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Some skiffs are built to impress at the dock. The Hell’s Bay Waterman feels more like the skiff built for the angler who already left the dock before sunrise.

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.

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.

This collaboration between Hell’s Bay Boatworks and Orvis marries top-tier craftsmanship with a deep commitment to conservation, resulting in a skiff that’s as purposeful as it is polished.

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

In this volume, our longtime friend, Chris Peterson, of Hell’s Bay, is back with us.

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 show with our friend, Captain Honson Lau, about the number one mistake anglers make while Fly Fishing on The Flats.

On recent island trips to Abaco's Green Turtle Cay and Grand Cayman, a finesse fly had to be utilized to outsmart the surprisingly-not-so-unspoiled bonefish...The Cayman Sleek!

The inspiration for this fly was to outsmart the smartest and biggest Biscayne Bay Bonefish in my home waters of Miami.

Our friends at Bajio Sunglasses took "Best of Category — Eyewear" at ICAST 2022

Are you in need of new Sunglasses with all the latest technology for Flats Fishing?

We can't forget about our friend (Brother) Travis Sands, The Flats Phantom, whom I call the Permit Guru of the Bahamas!