Are you tired of being outsmarted by fish? Does the thought of coming home empty-handed from yet another fly fishing trip fill you with dread and angst? Well, you're in the right place, because this week's episode of Untangled will help you solve one of fishing's most confounding problems -- how to catch picky fish! Spencer Durrant has five tips that he'll walk you through to help you turn those days of frustration into epic tales of success.  You'll also learn about:   Tips for planning your own fishing trip How to control the drift of your nymph rig How to avoid spooking fish while wading The best way to attach your leader to your fly line  Links From The Show VIDEO -  Pick The Right Fly For EVERY Fishing Situation  VIDEO - How To Have More Success With Dry Flies PODCAST - Expert Nymphing Tactics Made Easy ft. Troutbitten VIDEO -  How to Fly Fish With Nymphs VIDEO -  How to Mend Fly Line VIDEO -  How to Spot And Stalk Trout

5 Ways To Catch Picky Trout | Ep. 69

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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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

The 12 Flies EVERY Angler Needs In Their Box | Ep. 74

On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant introduces you to the softer, gentler side of trout - a side maybe you didn't even know existed. After this show, you won't just be catching trout from your local stream - you'll be shaking fins with your friends. You'll know the different personality quirks of each trout species, and how those quirks can help you put more of them in the net!  You'll also learn about:   Different types of indicators and why we use them Tips for storing your fly fishing gear A bunch of information about old bamboo fly rods and lines   Links From The Show SUBMIT A QUESTION - Click Here! VIDEO - How to Find Fish RESOURCE -  AFFTA Line Standards Chart  

Everything To Know About Trout | Ep. 73

Imagine sitting down for a one-on-one chat with a fly fishing expert. How much would that improve your fly fishing abilities? Now, imagine if you had the opportunity to chat with over 600 experts! You'd be a fly fishing ninja!  Well, Dave Stewart, of The Wet Fly Swing podcast, has conducted over 600 interviews with fly fishing experts on his show over the years. And on this week's episode of Untangled, he sits down with Spencer Durrant to talk about the five most important lessons he's learned from those hundreds of conversations.  You can check out more from Dave Stewart  here. 

Top 5 Lessons From 600 Fly Fishing Experts ft. Wet Fly Swing | Ep. 72

On this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through the intricacies and mysteries of one of fly fishing's most legendary hatches. You'll leave with all the wisdom and knowledge you need to catch boatloads of trout during this hatch, leaving your friends speechless at your mad skills, and your enemies absolutely gobsmacked that you've progressed so much in so short a time.  As if that's not enough, you'll also learn about:   Tips for setting the hook when fishing with different kinds of fly rods How to pick the right fly during stormy weather A few tips on using tippet rings and managing your leaders Impostor syndrome - what it is, and why you shouldn't let it be a bother   Links From The Show Submit a question for the show here! VIDEO - How to Straighten Your Leader  VIDEO - The Right Fly Formula

5 Ways To Catch Picky Trout | Ep. 69

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