L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing

by Macauley Lord, Dick Talleur, Dave Whitlock

The L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing is an exciting full-color book for beginning and expert fly anglers alike. This book is divided into three essential parts--Fly Fishing, Fly Casting, and Fly Tying--and covers each with in-depth analysis in clear, easy-to-follow language. Learn about assembly of fly tackle; the biology of fish; natural fish foods and how to imitate them; safety techniques; the eleven habits of highly effective fly casters; the basic four-part cast; the roll cast; the basics of fly tying; types of flies; the top ten most popular and successful fly patterns; and much more. The L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing is the perfect gift for seasoned anglers looking to improve their skills, novices picking up a fly rod for the first time, and for all those who have ever dreamed of trading in their suits for a pair of waders.

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction

352 pages, Paperback

First published October 31, 2001

Reviews

[Acc13 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good primer.

Great info on casting, and casting technique.
Lots of good troubleshooting advice.

Scant and unsatisfying on flies, the foods they imitate, how to animate (or not).
Similarly frustrating on some advanced techniques.
Would needs supplemental material on specific fish; but the book is large enough without it - can't really fault them.

Tons of information on fly tying, which I skipped - when I'm crotchety, old and retired, maybe a revisit.