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3 weeks ago | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
Last year, we saw the introduction of the first Ross Reels and Coors Banquet collaboration. This collab featured the Ross Animas alongside the signature gold and red coloring and iconic Coors logo. While the collaboration and reels were great, the best part about the partnership was the end goal. Both Ross and Coors used this opportunity to raise money for Trout Unlimited’s Embrace a Stream program, furthering conservation efforts.
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4 weeks ago | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
Lapland is something else—one of those heartbreakingly beautiful places that stays with you. There’s a philosophy there called Allemansrätten, meaning “the right to roam”—a belief that everyone should have access to nature’s vast wilderness, from rivers to oceans, forests to mountaintops.
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1 month ago | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
A note from Capt. Chris Wright: “Luke only 13 years old came to Hawaii with a dream of catching a big Hawaiian bonefish on the fly rod. A dream that is not to far fetched in the winter months in Hawaii. But to capture it all on video, WOW!! What a privilege to witness such an experienced and passionate fly fisherman at such a young age.
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Jan 24, 2025 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
You know you’re a fly angler when your car’s interior smells like wet waders, your hands are perpetually glittered with UV resin, and your friends have to remind you to take a shower after being on a boat all day. Fly fishing isn’t just a hobby—it’s a personality trait, that’s why we decided to share 20 Reasons Why You’re A Fly Angler. You might get a laugh, or you might just realize how deep into the fly-fishing rabbit hole you’ve gone.
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Dec 18, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
The 2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour is just around the corner! Before the films hit the screen, take a behind-the-scenes look at the making of each film in this year’s F3T Behind the Lens series. Plus, don’t forget to check out the 2025 tour dates HERE for the full schedule and to grab your tickets!Next up in this year’s F3T Behind the Lens series is the Get After It feature with Captain Lacey Kelly and DECKED.
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Dec 11, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
Once you get a drift boat, the first thing that comes to mind is outfitting and accessorizing it to fit your fishing program. Let’s face it, the moment you get it, you just want to hit the water. To make it easy to hit the water ready these drift boat accessories have become essential items on any trip. Trying to stay minimal, but maybe you’ll see a piece of gear in this guide that you never would have thought about.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
A note from Kari (@akkenaigirl): “Fishing has been a part of my life since I was 4 years old when my family moved to Alaska. My dad took our family fishing most summer weekends and brought me along on his fishing trips with his friends which instilled in me a deep love for the sport.”“I lost my mom 5 years ago—though she wasn’t as passionate about fishing, she loved the Alaskan outdoors.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
Steelheading on the Skeena is more than fishing — it’s a way of life, a test of patience, and a testament to passion. Destination Skeena takes you into the heart of one of the most iconic, undammed river systems in British Columbia. This is where the most dedicated and, let’s be honest, most troubled anglers —steelheaders — spend days, weeks, even months chasing one of the most unique highs one can experience on the water. For this obsessive breed of anglers, it’s never been solely about the fish.
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Nov 20, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
Ross Reels has introduced the limited edition Casting for Recovery x Cimarron Reel, a 5/6 weight fly reel symbolizing healing and resilience for women navigating breast cancer. Handcrafted in the USA, the reel is adorned with engraved rainbow trout artwork by artist Piper Nunn and features a pink anodized drag knob with the Casting for Recovery logo.
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Nov 19, 2024 | 
flylordsmag.com | Nelson Oxley
A note from Zach Markow (@southern_style_charters):“In the summer months, I always keep at least an 8wt, 10wt and 12wt because you can very easily need to use all 3 in the same day. Whether it’s Redfish, Jacks, triple tail or tarpon, anything is possible in the summer.”“This day was no different. We were up in a creek looking for redfish and we saw a couple tarpon come up and gulp for air. I grabbed the 12wt, hopped out of the boat on foot and waited for one to roll.
