FlyLife Issue 118 Autumn 2025

In this issue:

• • LEARNING TO FLY — David Anderson introduces a new enthusiast
  • STILLWATER TACTICS — Andrew Harding searches for answers at Lake Otamangakau, NZ
  • ADDICTED TO CARP — Cherie Forbes rates carp as one of the best sight-fishing species
  • FLATS STRIPERS — Chris Burgess targets striped bass on Maine’s cool-water flats
  • FISHING BLIND — James Fuller immerses in the world of Toni Marks
  • SOLID SHOULDERS — April Vokey highlights the diversity of the New Zealand trout fishery
  • A DAY ON ARTHURS — Marcus Saunders makes the most of a windy day on Arthurs Lake
  • BACK TO SCHOOL — Simon Chu says it’s never too late to improve your skillset
  • THE GOOD NEWS — Kelvin Ng signs up for a remote camping and rafting trip in Alaska
  • MAGICAL MALAYSIA — Hans van Klinken reflects on the variety of Malaysia’s fly fishing
  • WATSON’S FANCY — Pinecone Cicada — Peter Watson
  • ON THE BEACH — The Nipple Duster — Chris Beech
  • LATEST & GREATEST — Steven Dally
  • REVIEWS & NEW PRODUCTS — Simms Headwaters Hip Pack, Manic Fly Collection Death Roe Eggs, Simms Flats Sneaker, Primal Smash, YETI M15 Soft Cooler, Orvis Clearwater Waders, Orvis Pro 6” Deck Boots, Orvis Clearwater Reels, Orvis Ultralight Boots, Scientific Anglers Regulator Spool, Patagonia Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Waders, Sealskinz Waterproof Socks
  • TRAVEL GUIDE — Guides, lodges and services by region
  • SHORT CASTS — Greg Hardy, Ranald Moore, Blaire Gersbach, Kelley Ruppert, Mike Dimond
  • LAST CAST — Rob Sloane – News, events and musings