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Missoula, Montana Fly Fishing — Why Spring Is Prime Time

I’m excited to share another guest blog from my good friend and professional guide, Jake Hensley — also known as @missoulaflyguy on Instagram. Jake is one of the best fly fishing guides I’ve ever h...

Apr 27, 2025

Winter Fly Fishing in the Driftless: Braving the Cold for Iowa Trout

Some days, you just have to fish—even if it’s five degrees outside. Last week, I was in Cedar Rapids for meetings on Wednesday and Friday, but my business partner and fishing buddy, Max, and I saw ...

Feb 8, 2025

The RiverVault: A Waterproof Fly Fishing Pack Built for Performance and Value

At Pescador on the Fly, we believe in creating gear that supports every angler’s adventure without breaking the bank. Our newest product, the RiverVault, is a waterproof lumbar fly fishing pack tha...

Dec 28, 2024

The Benefits of Our Direct-to-Angler Model: Quality Gear, Transparent Pricing, Real Savings

At Pescador on the Fly, we do things differently. We’re a small, family-owned business dedicated to crafting high-quality, high-performance fly fishing gear and bringing it directly to anglers. Th...

Dec 21, 2024

Why We Created Our 3-Pack Fly Packs: Quality, Value, and a Lesson in Entrepreneurship

At Pescador on the Fly, we’re all about providing high-quality, affordable gear for anglers—and that includes flies. We know the market is full of expensive flies, often marked up significantly due...

Dec 14, 2024

Why We Created the Econ 101 Series: Quality Entry Level Fly Fishing Gear

In creating the Econ 101 Series, we collaborated closely with our partners at Trout Unlimited. Through our discussions, we heard how many anglers, especially those new to the sport, were frustrat...

Dec 7, 2024

Why We Made the El Jefe Series: The Workhorse of Our Fly Rod Lineup

At Pescador on the Fly, we wanted to create a series of rods that could handle any fishing scenario with reliability, performance, and exceptional value. That’s how the El Jefe Series was born. Nam...

Nov 30, 2024

Why We Made the El Rey Series: Redefining What a Packable Fly Rod Can Be

At Pescador on the Fly, we’re driven to push the boundaries of fly fishing gear, and that vision led us to create the El Rey Series. El Rey means “The King.” Our goal was to design a premium fly r...

Nov 23, 2024

The Versa Pack: Big Value in a Small Package

At Pescador on the Fly, we know that sometimes less is more. For those quick trips to the stream or those times when you don’t want to carry a full pack, we created the Versa Pack—a compact, mini...

Nov 16, 2024

How Pescador on the Fly Got Started: A Journey from Frustration to Innovation

The story of Pescador on the Fly starts with my lifelong love for fly fishing. I learned the ropes from my father and grandfather, who taught me the patience and technique it takes to catch fish ...

Nov 9, 2024

Direct-to-Angler Doesn’t Mean Anti-Fly Shop

At Pescador on the Fly, our business model is built around a simple concept: delivering high-performance fly rods directly to anglers, without the middleman markup. This approach allows us to prov...

Sep 11, 2024

A Tribute to My Dad: The Man Who Taught Me to Fish

This past Saturday evening, August 10th, my dad took his last breath. Surrounded by family, in a room filled with love, he peacefully departed this world. It was a moment of profound sadness, and ...

Aug 13, 2024

A High-Altitude Adventure: Chasing Brook Trout at Willow Lakes Colorado

After planning a busy round of meetings in Denver for Monday, I decided to take a break and embrace a new adventure. With a 6:00 am flight out of Des Moines on Sunday, I found myself in Colorado wi...

Aug 10, 2024

Floating The Blackfoot River in Montana with My Son

Our adventure continued on the second day of our fishing trip, as Max and I were picked up at The DoubleTree in Missoula, Montana by our friend Dylan. Today’s destination was the beautiful Blackfoo...

Aug 10, 2024

Cracking the Code for Monster Stillwater Trout

We are excited to have another guest blog post by our friend, artist, and fly rod customer Paul Laemmlen. Check out this incredible write up from his adventure on June 25th, 2024, Paul has really...

Jul 13, 2024

A Memorable Fourth of July Fly Fishing Adventure in Missoula, Montana

This past Fourth of July, I had the pleasure of embarking on an unforgettable fly fishing trip to Missoula, Montana, with my 14-year-old son, Max. This trip was particularly special as Max finally ...

Jul 9, 2024

Spring Fly Fishing in Missoula, Montana — What's Hatching & Where

My good friend and professional Guide Jake Hensley, AKA @missoulaflyguy on Instagram has been killing it near Missoula, Montana this year with his clients. If you are looking to fish some of the b...

May 6, 2024

Understanding Fly Line Weights and Their Applications

Diving into the world of fly fishing introduces anglers to an array of equipment choices, each with its own role in ensuring a successful outing. Among these, selecting the right fly line weight s...

Apr 19, 2024

Mastering the Waters: Understanding Different Types of Fly Lines and Their Applications

Fly fishing is an art, with each element from rod to reel to fly playing a pivotal role in the angler’s success. However, the fly line is often the unsung hero, acting as the crucial connection bet...

Apr 19, 2024

Demystifying Leaders and Tippet: A Beginner’s Guide to Fly Fishing Essentials

Welcome to the captivating world of fly fishing, where the dance of the fly on the water’s surface can spellbind any fish and fisherman alike. For those just beginning their journey into this artf...

Apr 19, 2024

Essential Gear for the Fly Fishing Beginner: Beyond the Rod and Reel

Embarking on your fly fishing journey is an exciting prospect. With images of serene rivers and the thrill of the catch in mind, it’s easy to focus solely on selecting your first fly rod and reel....

Apr 19, 2024

Match the Hatch vs. The Perfect Drift: Navigating Fly Fishing’s Age-Old Debate

In the intricate dance of fly fishing, two philosophies often find themselves at the heart of angler discussions: “Match the Hatch” and “The Perfect Drift.” Both strategies are crucial in their own...

Apr 19, 2024