Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Salt Water

Comparing Diablo’s Adios to their Chupacabra

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

A few weeks back I got a chance to use a Chupacabra. Still got it. If you’re unfamiliar with this craft, its cousin to the Adios. Both are made in Austin, Texas by Diablo Paddlesports. The two look very similar in design, and … Continue reading →

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Back to the Flats

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

Had a nice trip up north. Fished a day with my son and saw some friends. Enjoyed it. Now its time to get back to the Florida flats. Great conditions today, light southeast winds, very little rain on the way. … Continue reading →

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Stingray, Don’t Tread on Me

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

After several days of small craft warnings, I was able to get back to the flats this morning. I was at the ramp by 6:30AM. And then paddled out into a very nice morning, although the fishing was only mediocre. I … Continue reading →

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Full Moon Flats

Posted on May 25, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

The consensus around here is that a night of bright moon light will ruin the fishing on the following day.Why? In theory the fish will eat all night in the moon light, and therefore will not be hungry the next day. I can’t prove that part, … Continue reading →

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Backcountry & Flats

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Ed Mitchell

Left those teasing tarpon. Enough already with canal life. It was time for a change of scenery. For the last two days I have been in the backcountry and out on the flats. The fishery is heating up big time. A wide … Continue reading →

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