Fly Fishing Gear Reviews, Studies & Conservation
An·chor Fly.

An anchor fly is a beaded nymph that is weighted to get to the feeding zone quickly. Anchor flies are commonly used in Euro Nymphing and similar tight-line angling methods.

Conservation
Explore.
One of the things that we think make us different is the time and energy we put into our studies, beginner fly fishing content, and conservation interviews. For example, our resources for beginners are thorough and in-depth. Moreover, we aim to add to and revise these sections consistently.
Learn
Sharing knowledge is important to us. We strive to publish and refine educational content, consistently.
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Euro Nymph Leaders With Lance Egan & Ben Wilcox of Team USA
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Best Fly Fishing Books, Our Top 12 Reviewed (2022)
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Trout Stocking | Q&A With Vermont Fisheries Biologist, Lee Simard
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Fly Fishing For Winter Trout | Into The Cold
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Angler Conservation | Aaron Adams, PhD. of Bonefish & Tarpon Trust
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Snake River Fly Fishing | With Info. From Fly Fishing Guide, Scott Smith
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Blind Luck: A Story of Friendship and Fishing
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Angler Conservation: An Interview With TU’s Senior Scientist
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Fall Fly Fishing | Flies & Lies = Size
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Types of Fishing Reels Explained: Reels 101 (2022 Buyer’s Guide)
Fly Tying.
Fly tying is fun, productive and in our experience makes one a better angler. If you are just getting started, check out Fly Tying for Beginners.
Gear.
Explore our buyers guides below and get the latest insights/reviews on all fly fishing gear and equipment!
Best Fly Fishing Gear | Buyer’s Guides, By Category
Please note, “Accessories” below covers everything from fishing sunglasses to our best fly boxes, coolers and more. Explore our accessories section for “all of the above.”
What Does Fly Fishing Mean To Us?
If my life is a book—the letters are actions and the words are the stories created from those actions. My time on the water is the space between the words. In this space, I am free…” —Eric Carter-Spurio

Who is Behind Anchor Fly?

Asheville, North Carolina
Eric & Chuck are soul-inspired friends and two uber passionate fly anglers, who quite simply, LOVE to get out on the water.
Anchor Fly has been an unwritten dream of theirs since they met.
Our Story

Minneapolis, Minnesota
From The Blog.
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Best Inflatable Pontoon Boats | Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best 5 Weight Fly Reels | Reviews + Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best 7 Weight Fly Rods | Reviews + Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best 6 Weight Fly Rod | Reviews + Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best 4 wt fly Reels | Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best Fly Line For Trout | Weight Forward & Dry Fly Line (2022)
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Best Fishing Pliers | Saltwater, Steel, titanium & more (2022)
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Moonshine Rod Co. Fly Rod Reviews (2022)
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Frogg Toggs Waders Review | Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Best Strike Indicators For Fly fishing | Buyer’s Guide (2022)
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Euro Nymph Leaders With Lance Egan & Ben Wilcox of Team USA