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Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.

Ventures Fly Co.

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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48:51

The Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing Rigs (Dry Flies,...

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/09/18

If you don't rig your flies correctly, you won't catch fish. Alright, that's a bit dramatic - but it's not far off from the truth! The way your flies are rigged impacts your ability to present them in as realistic a way as possible. And since our goal is to fool fish into thinking our fake fly is the real thing, you can see how important it is to correctly rig your flies. In this episode, Spencer Durrant walks you through how he rigs his dries, nymphs, and streamers, sharing the exact steps he uses

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52:51

The #1 Key to Fly Fishing Success — Perfecting Your...

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2024/09/11

The single most important skill you can develop is to present your flies in as lifelike and natural a way as possible. You could have the PERFECT fly, but it won't matter if you can't put that fly in front of a fish in a way that mimics the real thing. In today's episode, Spencer Durrant walks you through six tips that will help you perfect your presentation and immediately start putting more fish in the net. You'll also learn about: Fly recommendations for bass and bluegill Loop-to-loop versus

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46:06

The Biggest Beginner Fly Fishing Mistakes (And How To...

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2024/09/04

Beginners don't always have a guide, or even an experienced fishing buddy, to help them overcome the mistakes they make on the water. There's A LOT of trial and error that goes into learning to fly fish, especially if you're doing it on your own. Today's show breaks down four of the most common beginner fly fishing mistakes, and how to fix them, so you can quickly improve your skills and have a better chance at putting more fish in the net. You'll also learn about: The best way to rig your nymphs

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52:09

4 Lessons from Fly Fishing in Alaska: Trip Recap |...

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2024/08/28

Have you ever wanted to fly fish in Alaska? Okay, that's probably a dumb question. Alaska is an AMAZING place, and Spencer Durrant just got back from a week chasing salmon, trout, and grayling. He shares the story of that trip, along with some of the most important lessons he learned, that apply not just to fly fishing in Alaska, but chasing fish EVERYWHERE. This is an episode of Untangled you don't want to miss! 💥 Want to Level Up Your Fly Fishing Skills? Check out our FREE ➡️ YEAR-ROUND HATCH

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44:58

How To Successfully Fly Fish Brand New Rivers | Ep. 89

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2024/08/21

When you fish somewhere you've never been before, do you get nervous about being skunked? Is that even normal? I mean, a river's a river, right? How different can they be? Well, rivers are different from each other, and it's totally normal to be nervous about not catching from a river you've never visited before. On today's show, Spencer Durrant will take you through the four tips he uses to tackle water he's never fished before, and if you remember these tips, you can replace all your nervousness

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42:08

Fly Fishing Flies EXPLAINED — Dry Flies, Nymphs, &...

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2024/08/14

What the heck is a dry fly? And what are nymphs for? And what about streamers - those are party decorations, right? So, why would anyone fish with that? If you've found yourself asking these questions, you're not alone. The world of flies is confusing, especially for beginners. Luckily, you have a Diet Coke-swilling guide to help you understand all the different flies we use for fly fishing. On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through everything to know about the different

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46:27

Fly Fishing Simplified: More Fish with Less Stress |...

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2024/08/07

One of the biggest problems that holds beginner fly anglers back from really finding success is this: they overthink the sport. Fly fishing, at its essence, is a simple sport! And in this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant will walk you through WHY it's so simple, and give you some tips to remind yourself of that when it feels like you don't know how to catch fish on a fly rod. In addition, you'll learn about: The difference between fly rod actions How to properly store your rod, reel, and fly

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47:05

The BEST Method for Catching Big Trout | Ep. 86

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/07/31

Do you wanna catch big trout? Do we even need to ask that question? We all love big fish, but sometimes, it feels like catching them involves more luck than it does skill. However, with the right foundation of knowledge, you can put yourself in situations where you have the best chance possible to net a trophy trout. You'll also learn about: How long you can store fly line, leaders, and tippet before you should replace them How and why to choose the right nymphs for a nymph or dry-dropper rig

