Flyfishing Basics

 

    * The best way to practice at home (it's not just imaginary casting).
    * What the pros do when they need to find a rod that's perfect for them.
    * How to change the hold on your grip under any fishing condition.
    * 4 top bait choices no expert would do without.

    * The secret to keeping your dry flies floating higher and longer.

    * 3 types of reels. (which one is right for you?)

    * 4 ways to tie the perfect, tight knot.
    * 6 things to look for when choosing the fishing line that gets the job done (and doesn't lose the fish)

    * 5 lures that any self-respecting fly fisherman will not be without.

    * How the pros notice patterns with the weather, water conditions and more to make sure they bring home more fish than their buddies.

    * The secret to using sub-surface flies to reel in more fish.

    * 9 tips from the pros to help you fish at night

    * The trick to reading the water like an expert who's been doing it for years.

    * The place where fish like to set up feeding stations (the perfect spot for your cast).


    * How to use perfect form when you cast.
    * 6 rules of etiquette to follow so you don't step on any other angler's toes.

    * 4 ways to change the way you cast for changing conditions.

    * Why beginners like the slow-action rod (besides the fact that it's cheap), and what you should know before you spend your money on one.

    * 4 more etiquette rules to keep you from embarrassing yourself and angering other fly fishers.

    * 4 safety steps to wading through water safely every experienced angler follows.

    * Why the pros use more than one tackle box.

    * The secret to wading without losing your footing.

    * Little-known ways to choose your clothing so that pesky insects will stay away.

    * 8 pieces of equipment you should never hit the water without.

    * Why you shouldn't use one size fly all the time (and how to know when to switch it up).

    * 10 expert tips for catching salmon by the bucket-load.
    * Why your rod matters and 3 other proven tips for fishing for trout.
    * Tricks you need to know for releasing trout (you may regret it if you don't know these).

    * 4 dead-serious techniques for scoping out where the trout are hiding and likely to bite.
    * How to outsmart the "smart fish" (trout).
    * 5 things you need to consider before you choose the perfect fly for trout.

    * Why smart beginning anglers make a list (not an equipment list) to help them succeed faster than their friends.

    * The difference between fishing upstream and fishing downstream (and which helps you catch the fish).

    * Why using a net wrong can lose your catch.

    * How to care for your fishing rod and reel so you don't trash your investment.

    * How to handle fish once you bring them to shore.
    * How rock color can help a beginner learn to fish.

    * 4 more tips straight from the mouths of experts that will help you become a better angler fast! (Page 46)

    * Why letting fish see you isn't as bad as this… (Page 47)

    * 6 great fishing areas (with lots of oxygen that attracts fish) that you should be on the lookout for. (Page 50)

And there’s MUCH more – guaranteed!