Entries by Jon Ray

3-Tand Wins ICast Fly Reel

If you saw my post from a couple weeks ago about the 3-tand you know I was impressed by this Reel.  Video below goes into a little more depth.  

Bugs, Bugs, and More Bugs

A thick, massive band of mayflies traveling along the Mississippi River created a swarm so intense it became visible on National Weather Service radars on July 20, 2014 Now that is a Hex Hatch!  More pics and info here

North Island Official Trailer

Back in 1999 I had a special opportunity to spend 3 weeks on the North and South Island of New Zealand, was an amazing opportunity one I will never forget.  I never made it this far into the back country.  But would love the chance, if and when I go back. Backcountry – North Island […]

Jumping Largemouth and Jumping Smallmouth Bass

Bass fishing really heated up over the weekend with the warm air temps, fish were fairly aggressive, still not 100% on fire, but some really nice bass can be found.  I still look for August to be prime, as water levels drop and water clears up.   Been tying patterns very similar to the ones […]