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53:54

5 Common Fly Fishing Problems and How To Fix Them |...

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2024/07/24

What do you do when the bugs are hatching, but no fish are rising to eat them? Or, what if the fish are rising, but they're refusing your flies? And how do you handle it when literally EVERYONE on the river is catching fish, and you're only catching the skunk? Do you go home empty-handed, like the commies after WWII? Of course not! You listen to this episode of Untangled, where Spencer Durrant and Alex Stulce walk you through common situations you'll run into on tough rivers, and help you

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48:34

How to Fly Fish for Trout in Small Streams | Ep. 84

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/07/17

Small stream fly fishing is one of the sport's greatest experience, but tons of anglers overlook these hidden gems. Tiny rivers can present some tough challenges for anglers, but that's where today's episode of Untangled comes in! Spencer Durrant will walk you through EVERYTHING you need to know about fly fishing small streams, including how to rig up your flies, what flies to use, how to approach the water, and how to get the best presentation possible, so you come home with tons of memories.

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54:34

The 10 BEST Trout Rivers In America | Ep. 83

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2024/07/10

What are the best trout rivers in America? You know, the rivers that every angler should visit before passing on to that great river in the sky. And for that matter, why do we hold some rivers in such high regard? On this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through his own ranking of the country's best trout water. You'll also learn about: Dry-dropper rigs The science behind water temperature's impact on trout Why fly anglers don't use barrel swivels How to find fishing

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57:01

This Is the HARDEST Part About Fly Fishing | Ep. 82

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2024/07/03

What's the hardest thing about learning to fly fish? Is it the casting, learning how to pick the fight fly, or reading water? Or is it...well, everything? On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant and Alex Stulce walk you through the major paint points you'll encounter when fly fishing, and they offer some great tips to help you navigate these. You'll come out of this podcast full of the confidence you need to absolutely crush it on the water! Links From The Show FREE EBOOK - Picking The Right

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46:07

The Foolproof Plan for Catching More Trout | Ep. 81

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2024/06/26

Do you like losing big fish? Of course not! No one does! On this week's episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through a 5-step checklist he's developed over YEARS of losing big fish. If you follow these steps, you'll avoid learning the hard way like Spencer, and start putting more nice fish in the net in no time! You'll also learn about: How to assemble a dry-dropper rig with barbless hooks Why barbless hooks are the best option for every angler How to tell the difference between

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44:58

How to ALWAYS Pick the Right Flies | Ep. 80

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/06/19

Have you ever run into an angler who seems to ALWAYS know the EXACT RIGHT FLY to tie on, no matter where or when they're fishing? That might seem like a superpower, but really, it's a skill that just takes a bit of time - and effort - to develop. On today's episode, Spencer Durrant walks you through the 4 concepts you need to learn if you want to always pick the right fly for any fly fishing situation. You'll also learn about: Tips for casting dry flies Does color actually matter when picking a

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46:19

Euro vs Indicator Nymphing — The Ultimate Showdown! |...

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2024/06/12

Euro nymphing supposedly catches more fish than ANY other fly fishing method. If that's true, then why isn't EVERYONE doing it? To understand the truth about Euro nymphing, you first have to understand what the technique actually is. On this episode of Untangled, Spencer Durrant explains exactly what Euro nymphing is, he walks you through the pros and cons of Euro nymphing, compared to traditional indicator nymphing, and he shows you which method puts more fish in the net. By the end of this show,

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

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/06/05

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

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42:38

The Ultimate Dry Fly Fishing Playbook — 5 Tips to...

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/05/29

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:

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36:33

How To Catch Trout In Bigger Rivers | Ep. 76

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/05/22

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

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How To Fly Fish During Runoff | Ep. 75

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/05/15

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

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

Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co. ·

2024/05/08

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

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