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Effective on-water preparation is essential for successful Tarpon fly fishing. Ensure your fly line is thoroughly stretched and correctly stored in your line management device. Set your drag lightly and maintain a well-organized, unobstructed cockpit. Be ready to cast in the "speed cast" position, holding the fly in your non-dominant hand, with the rod in the proper casting position and the fly line secured under your trigger finger.

Probably the most important thing that an angler can do is practice a proper saltwater cast which can be done well before you ever step onto the boat.

Awesome Redfish caught on Captain Mike his new Hell's Bay Professional Skiff.

Our friends over at Hell's Bay Boatworks shared an article recently about Flip Pallot

The team over at Hell's Bay Boatworks has shared an interesting short video from one of their Pro Staff Members Chico Fernandez as he discusses another one of his favorite fly patterns The Baitfish Fly.

Check out this quick clip where Hell's Bay Pro, Chico Fernandez, shows off one of his go-to fly patterns

Maverick HPX-S and V models are tremendous little all-around Skiffs that do many things well!

Here are a few things I have found to help extend their life and appearance

Elements of Saltwater Fly Design

In this volume, you will hear another tip from the show with our friend, Captain Honson Lau, on newer anglers getting into Saltwater Fly fishing.

In this volume, Travis is back on "The Nation" as we discuss his recommendation for Bonefish Fly Rods with the Flats Phantom!

In this volume, you will hear another quick slice of the excellent show with our friend, Captain Tommy Derringer, about fly rod selection in his part of NE Florida and others.

Brother Travis is back in the house, and you will hear a quick slice of our funny but educational sound bite!

In this volume, you will hear a quick slice of our fantastic show with Doctor Ashley Dentler about her favorite fly to cast to Stripers and Flounder in New Jersey.

In this volume, you will hear a quick slice of our show with our friend, Captain Honson Lau, about the number one mistake anglers make while Fly Fishing on The Flats.

Dr. Ashley Dentler who is just an awesome Fly Fishing Sportswoman and Ambassador of the sport of Flats and Saltwater Fly Fishing

The Echo Micro Practice Fly Rod and for less than the cost of any quality fly line that you would not want to get damaged or chewed up out in the yard/street.

We want to Welcome Aboard Flats Nation and are excited to have you join us, Dr. Ashley Dentler,

We had a great time learning about Flats Fishing in New Jersey

Whether you are targeting Permit in South Florida and the Caribbean or Sheepshead in North Florida, Señor Crab is here to help!