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THE RIVER DEE | CREATURE OF LIGHT | BY JIM MURRAY

THE RIVER DEE | CREATURE OF LIGHT | BY JIM MURRAY

HELP US ENSURE THIS MAGICAL CREATURE OF LIGHT REMAINS ON ROYAL DEESIDE  GO FUND ME Last year, something magical began on the River Dee. Actor and river activist Jim Murray reached out to the team at TwinPeakesFlyFishing with a unique request: to take a painted canvas and sink it deep into the w...
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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...
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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,...
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Women in Waders 1st Birthday

Women in Waders 1st Birthday

Celebrating the 1st Birthday of Women in Waders at Loch Insch Fishery What a fantastic day we had celebrating the first birthday of the Women in Waders ladies fishing group! To mark this special occasion, we hosted a memorable trout fishing event at Loch Insch Fishery. It was a day filled with l...
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River Dee Trust | Fishing Report w/c 16th September

River Dee Trust | Fishing Report w/c 16th September

Fishing Report w/c 16th September Last week was very tricky for anglers as 2 days of a surprise summer arrived midweek with bright sunshine and temperatures getting up to the mis 20’s so the fish were keeping an extremely low profile. Towards the end of the week cooler weather came and I am hear...
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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...
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Blaine Lyon - World Champion 15' Distance Casting!!

Blaine Lyon - World Champion 15' Distance Casting!!

Blaine Lyon - World Champion 15' Distance Casting!!  Many of you will have met Blaine, and if you have spent any time with TwinPeakes will have watched him develop over the years. Blaine has been dedicated since the age of 16 to become the World number one at distance spey casting. In August at...
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Best Sporting Innovator 2024 | Winner

Best Sporting Innovator 2024 | Winner

We're excited to share that we've won the 2024 Country Sports Scotland Tourism Award for Best Sporting Innovator! Our team's dedication to making fly fishing accessible to all has led to breaking demographic barriers and launching angling initiatives across Aberdeenshire. We offer everything from professional fly casting lessons to guided trips, online tips, and a fully stocked tackle shop. Join us on your fly fishing journey—from your first cast to your first catch!
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Skagit: Not a Dirty Word

Skagit: Not a Dirty Word

  For those of us  raised on traditional speycasting in Scotland, the arrival of skagit lines on these shores was greeted with a mix of fear and horror! The legacy of fine and far off  dominated every right minded salmon fly fisher from the River Spey, to the River Tay, to the Tweed.  The ska...
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Gearing Up For Spring Salmon Fishing in Scotland

Gearing Up For Spring Salmon Fishing in Scotland

What Clothes Do I Need for Spring Fishing In Scotland? When we start spring fishing in Scotland, the truth is that it's actually the dead of winter. The seasonal spring months, when we start to feel some warmth, seem a distant prospect.   Spring fishing brings with it the broadest range of condit...
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