shipments have begun to arrive and it’s time to make some room. We have some great deals on flies that work great, but didn’t sell great. Patterns like  Barr’s Graphic Caddis, Mercer’s Micro Mayfly Nymphs, Tungsten Bead … Continue reading →

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Q&A: Wooden McKenzie Drift Boats with Randy Dersham

Posted on January 30, 2009 by Oregon Fly Fishing Blog

This week we visited Randy Dersham at Tatman wooden drift boats up the McKenzie River. Randy also owns Eagle Rock Lodge and runs WoodenBoatPeople.com. He’s got a lot of oars in the water. Randy is going to be at the … Continue reading →

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Apparel blow out sale online and at the shop. Simms, Ex Officio, Patagonia and Mt. Khakis all at least 30% OFF

Posted on January 28, 2009 by Caddisfly

We have some great fall/winter clothing on sale at the shop and online. Patagonia, Ex Officio, Simms and Mt. Khaki’s are all priced to move. Click here to find great deals on Mt. Khaki’s cords, jeans, twills and Original Mountain Pants. Click here to … Continue reading →

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