The combination of yellow and orange has long been a favorite of Tarpon guides around the world. This Marabou Tarpon pattern has a study hook, great movement and it’s light dressing allows for relatively easy pick up and cast. We love this pattern in “dirty water” lagoons when you need a fly with excellent visibility. Continue reading
In this video Barrett demonstrates how to tie a simple tube fly pattern. We have found this black and blue color combination works well for both Summer and Winter Steelhead. Continue reading
If you’re interested in the fly fishing publishing biz, check out these Q&As from Rob Russell with the publisher of Stackpole Books and the editor of Fly Fishing & Fly Tying Journal.
We invite you to join us for our annual Christmas Party at the shop December 17th 2010, 4-8pm. Ninkasi Beer, Oregon Electric Station Catering, special savings, and free gift wrapping will be available.–CD
Barrett demonstrates how to tie a simple but effective Blue Winged Olive nymph. Using UV Ice Dub as the thorax, the fly is given “hot spot” for the fish to key into. Use this pattern all Winter and Spring on the Metolius, McKenzie and Middle Fork of the Willamette. Fish the BWO nymph in tandem with a heavier fly to get in down near the bottom. Continue reading
The Pheasant Tail Nymph is one of the most effective fly patterns in the world. It’s slender body and thorax represent a great variety of Mayfly nymphs. In this fly tying video we have added a new color of Ice Dub to this old stand by pattern. Have these in your box this winter in sizes #16-20 to imitate beatis and other developing Mayfly nymphs. Tie them in #12 and #14 for our annual March Brown emergence. Continue reading
When I was a kid, my family presented me with a new hardbound flyfishing book every Christmas. Those books became the foundation of my flyfishing universe, and I still cherish every one of those books today. I don’t think there’s a better gift for a young angler than a good flyfishing book, even in the modern age of electronic media.
After reviewing Lower Mckenzie river levels before the last rain/snow storm it appeared the river was continuing to drop to a decent fishing level. The only bad deal, the water and air temperature were dropping as fast!
This Winter Steelhead egg pattern can be used alone in shallow water, or dropped off a heavier egg pattern like a Lowly Glowly or a UV Yarn Steelhead Egg. Numerous color combinations can be effective, one could change the bead, or change the UV Steelhead Yarn. Dead drift this pattern for best success on Winter Steelhead.
Last weekend, I met my friend Julian on the Olympic Peninsula to jumpstart the winter steelhead season. Cold clear weather, dropping rivers, and lots of fish. We fished switch rods with indicator lines for two days, and even caught a few salmon and dollies in the mix. Photo spread below:
Winter Steelhead season is here. Early fish have been reported in the Alsea, Umpqua, Siletz and many other rivers. In this short video Barrett demonstrates how to tie an alternative to the Lowly Glowly (one of our most productive egg patterns). The UV Yarn Steelhead Egg is really fast to tie and doesn’t involve shaping McFlyfoam or Egg Yarn. Instead clumps of Steelhead Stalkers UV Egg Yarn and UV Ice dub are employed to make a simple, heavy egg fly.–CD
Purchasing a gift for the fly tier might seem difficult. With all those feathers, hooks, and glue all over the desk, how would one know what they might need. The following video is designed to provide ideas for those considering gifts for the fly tier.–CD
Cordura Fly Tying Tool and Vise Carry Case
Stonfo Super Magnetic Hook Box
Stonfo Small Magnetic Hook Box
Vise Fly Rack
Renzetti Foam Fly Tying Tool Caddy
Stonfo Adjustable Tension Bobbin
Petitjean Thread Through Bobbin
Marc Petitjean Tool Set # 1
Marc Petitjean Tool Set # 2
Happy Thanksgiving to all. The Caddis Fly will be closed Thanksgiving Day but open the Friday following and resume normal hours M-F 9-6pm Sat 9-5 Sun 10-3pm. Our online store is always open, at Caddisflyshop.com. We have numerous gifts for the fly fisher and sales-and-closeouts available during the holidays. For up coming events and classes including this years Christmas Party have a look at our events page.
Rivers on the South Coast have dropped into shape nicely, and Salmon are being caught. The McKenzie and Middle Fork of the Willamette are also in shape and still dropping. Despite pretty nasty weather of late decent fishing opportunities do exist.–CD
ODFW has posted maps and descriptions of three proposed marine reserves for public review: Cape Perpetua near Florence, Cascade Head near Lincoln City and Cape Falcon near Manzanita.
Only three available in existence. We custom ordered these knowing you would need them in Glendale Arizona at the National Championship Game. Mind you these are high performance, great fitting Oakley polarized shades. You will want to wear them when fishing, driving or going to the game. GO DUCKS is etched in to the polarized lens, Custom O, ear socks and frame colors.–CD
Oakley “Blades” Custom Polarized Sunglasses
