Category: Reviews

general reviews

Catch Magazine

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I just received the most recent installment (issue #4) of CATCH Magazine a new “online visual experience illustrating the best fly fishing on the planet.” Brian O’Keefe and Todd Moen have set a new standard for fly fishing online content.  The photography, slide shows, video and essays are artistic, fresh, entertaining and inspiring.  Even the [...]

Switch Rod Techniques and Tactics

First Published in California Fly Fisher Magazine, April 2008. I believe in magic. Deceiving a fish with an artificial fly is all the evidence required and I consider fly rods the wands that allow anglers to perform this bit of magic. Some rods are best suited for performing particular magical acts.  Rods with smooth classic [...]

Dining in the Shadow of Shasta, restaurant reviews for anglers

Craig draws upon 10 years of research to put together a comprehensive list of Mt. Shasta’s finest eateries. A must read for anyone planning a visit to the area, the list includes restaurant reviews, typical prices, hours, locations, and contact info.

Why Switch?

First published in California Fly Fisher, February 2007 “Boys and their toys,” Jerri said as I hung up the phone. “How many Spey rods do you own?” Uh oh, I hadn’t realized my wife was listening. “Five,” I offered weakly, “but one is for sale and two are actually switch rods.” “Switch rods?” she asked. [...]