Authoritative reference to imitating the important trout food forms in rivers and streams of the West. 150 patterns to match the super hatches of greatest significance to western anglers. Comprehensive--includes mayflies, caddisflies, stoneflies, midges,
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The definitive work on one of the legends of American fly tying, creator of the Gray Ghost streamer. Both a biography and a guide to the Stevens tying method. 85 color photos, 85 B/w photos; 8x11 inches, 184 pgs.
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This second, English edition was written by Jaromir Karafiat and Miroslav Machacek, two exceptional fly tiers and anglers from the Czech Republic.
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417 Detailed photos of the most popular fly patterns, and complete tying recipes for each fly. 2nd Edition includes frequent inclusion of stories of a pattern's creation or outstanding successes. 300 color photos; 8.5x11 inches, 158 pgs.
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This is a gorgeous, all-color, step-by-step book that will make steelhead fly tying easy. Scores of crisp color photos show you how to tie the most productive steelhead patterns including speys, traditional wets, skaters, wakers and dries. Once you learn
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A meticulous study of the complete writings of Kelson, showing how far ahead of his time he really was. Terry has invited some of the world's foremost classic salmon fly-tyers to interpret & tie many of Kelson's extremely complex patterns, giving us a new
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Oddballs include: baitfish, dragonflies, crayfish, leeches, sow bugs, terrestrials, etc.; all of them have proven themselves important to fishermen. For each food type there is a general discussion, thoughts on imitations (including tying & fishing techni
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Cul de Canard (Duck's Rump), Farefelue (The Crazy One), Plantureuse (Buxom Gal), Peute (The Ugly One)the names are deliciously French but one would make a terrible mistake to think that only French-born trout like these fishing flies. "Design," said Datu
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Clouser's approach to fly design begins and ends on the water, with a lot of time spent in between at the workbench. This is the full story behind Bob's popular and successful patterns. Recipes, instructions, methods, and variations are included, with col
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The perfect combo of art & practicality. Gorgeous Gyotaku prints highlight the artistry in the fly photography, making the book as beautiful as it is informative. The year-round fly-fishing opportunities in the flats, inshore, & off-shore waters of the So
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Brings together comprehensive interviews with 15 premier practitioners of the sport about how to catch trout across North America. Complete pattern recipes. 100+ 4-color photos t/out; 6x9 inches, 224 pgs.
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Details the tying recipes for 1,000 of the most effective & popular flies for fresh- & saltwater with new tricks & improved procedures; 130 silhouette illustrations showing the correct proportions of the patterns; full-color plates of more than 300 patter
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From simple fixes--using two whip-finishes rather than one to complete a fly so that it holds--to hints for working with tricky materials like marabou feathers. How to use the latest innovations as well as classic natural materials. 261 color photos; 7x9
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Expert teacher & fly tyer Skip Morris covers all the tools, materials & techniques needed to create 19 effective bass flies. Also included are 350 instructional tying photos with an additional 32 bass & panfish patterns provided at the end of the book. Fu
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Presents traditional techniques & innovative patterns along with clear & concise instructions & photos for flies that will work for all kinds of insects in all kinds of situations. Its time to spruce up your fly box with these 26 essential trout patterns
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Sandford became intrigued by the fact that many skilled & experienced fly fishers only ever use a handful, or less, of flies. We all, he concludes, have many more flies than we will ever need. This fascinating, meticulously photographed book is the produc
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This handwritten notebook, with drawings & step by step instructions, will be invaluable to all fly-dressers &, owing to the uniqueness of its presentation, will be a book to treasure for posterity. Contains all the steps to get you fly dressing, explains
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This comprehensive, detailed reference guide to fishing flies for use in Africa includes over 800 flies of European, American, Australasian & local origin. The origin & developmental history of each fly is discussed, as well as its dressing, any variation
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A fly tiers reference for tying a new generation of dry flies that have unsurpassed floatation & buoyancy. Learn how new materials & techniques that have the ability to revolutionize how dry flies are tied. Unsinkable dry flies are tied using heat shrink
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This special project will warm the heart of each fly fishing lover. 11 Czech & 10 Slovak fly fishers & tiers provide information about their fly their favorite patterns, tying techniques, & their use in practice to the wider fly fishing community. Contain
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New flies & old standbys from one of Umpqua Feather Merchants top-selling fly designers with step-by-step photos of 24 proven patterns for the most demanding trout. Detailed information on how to fish the patterns with over 30 rigging illustrations from
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The Henrys Fork is one of the most challenging spring creeks in the world & Harrop has developed techniques & flies to meet it. He shares his wisdom on the importance of insect stages, the flies for a successful fly box, & how to prepare for a trip to un
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Learn to tie dry flies, emergers, & nymphs with water-resistant CDC. 100+ fly patterns, including: Para-Emerger, Split-Winged Dun, Black Flying Ant, Mighty Midge, Skater Caddis & more developed by talented tiers like Rene Harrop, Tetsumi Himeno, Piet Wee
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Learn the 4 categories of wet-flies, describes how to dress them, & how to fish them with specialized tackle on rivers & still waters. Not only does the author describe how to tie & fish them, he also provides historical background info about these flies.
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More than 1,600 fly patterns that are part of the Canadian mosaic, some of historical significance, others so new that few have yet to tie & try them. Each fly is presented with a color photo & recipe, along with the originator &/or tier's name. Flies are
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Master fly-tying artist Scott Sanchez profiles 20 of the luminary artists whose contributions to fly tying are legend, along with drawings, recipes, & gorgeous photos of their flies. 73 Color photos & illus; 10x7 inches, 156 pgs.
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15 extraordinary close-up photos of some of the most popular & effective trout flies fished t/out Colorado today. Full color.
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The first complete collection of 100 top-producing dry flies, nymphs, streamers, midges, terrestrials, scuds & sow-bugs, emergers, & eggs for the fine lakes & rivers of Colorado as chosen by 5 noted fly designers & knowledgeable anglers. 100 color photos;
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Features in depth & detail the full range of classic salmon fly patterns from the simplest to the most complex. The twenty patterns together build on styles, types, materials, elements, & techniques. Learn to tie these 20 & youll master the craft & the a
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Takes off where the original ends. It is truly, as its subtitle proclaims, a book of advanced fly-tying techniques, explained & demonstrated in simple steps with concise instructions. Tie the Anatomical Green Drake, the ultra-popular Copper John, an assor
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