Blog Archive

New Simms Protection From Sun & Swarms

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

Anyone who's ever pulled up to the Flamingo boat ramp before the sun came up, fished the Tamiami Trail around dusk, or got too close to certain keys and islands knows that swarms of mosquitoes and no-see-ums can drop morale in seconds. The fly line eating ingredients and nauseating odor of bug spray may have [...]

New Fishpond Gear Made From Recycled Fishing Nets

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

Fishpond has really stepped up their conservation game with the new line of CYCLEPOND bags and packs, made from from 40-100% recycled commercial fishing nets. The use of recycled nets not only aids in the removal and prevention of marine pollution, but also 27% less natural resources are consumed and 28% less greenhouse gas is [...]

New At The Shop: Patagonia Gear For When Cold Fronts Bring Hot Fishing

Posted on November 8, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

We've all been here: the air temperature is lower than the water temperature and dropping, it's the beginning of a cold front and the fish know something's up. They'll be on a warpath to find warmer water, eating everything and anything they can along the way. Problem is, running to your favorite spots on a [...]

November Fly Fishing Photo Contest

Posted on November 1, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

Enter the November Fly Fishing Photo Contest for a chance to win a $150 Ole Florida Gift Card. Winner will be picked randomly on November 16, 2015 and the Gift Card will be valid both in-store and online. Post your best fly fishing photo to the Ole Florida Fly Shop Facebook page to have your [...]

How To Tie The Bone-B-Que

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

The Bone-B-Que is the product of our own Biscayne Bay guide Capt. Dave Saddler's (turtlegrasscharters.com) time on the water studying the habits of the giant bonefish that rove through the Bay. The Bone-B-Que started out as a modified bonefish slider and has evolved into a proven pattern not only for bonefish, but also for redfish, [...]

6 Brand New Enrico Puglisi Materials Worth Trying

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

Enrico Puglisi, who we may start referring to as the godfather of synthetic fly tying materials, is at it again with these 6 new tying materials for 2015. For years Enrico has been opening the doors to a world of opportunities for saltwater fly tyers with his fibers and brushes, now he's changed the game [...]

We’re Taking 15% Off Flies & Materials To Celebrate The New Site

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

Built on a lifetime of fly fishing dedication, this brand new shopping experience features innovative functionality designed to enhance and simplify the way you shop for fly fishing gear, materials, and apparel online. Here’s just a few new features…

How To Tie The Eat Me (Ole Florida Style)

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

The Eat Me Fly is originally the brainchild of Capt. Scott Hamilton of Jupiter, FL (www.flyfishingextremes.com). Capt. Scott fishes the inshore and offshore waters of Palm Beach county. He developed this fly needing something that not only looked the part of a natural baitfish but was durable to last many eats by a variety of [...]

How To Tie The What’s Up Dock

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Mike Mastropasqua

The Whats Up Dock was created by shop owner Darren Selznick to imitate the small baits that Snook in South Florida chow on at night under the lights. It is a good imitation for both tiny baitfish and shrimp.

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