The water is down to near summer levels again and the fishing is fading as a result, not a surprise after such a good spell lately. Fresh fish have all but dried up and the residents are taking quite a lot of persuasion to have a go or swing a glance at the fly. However, it was not all doom and gloom and some rods caught in the teens. The highlight was a fine 24 pounder to Nick Day from the Ewes Neuk pool beat 5 fishing with George Hardy Achentoul. Sunray Shadow and small coneheads were most effective. Our RS SuperSnaelda is still causing a bit of a stir and here is the latest testimonial on its prowess -

"Dear Ron,

Last week was made truly memorable due to the addition of your RS Super Snaelda, to the business end of my fly line. In total four fish were caught during the week two fell to your invention!   On both occasions it was attrition with an array of flies that worn down the fish.  However it was your fly they finally succumbed to needless to say both times on the first cast.

Thank you for taking time out on the phone to discuss tactics with me,  and realising exactly what style and size of fly I would need for the river and it's conditions.

Ron that was my first ever Salmon,  I'm thrilled!

Thank you,

Ed Few.

The deadly RS SuperSnaelda which we designed last year. It's been our most popular fly since and you can buy it right here -  http://www.helmsdalecompany.com/index.php?_a=product&product_id=1541

One more snippet, I am involved with an exhibition in Inverness Museum through September & October about fly tying and other ancient highland skills, here is a short film promo which features myself commenting on the river and flytying etc, it's called Hunting for lost crafts - http://lostcraft.highlifehighland.com/themes/crafting-the-catch/

Sir Michael Wigan is also involved and gives a taste of life on his estate Borrobol. - http://lostcraft.highlifehighland.com/themes/both-sides-of-the-river/