Tactical Fly Fishing
One of the best written books on modern fly fishing techniques including an emphasis on (but not limited to) Euro nymphing, and it gives good insight into competition fishing. I balances scientific understanding with very practical applications; it is simply excellent! I have eagerly read it at least three times and glean a bit more with each reading. Would highly recommend to anyone serious about fly fishing. It expands upon what is included in Devin's excellent and well produced videos and posts. It is truly noteworthy.
One of the best
The knowledge passed on through this book is well worth the price. I found it to be a fast and interesting read, which given the technical nature of the subject, is tough to do. Devin, thank you for sharing your experience with the fishing community.
Awesome
Incredibly insightful, with very good explanations of techniques and breakdowns of water types. Would recommend to anyone looking to better understand this style of fishing
Comprehensive, Insightful, Fun Read
My fears and trepidations were quieted by the DVDs and book. Practical and clear, extraordinarily helpful. I say that as a 76 year old geezer and life-long fisher, who has read, watched and been guided by the best (I’ve been very fortunate). As a fellow author, I found the writing style crisp and refreshing, no nonsense yet colorful, fun to read. The DVDs were exceptionally well done, standouts. I especially found the on-the-water scenes insightful, clarifying a lot of the mystery about Euro nymphing.
great book!
Just finished Tactical Fly Fishing... Great book! Excellent work Devin!
This is a great companion to the previous videos, which have been a useful learning tool on my Euro learning journey. Thank you for sharing your experiences and knowledge. I look forward to future writings and videos.
Tactical. Fly Fushing
I am currentlly beginning Chapter Five. I received the book yesterday and eagerly read the first four chapters last night. I can say that I could hardly put the book down. The attention to detail, quality of information, and personal anecdotes to support the “story” is well done. His style is very readable! I have been a Euro fisher for about 3 years and I am appreciative of his fine tuning of the current nuances of the sport. I especially like his take on the relationship between contact and suspension when making choices of nymphing settings. I’m eager to finish the rest of the book!!
Tactical Fly Fishing: Lessons Learned from Competition for All Anglers
While sharing some of his learning from tournament fishing, the author tells us what goes through his mind as he evaluates a piece of water to fish, and then how he develops and carries out his plan. The theoretical is then illustrated by case studies on the various water types trout fishermen are likely to encounter on creeks, streams, and rivers. I really appreciated both the author's approach to the subject as well as the information he provided. I have been intentionally euro-nymphing for a little less than a year, and this book will really help me to improve my skills which then increases one's level of enjoyment. Rather than going on to list specific examples of how I benefitted from this book, I'll just summarize with three main points. First, I am going to prepare more leaders to cover a variety of situations (e.g., p. 53), as well tying more flies that Devin refers to. Second, I have already started to visualize various situations I encountered last year, and how I might now approach them differently. Third, when I arrive at a fishing spot, I'm going to do a better job of stopping to evaluate what I see, develop a fishing plan, and then carry it out. It's been said that strategic refers to doing the right things, and that tactical refers to doing things right. I think this book covers both, and is well worth the money.
Tactical flyfishing
I am in the middle of reading this book. I am very pleased with the information and the easy reading of the book. Its full of information to improve my fly fishing. I would recommend the book to anyone who fish
Tactical Fly Fishing
I've bought a lot of books only to donate them to my local library - this one get's passed on to my kids.
This is one of those rare books - like the video produced that truly changes what you do and how you do it.
Beautiful pictures but the diagrams and examples of holding water and approach strategy are a wealth of information. even for those of us who have been fishing for a few decades and think we know what we are doing.
-Buy it - you won't be disappointed.
Tactical Fly Fishing
The most complete focused "how-to" fly fishing book I have ever read. Enough theory for us quasi-geeks and superior practical application... awesome illustrations to drive home the practical aspects... Thanks Devin!
