It is no secret, we now definitely need rain to get the fishing back on track. There are fish around but they are getting a little laid back when it comes to hitting salmon flies at the moment due to the bright dry conditions unless you are prepared to get up very early and fish the late shift.

Since there are not great catches to report, we are going to direct you to our "testimonials page" this week where we have lots of great feedback on our flies from anglers who have fished far and wide with them. These are true stories based on memorable catches and anglers who want to share their success with us. This is great motivation for Helmsdale Co and it is what makes us tick and keep pushing the boundaries of fly tying so we can keep offering you an awesome variety of stunning patterns that just keep catching. Read out testimonials here - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/testimonials.html

One of the favourites has been our Cascade Alistair which you can see below in the most popular versions. it has to be without doubt our most successful fly locally, nationally and internationally, not many salmon flies have that appeal or power.

RS Cascade Alistair JC plastic tube - 1/2" 0r 1/4" buy here - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/rs-cascade-alistair-jc.html

RS UV Cascade Alistair conehead, also available on copper tubes, many sizes ( this is our long standing original version ) buy here - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/cascade-alistair-conehead.html

RS UV Cascade Alistair JC conehead, buy here - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/rs-uv-cascade-alistair-jc-conehead

RS UV Cascade Alistair JC Copper tube - https://www.helmsdalecompany.com/rs-uv-cascade-alistair-jc-copper-tube