Abel Pliers | What’s New in 2025

Posted on by Mike Passalacqua
Materials & Construction The originals were built from 6061-T6 aluminum with stainless steel jaws — tough, corrosion-resistant, and nearly indestructible. The anodized finish held up well over time, and you’d be hard-pressed to find one that didn’t still work after years of use. 2025 Abel Pliers:The new pliers stick with the proven aluminum body but [...]

Traveling With Your Fly Tying Material

Posted on by Mike Passalacqua
Let me start by saying there’s no single “right” way to do this. Everyone’s needs are different, and travel styles vary widely—from the person who tosses everything into a box to the minimalist who keeps things ultra-organized. This post is simply a look at how I personally like to organize and travel with my fly [...]

Spiced Up Feathers | MFC Mottled Schlappen

Posted on by Mike Passalacqua
Montana Fly Company has introduced their new Mottled Schlappen feathers, designed to enhance fly tying with their unique coloration and versatility. These feathers feature a distinctive mottled pattern, offering a natural and lifelike appearance that is ideal for creating realistic fly patterns. Available in various sizes, the Mottled Schlappen is suitable for tying a wide [...]

Tie Wildly – EP Animal Craft Fur

Posted on by Mike Passalacqua
When it comes to making lifelike, flies, the right materials make all the difference. The new EP Animal Craft Fur is a versatile, natural-looking synthetic fur that brings your patterns to life with incredible movement and durability. Perfect for streamers, baitfish imitations, and crustacean patterns, EP Animal Craft Fur offers a soft yet strong texture [...]

Frog Eaters – Fly fishing for Snakeheads

Posted on by Mike Passalacqua
The Fish The bullseye snakehead is an invasive species in South Florida, originally from Southeast Asia. They thrive in shallow, weedy canals and backwater ponds, where they ambush prey from on the banks. They are air-breathers that can survive in low-oxygen environments, and they are highly territorial. These two factors make them an ideal fly [...]