An interview with Chris Puchniak, Smart Anling Pro Staff When and how did you start fly fishing? My dad got me into fishing at a young age. We did lots of salmon fishing in rivers and the ocean. But it...
Ciprian demonstrates a caddis pattern utlising a technique for crafting an extended nymph body that can be used with a variety of natural and synthetic materials.
This time Ciprian ties his version of a classic leech pattern. A true work horse, this fly can used on rivers and lakes with a variety of techniques and setups. It is extremely reliable pattern for various trout species and...
Having devoted some energy to the lace moth challenge, in the next few days we focused on the other available river practice water: the Whanganui and another strench of the Tongariro. New Zealand's third longest river, the Whanganui is known...
This must be one of Ciprian's best ties to date. Look at the way he uses the same thread for both the body and the rib. Tied in different sizes and with a few different body colors this pattern will...
Here is Ciprian's spin on a tried and tested nymph pattern. Vary the bead color and size to cover a multitude of fishing situations.
