Over the last few years, I’ve noticed a big uptick in beginner fly anglers. My gauge for this is my inbox. Listeners of my podcasts know that I do my best to answer emailed questions, and a huge ...

Key Takeaway: For this guide to fishing rods and reels, our writer interviewed professional guides and tested gear across lakes, rivers, and coastal salt flats. Our top pick for the best all-around ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Three years ago, in the name of research (and fun), a crew of Field & Stream editors ...

Familiarity with 5-weight fly rods is a common trait amongst fly anglers. The generic 9-foot 5-weight fly rod remains the starting point for most anglers embracing fly fishing. Anglers looking into ...

When we wrote about the Sage Circa ($775) for our fly rod roundup last spring, we hadn’t yet tested it in depth. Our trip to Scarp Ridge Lodge in Crested Butte, CO, provided the opportunity to take ...

Like many bass anglers, John Deshauteurs has an abundance of specialized tackle. Rods with a broomstick-strength backbone and multi-gear reels that are engineering marvels. Tools to drop a jig into a ...

I've always thought of Hardy as a fly reel company. High end quality English reels with a lot of history. I was reluctant to the idea of fishing a Hardy fly rod, especially one built for the salt.