Our Top 10 Snook Flies

When it comes to catching large snook, there are a few flies that stand out. This list of the top 10 snook flies will give you some insight into how, when, and where to fish them for the best success. Snook are predatory fish that are normally eager to eat a fleeing baitfish. An important [...]
Top ten redfish flies

Our Top 10 Redfish Flies

Top 10 Redfish Flies From the lower east coast to the Gulf of Mexico, Redfish thrive and eagerly devour a well-presented fly. Below is a list of 10 redfish patterns that we personally use at the shop. Each of these patterns has certain characteristics that allow it to perform well in specific situations you'll encounter [...]

An Overview Of The Scott Wave

The rod feels like a premium rod in your hand. The swing weight is the first thing we noticed. The rod is light and sharp with extremely fast recoil. This fast recoil allows for great rod tip tracking and control over your loops. In close (under 50ft) the rod is deadly accurate and is very [...]

AFFTA Line Weights And What They Do

When it comes to fly line weights, there is an organization known as AFFTA (American Fly Fishing Trade Association). In 1959 the AFFTA line standardization weights set a baseline for all lines to be measured. You might ask yourself why this is important. AFFTA gave us a reference range on what weights worked better at [...]
One Day A Year

1 Year In The Making | One Fly A Day

If you haven't seen our first blog post in regards to Shop Boy Richie tying One Fly A Day, check that out here. last year on New Years' day, Richie started off with his resolution to tie 1 different fly a day for a year. Above is a short Q&A with him and how he [...]

Offshore On The Fly | With Captain Scott Hamilton

Captain Scott Hamilton When it comes to offshore fly fishing there is no one else more experienced than Captain Scott Hamilton. Capt. Scott has had his hand in the salty waters of the Palm Beach offshore scene for over 25 years. He thrives in the chaos that is bluewater fly fishing and has established himself [...]

What To Expect When Visiting South Florida | Fly Fishing Opportunities

The Fishing Opportunites in South Florida. Whether it is running away from the cold, enjoying palm trees and light breezes, or tequila sunrises on the beach. Florida is a great escape and boasts world-class fishing that northerners vacationing south end up wanting to give a shot at. With so many options at your disposal you [...]

More Than A Cast | Feeding Flats Fish

This writing is a slight follow up to "Sight Fishing Between The Ears". After you've dialed in spotting fish and reacting with the cast.. now you have to get the fish to eat. The thrilling visual excitement of watching bonefish, tarpon, and permit tracking a fly and then committing to it - knowing that you [...]

Fly Fishing The Mullet Run

The Mullet Are Here What is the Mullet Run The Mullet Run is an event that takes place along Florida beaches and intracoastal waterways. A big bait migration coming from the north - traveling southbound in the months of September-November (more on times later). Stalked by the numerous predator fish that prey on the tasty [...]

Fly Fishing South Florida Peacock Bass

South Florida Peacock Bass There's nothing like the vicious strike of a peacock bass. They roam the canals and backwater lakes of southeast Florida, making them extremely accessible especially on-foot. Miami-Palm Beach is a travel destination for freshwater chaos that will leave you smiling ear to ear about the memories made. What makes this fishery [...]