Let’s say you want to build a 9’ 4x leader. Here's a tried-and-true formula: the Harvey Gold leader. You’ll need to cut 18” segments of each of the following: 12 lb mono, 10 lb mono, 8 lb ...

So now you have a rod, reel, waders, leaders, and flies—and you still have $90 left over. While there are many gadgets you can get for fly-fishing, Allred recommends taking a simple approach to ...

Umpqua Trout Taper 10′ Leaders and Tippet. You’ll want to stock up on leaders and tippets of all thicknesses (that’s what the Xs mean) for all sorts of conditions, fish, and fly sizes. Umpqua makes ...

A fly fishing vest that holds your net is ideal for wading. Scott Einsmann. I’ve been fly fishing for more than 40 years, and I‘ve tested or owned many fly fishing combos for myself or to help others ...

Walk into just about any fly shop, and you’ll see a whole wall stocked with trout leader options. 9 ft 5x, 7.5 ft 4x, 12ft 4x – for most new fly anglers, the labels are a collection of numbers ...

How to Build a Tapered Trout Leader. It’s easier than you’d think! Let’s say you want to build a 9’ 4x leader. Here's a tried-and-true formula: the Harvey Gold leader. You’ll need to cut ...