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Spartan Precision Rod Racks

Spartan Precision Rod Racks

Built for anglers who refuse to compromise, the Spartan Precision Rod Rack is a travel-friendly, hard-wearing, and lightweight solution you can genuinely trust. Drawing on Spartan Precision’s renowned engineering craftsmanship from the hunting world, this rack has been designed to perform flawlessly wherever the road or river takes you.

After three years of testing with the TwinPeakes team and three prototype evolutions, the final result is a rock-solid rod rack that balances strength, protection, and ease of use in one beautifully engineered system.

River Dee - Spring Ready Series

River Dee - Spring Ready Series

Spring Salmon Fishing in Scotland

As the season approaches, we turn our focus to early spring salmon fishing on the River Dee in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Cold water, changeable weather and long days demand the right preparation. In this post, we share how we layer our clothing for comfort and performance when targeting February springers, from keeping your feet warm to managing upper body layers and hand protection. A practical guide to staying warm, fishing longer and making the most of spring salmon fishing on the River Dee.



How to Choose Your Preferred Running Line for Salmon Fishing

How to Choose Your Preferred Running Line for Salmon Fishing

How to Choose Your Preferred Running Line for Salmon Fishing When it comes to salmon fishing, choosing the right running line is one of the simplest—but most important—decisions you’ll make. The right running line affects your distance, control, mending, and how confidently you fish throughout th...
Choosing the Right Line for Your Switch Rod

Choosing the Right Line for Your Switch Rod

Choosing the Right Line for Your Switch Rod Selecting the right fly line for your switch rod is one of the most important decisions you can make on the river. A well-matched line will completely change how your rod loads, how your flies present, and ultimately how confidently you fish. Before we ...
Choosing the Right Fly Line for Salmon Fishing

Choosing the Right Fly Line for Salmon Fishing

Choosing the Right Fly Line for Salmon Fishing Selecting the correct fly line for your salmon rod can truly make or break your setup. Rather than focusing on brands first, the smartest approach is to start with two key questions: Where do you fish, and what time of year are you on the water? Cond...
A Guide to Choosing the Best Double-Handed Rods for Each Application

A Guide to Choosing the Best Double-Handed Rods for Each Application

When it comes to double-handed fly fishing, choosing the right rod is essential for balanced performance and efficiency on the water. Factors like river size, water conditions, target species, and fly presentation all play a role in determining the ideal setup. Below, we break down the best appl...
Get Prepared for winter with our Insulation range!

Get Prepared for winter with our Insulation range!

Stay Warm and Enjoy the Outdoors with Insulated Clothing!   As winter draws near, it's important to keep enjoying the outdoors, whether you're fishing, hiking in the woods, or heading out for a family adventure. Our range of insulated clothing is designed to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable,...
Tactics to try for September

Tactics to try for September

Tactics to try for September   Here are some tactics to try for September.... Things to think about...   As the temperature drops and the river has an autumnal feel to it my mindset changes...   Salmon are less willing to travel a long way for the fly so we are thinking much more about the depth...