FlyLife Issue 121
Summer 2025/26
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Contents
Editorial
Wanderlust
Cicada Nirvana
Jack Porter strives for more hook-ups on cicada imitations
Summer of Hope
David Anderson looks forward to a fresh start and a new season
Western Melting Pot
Chris Burgess experiences the rich diversity of Shark Bay
Lights, Trout, Action
Andrew Harding captures the essence of fly fishing through a lens
The Lap
Simon Penn travels around Australia with fishing in mind
The Ngongotaha Legacy
James Fuller visits New Zealand’s last great trout hatchery
Bucket List Birthday
Joshua Hutchins celebrates a milestone with his family in the USA
Vikings, Sheep, and Fish
Jess McGlothlin goes on a whirlwind tour of Iceland
Tour de Fly
Ollie Bassett combines cycle touring with fly fishing across Europe
Ribbon Caddis
Watson's Fancy — Trout flies with Peter Watson
Raw Prawn
On the Tide — Saltwater flies with Brett Clarke
Mending My Life
Matt Hoole recovers in the NZ backcountry, one cast at a time
Latest & Greatest
Steven Dally
Reviews & New Products
Orvis Ultralight Boots & Waders, Orvis Clearwater Reel, Tiemco Shimazaki Dry Shake Spray, Scientific Anglers Trout Expert, Scientific Anglers Stripping Guard, Simms Access Boot, Simms Headwaters Sling Pack, Ross Animas & Evolution LTX, Scott GT Series, Orvis Pro Approach Hiker, Patagonia Swiftcurrent Traverse Zip-Front Waders
Travel Guide
Guides, lodges and services by region
Short Casts
Ben Hohnke, Chris Burgess, Dave Witherow, Paul Abbott
Last Cast
Rob Sloane – News, events and musings

