Contents

Snowbee Challenge Live
Simon Kidd heads off to the River Usk in search of some serious brown trout, trying to claim his River Brown & Grayling badge. Can he do it this time?

News
We’ve all the latest news concerning fly fishers, to make sure you keep on top of what’s going on out there.

Bob Church Classic
A full report and results from this year’s popular Bob Church Classic competition, held recently at Rutland Water.

Where The Wind Blows
Why checking the weather forecast before you head out on the water will give you a better chance of catching.

Going Down To Rio
Glyn Freeman travels to Argentina to do battle with the legendary sea trout of the Rio Grande. Want to know more? Read this.

When Lures Don’t Work
When no-one is catching on lures, try using a more imitative approach and you could catch more than those around you. We head to Tweeddale in Midlothian to find out how.

Take It As Red
Keep on catching… even during an algal bloom! Red dry flies are the way to go, and we show you the techniques and flies to ensure success.

Killer Kiwi
A nymph suspended below your dry fly is a proven fish-catching method. Dominic Garnett examines why this technique is so successful and shows us how it’s done.

Snowbee Challenge
Are you one of the lucky ones who have won a coveted Snowbee Challenge Badge? Have a look here to find out…

Pussy Galore!
The Cat’s Whisker, and all its variants, has to be the number-one fly for stillwater rainbow trout. Lyn Davis finds out more.

From Rock God To Rutland
A fascinating insight into the fish-farming business reveals secrets for producing the perfect fighting fish… as well as how to catch them.

The Problem With Parton
In the first of a new series, Steve Parton lets off steam. The target this time is pike… he just doesn’t like them!

Tyer's Guide

Desert Island Flies
Another three winning patterns to show you, this time from Laurie Taylor, the winner of the Bob Church Open.

Fly-Tying Masters
We have the top flies from the first month in this new fly-tying league to show you. It’s amazing what a bead can do for a fly!

Deadly Killers
The Cruncher is a reservoir pattern that’s finding a firm foothold in every sensible angler’s fly box. We show you how to tie it.

Venues Guide

Rated Or Slated?
Editor Steve Cullen heads off to Cleveley Mere, near Lancaster, to see what the new owners are doing to the venue to make it better for visitors and locals alike.

Recently We’ve Fished…
Claerwen Dam, an out-of-the-way Welsh water, gets a thorough going over in our fishery reviews.

UK And Ireland Fishery Roundup
All the prospects and contact details for some of the biggest and the best fisheries out there.

Tackle Guide

Used And Abused
The editor gets his hands on the new boat seat from the guys at Airflo. He’s been using it for several months to see just how well it performs.

Game Gear
TFF takes a closer look at some of the new gear out there – kit that everyday fly fishers can get their hands on.

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Competition

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