This is our new long sleeve Tech Shirt. It is a poly fabric that will wick moisture and will breath very well. I made this shirt because it is long sleeve, and is a tight enough weave to keep those black flies out from under the cuffs. The shirt is...
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Posted June 1st, 2011 by Jordan Ross |
The presence of dragonflies in virtually all freshwater aquatic environments makes it a very interesting group to reveal the state of conservation of these environments, which have been severely degraded in Britain in...
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Posted May 19th, 2011 by Vincent Jeudy |
I think I see a diamolite reel in the background?
In my journey to come up with a fiberglass fly rod that would be best for our brand, I started out buying up a bunch of fiberglass fly rods. I have kept some for myself, and some I have just cast to get the feel of them, while others I...
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Posted March 13th, 2011 by Jordan Ross |
Hey Jp,
I used the ole Beaver Meadow today; wow! Honestly JP, absolutely the best rod I have ever fished with! You are the freaking man! I’m very happy, and so glad that I bought a JP Ross Fly Rod years ago, thus leading me to...
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Posted February 27th, 2011 by Jordan Ross |
Angela Moonan – An Evening of Musical Memories Join vocalist Angela Moonan with musicians Jeff Sawyer, MattTo benefit Music for...
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Posted February 16th, 2011 by Jordan Ross |
These are a few concepts I like to think about when I’m winter fishing in tailwaters that hold very large, very selective trout. So here are a few ideas to take with you next time you’re on a famed tailwater with big freaking trout...
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Posted February 12th, 2011 by Caleb Lockyer |
I went to the salmon river today and started swinging but after a while packed up the spey rod and got the fly rod out. Useing a caddis immitation I managed to hook and land about a 7 pound steely. After a few more minutes in that spot...
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Posted February 7th, 2011 by |
5 & 5 sale: For a limited time JP Ross Fly Rods, the leader in small stream fly rod, will be offering a special on our 5 foot Beaver Meadow series of rods. For a very limited time we will be offering out 5 foot 2 weight and 5 foot 3 weight rods for only $155.00...
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Posted November 22nd, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
our new buy now button
We have added a new feature to our web site. It is a Buy Now Button. Soon you will see this button popping up all over the site. It is an easier way for our readers to find the items that we sell online. Here is what it looks...
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Posted November 17th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
get this awesome box with a $300 or $400 gift certificate
New for the Holiday Season. JP Ross introduces the Wheatley Fly Box Gift Certificate. Choose from $100, $200, $300 and $400.00 gift certificates and get a free Wheatley Fly Box. Here is more info to Buy Now. Wheatley Fly Box Gift Certificate Link. ...
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Posted October 26th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
new line, shrink wrapped grip, beautiful case
Hi Everyone. As some of you may know, I truley enjoy refurbishing old fly rods. I have done many over the years and recently my love of fiberglass fly rods has brought me to this treasure. Here is what we have; it is a Vintage Conolon Garcia Live Fiber 7 foot 8 inch fly rod...
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Posted September 6th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
Yesterday I went up to the Salmon river with my friend Smithy. The night before the power company raised the water from 180 Cfs to 320 Cfs so we thought we would give it a try. After swinging flies at Pineville and not catching anything we were...
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Posted September 3rd, 2010 by |
Dear JP,
My new rod arrived yesterday and it is indeed beautiful – stunning in fact. The workmanship is top notch, bar none. I have only lawn-cast the rod at this point, but it felt great. I cannot wait to fish it.
I...
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Posted August 24th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
Jordan,
The rod just arrived about 15 minutes ago – it looks spectacular, more like a showpiece than a fishing rod. Excellent workmanship and an attention to detail that’s hard to come by these days. It was more than worth the wait.
On Friday, I’m going...
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Posted August 24th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
Nicks fish on his new JP Ross
Hi Jordan, I’ve included a photo of the first trout I caught on my new rod. I caught a total of nine this morning on my favorite nymph. Things couldn’t have worked out better. I was on the Mohawk river by 7:30am and caught my first fish on the third...
