FlyLife Issue 118
Autumn 2025
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Contents
Editorial
Solitude
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
Pinecone Cicada
Watson’s Fancy — Trout flies with Peter Watson
The Nipple Duster
On the Beach — Saltwater flies with Chris Beech
Magical Malaysia
Hans van Klinken reflects on the variety of Malaysia’s fly fishing
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

