Tackle Week 2026: The best new fly fishing gear for Canadian waters, from the river to the vise

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PHEASANT TAIL SIMPLICITY

In this instructional book, angler, conservationist and Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard teams up with influential fly anglers Craig Mathews and Mauro Mazzo to encourage fly anglers to do more with less. The book explores how 18 different fly patterns from a single pheasant tail feather can cover a wide range of fishing situations, complete with clear recipes, thoughtful techniques and a refreshing back-to-basics philosophy.

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