Thomas Walsh 
Gear ratio does not really matter, with that said. A gear ratio between 5.0:1 to 5.2:1 is generally well suited for trout fishing. Trout like a slow retrieve so no need for a high-speed ratio. You can still fish with trout with a fast ratio, just need to wind in the line slower. If you … Read more
Ever went into a fishing store, and looked at all the Rapala lures on display. Two of the most common models being the Original Floater and the Xrap. But, which lure is best and how do they compare to each other? While this article is primarily going to be focused on trout fishing, I have … Read more
To catch trout, we must know where they are. In this guide, I will give 7 hints to find new spots to target trout. Trout fishing is becoming increasingly popular. The well known spots can be crowded, and the trout wary making them difficult to catch. While fishing beside other anglers can at times be … Read more
Winter is one of my favorite times of year to target trout on jerkbaits. The reason why jerkbaits are my lure of choice over the colder months is that their realistic appearance allows for extremely slow retrieves, which give lethargic trout plenty of time to inspect before striking. The basics are simple, cast the Jerkbait … Read more
I am going to put my cards straight on the table. I hate drones, I consider them annoying oversized mosquitoes that buzz around overhead ruining the tranquillity of an area. Sure, they produce some spectacular video footage, but that does not make them any less annoying. Drones are more than just video devices, they can … Read more
Kenya Tropical Africa might be the last place which comes to mind for trout fishing. But in the highland forests of Mount Kenya both Brown and Rainbow trout exist, they were introduced by the British in the early 1900’s. Even today, a steady stream of anglers still head to the Kenyan highlands to try there … Read more
While entirely natural, falling leaves do impact trout fisheries in several ways. This is most notable in slow stagnant streams and small ponds where heavy leaf falls can smother the surface making casting difficult. But the real threat occurs beneath the surface, as the leaves decompose they remove oxygen from the water causing anaerobic conditions … Read more
The title of most powerful drag found on a readily available, ‘small size’ spinning reel belongs to the Kastking Sharky III which offers 33lb of drag on a 1000 size reel that weighs just 7.6oz. While the Sharky III has a powerful drag. It is not a reel I usually recommend. It is slightly larger … Read more
Strike indicators serve two main purposes. To give a visual clue for when a fish takes the fly, and to control a fly’s maximum depth. To work best at giving a visual clue, they must be clearly visible. But does that visibility scare fish? Strike indicators can scare trout, but a well-presented one should not. … Read more
Here is a list of five weird items I have seen people take with them trout fishing. I even include a few in my vest. 1) Pantyhose I first learned about the versatility of pantihose from an old guy who was sharing the contents of his fly fishing vest. I personally do not bring them … Read more
