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A strong start to the season in Tungulækur, with high catch rates, excellent action, and one fly dominating the numbers. Fishing in Tungulækur is off to an exceptional start this season. With only half a month gone, a total of 597 sea trout have already been landed — marking a 32% increase compared to the … Read more
Angling IQ data reveals which flies actually catch the most salmon in Iceland. The ten most effective flies accounted for 34.1% of all recorded salmon catches in the Angling IQ database for 2025. The data represents 35.33% of the total salmon catch in Iceland, based on figures from Angling IQ. It is important to note … Read more
The group finishing their fishing in Húseyjarkvísl landed a total of 86 fish, with flies such as Flæðamús, Copper John, Supertinsel producing well, while the fly Atli accounted for four fish. Fishing in Húseyjarkvísl has been solid so far, with a total of 115 sea trout landed. That’s slightly below last year’s numbers, but still … Read more
Details Length: 102 cm River: Vatnsdalsá Pool: Hnausastrengur Fly: Gló #14 Angler: Sigurður Héðinn Date: 11.09.2022 The Story Behind the Fish This was one of those fish you never forget. It took hard and made its presence felt immediately. The fight was short but intense, and when it finally came to hand, it was clear … Read more
In this latest advice from Haugur, he takes a closer look at microtubes and asks a key question: could they be the missing piece when conditions get tough and water levels drop? Microtubes are one of the most underrated fly variations out there. When used correctly, they can be incredibly effective—far more powerful than most … Read more
When analyzing the data from Northern and Northeast Iceland, it becomes clear that fly selection differs significantly from other regions that have been previously covered. It is interesting to see how distinct the pattern is in this area, and there are clear reasons behind it. For this analysis, only rivers with a minimum catch of … Read more
When looking at this region, there is a noticeable shift in which flies are used and which are not, resulting in a slightly different pattern compared to other areas previously analyzed. Neither Flekkudalsá nor Blanda are included in this analysis, as there was not enough catch data available to ensure reliable results. The data clearly … Read more
A new article has been published in Haugur’s Tips. This time, the focus is on single hooks and what you need to know about the hitch technique. This is without a doubt one of the most exciting fishing methods there is.
When hitching/riffling with single hooks, it is important to tie the fly to the leader so that the head of the fly faces against the current. The loop (hitch knot) is then slipped over and secured. This means the leader should be on the side facing the angler; the hook shank and the leader should … Read more
Do kelts survive being released? This is a question many anglers ask. In this new piece, Sigurður Héðinn looks at what research shows, what experience by the river tells us, and why proper handling is critical for giving these fish the best chance of survival.