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BONEFISHING CASTING

Fast and accurate casting is essential for making the most of your bonefishing trip. You have to be able to cast the distance for bonefish and it is important to do so with stealth. With little time to prepare for your cast and extremely windy conditions to contend with, there is nothing better than practice …

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bonefishing fly tying

Fly tying season is upon us and as you start restocking, you may want to have a few techniques for tying your flies faster. Moving through this task in a slow and methodical fashion can be quite beneficial. When the pressure is on, however, these 10 tips are guaranteed to help. Never Put Down The …

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Schooling Bonefish

On days of low visibility, casting at schooling bonefish could be your best shot at landing a great catch. In these instances, the wrong approach could send countless fish swimming off in the wrong direction. Fortunately, there are a number of things that you can do to increase your chances of reeling one in. Following …

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Bonefishing Casting

Accuracy is far more important than distance when it comes to catching bonefish. Unlike trout fishing, you don’t have to cast very far. Rather than pushing for distance, you’ll need to be cognizant of wind speeds and wind direction, the instructions of your guide and how fast you can get your line out there. As …

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Big Bonefish

The only thing better than catching a bonefish is catching a big one. This isn’t something that happens by chance. Bonefishing takes a lot of careful calculation, especially if you’re hoping to haul in a record-breaker. Fortunately, with the right flies, fly placement, stripping techniques and focus, you too can find and land a huge …

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what to bring bonefishing

Whether or not you have the right gear for your bonefishing trip, it will play a major role in determining how successful you are. From your rods to your clothing and your footwear, different items and accessories are essential for comfort, efficiency and safety. The following is a detailed list of everything you need to …

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Poling for bonefish

Poling for bonefish is its own, unique experience. When you pursue bonefish on foot, accuracy and stealth are key. If you’re fishing from the boat and the push pole is being manned by your guide, you’ll experience a range of difficulties in terms of noise, boat speed and line-stripping. The following are five things you’ll …

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strip set

Once a bonefish takes your hook in his mouth, how you respond is going to play a critical role in determining whether or not you actually reel him in. Strip setting the hook instead of raising your rod will ensure that the hook embeds itself deeply. Bonefish have hard mouths and they chew their food …

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trusting your guide

With countless years of experience and a strong familiarity with the local flats and the fish that swim in them, your guide is by far, the best resource that you’ll have when heading out to catch bonefish. The importance of trusting and listening to your bonefishing guide cannot be overstated. With his help, you’ll spot …

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CASTING IN WINDY CONDITIONSIONS

Casting for bonefish in windy condition is tough. In fact, it is one of the biggest and most common challenges among bonefishermen. Fortunately, there are a few flyfishing techniques that can make these efforts far less frustrating. Following are five tips that will help you cast quickly and accurately in any circumstances. 1. Practice Ahead …

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