The end of the season can be great. Conditions cool down, days shorten, but they are often mild and there is less wind. Trout know...

  In August 2024 Mike Stevens from essential Flyfisher along with three mates visited and fly fished Montana in the US. Mike wrote a very...

A good fly line won’t make you a good caster. A lesson will work better than an expensive line. But let’s look at a few...

Which colours are best? Some time ago I recall a conversation in our shop about colour of flies and which colours are best for trout....

Choosing a Fly Rod Weight — In this beginner-friendly fly fishing video, we walk you through everything you need to know about selecting the right...

Getting started in fly fishing can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re faced with a wide range of gear options and prices. According to Mike from Essential...

Rather than choose a rod, then a reel and finally a fly line, a better approach may be to start by thinking about how you...

The team at essential Flyfisher each week create a list of fishing flies that are working on Tasmania's rivers, lakes and saltwater. Check out the...

Why Fiberglass Fly Rods Are Fun Fiberglass fly rods offer a delightful and distinct fly fishing experience, especially when compared to their faster, stiffer graphite...