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Save the Sawfish
From the archives of our friends at Hell's Bay Boatworks comes a interesting video on Sawfish research.

Dave LeGear
Jul 6, 20252 min read


Roland Henrion: Artist Who Paints the Pulse of Water and Light
Whether capturing a tarpon's flash or a fisherman’s stance, Roland weaves emotion through his composed scenes.

Dave LeGear
Jun 30, 20253 min read


Maximum utilization of minimal space!
Space on a Skiff can be at a real premium!

Dave LeGear
Apr 26, 20253 min read


Tarpon season approaching!
Tarpon season is approaching!

Captain Barkley Daniel
Feb 9, 20252 min read


GARMIN vs SIMRAD - What you need to know.
Wherever you plan on boating, an excellent marine GPS is crucial to getting around unfamiliar waters without running aground!

Dave LeGear
Jan 6, 202517 min read


Welcome Aboard Fujifilm to Flats Nation!
We are proud to welcome Fujifilm to Flats Nation!

Dave LeGear
Dec 7, 20242 min read


Great lure for pitching under things!
When you understand how much crustaceans (shrimp, crabs, etc.) are part of the diets of many of our flats and inshore fishing targets.

Dave LeGear
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Elements of Saltwater Fly Design by Dr. Aaron Adams
Elements of Saltwater Fly Design

Dave LeGear
Sep 22, 20242 min read


Welcome to the new Flats Nation website layout!
Welcome to the new Flats Nation website layout.

Dave LeGear
Apr 26, 20242 min read


Tarpon season is here or will soon be in your area!
Tarpon season is here or will soon be in your area!

Dave LeGear
Apr 6, 20242 min read


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 7
This volume will give you a quick slice of our funny but in-depth podcast with Captain Blair Wiggins!

Dave LeGear
Jan 2, 20241 min read


Flats Nation Sound Bites Volume 2
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.

Dave LeGear
Dec 2, 20231 min read


Knots for Braided Lines!
The late great Jose Wejebe gave us terrific tips on how to load the spool and attach the leader to slippery and thin braided lines.

Dave LeGear
Aug 5, 20232 min read


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

Dave LeGear
Aug 1, 20232 min read


Flats Nation Podcast with Shore-Up Mounts!
In this episode, Robbie Hunziker of Shore-Up Trolling Motor Mounts is featured.

Dave LeGear
Jun 15, 20232 min read


TARPON mid-season update for Tampa Bay - Florida
TARPON mid-season update for Tampa Bay.

Dave LeGear
Jun 10, 20233 min read


Shore-Up Trolling Motor Mounts, Flats Nation Special!
Through our research and discussions, we feel that this is the superior method to secure and, perhaps more importantly, support your entire trolling motor system while navigating rough waters or even traveling down the highway.

Dave LeGear
May 22, 20233 min read


Flats Nation Podcast with Captain Jason Moore
We had a great time learning about Flats Fishing in New Jersey

Dave LeGear
May 12, 20232 min read


The Flats Nation - International Flag Series!
We have been working on variants of our Flag designs for our Fans and Supporters in other countries where Flats Fishing is well known.

Dave LeGear
Mar 24, 20233 min read


Captain Jason Moore - Brigantine, New Jersey
Happy to introduce, Captain Jason Moore, who is going to help us cover the Mid Atlantic States Flats and Fly Fishing scene

Dave LeGear
Mar 24, 20234 min read
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