Ken Milton – Hand-Tapered Mono Leaders Before Poly Leaders
What We Learned from Ken Milton in the 1980s
Why We Use Polyleaders for Riffling Hitch & Dry Fly Fishing
At Fishmadman we have used polyleaders for many years — especially for riffling hitch and dry fly fishing for salmon and sea trout. While lightly sinking leaders for surface fishing may sound controversial, we have found several major advantages in…
Wingman — Holding Position
Wingman is not about being first. It’s about holding a position. A riffling hitch tube fly built for balance, angle control, and clean movement in fast water.
A smart riffling hitch tube fly tying tool
Before You Start Tying Riffling Hitch Tube Flies: A Handy Tool for the Job Before you dive into tying riffling hitch tube flies, it’s a good idea to create a specialized tool for poking a hole in the belly of…
The Mystery of Colours in Salmon Flies
Salmon and trout possess highly specialized vision, finely tuned to detect a range of colours. This adaptation is crucial for their survival, helping them locate prey and avoid predators. Their ability to perceive colours such as red, green, and blue,…
