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What is Fly Line Running Line?

Running line is the section of line after the rear taper and extends all the way to the end of

Bruce Chard

Fly Lines - Belly Break Down

The Belly is where most of the weight is stored on fly lines and is the section between the

Bruce Chard

Fly Lines - The Rear Taper

The rear taper is the section of fly lines that tapers down the belly to the running line. 

Bruce Chard

Fly Line Grooving Fixing Means Reel Savings

The most commonly replaced piece of expensive fly tackle is the fly line. A decent fly line can

Lance Egan

Fly Line - Front Taper Break Down

Front tapers help disperse energy to the leader and fly from the belly. If the front taper is

Bruce Chard

Fly Line Section Break Down

Believe it or not, understanding all the different fly lines and there tapers can help you

Bruce Chard

The Ultimate Bonefish Leader

This bonefish leader formula works great for me and can be used in many different salt water

Bruce Chard

Why Leaders are so Important

A leader is a critical component of your fly fishing set up and can make all the difference in

Bruce Chard

Product Review: Airflo's New 'Skagit Switch'

Finally, a Skagit head for switch rods. Need to turn over a ten foot sink-tip and weighed fly

John Larison

George Harvey: New Leader Formula

How to catch more trout with a new and improved design from the inventor of the original

George Harvey

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