Hi BucketHunter, I use the smallest Norman Speed Clip and have never had one fail. If the clip gets out of shape at all I just replace it. I have used braid since 2000 and my hook sets are not very strong. I don't find it necessary to cross their eyes with braid. You just need to experiment. With 20...

Hi BucketHunter, The loop knot you are tying is the non-slip mono loop recommended by Lefty Kreh for mono. I have used it a lot in fly fishing with mono leaders but not with Braid. You may have to experiment with the knot for braid to get things working. It is critical with mono that you don't over ...

Hi ecu daniel 14, Fly fishing is a specialized style of fishing and it requires reasonably good equipment that works together. Your fly rod, line and leader have to be balanced in order to cast the size and weight of flies you want to use. When you buy a very inexpensive outfit and then try to teach...