The Backstage Pass

Barracuda aren't always given the credit they deserve in the world of saltwater fly fishing. They are understandably maligned for attempting to snatch the bonefish on the end of your line, forcing responsible guides and anglers to find another flat without the "tax man" lurking nearby. But instead of finding them frustrating or...

Come summertime, some of the most exciting fishing of the year starts, when clumsy grasshoppers take flight and trout take notice. The thump of a big grasshopper hitting the water is like a siren song to hungry fish, and they're typically gobbled up in seconds. The takes are reactive and aggressive, providing anglers with...

Chris, tell us about your background and how you first got into photography and cinemaphotography?I was lucky -- my older brother David was really into photography while he was in High School (I was 7 at the time.) He built a darkroom in our basement and gave me a beat up old Nikon...

Cuba is widely regarded as one of the world's premier fly fishing destinations for its thriving flats, favorable climate, species diversity, and low angling pressure. However, it's important to take a closer look at the various regions of Cuba, as it is the largest island in the Caribbean and comprises an archipelago of approximately 1,600 islands,...

The hard reality is that there is no one-size-fits-all streamer fly line. Factors such as the speed and depth of the body of water you're fishing, fly selection, your approach (on boot or from a boat), the target species, and the speed of your rod are all components to consider when selecting the...

Cuba is widely regarded as one of the finest saltwater fly fishing destinations in the Western Hemisphere. Bonefish, permit, tarpon, snapper, barracuda, triggerfish, and more are all routinely caught -- making it not only one of the best destinations to target these fish, but also pursue a saltwater grand slam.  Given the complex...