I’m selling a bamboo trout rod through my good friends at Spinoza. Tim Abbott Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6″ 2/2 #5
Read More >>For Sale: Tim Abbott Bamboo Fly Rod 7’6″ 2/2 #5
Author Archives: Benjamin Carmichael
Article in Further
I’m happy to have my photography and video included alongside my good friend Darrell Hartman’s article in Further travel magazine.
Read More >>My First Salmon Carving
Lake District Trout Fishing
Photos and reflections from a trip to the Lake District England, where I had a great two days with Mike Tinnion.
Read More >>Beulah G2 Platinum Spey 13’8″ 8/9 Wt 6 Piece Review
The Beulah G2 Platinum Spey 13’8″ 6 piece — it’s a great rod, but it’s not for everybody. I share my full thoughts.
Read More >>Gear & Beer: Grundens Downrigger Bibs Review + Bissell Brothers Substance
To kick us off, we talk about two recent favorites: the Grundens Downrigger GORE-TEX Bibs — a seriously good piece of kit — and one of our absolute favorite New England beers, Bissell Brothers Substance.
Read More >>Fly Fishing Boston Harbor for Striped Bass
It was the perfect night: warm, but not too warm, the setting sun turning the sky progressive shades of purple, pink, and dark, inky blue. The striped bass were out in Boston, and my friends were along the ride.
Read More >>HMH TRV Vise Review
I’ve been tying on the HMH TRV vise for a while now, and I love it. Check out my full video review and some photos.
Read More >>Worth a Listen: Le Mouching on The Fly Culture Podcast
UK-based Fly Culture magazine is excellent at this, as is the French Le Mouching, and two combined make for a good show!
Read More >>Crossfield’s Black Silk Salmon Fly
Ernest Crossfield’s Black Silk salmon fly is a beautiful pattern — and exemplifies his unusual tying style. Here’s a few photos, a video, and some links.
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