Top Water: Fly Fishing Alaska, the Last Frontier [Hardcover]

Troy Letherman (Author), Tony Weaver (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 2004

"Top Water is a fishing book as immense in scope as the state it describes. Each of the ten major gamefish species is covered in chapters that give species biology and life history and then provide fishing information such as where to look for that fish, timing, tactics, fly theory, and gear requirements. From steelhead to cohos and sockeyes, from giant kings to feisty pinks, from vibrant rainbows to surprise grayling, char and lake trout, each chapter finishes with a thorough discussion of the species' range in Alaska with highlights on those rivers and drainages that will interest fly fishers. Alaska is a dream fishing destination for anglers from around the world. "Top Water does justice to those fantasies with more than 100 beautiful and informative full-color photographs. You'll see the natural beauty of the venues these fish inhabit as well as the details of what each species looks like, what kind of tackle you'll need, and what flies will be most effective. Full color maps offer quick reference for where to look for each species. "Top Water is more than a coffee table book; it's a comprehensive and definitive reference work; it's an armchair travelogue and a guidebook all in one. This guide to the fabled state of Alaska should be in every angling book outlet and part of every angling collection wherever that may be.

Editorial Reviews

Review

A book about fly fishing in Alaska demands bright, bold strokes. Top Water has captured the spectacle. -- Fish & Fly, Thomas Pero, Editor & Publisher, November 2004

If you can't make the trip [to Alaska], here's the next best thing. -- Playboy, 1 March 2005

It's the best blend of lyrical writing, gorgeous photography and technical knowledge that I've seen on the Great Land. -- Outdoor Life, Jerry Gibbs, Fishing Editor, November 2004

Should be in every serious angler's library. -- Mel Krieger, Founder of Club Pacific, November 2004

The most in-depth treatment available on [fishing] the Last Frontier. It belongs on the shelf of everyone who fishes Alaska. -- Fly Fisherman, Will Rice, 1 March 2005

About the Author

Troy Letherman is the founding editor of Fish Alaska magazine. Tony Weaver has guided in Alaska for years and is the Council President for the Federation of Flyfishers. Both live in Alaska.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 300 pages
• Publisher: Countryman Press (November 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881506168
• ISBN-13: 978-0881506167
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 11 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,407,089 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #93 in Books > Travel > Reference & Tips > Business Travel

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must buy book, April 11, 2009

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This review is from: Top Water: Fly Fishing Alaska, the Last Frontier (Hardcover)

This is the best book I own (of 13) about flyfishing Alaska. Just buy it now. Thank me later. Each chapter is on a species and it tells you more than you want to know about each. Life cycle, locations, techniques, flies, timing, habits, etc.. Just a great book with amazing photographs.

4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have!, February 8, 2005

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Paul Vecsei (Yellowknife, NWT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Top Water: Fly Fishing Alaska, the Last Frontier (Hardcover)

Not only is the photography fantastic but this book contains a lot of good information for those seeking an Alaska fishing adventure. The best of its type by far!