Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

We Need Small Stripers Too

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

We Need Small Stripers Too: Yesterday I fished with Mark Kuz. Mark is one of the best salt anglers I know on the Southern New England coast. Fishes smart and fishes hard. We sailed out of Niantic in Mark’s boat, … Continue reading →

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Simms Headwaters Waders – A Review

Posted on August 15, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Simms Headwaters Waders – A Review: Last spring calamity struck. I was up in Connecticut wading the Farmington River when my waders let go. Oh man, not good. The river at that time of year is running in the 50’s … Continue reading →

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The San Juan Worm

Posted on August 9, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

The San Juan Worm: The San Juan Worm may qualify as the Rodney Dangerfield of the fly world. Believe me, its gives some serious anglers the heebie-jeebies. They love to hate it. Wouldn’t be caught dead with one in their … Continue reading →

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Ocean City Fly Reels 76 & 77

Posted on August 5, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Ocean City Fly Reels 76 & 77: Looking for an inexpensive freshwater fly reel? One that’s simple, sturdy, reliable, reversible, and suitable for trout? Or maybe you just want a backup reel in your tackle bag? Or something your kid … Continue reading →

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Its Chernobyl Ant Time!

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Ed Mitchell

Its Chernobyl Ant Time! :  Ahhh…summer is finally here in full force; yeah the heat is on. That means cold beer in your cooler and terrestrial flies in your vest. Yes, hoppers, beetles, cricket, and caterpillar imitations are a must … Continue reading →

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