This week Sean and Parker sit down and discuss what fly line is best for different applications. 

Tune in to hear about the different types of lines and how they match up with rods, targeted species, and the boys opinions on what works best.

Join us weekly on Sippin' the Dry for all the insider info, reviews, and shop talk you could ever need.

This week Sean is sitting down with Todd Mikesell, Founder and Owner of ReelFlyRod. 

Listen how the idea of starting a fly fishing company was formulated, what inspiration he need to actually take the leap. Learn how Todd started the fly shop in his garage and the journey that fly fishing has taken him and where he plans to take the company in the future. 

Join us on weekly on Sippin' the Dry for all the insider info, reviews, and shop talk you could ever need, 

This week Parker, ReelFlyRod General Manager, is speaking with Park Burson, Regional Orvis Representative. Sit back and listen as these two discuss everything Orvis. 

Orvis is one of the premier brands in fly fishing and maintains one of the widest lineups of rods so there is something available to an angler no matter the budget. Whether you're an entry-level angler or someone looking for a top-of-the-line, high-performance gear, there is something available to you.  

In addition to producing high-end gear, Orvis is also one of the best at customer service and giving learning opportunities to their customers. 

Check out the full line up of gear, apparel, and tools at ReelFlyRod.com
https://www.reelflyrod.com/best-orvis-fly-fishing-store.html

Sean is sitting down with Kyle, our spool technician and product builder, to talk about all the streamside accessories that you could ever need. From nippers, hemos, fly floatant, sling packs, fly boxes, zingers, net releases and the logistics of keeping all of that and more in quick reach for when you need it most. 

Be sure to register for the Great Miami Smallmouth Challenge hosted by the Miami Conservacy District and you could win some great prizes including a rod or reel for us at ReelFlyRod. Registration is open now! The tournament takes place from June 18th and goes until July 10th. 

Shop our wide selection of streamside tools for your next trip
https://www.reelflyrod.com/best-fly-fishing-wading-accessories.html

Remember to put 'Sippin' in the shipping notes of your next order from ReelFlyRod and we'll be sure to include some goodies in your order. 

Sean is joined this week by Barry Puskas, the Chief of Technical and Engineering Services for the Miami Conservancy District. Listen to Sean and Barry talk about water conditions, fishing opportunities, water stewardship, and the upcoming third annual Miami Smallmouth Challenge. 

The tournament is open to all ages and registration is $25. There are two separate categories for fly fishers and conventional gear. Twelve cash prizes will be up to grabs this year with the three biggest fish receiving a rod, reel, or line from ReelFlyRod. This fishing tournament will be open from June 18th to July 10th where anglers will utilize the iAngler app to register and and send in their catch submissions. 

Register for the Miami Smallmouth Challenge now! 

https://ianglertournament.com/fly-fishing-2022-great-miami-riverway-smallmouth-bass-fishing-challenge

Sippin’ The Dry: Episode 8: Fathers Day

This week Sean is sitting down with all of the fathers in the shop to talk about what fly fishing means to them. Fly fishing offers the perfect place to teach life lessons like patience, perseverance, awareness, persistence, confidence, and the importance of connecting with nature. 

Sit back, crack a cold one and listen to the wise words of fathers as they pass along sage advice they learned from the rivers. 

This week Sean is hitting the river with Seth, ReelFlyRod's Storefront Manager. Learn about what kind of kayak is best for fly fishing, unique techniques from kayaks, water safety, personal floatation devices, speciality gear, watching for hatches on the river, water accessibility, and everything about fly fishing from a kayak. 

Crack a cold one, sit back, and listen to the ramblings of two accomplished kayak anglers on the latest episode of Sippin' the Dry. 

Check out all of our fly fishing gear at www.reelflyrod.com

In Southwestern Ohio we're in peak  Bass season. Sean is sitting down with Parker, RFR's GM and Head Guide, to discuss Largemouth on the fly including tactics, what gear is needed, Memorial Day, Project Healing Waters, which flies are best, and the impact that bass are having on trout waters out West.

Sit back, grab a cold one, and take a listen this week to Parker and Sean talk all things Largemouth.

A few of our boys, Sean, Tim, and Clay, sit down this week to discuss the trout fishing. Learn about the differences between fishing the Midwest and out West. Sit back and listen to the ReelFlyRod crew talk about our favorite flies, tactics, water conditions, the fishing culture in Utah, comparisons to the Mad River, as well as tips for those traveling to find new waters. 

Take a seat, grab your favorite cold one, and take a listen on this episode of Sippin' the Dry. 

It's MUSKY MADNESS here at ReelFlyRod. This week Sean is sitting down with Ryan and Thomas, our two Esox experts here at the shop. Join the crew as we talk basic tactics, leader formula, line recommendations, special tools, chunky footlong flies, proper fish handling techniques, and the evolution of musky rods. 

Learn why musky fishing has exploded in the last decade and what the industry has done to adapt to this demanding fish. 

Sit back, crack a cold one and listen to this weeks episode of Sippin' the Dry: MUSKY MADNESS!