Fly Fishing Simplified: More Fish With Less Stress | Ep. 87
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One of the biggest problems that holds beginner fly anglers back from really finding success is this: they overthink the sport. Fly fishing, at its essence, is simple! And in this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through WHY it's so simple, and give you some tips to remind yourself of that when it feels like you don't know how to catch fish on a fly rod.
In addition, you'll learn about: the difference between fly rod actions, how to properly store your rod, reel, and fly line, tips for applying dubbing to your flies, and whether expensive fly rods are "worth it."
If you have any fly fishing specific questions or want to chat, email us at: livereellife@venturesflyco.com
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I always tell people new to fly fishing, is to simply be persistent, set reasonable goals, and don't over thing anything and keep it all very simple. Fly fishing can turn into an art and it's a life long journey, you are always learning something new whether it be casting, fly presentation, reading water, reading weather conditions (this is often skipped), learning the local bugs, how to tie your own bugs and so on. Being here in Colorado, I've gotten to sit down with some of the industries legends, and even done some casting competitions right there at the shop with some of them while knocking back a few beers. One memorable moment was beating a local legend from a local fly shop at a specific casting challenge as a new fly fisher. He put on an absolute seminar and show with his amazing casting, landed in the (eat zone with ease). When it came to my turn, I simply did a sling shot style cast and nailed it lol. Talk about an ego boost for someone new to fly fishing.
I get the felling what you call the "Slingshot Cast" I learned as the Bow & Arrow Cast" in the early '50's. What amazes is nobody seems to know the Steeple Cast when they're up against a bank with some sort of obstruction behind them - rocks, cliff, trees, etc..
@@johnbesharian9965 Yep, same thing just different name. I use the Steeple Cast rarely, but at times its necessary when fishing in tight canyons here where I may have small rocks in front of me and I don't want to move and spook fish. It's rare and I've never seen anyone here do it. Most of the time they just move around the obstacle and spook the fish and try to chase them around lol.
Agreed. Its a marathon, not a sprint. Appreciate your insights. Thanks for sharing!
Just remember KISS. Thanks most helpful as always !
Whenever I find myself overcomplicating fly fishing, I just need to take a moment and realize that I'm out there to have fun, not put on a performance! I loved your "rant" spencer! Keep up the great work!
I lose sight of that sometimes myself. Easy to do. Appreciate you. - Alex
Good reminder to apply the KISS method â€
For sure!!
You guys seem to have read my mind on this. Perfect timing on this podcast. I definitely overthink. The idea of wanting that first trout so bad kinda made me forget that the basics are exactly where I need to be at this moment. I fish simple. One fly at a time until Iâm completely confident in my casting but Iâve been second guessing that I need to do a lot more to get that success. Iâm overthinking it but Iâm definitely not stressed about it. I think the thing that really made me love fly fishing is the complexity and challenge. Itâs not just opening a reel and casting but developing skills based on nature. Iâm able to target much better, my casting is leaps and bounds better and my line management is ok. I practiced a lot of casting with dry fliesâŠeven if I knew they wouldnât be effective because I found them easier to get a successful cast. Every time I go out Iâm that much closer to my monster. Itâs been a hell of a trip learning how to do this. I wouldnât trade it for anything.
Awesome perspective. Thanks for sharing. Let us know if this helps and how it goes out there on the water!
I've recently picked up a rod again after a decade (and I only fished a few times back then). I am feeling consciously incompetent đ looking forward to the journey.
Just like two different disciplines; music: "Practice" and bicycle riding: "Once you fall off, you never forget how".
Welcome back! haha Let us know how it goes out there on the water!
Good questions in this video. I had the chance to fish Orvis's Clearwater, Recon, and Helios F rods on a recent trip. All the rods were 9ft 5wt's. I was amazed at how light the Helios rods are compared to the other two. The Helios is a beautiful rod that weighs very little and is light in the hand, but honestly after fishing with the three rods, I preferred the Clearwater. The Recon felt top heavy and wonky. The Helios and Clearwater had nearly identical actions, but I felt the Clearwater was able to mend line better and it was better at making really sort casts. It makes me wonder if there a point of diminishing return when it comes to making the rod lighter.
Thanks for sharing! Interesting stuff.
Spencer this is a great video. As they say in the backpacking world, hike your own hike. Do what works for you after you learn the basics. I want fly fishing to be challenging and rewarding. I refuse to use âstrike indicatorsâ for my own reasons, but donât question those who do. Alex.
Appreciate the feedback and sharing your opinion... even if its crazy talk. - Your Friend Alex. đđ€đœ
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Thank you for another insightful podcast! I would like to ask if you guys at VFC ever fish stillwaters? I fish small-medium lochs almost exclusively and would love to hear your views on approaching this type of water.
Having returned to fly fishing after a 25 year hiatus, I would like to say thank you for giving me the confidence to just get out there and cast a line!
Glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful. Yes we do, hoping to make a few videos about it next summer. Right now we are focused on our new Fly Selection Masterclass that will be coming out next month. But Stillwater stuff is on the way. đđ€đœ
@@venturesflyco Looking forward to those, always interesting! Your Masterclass info also works over here, so keep it coming!
Add the phrase, with my skills how can I present a fly to fish in this water. The goal is to catch fish an enjoy doing it.
Well said!
Great podcast. I keep insisting that you guys go fly fishing in Canada. I understand that it might be hard, but I haven't gotten any responses regarding my request.
I have a hard time traveling to fish when I have so much good fishing in my own backyard. I'm sure we'll get to Canada at some point, though. I'd like to fish Labrador and chase brook trout eventually.
Weâll get there eventually. đđ€đœ
@@SpencerDurrant thatâs true. Any good spots are over an hour from my house. Did you pick your house with fishing in mind?
I also donât like driving very far.
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It sucks when they use a thumbnail of a river, it makes you think youâre going to watch a episode on the water not one in a studio
Good point. This is one of our weekly podcast episodes. All our other stuff it out on the river. If you want some on the river stuff, check out our Fly Fishing Masterclass Playlist - czcams.com/play/PLObNLlVNurUVKdE_tP23-Imc4e7kHEGOW.html