Paul’s field library
Start with the water you plan to fish.
These guides are organized around real Colorado decisions: a four-rod trolling spread, a fish finder for deep reservoirs, a leader knot that clears rod guides, and a compact tenkara kit for creek pull-offs.
Fixed-line field guide
The Ultimate Tenkara Setup for Colorado Creeks
One telescoping rod, two lines, a small fly box, and enough restraint to keep the kit useful.
Guide index
Gear setups, knots, electronics, and creek kits.
The Ultimate Tenkara Setup for Colorado Creeks
A packable fixed-line trout kit for mountain creeks, alpine lake edges, and road-trip pull-offs.
Read guideReservoir setupPaul's 4-Rod Trolling System for Colorado Reservoirs
The 4-rod trolling spread Paul uses weekly at Spinney and Eleven Mile: rod roles, reel choices, line system, and target depths all mapped out.
Read guideElectronicsBest Fish Finders for Colorado Reservoir Fishing
Tested on Colorado reservoirs: which fish finder handles 80ft trout depth best, from live sonar rigs to affordable first units.
Read guideKnot guideAlberto Knot for Trout Fishing — Braid to Fluorocarbon the Right Way
Sufix Revolve braid meets 8lb fluorocarbon with the Alberto knot. The exact setup Paul runs for Colorado reservoir trout, tied correctly every time.
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