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Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk

    • Andy Sparhawk

    I'm a Colorado kid and lifelong angler. From bluegills in area ponds to high alpine lakes of the Rocky Mountains, I've fished it all. The only thing I love more than fly fishing is exposing others to fly fishing. Let me help you find the right gear for a memorable experience on the water.

    9 reviews
    Currently offline
    CategoryFly Fishing Expert
    Customers helped187
    Current locationWestminster, CO, USA
    Favorite beerOdell IPA
    BirthdayJune 24, 1984
    Favorite drinkBeer
    Home townDenver
    Favorite cocktailBeer
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    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Cason
    Great suggestions and very knowledgeable about the sport
    I'm new to fly fishing and Andy helped me out a lot. He recommended me some great products and even offered to do some research about the place I was going for what flies to use. Great guy.
    Verified Review | Submitted on May 21, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Rebecca
    Andy is the best!
    It is obvious that Andy genuinely cares about the people that he helps and wants the best for them! The perfect balance of professional and personable. Andy is great!
    Verified Review | Submitted on May 27, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Thomas
    Friendly and Knowledgeable.
    Andy was great to talk to. And very personable. He knew to ask not only what I wanted but where I would be using it to better get a handle on what will work best for me.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 15, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Mark
    Andy’s the go-to for fly fishing gear
    From getting my experience level to confirming what kind of waters I’d be fishing, Andy nailed it all down and made excellent suggestions!
    Verified Review | Submitted on May 12, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Timon
    Andy was super helpful.
    Super friendly, personable and knowledgeable. Really helped me out.
    Verified Review | Submitted on Aug 31, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Todd
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Neal
    Neal's experience with Andy
    Verified Review | Submitted on Jun 9, 2021
    Purchased
    Orvis Guide Hip Pack
    Orvis Guide Hip Pack
    $159.00
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: Al
    Al's experience with Andy
    Verified Review | Submitted on Mar 22, 2021
    Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk
    Reviewer: James
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    My favorite brands
    My top recommended items
    These are products Andy frequently recommends to Curated customers
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    Orvis
    Orvis Clearwater Intermediate Sink Fly Line · WF · 5 wt · Sinking · Pale Green
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    Orvis
    Orvis Hydros Trout Fly Line · WF · 5 wt · Floating · Light Olive - Peach
    03
    RIO
    Rio Freshwater Trout Series Premier Rio Perception · WF · 5wt · Floating · Green-Camo
    04
    RIO
    Rio Freshwater Trout Series Elite Rio Gold Fly Line · WF · 5wt · Floating · Moss - Gold - Gray
    05
    Scientific Anglers
    Scientific Anglers Amplitude Infinity Fly Line · WF · 6 wt · Floating · Bamboo - Buckskin - Camo
    06
    RIO
    Rio Freshwater Trout Series Elite Rio Grand · WF · 5wt · Floating · Pale Green-Lt. Yellow-Gray
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    Orvis
    Orvis Pro Saltwater All-Rounder Smooth Fly Line · WF · 7 wt · Floating · Ivory Horizon Moss
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    Orvis
    Orvis Pro Saltwater All-Rounder Textured Fly Line · WF · 7 wt · Floating · Ivory Horizon Moss
    09
    RIO
    Rio Freshwater Trout Series Elite Rio Perception · WF · 5wt · Floating · Green - Camo - Gray
    Articles
    Check out Andy's articles in the Expert Journal
    A man stands in a creek in waders and puts something into an Orvis bag while carrying his rod and a net.
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    The 17 Best Fly Fishing Brands: Fly Rods, Reels, and Other Gear
    There are so many great fly fishing brands out there, it can be hard to tell them apart! This article breaks down the 17 best rod, reel, and gear brands.
    Someone handles line attached to an Orvis fly fishing reel while wearing mittens. The reel and rod are resting on ice.
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    The Ultimate 2021 Holiday Fly Fishing Gift Guide
    If you have an avid fly fisher on your gift-giving list, check out this holiday gift guide that's sure to impress your favorite angler.
    A lake sits at the base of massive mountains. The sky is pink and blue above.
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    Hooked on Colorado: A Guide to the Best Fly Fishing in Colorado
    Curious about Colorado's world-class fly fishing? Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk gives you all the tips on where to go and what to do.
    Anglers cast off a jetty in Orvis Pro Waders.
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    An Expert Guide to Orvis Waders
    Stay dry on your fishing adventures this year with a good pair of waders! Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk details everything you need to know about Orvis waders!
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    The Ultimate 2022 Fly Fishing Gift Guide
    Shopping for fly fishers shouldn't be hard—most just want to catch more fish! Here are 10 awesome gift ideas for the fly fishers in your life.
    A man pinches a fly fishing fly between his fingers.
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    How to Tie a Nymph Rig
    A nymph rig is the most effective way to catch trout. Fly Fishing expert Andy Sparhawk walks you through setting up the perfect nymph rig.
    A closeup of a man with rough hands holding a flyfishing rod centered on the reel which he holds close to his body.
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    DI-Fly: How (and Why) to Spool a Fly Reel
    In this tutorial, Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk helps guide any angler looking to add line to their reel through 4 easy steps.
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    Fly Fishing 101: How to Tie Tippet to Leader
    Tippet is essential for your fly fishing success. Fly Fishing Expert Andy Sparhawk teaches you how to tie it to your leader, so you're able to add tippet with ease.
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