In this issue

Features & Regulars

• It's all a Question of Rules
  Is there a new breed of fly fisher out there, totally ignorant of what is and is not acceptable practice in fly fishing? Field Editor Andrew Levy reflects on this important topic, and identifies five major spheres of obligations we should all take cognisance of.
• The Basics for River and Stream Fishing - Part II
  One of the most important aspects of fishing rivers successfully, is correct presentation. Peter Brigg explains why.
• Big Flies, Big Fish? Think Again
  While it is commonly accepted that adult largemouth yellowfish respond mostly to big flies, there is a school of thought that says they can be caught on minute trout patterns. Contributor Jonathan Boulton puts the theory to the test sight-fishing on the upper Vaal.
• The Quest for Trophy Tigers
  Through much effort, hardship and determination, contributor Keith Clover and friends finally discover what they so desperately sought after - a place where 20lb tigers on fly is a reality.
• Getting Wired
  There are times when fishing with a wire bite tippet is essential for success. Field Editor Anthony Krüger discusses the best connection to make when using wire.
• Over the Escarpment
  In Part II of our series on fly fishing the northeastern Cape, Miles Divett travels to the Wartrail area.
• Trophy Stillwaters of South Africa
  Part III - Banchory Lodge
  It may snow in winter - one of the reasons why Banchory Lodge's waters play host to trophy trout. However, there is a lot more to this KZN venue than just big trout, as John Dreyer found out.
• Trout Venue: Fairview Estates
  By Brett Mannix
• Flies for Summer
  Fly-Tying Field Editor Murray Pedder takes a look at some summer patterns you simply cannot go without.
• CDC Caddis
  By Ian Couryer
• Flies, Largely South African
  By Andrew Levy