A conversation with members of the Bulgarian national fly fishing team following EURO 2026 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. We discuss the challenging rivers, extreme heat, pre-championship reconnaissance, the draw, strategies and Bulgaria’s performance. Mitko finished fourth individually – just one place away from a medal.
What remains after a European Championship once the emotions have settled? A conversation with members of the Bulgarian national team about preparation, competition in Italy, difficult draws, the leading teams and the lessons that can help competitive fly fishing in Bulgaria move forward.
Learn what 6/0, 8/0, 10/0 and 12/0 mean in fly tying thread, why a higher number means finer thread, and how the Aught system differs from Denier.
Learn what Denier means in fly tying thread, what values such as 30D, 70D and 140D tell you, and why Denier is not a measure of thread strength.
A conversation with Konstantin Karagyozov after five days of fly fishing on Norway’s River Rena – large brown trout, dry flies, caddis and the lessons that remain after an unforgettable fishing trip.
Discover why BFC fly hooks are trusted by fly tyers looking for dependable quality, versatile hook styles and excellent value for money.
Today DOHIKU offers a wide range of models for dry flies, nymphs, pupae, emergers, jig nymphs, wet flies, streamers, Blob, Bloodworm, Spider and terrestrial flies. It is this specialization that makes the brand one of the best choices for fly tyers looking for maximum efficiency and reliability.
Welcome to the complete guide to Ahrex fly hooks. Here you will find information about all series, the main models, the purpose of each hook and tips on how to choose the most suitable model according to your fishing technique and the type of fly.
✔ What makes HANAK Competition hooks different from other fly tying hooks.
✔ How to choose the right hook based on the type of fly you want to tie.
✔ The differences between Dry Fly, Nymph, Jig, Pupa and Streamer hook series.
✔ How to understand hook design, specifications and model designations.
✔ Which hook series are best suited for specific fly patterns and fishing techniques.
This guide provides a complete overview of the FASNA system to help you always choose the right hook for the right situation.
Even though I missed out on a medal, I'm happy with my performance because I certainly gave it my all, it was undoubtedly my best game at the European Championships.
In fly fishing, organization is often an overlooked element – until you waste time searching for the right fly or damage valuable patterns inside your box.
The 30th European Fly Fishing Championship on the rivers and lakes of Bosnia and Herzegovina has passed. A very difficult competition with a very large number of participants – 20 countries!
Those ten magical days on the rivers of northern Sweden also passed.
To spend 10 days with Kuncho, Dancho and Rosen for 24 hours together, of which at least 12 hours every day in the river, is a true dream come true.
The French Partridge May Fly is one of the most famous traditional Irish wet flies, created as an imitation of the Mayfly, which annually produces impressive hatches on the limestone lakes of Ireland.
In fly fishing, the thickness of the tippet is often indicated by the so-called X system (e.g. 3X, 4X, 5X, etc.).
In this article we will look at the main types of dubbing, their characteristics and how to choose the right material according to the fly pattern, fishing conditions and desired effect.
Simms and Guideline waterproof backpacks and bags are designed to keep your valuable gear dry and protected in all conditions.
Both options have their place in fishing, but the choice depends mostly on where and how deep you are wading, how much you are moving, and what time of day you are fishing.