Why Dave's Hopper Fly Still Rules the River
If you've spent any time on a trout stream in late August, you probably already know why dave's hopper fly is such a staple in every fly box. There's just something about that chunky silhouette hitting the water that makes even the most cautious brown trout lose its mind. While modern fly bins are overflowing with high-tech foam patterns and synthetic materials that look like they were made in a lab, Dave Whitlock's classic creation continues to hold its own against the new school. ...