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January 16, 2025

Q&A with Garry Sandstrom, Western Sales Representative

Gary Sandstrom lives in University Place, Wash., and attended the University of Washington. He graduated with a degree in fisheries and worked as a steelhead biologist for the Washington Department of Fish and Game for seven years. He owned and operated a fly shop in Washington for 25 years. He’s married, has a son and a daughter and four grandchildren. He’s represented Royal Wulff for 15 years, and covers the western U.S.

 

Why Royal Wulff fly lines?

  • Our lines offer the perfect combination of delicate presentation plus the ability to shoot line for a long cast. I like having the option of cutting back the tip of the line (for better turnover with heavier/more air resistant flies) and not ruining the front taper.

What's your favorite Royal Wulff fly line and why?

  • I often use a Spey rod when I'm fishing for trout in a river. I like the Ambush Short because of the small diameter integrated shooting line and the head that is 15 to 16 feet in length. I feel that the length is perfect for most of the fishing situations I encounter. Too short of a head (10 or 11 feet) and I worry about pulling my anchor, too long of a head  22 feet or more) and I give up fishing in tight spots.

What's your "daily driver" Royal Wulff fly line?

  • Triangle Taper Signature

What's the best Royal Wulff line for freshwater fishing?

  • Triangle Taper Signature Plus

What's the best Royal Wulff line for saltwater fishing?

  • Bermuda Triangle Taper

Where do you do most of your fishing?

  • Washington and Oregon

Where is your favorite place to go fishing?*

  • Dean River, British Columbia

What's your favorite fish species to go after?

  • The one I'm fishing for at any given moment.

What fish or fishing experience tops your bucket list?

  • Fish Strobel Lake (Jurassic Lake) in Southern Argentina for huge rainbows.

What do you love most about your job?

  • There are some incredible anglers that own/work in fly shops. They possess such a wealth of information and they are always willing to share that knowledge. I learn something new every time I visit the shops.