Casting Across Fly Fishing

27:11

5 Wading Ideas (More or Less)

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/05/22

Perhaps this is a little pedantic, but it is worth saying: You don't need to wade to fly fish.What do I mean? Well, I think a lot of anglers wade too much. We get in the water where we don't need to. We move too close to where the fish are. We disturb things as we wade and then wonder why the fish aren't interested in our fly. Today I share a half-dozenish thoughts on wading. Some have to do with safety and equipment. But more importantly, I discuss how less wading might be a good idea. Learn

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25:43

3 Lies that Get People Into Fly Fishing

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2026/05/15

Last week I did my darndest to debunk three big lies about fly fishing that keep people away from this wonderful pursuit.Today I'm coming at it from another angle. In this episode, I'm addressing three misconceptions about fly fishing that get people into the sport. Thankfully each of these three items have good news/bad news components. So I'll start with the bad and then cycle over to the good. After all, everything worth doing does entail a little challenge and a little work. Note: The team

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26:48

[Cast1] 3 Lies that Keep People from Fly Fishing

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/05/08

You've probably heard them yourself. There are some myths about fly fishing and fly fishing culture that keep people away from either giving it a try or sticking with it after a little bit of frustration.I'm here to tell you that three of the most common reasons people steer away from fly fishing are just not true. Today I address this triad of lies. If you're considering fly fishing, hopefully this clears up any misconceptions. If you've tried fly fishing and hit some roadblocks, perhaps this

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26:37

Fly Fishing Accusations, XXXIX

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/05/01

Today's feedback is pretty interesting. The second segment is about tying flies and and approaching trout in a way that will yield many more fish. But the first and the third? Those are all about the fly fishing community. But that whose conversation is a major part of Casting Across: the quarry and the culture of fly fishing. As always, I am thankful for every read, listen, and watch you give me. And I'm also appreciative of all the feedback I receive. Thanks for being such an important part of

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24:15

[Cast1] Fly Fishing with Technology

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/04/24

This is not a podcast about using AI to find fish. Nor is this a podcast about building a social media presence.I like to think of these four fundamental pieces of advice as the 21st century version of what was commonly practiced by anglers only a few generations ago. With the overwhelming quantity of information we have in our hands, sometimes it is hard to wade through that which is quality or not. On top of that, what data is useful for the angler? Again: four quick tech tips that will

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23:31

Best in Show 2026

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/04/17

Whether I'm in the market for new gear or not, I like to keep my finger on the pulse of what is new and noteworthy in fly fishing. For a few years The Fly Fishing Show has held the Consumers Choice Awards. While not exhaustive, it does feature that which is often new and that which is somewhat noteworthy. And that alone warrants a few minutes of my time. And I'd wager, based upon your interest in this podcast, my talking about it warrants a few minutes of your time. Today I discuss a handful of

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24:07

Fly Fishing Elitism is Dead...

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/04/10

Long live fly fishing elitism.In a different sort of podcast episode, today I talk about why the stereotype of the old, stuffy, tweed-jacketed fly fishing elitist isn't really valid anymore. In his place a new figure has emerged to stand as arbiter of what is "authentic" fly fishing. And while I'm always interested in your feedback, I'm particularly interested in your thoughts on this topic. After all, this has been a big part of fly fishing culture for as long as I've been chasing trout. Learn

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30:17

[Cast1] Opening Day

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/04/03

Opening Day. For generations, this was a high holiday among anglers. With the success of resource management programs and special regulations, year-round fishing is available for most of us. Still, there are some reasons to circle a particular date on the calendar.In this Cast1 episode, I walk through some of the reasons why opening day should still be held in high regard. I also list a few things new (and seasoned) fly fishers should pay attention to before they hit the water and a couple of

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21:44

5 Fly Fishing Book Thoughts

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2026/03/27

Recently I hit the "50" mark on my fly fishing book review series on YouTube. I've filmed myself doing "show and tell" with over 60 books, and it has been a lot of fun.Today on the podcast, I talk about some thoughts (five, to be precise) I have on reading fly fishing books. There is a whole lot more that I could share, but this is a nice little synopsis of some questions I've fielded and some observations I've made. If you haven't yet, subscribe to Casting Across on YouTube. And it goes without

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27:53

Fly Rod FAQs

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/03/20

I love questions. And you should too. Never feel dumb for asking a good question. That said, I'm also happy if I can give you some information on the front end so that you can ask an even better and more applicable question. Since a good chunk of the fly fishing questions I field pertain to fly rods, I've put together a whole page on Casting Across dealing with the most frequently asked questions. I try to answer them succinctly on the site. But today I'm elaborating a little bit. I'm taking on

