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Rods, Reels, and Lines | Flies, Bait, and Lures | Where to Fish | Women and Children | General Technique | Species

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Rods, Reels, and Lines

Adding tippet to my leader—when and how much?
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How can I replace my stolen gear?
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How long do fly lines last?
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Why is my rod coming unstuck?
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Any advice on setting the hook?
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Recommend a good fly rod for bike touring?
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What is the shortest effective fly rod?
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Can you recommend a telescoping fly rod?
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What is a good all-around fly rod for Alaska?
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What are the advantages of a disc-drag reel?
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How should I pack fly rods for flying?
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Are expensive fly rods worth the money?
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Flies, Bait, and Lures

Will I catch more trout if I start using nymphs?
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How do you identify strikes on nymphs?
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Is power bait for wimps?
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What is the best bait for mountain lake fish?
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What's the best bait for freshwater fishing?
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Any tips for spotting tiny flies?
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How long should I try a fly over a likely looking spot?
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What kind of lures should I use for pond fishing?
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Where to Fish

What are the best lakes and reservoirs in New Mexico?
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Where can I fish around Tahoe?
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Any good, uncrowded water around Phoenix?
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Where's the best bass fishing in California?
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Any good places to trout fish in Georgia?
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Good fishing around Santa Fe National Forest?
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Women and Children

How can I become a better fisherwoman?
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Are there many women who fly fish?
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How can a 12-year-old learn to fly fish?
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General Technique

Can I fly fish without wading?
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Recommend any good instructional videos?
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Why are others catching more fish?
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Species

What is a Miller's Thumb?
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What's the importance of the trout per mile measurement?
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Can I stock brookies with rainbows?
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How should I fish for sand bass?
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