Essential Knots and Rigs for Trout by Joe Mahler

With full-color, detailed illustrations of more than 50 knots and rigs just for fly fishers, this pocket-size guide is the only reference you'll need for assembling all of your tackle- from attaching backing to rigging a dry and dropper. In addition to popular setups for nymphs, dry flies, and streamers, this book is chock-full of knot-tying tips and tricks, information on rigging strike indicators, and tying leaders.

Joe Mahler, aka the Marker Jockey, has worked in advertising for over 25 years as an illustrator, art director, and creative director. Mahler is an FFF-certified fly casting instructor, member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America, and president of the Sanibel Fly Fishers. He lives in Fort Myers, Florida