The fly fishing blog by fly fishermen for fly fishermen

Simon Scodavolpe –

Simon Scodavolpe

Fly Fisherman, Fly tyer

Simon was born in the south of France and discovered fishing at the age of 10. Although he initially lived far from the Pyrenean rivers that are so dear to him today, he quickly developed into a dedicated trout angler. As a teenager, he explored the entire Pyrenean range, from the Pyrénées-Orientales to Béarn, fishing both streams and mountain lakes. For the past 10 years, he has been living in the southern Alps, where he has developed a deep passion for the different facets of fly fishing. He has published numerous articles in Salmonid Fishing Mag and is now editor-in-chief of Truites & Cie.

2026-06-12 12.06.2026 2026-06-12 Last updated on: 12.06.2026

This test of the Vision Nymphmaniac Twintip range focuses on the shorter models: the 9'9 #3, 10'3 #3 and 10'3 #4. Based on Common Cents System measurements, the comparison examines power, action, balance, guide layout and intended fishing applications. From dedicated dry-fly fishing to refined Euro nymphing and versatile all-round use, each model offers a distinct approach for trout anglers fishing small and medium-sized rivers.

Simon Scodavolpe –

Simon Scodavolpe

Fly Fisherman, Fly tyer

Simon was born in the south of France and discovered fishing at the age of 10. Although he initially lived far from the Pyrenean rivers that are so dear to him today, he quickly developed into a dedicated trout angler. As a teenager, he explored the entire Pyrenean range, from the Pyrénées-Orientales to Béarn, fishing both streams and mountain lakes. For the past 10 years, he has been living in the southern Alps, where he has developed a deep passion for the different facets of fly fishing. He has published numerous articles in Salmonid Fishing Mag and is now editor-in-chief of Truites & Cie.

2026-06-10 10.06.2026 2026-06-12 Last updated on: 12.06.2026

The Guideline Elevation series has earned an excellent reputation among competition anglers and reservoir specialists alike. In this review, we take a closer look at the Elevation 10' #6 and 10' #7, analysing their power, action, balance and intended applications through Common Cents System measurements.

Simon Scodavolpe –

Simon Scodavolpe

Fly Fisherman, Fly tyer

Simon was born in the south of France and discovered fishing at the age of 10. Although he initially lived far from the Pyrenean rivers that are so dear to him today, he quickly developed into a dedicated trout angler. As a teenager, he explored the entire Pyrenean range, from the Pyrénées-Orientales to Béarn, fishing both streams and mountain lakes. For the past 10 years, he has been living in the southern Alps, where he has developed a deep passion for the different facets of fly fishing. He has published numerous articles in Salmonid Fishing Mag and is now editor-in-chief of Truites & Cie.

2026-06-08 08.06.2026 2026-06-08 Last updated on: 08.06.2026

More than a decade after the launch of the original YOTO, JMC has updated its iconic semi-automatic fly reel. In this review, we take a closer look at the new YOTO XPR 30 and 50, analyse their technical improvements and examine where each model excels for Euro nymphing, dry-fly fishing and versatile trout fishing applications.

Simon Scodavolpe –

Simon Scodavolpe

Fly Fisherman, Fly tyer

Simon was born in the south of France and discovered fishing at the age of 10. Although he initially lived far from the Pyrenean rivers that are so dear to him today, he quickly developed into a dedicated trout angler. As a teenager, he explored the entire Pyrenean range, from the Pyrénées-Orientales to Béarn, fishing both streams and mountain lakes. For the past 10 years, he has been living in the southern Alps, where he has developed a deep passion for the different facets of fly fishing. He has published numerous articles in Salmonid Fishing Mag and is now editor-in-chief of Truites & Cie.

2026-06-05 05.06.2026 2026-06-05 Last updated on: 05.06.2026

With the launch of the new Hero² series, Vision updates one of the most popular value-for-money fly rod ranges on the market. In this review, we take a closer look at the River Hero 9'3 #3 and the Nymphing Hero² 10'6 #3, analysing their power, action, component configuration and practical applications through Common Cents System measurements and extensive on-the-water experience.

Simon Scodavolpe –

Simon Scodavolpe

Fly Fisherman, Fly tyer

Simon was born in the south of France and discovered fishing at the age of 10. Although he initially lived far from the Pyrenean rivers that are so dear to him today, he quickly developed into a dedicated trout angler. As a teenager, he explored the entire Pyrenean range, from the Pyrénées-Orientales to Béarn, fishing both streams and mountain lakes. For the past 10 years, he has been living in the southern Alps, where he has developed a deep passion for the different facets of fly fishing. He has published numerous articles in Salmonid Fishing Mag and is now editor-in-chief of Truites & Cie.

2026-06-03 03.06.2026 2026-06-03 Last updated on: 03.06.2026

A detailed review of the JMC PURE NGX 11' #2 fly rod. We analyse its true power and action using the Common Cents System and take a closer look at its balance, build quality and suitability for modern tight line nymphing. The article also features impressions from two-time individual World Fly Fishing Champion Julien Daguillanes, who relied on this rod throughout his 2025 competition season.