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January

River in great order

The Helmsdale is still asleep but conditions are absolutely perfect with the river running at around 1ft. As usual once the opening free fishing dust settles, the river gets very lightly fished. The Association water is producing a few kelts for Andy Sutherland who rarely misses out on catching the first fish on the river. I have a feeling this week or next will give a sea-liced fish and the association water is as good a bet as any.

We have launched a couple of new deadly Willie Gunn patterns this week which you can see below and both will be available to buy from today. These are tied by Ron to order and therefore not in our 3 + 1 deal right now but both are stunning tubes as you can see.

RS Willie Gunn Solar Monkey

RS Willie Gunn Baxters Babe

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January

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The Helmsdale is still very quiet but with the current conditions it should give a January springer up very soon...they MUST be in the system now!

Check this report out midweek as we are launching some stunning new flies, don't miss it!!!

With more rivers opening very soon on Feb 1st please take advantage of our 3 + 1 deal on salmon flies to get your fresh new sparkling supply to seek out those fresh run springers!

Simply order any multiple of 3 flies and we will add another of the same fly free for you.

 

 

16

January

Opening week blank

The Helmsdale has been in fine fettle and ice free for the opening week but surprisingly no fresh fish have been reported, it is just a matter of time as the river drops. Hopefully the good conditions forecast for next week will encourage anglers back on the water and we will see a lovely highland springer caught and released very soon!

We are still running a 3 + 1 on all flies so grab some of our best when you have the chance to stock up.

Tight lines

12

January

Opening 2 days

No fresh fish off on the opening 2 days, The river has been a little unsettled with snowmelt but overhead conditions are great, It is just a matter of time. Get your rods out for the free fishing and grab some of our flies...There will be a springer in there and the more the river drops the better your chances. Concentrate on the lower 3 beats of the river ( both banks) where there is some beautiful fly water, we will keep you posted on any highlights.

Here is our absolute best new spring selection which includes the favoured black & yellow combos which catch so many early season spring salmon.

We also have a spring 3 + 1 deal running on all salmon flies so order any multiple of 3 flies and we will pop in a free fly for you.

Tight lines


5

January

Rs Alistair Specials

Our amazing RS design Alistair Specials are ready and waiting for you to order. Pure gold and real junglecock tied on copper tubes in 2", 1.5" & 1". The Helmsdale will be open very soon and many more rivers will quickly follow so grab some of these beauties online here and we will get then in the post to you First Class mail, you know you want them.......

Happy New year and tight lines

Buy now right here - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/rs-alistair-special-pro-choice.html