When the fish are eating everything EXCEPT your fly, what do you do? How do you save yourself from getting skunked? Well, there's a simple process you can use to troubleshoot your way out of a bad day on the water. On today's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through the five steps that will almost always help you put a fish in the net. 

You'll also learn about: 

• Tips for setting the hook when fishing with dry flies
• Why a dry-dropper rig is so versatile
• Your main goal as a fly angler
• How to find active bugs so you can pick the right fly

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Picking the right fly rod is like when your wife asks you if those pants make her look fat. How are you supposed to answer that question? 

Well, we can't help with that--but we CAN help with fly rods! There's a lot that goes into the world of fly rods, and understanding the language, terminology, and prices can be daunting. Spencer Durrant has reviewed fly rods for major fishing magazines for a decade, though, and he's dumping all his experience with rods into this episode of Untangled! 

You'll learn all about rod action, length, and weight, the differences between glass and graphite, why some rods are so expensive, and TONS more. This is a show you just can't afford to miss. 

You'll also learn about: 

• Advice for fishing panfish and bass on the fly
• How to fish midges during the winter
• How to get someone interested in fly fishing

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What is it about fly fishing that keeps us coming back? Why is this sport so addicting? Is it the simple pleasure of watching fish eat dry flies, or the rush of hooking and landing a trophy trout? Tons of folks have tried to answer this question, and in a slight departure from the norm on this show, Spencer Durrant will dive into why he thinks fly fishing is so addicting. 

You'll also learn about: 

• Different options for attaching leader to your fly line
• Tips for fishing spring creeks in winter
• Tips on picking the right fly during winter
• How to properly fish nymphs in slow, deep water
• Some general advice on fishing with streamers 

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I know, winter is cold. You've gotta bundle up like the Stay Puft Marshmallow man, and on top of that, the fish aren't all that active, either! So, why do some people just LOVE winter fly fishing? Well, it has enough redeeming qualities to make it worth the effort. The solitude and peace are hard to beat, and you can get into some fantasitc fish, too. On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through everything you need to know about winter fly fishing: where the fish are, what flies to use, how to stay warm, how to deal with ice in your guides, and more! 

You'll also learn about: 

• The characteristics of wet flies
• Recommended rods for beginners
• Some advice on picking flies for creek fishing
• How to tell where fish are holding in the water column

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Is it enough to just know WHAT the best flies are? Or should you spend the time to understand WHY those flies are so effective? 

Well, if you want to become a great angler, then you need to understand WHY the best flies work so well. On today's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through what real-life insects the flies we use imitate, and a list of 15 flies you should never leave home without! 

You'll also learn about: 

• Adjustable dry-dropper rigs
• The best fly boxes for dry flies
• How to get your flies to sink quicker
• How often to change your flies if the fish aren't biting 

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Where a fish lives has a HUGE impact on how it behaves and what it eats. Now, this matters to anglers, because if you understand how fish behavior and bug activity changes from a freestone to a tailwater, you'll eliminate A TON of frustration that many beginners experience. On this episode, Spencer Durrant will walk you through the information you need to know about the three main types of rivers, and how this knowledge can directly lead to putting more fish in the net.

You'll also learn about: 

• Why to choose a parachute fly instead of a regular one
• How to sneak up on fish
• The 3 flies beginning fly tiers should start out with
• Tips for setting the hook on dry fly eats 

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You can learn a lot about fly fishing from reading books or watching videos, but they don't always tell the complete story. Often, the lessons that stick with us the most are the ones we learn when we have a tough day on the water, or when we finally figure out how to catch a certain fish that's been elusive all season. 

On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant and Alex Stulce talk about the fly fishing lessons they've learned that don't really show up in guidebooks, and how applying these lessons will turn you into a better angler. 

You'll also be treated to a Lighting Round Q&A session, with tons of questions submitted from folks in the VFC Skool Group! 

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Nymphing is by far the most effective way to catch fish on a fly rod. After all, 80% of a fish's diet is made up of nymphs! But how do you become FANTASTIC at nymphing? Once you have a good grasp of the bascis, what are the skills and techniques you should focus on to become confident with your nymphing? 

On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through four advanced nymphing strategies to help you go from lucking into fish every now and then, to consistently catching tons of fish on nymphs. 

You'll also learn about: 

• The best fly rod for small stream fishing
• The colors trout see, and how they impact the flies those trout eat
• How to get started in fly fishing 

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Dry fly fishing is the toughest style of fly fishing to master. You need to get SO MUCH right if you want to catch the biggest, pickiest fish on dry flies. Your presentation has to be solid, your knowledge of hatches has to be great, and your casting needs to be on point. 

So, how do you get to that level? How do you avoid those extremely frustrating moments when you're fishing a hatch, only for the fish to ignore your flies, or quit rising altogether? Is it really as simple as practice makes perfect? 

On today's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will wak you through a roadmap to help you take your dry fly fishing skills to the next level. 

You'll also learn about: 

• The simple knots you need for fly fishing
• Why so much of fly fishing media focuses on fishing for trout in rivers
• Tips for fighting fish 

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If you want to progress from lucking into fish every now and then, to consistently catching fish, what are the most important things to focus on? What skills or techniques bring you the most bang for your buck? 

Well, if you're serious about unlocking your potential as an angler, then you'll pay attention to the three things Spencer Durrant discusses in this show. He'll give you an in-depth look at the skills that, if you work to master them now, will help you become a confident, self-sufficient angler. 

You'll also learn about: 

• Dry-dropper rigs
• How to combat losing fish during the fight
• Book recommendations for those looking to learn more about fly fishing and trout
• The exact gear Spencer takes with him during a day on the water 

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