The Inside Line Summer 2025 Edition

It’s summer already and after 18 months of continuous rain we’ve had several months of dry weather. Where has all the water gone? All of a sudden fly fishers are saying, there’s not enough water, it’s too warm, after saying we’ve got too much water for so long. 

What it boils down to is, if you are continually waiting for perfect conditions, you won’t go fishing very often. What we need to start thinking is, how can I make the most of the conditions I am faced with?

 If you need help in doing that? That’s exactly why we are here! Do you get in touch.

So, welcome to our Summer 2024 edition of The Inside Line! Delivering seasonal fly fishing inspiration and more to you. Note – All feature links below will open in a new browser tab!

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SUMMER FLY FISHING FUN ON RIVERS

Successfully fly fishing rivers for trout during summer, requires a different approach to spring. Broadly speaking, river levels will be lower, with clearer water. Many anglers seem deterred by such conditions. It is in fact an opportunity for fabulous fishing, fun and learning! Find out more.

SHADY FLY FISHING STRATEGIES

A very useful tactic for your summer fly fishing. Find out more here!

FIND OUT HOW TO UP YOUR GAME

Summer is the most challenging part of a fly fishers year. It also offers some of the most fun fishing. Try this online tool to help you see where you can make big gains this summer!

FISHING REPORTS

Read our current news on fishing, what’s working on lake and river, etc.

CARP FLY FISHING

Fishing for carp using the technique of fly fishing has been on the rise during recent years, with both trout anglers and carp anglers wanting a new challenge. I’ve had an on/off fascination in catching these big, powerful, fish on fly since the 1990s. Here, I share my thoughts from then, now and for the future, enabling you to enjoy sport with cunning, hard fighting fish, during the heat of summer. Continue reading…

SUMMER FLY FISHING TIPS

For more advice on fly fishing for trout during summer, checkout this selection of features. You are sure to find a gem!

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