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20:35

A User's Guide to Casting Across

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/03/13

With over 1,600 pieces of content at the time of this episode's recording, navigating the Casting Across website might be a little daunting. But the depth and breadth of what is available is worth clicking through. Today's podcast is meant to help you in that endeavor.Knowing that there isn't a perfect overlap of podcast listeners and website readers, I introduce the content on the site. Then, I walk through some of the features that can help you find the most pertinent information in the quickest

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30:40

Mea Carpa

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/03/06

Like many a dace that have taken aa dry fly, only to get hook-set into the streamside vegetation - I bit off more than I could chew last week on the podcast. When I thought about talking predatory fish, I figured I could shoehorn carp into the discussion. They aren't predators in the same way musky and big largemouth are. However, the rods and rivers overlap. Regardless, this is an episode where I make things right. Which, of course, entails talking about carp for nearly 30 minutes. These weirdo,

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32:09

Gearing Up For Predators

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/02/27

In fly fishing, "predators" is a bit of an arbitrary designation. Why? Well, bluegill are predators. Brook trout are predators. Tiger sharks are predators. What we often mean is the larger, piscivorous (fish eating) freshwater species in North America.Today I'm talking about some of the considerations one might make when thinking about gear for larger bass and toothy fish. As you can imagine, this includes a wide range of species and waters. Still, there are some general principles that all come

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21:59

Fly Fishing Accusations, XXXVIII

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2026/02/20

It is that time again. You ask, I answer. I like these episodes so much, that I do one every few months.Today I interact with questions regarding: Fly line choices Fly rod action Fly fishing footwear And I transcend my normal 3 topic boundary by addressing two logistical/technical items. As always, please don't hesitate to reach out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:19

2026 Fly Fishing Show Recap

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/02/13

This may very well be the longest episode of the podcast yet. And it could have been longer if I mentioned every interesting conversation, unique piece of gear, or novel observation from my four days at The Fly Fishing Show.In this quick look back at my weekends in Marlborough, MA, and Edison, NJ, I talk about presentations, products, and people. And at the end of the day, it is the people that made the time at the events the most worthwhile. Whether you're planning on going to an event, or you

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24:27

Don't be a Lazy Fly Fisher, II

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/02/06

Two whole podcast episodes devoted to how fly fishers can be lazy?Oh yes. And I could do a handful more just on those issues I see in myself. Recently I defined laziness as choosing to not do what you know you should do. If the goal is catching fish, why would you only try 95%? or 50% Certainly, you shouldn't be bothered by being skunked if that is the case. Today I highlight three more things anyone can and should do when fly fishing. Whether we do it or not is another story... Learn more about

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25:11

Don't be a Lazy Fly Fisher, I

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2026/01/30

We don't talk enough about how much of a problem laziness is. That goes for people and society as a whole. But, of course, today I'm talking about how laziness is not the friend of the fly fisher.If you're being lazy, it means you know better. It means you can do what you should do but you choose not to do that. Why? It is easier not to. In this episode I walk through three issues where you might be a little lazy in your fly fishing. While I can say that I don't err in one of these topics,

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28:53

[Cast1] Fishing from Small to Large Rivers

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/01/23

Today's episode is a snippet from one of the presentations that I give at The Fly Fishing Show. It is about a third shorter and you don't get the benefit of PowerPoint slides, but the content promised to be quite helpful for the small stream angler.Why? If you primarily fish small streams, there might be some trepidation over heading out to the larger rivers. Sprawling waterways can be intimidating when you're used to being able to cast bank to bank. However, the skills and observations you make

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28:28

The Real Benefit of Outdoor Shows

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/01/16

What if I told you that if you think that outdoor shows are all about spending money that you've got it all wrong?Sure, there are opportunities to shell out wads of cash. But you can also support small businesses. In fact, some of them are so small that they might not even technically be a business! Beyond that, there is a lot to see in person that you may otherwise only experience through the cold, distant medium of YouTube. And whether you're in a giant convention center or the local VFW hall,

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26:24

Casting... Indoors?

Casting Across Fly Fishing ·

2026/01/09

Hear me out: I am not saying everyone can or should practice fly casting indoors.But if you can, why not? In today's episode I am really discussing how a lot of us would benefit from more and more diverse fly casting practice. Although it is essential to practice casting under ideal circumstances, it makes a whole lot of sense to also practice in realistic settings. Can you always face your target? Are you always able to go 10-to-2? Is it always feasible to fully pivot your hips while double

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