In this episode, our intrepid host Spencer Durrant reaches back through 2023 to give you the 8 most important fly fishing lessons he's learned. Be prepared to laugh, to weep, and to fall in love all over again with fly fishing.  As if that wasn't enough -- we have a bunch of great questions to answer on this week's show, including:   When you should buy another fly rod (hint: always) Spencer's favorite basic dry fly patterns Tips on effectively fishing a dry-dropper rig  Submit a question for the show here!  Read the story about cleaning your waders here, via Troutbitten. Get our FREE eBook on matching the hatch here!  

8 Fly Fishing Lessons I Learned in 2023 | Ep. 54

Spencer Durrant hosts "Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone." The show answers user-submitted questions about fly fishing, helping others learn and grow in this wonderful sport.

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Is there such a thing as a "bad" fly? And if there is, what makes another fly "good?" On this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant is joined by Alex Stulce to talk all about the differences between good and bad flies.  You'll learn about the concept of "magic" flies, and Spencer and Alex will share the 3 characteristics that all good flies need to have.  Submit A Question For The Show!  LINK - Beginner Fly Fishing Masterclass  LINK - Beginner Fly Tying Masterclass

Top 3 Characteristics of “Good” Fly Fishing Flies | Ep. 78

To become a dry fly fishing ninja, you'll need to complete a pilgrimage to the River Test in England, fishing only downstream drifts, from the bank, while wearing tweed.  OR - you could listen to this episode of Untangled and let Spencer Durrant teach you 5 lessons about dry fly fishing that he's learned from his years as an angler and guide. These tips will help you take your dry fly fishing skills from "okay" to "freakin' fantastic" faster than you can say Diet Coke.  You'll also learn about:   The difference between DT and WF lines, and what line is best for slow rods Why a short rod might be better than a long rod Whether trout can pick up a human scent on our flies How to get creative when tying your own flies The importance of using the correct weight fly line on your fly rod    Submit A Question For The Show Here!

The Ultimate Dry Fly Fishing Playbook — 5 Tips to Catch More Trout | Ep. 77

Do you get nervous at the sight of BIG water? You know, a river so big that it probably qualifies for fat guy seating on airplanes?  That's completely normal! But part of your education and growth as an angler is learning how to fish these bigger rivers, and on today's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through 7 expert tips to do just that.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for hiking with waders and wading boots Fishing hatches on lakes Tips for adjusting the drag while you're fighting a big fish  Links From The Show SUBMIT A PODCAST QUESTION HERE!   VIDEO - How to Find Trout in a River

How To Catch Trout In Bigger Rivers | Ep. 76

Are you dismayed by the sight of rivers that look like chocolate milk? Does high water strike sadness and fear into your heart? Well, after listening to this week's edition of Untangled, you'll have all the tools you need to fish during runoff! Spencer Durrant walks you through what he's learned about fishing high, muddy water, and how you can apply those lessons to your own fly fishing circumstances.  You'll also learn about:   How to see your small dry flies when fishing during a hatch Some tips for taking pictures of the trout you catch Some advice on teaching other people to fish, and getting them the correct gear   Links From The Show SUBMIT A QUESTION FOR THE SHOW!  VIDEO - Get A Fly Rod Un-Stuck

How To Fly Fish During Runoff | Ep. 75

In this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant reveals a secret so incredible he had to smuggle it out of Area 52 (bet you didn't know THAT existed, did you?).  Okay, it's not that secret -- it's a collection of the 12 flies that Spencer believes will catch 99% of all the trout you encounter. Make sure to listen and see if you agree with his list.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for fishing lakes Some recommendations for folks who have a hard time seeing their small tippets and flies The best sunglasses for all-around fishing applications How to fish deep pools  Links From The Show VIDEO -  Untangled Ep. 45: How to Fly Fish on Lakes  VIDEO -  Untangled Ep. 15: Why You NEED Sunglasses VIDEO - How to Fly Fish Pools

8 Fly Fishing Lessons I Learned in 2023 | Ep. 54

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