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Posted August 22nd, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
Sanibel Island Snook
Jordan .. sure . i am glad to offer some info about florida trip
I had read in Maizlers "Fishing Florida Flats " about beach fishing for cruising snook in June and July, so on a recent business trip to Florida I added a weekend so...
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Posted July 28th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
On my last trip to California I decided to take one day to relax. I found myself in a small town called Carmel. Carmel is a beautiful town by the Pacific Ocean. There I stayed for an evening, woke up fairly early and walked the street. Earlier that previous day,...
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Posted June 16th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
I have known the owner of Adirondack Exposure for many years. Scott is about my age and is very talented. I was very happy to see his shop open up just south of Old Forge on Rte 28. I visited Scott and he was happy to stock our...
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Posted June 16th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
This last week I was out of school on April break. While most kids watched T.V., played video games, and stayed inside, I fished! On Saturday I went fishing with Gary Bartell on the Mohawk river. After we caught...
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Posted April 28th, 2010 by |
A Tiger Trout
Have you ever heard of a tiger trout? I did one day when I was reading an article in an American Angler issue last year. They mentioned that there are tiger trout in NY, Cobleskill Reservoir to be specific. The Cobleskill Reservoir is also mentioned by the NY DEC Fishing Regulations for...
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Posted April 26th, 2010 by Joe Riolo |
Out of the slump!
On Sunday I went up to the Salmon river with a guy who I’d fished with before. That day a local guide named Pat let me use one of his spey rod’s (a 13 foot custom rod). I was mostly swinging skagit...
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Posted April 19th, 2010 by |
Ever drove your fly rod tip straight into the ground? More than likely, it didn't just bounce right back into place without a scratch. Luckily, for this ten year old and JP Ross, the new limited edition Reuben Wood saved the day.jprossflyrods.com/reuben wood
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Posted April 17th, 2010 by Angela Moonan |
Introduction: I have owned and operated a fly shop and fly rod company for over 10 years, and fished for at least twice that amount of time. In that time I have caught many fish, but there are many things I have not done...
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Posted April 10th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
My New ONYX Fly Rod
I picked up my new JP Ross ONYX custom fly rod this week. It is incredibly light and has a really cool finish. It is a 9 foot, eight weight fly rod that I am going to use for both saltwater fly fishing as well as for...
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Posted March 27th, 2010 by Joe Riolo |
baby snapping turtle
I always love going on adventures with my "Best Friend" Kayla Arzie! One of my favorite adventures (with her) was when we were up in the Adirondacks! You see, my family on my Dad’s side goes up to Macauley Mountain every fall for a celebration.br...
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Posted March 19th, 2010 by Jordan Ross |
As I tie some flies or even do other activities, I listen to ask about fly fishing internet radio. It can be found at http://www.askaboutflyfishing.com/. It is a neat show hosted by Roger Maves that brings in big time fly fishers, guides, authors, etc. to discuss their secrets and knowledge...
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Posted February 6th, 2010 by Joe Riolo |
The stuff needed to build the basket
When fishing saltwater and freshwater with steamers or when distance casting, a stripping basket is important to keep your fly line untangled and easily ready on your final stroke of your cast. As my trip to Maui was creeping closer, I decided to try and create my own stripping basket. So I...
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Posted January 31st, 2010 by Joe Riolo |
Montana the Black Lab, says Merry Christmas... now cast over there!
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Posted December 19th, 2009 by Jordan Ross |
Green River in Utah
As I sit home listening to the wind blowing and wondering how much lake effect snow I need to shovel tomorrow, I sit and think about what winter get away fly fishing trips I may be able to take advantage of this winter. The first thing that I think...
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Posted December 13th, 2009 by Joe Riolo |
Beefy T shown here
BEEFY T’s! Montana's Favorite T-Shirt...
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Posted November 2nd, 2009 by Jordan Ross |
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