Friday, January 29, 2016

Field Testing the 3WT Demo

I took a recent trip up to North Georgia to do some "field testing" using the new demo 7.5' 3WT rod. The performance was great with only a few minor adjustments left to make.  Overall it was a great trip with a decent amount of wild rainbow trout caught.    

I look forward having this rod available for purchase in the next few months.  

Matt Walters  

Friday, January 22, 2016

Walters Fly Rods 2016 Pro Program

Photo by: David Cannon
As this small business expands and we continue to introduce more rod offerings in the near future we are proud to offer a new annual pro program to a limited number of qualified guides in the fly fishing industry.  

Applications and more information are available on the website under "pro program" on the bottom right hand corner.  Feel free to reach out to us with any questions at info@waltersflyrods.com.

Friday, January 15, 2016

North Georgia Hook Ups

Matt Wilson with a nice fish on the line in North Georgia | Photo by: David Cannon

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Fly Tying Instructions for Kevin's Stonefly (Video)

By: Matt Walters



This pattern is one of the first freshwater flies I learned and began tying with my good buddy and guide at Davidson River Outfitters, Ken Hardwick.  I love using this fly in my dropper rig especially during stonefly hatches and high water conditions.  This video, fly, and music represent a lot from my early days of fly fishing as I would fish all day and then go listen to Galen at the local bar with some fishing buddies.  Lots of great memories.  Pattern by: Kevin Howell

Below is the step by step video guide of how to tie this fly yourself.



If the video above does not load please use the following link:  Kevin's Stonefly Fly Tying Video


Materials:
  • #8 Hook
  • White Chenille
  • Grizzly Hackle
  • Gold Wire
  • Lead wire
  • Peacock Herl
  • Turkey feather
  • Rubber Legs