Simple Fly Fishing (Revised Second Edition)
Embracing the art of fly fishing with simplicity and skill
Craig Mathews author Yvon Chouinard author Mauro Mazzo author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Patagonia Books
Published:28th Feb '19
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This book emphasizes simplicity in fly fishing, teaching techniques to catch trout effectively. Simple Fly Fishing (Revised Second Edition) offers valuable insights for both beginners and seasoned anglers.
In Simple Fly Fishing (Revised Second Edition), the authors advocate for a back-to-basics approach to the art of fly fishing. They argue that modern techniques often complicate what should be a straightforward and enjoyable pastime. The book emphasizes that the essence of successful fly fishing lies in simplicity, using just a rod and a fly. By stripping away the excess, readers can reconnect with the fundamental joys of the sport.
The authors draw on wisdom from a time when fishing gear was minimal, focusing on the principle that knowledge can often reduce the need for elaborate equipment. Readers are guided through essential strategies for locating fish, understanding their feeding habits, and mastering the techniques necessary to present a fly effectively. With practical advice on wet flies, nymphs, and dry flies, the book covers a range of methods, ensuring that anglers of all skill levels can benefit from its insights.
Illustrated by the talented fish artist James Prosek, Simple Fly Fishing (Revised Second Edition) is not just a practical guide; it is a celebration of the sport itself. Through beautiful photographs and engaging stories, it captures the spirit and allure of fly fishing, making it a must-read for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation for this timeless activity. The book was recognized as a winner in the Guidebooks category at the Banff Mountain Book Competition in 2014.
Therein lies the book's charm. Part straightforward how-to, part back-to-basics manifesto, the volume is also a bit of a sermon that seeks to spread the good word about a centuries-old Japanese technique known as "tenkara" that Mr. Chouinard believes is the hands-down easiest and most pleasurable way to fish. Wall Street Journal
Simplify. It’s the reason many anglers head to the nearest river or lake to appreciate the joys and meditation of fly fishing. In a new book, three fly fishing gurus take simplicity a step further. -- ExploreBigSky.com
"Simple Fly Fishing masterfully tackles each aspect of fly fishing to reveal new deliberate and technical yet simpler ways to approach the sport. The book simplifies things while teaching strategies that might even make you a better angler." -- venturingangler.com
"If you know an angler who is just getting started with fly fishing, or even a seasoned angler who appreciates the history of fly fishing and trout fishing knowledge, check out Simple Fly Fishing Revised Second Edition: Techniques for Tenkara and Rod and Reel by Yvon Chouinard, Craig Matthews and Mauro Mazzo." -- The Sustainable Angler Gift Guide
There is an honest and wisdom-filled discussion on topics that every freshwater fly fisher spends their lives trying to master. – The Mission
"The anglers that have the most to gain are those that are interested in fly fishing and who want to use the simplicity of tenkara as an entry point into the seemingly complex world of fly fishing. For those anglers, Simple Fly Fishing offers that entry point and provides methods of fly fishing with a tenkara rod – while at the same time filling in enough of the fly fishing background that if they want to transition to rod and reel they are not in the dark." -- castingaround.com
Simple Fly Fishing by Yvon Chouinard has quickly become a classic. . . . [It] reveals the secrets and the soul of this captivating sport. -- Midcurrent
"The book as artifact is filled with stunning photography and educational illustrations that will have you dreaming about your next time on the water." -- Angler's Journal
- Winner of Banff Mountain Book Awards 2014 (Canada)
- Runner-up for IBPA Ben Franklin Awards 2015 (United States)
- Commended for National Outdoor Book Awards 2014 (United States)
ISBN: 9781938340796
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
144 pages
2nd New edition