Archive for October, 2011

Brake Jobs or Drag Systems on Modern Fly Reels

Written by Stuart on October 14th, 2011 Posted in fly fishing tips

Fly-reel drag systems have come a long way in recent years, but with that advancement comes complexity. Here’s your guide to understanding the inner workings of fish-stopping machines.  Marshall Cutchin photo   ‘I found this very interesting articale on the web and thought that you all might find it of interest.’ Stuart Illsley.  Eyebrook Tackle [...]

Choosing a Fly Line (Part 2)

Written by Stuart on October 14th, 2011 Posted in fly fishing tips

Choosing a Fly Line (Part 2) sectiuons 3  & 4. Typically, four factors determine which fly line is the right choice: fly size, the species and the size of fish you are fishing for. (Part 1) Fishing conditions, and your skill as a caster (Part 2) Factor 3: Wind and Temperature Sometimes the fish and fly size will indicate a certain [...]

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