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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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51:24

How To Tell If A Fly Rod Is Actually Good | Ep. 165

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

2026/02/04

Fly rods are really important -- they're what we use to put flies in front of fish, and they help us make those flies look real, after all. But how much do you REALLY know about fly rods? Can you explain what the core features are that separate good ones from not-so-great ones? Today on Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through the key features he's found most anglers either don't know about, or misunderstand, and why they influence how your fly rod performs. You'll also learn about: How to

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20:06

Untangled Fly Fishing Report: February 2026

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

2026/02/02

It's February! That means things are changing a bit on the fly fishing front, and we've got you covered. With this month's Untangled Fly Fishing Report, you'll learn about what bugs are most active in February, the best flies to match those hatches, and some tips and tricks for the different conditions you'll run into this time of year. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT Get the FREE Year-Round Hatch Chart - CHECK IT OUT Browse VFC's February Flies - CHECK THEM OUT

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57:22

Wading Vs Drift Boat: Which Actually Catches More...

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

2026/01/28

Have you ever wondered just how effective fly fishing from a drift boat is? Are float trips worth the money? Do you ACTUALLY catch more fish from a boat, or do you only catch them in front of wading anglers who rarely, if ever, get to float the river? All those questions - and more - will be answered on this episode of Untangled. Alex Stulce joins Spencer Durrant to talk about the pros and cons of wade fishing vs fishing from a boat, and a bunch of stories are shared just for good measure. You'll

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23:19

You Don't Need Perfect Flies | Tip of the Week #2

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

2026/01/26

Do you need to tie picture-perfect flies in order to catch fish? Or should you focus on tying them to be a bit "buggy" (which is fly-fisher for "messy)? Today on Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through why most fly tiers are too hard on themselves - especially beginners - and the few things fish actually care about when deciding to eat your fly. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT

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48:25

How Fly Tying Makes You A Better Angler | Ep. 163

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

2026/01/21

Is fly tying worth the cost and the hassle? Sure, you can tie up specific, custom flies, but wouldn't it just be cheaper to buy flies instead? Well, maybe, but we shouldn't really worry about economics here, because if fly fishing were based on good financial decisions, none of us would be doing it. Instead, you shoudl think about the on-the-water benefits you'll get from tying your own flies. You WILL become a better angler by tying. The question utlimately comes down to how much you want to

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19:25

The Secret Creek That Vanished | Fly Fishing Stories #1

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

2026/01/19

There's one thing that brings anglers of every stripe together - a good fish story. This is the first in a new series of podcasts from Untangled that'll tell stories every angler, from the saltwater fanatic to the panfish lover, will relate with and appreciate. This week's story is about a little cutthroat creek, tucked high in the mountains, that suddenly vanished. Along the way, you'll learn about the area's storied history with fish stocking, hear about a cutthroat eating a mouse fly, and why

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49:01

The 7 Midge Patterns You Need This Winter | Ep. 162

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

2026/01/14

Midges are a go-to fly in the winter, but how do you know which of the 8 billion midge patterns to pick? There's so many to choose from, and it feels like they're always dropping new ones, too! Well, I took the time to simplify my own midge selection down to just a handful of patterns. Doing that helped me fish what I rig up with more confidently, but it also made choosing a fly A LOT eaiser. I spend less time worrying about my fly choice, and more time fishing. So, this week on Untangled, you'll

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19:47

Start A Fly Fishing Journal TODAY! | Tip of the Week #1

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

2026/01/12

If you want to make 2026 the year you take some giant leaps in your fly fishing abilities, then you should seriously consider keeping a fly fishing journal. Writing down what happens on the water, what flies you used, the weather, the water conditions -- it will all help you understand the interplay between various factors on the water, and it'll help you learn from both your successes and your failures. Today on Untangled, Spencer will walk you through the key details to write down, and how you can

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46:39

Exotic Trout Species And The Flies That Catch Them |...

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

2026/01/07

There's more to trout fishing than rainbows, browns, cutthroats, and brookies. There's all sorts of interesting trout out there, just waiting for you! But when you get the chance to fish for these lesser-known trout, you'll probably get hung up on one thing: what flies do you need? Are there top-secret patterns that only work for these fish, but locals won't tell you about unless you buy 'em the right 12-pack? This week on Untangled, you'll learn about some of the rare trout species on the planet,

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24:21

Untangled Fly Fishing Report: January 2025

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

2026/01/05

This is the first-ever bonus episode of Untangled! Starting in 2026, we're dropping two episodes of your favorite fly fishing podcast every week! And this first episode is a new format we'd love some feedback on. At the start of each month, we're going to do a monthly fly fishing report. You'll learn what bugs are active, how to fish that month, tips and tricks for dealing with water conditions, and the fly patterns we recommend. Not every episode of our extra show will follow this format. Some

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46:29

The Fish That Taught Us the Most in 2025 | Ep. 160

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

2025/12/31

Every angler loves a good fishing story, even if we tend to stretch the truth sometimes. But those stories are good for more than just reliving old times. You can learn A TON from your best catches, including exactly where and how you can improve. So, this week on Untangled, Spencer shares some stories (from VFC team and Skool members) about the best fish of 2025, and the lessons learned along the way. You'll also hear about: How to tell if you're setting the hook too early or too late How to

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46:49

Fly Fishing Exposes Your Ego (And That's a Good...

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

2025/12/24

Have you ever had one of those days on the water where nothing seems to go right? You can't tie a decent knot, you lose all your flies, and you end up not catching fish? When it gets rough like that, what do you blame? Nature? Yourself? Your answer to that quesiton likely exposes the kind of angler you are, and can help you learn how to become an even better one. This week on Untangled, Spencer shares stories and tips about the times his ego has gotten in the way of catching fish, and how you can

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46:56

The #1 Reason Trout Don't Eat Your Fly | Ep. 158

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

2025/12/17

There are a whole lot of reasons a fish won't eat your fly. Maybe you picked the wrong one, or you wore the wrong socks today. Or you forgot your semi-annual offering of used zebra midges for the river gods. In all seriousness, there's often a much simpler reason fish aren't eating your fly: you've spooked them. This week on Untangled, you'll learn about how you end up spooking fish, even if you don't mean to, and a few tips for avoiding that. You'll also learn about: How certain fly rods are

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43:03

7 Sneaky Good Winter Flies You Should Be Fishing |...

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

2025/12/10

There's no NEED to stock your fly box full of hundreds of patterns, all in dozens of different sizes. Sometimes, though, a slightly different fly from what everyone else is using is just the trick to put more -- or larger -- fish in the net. This week on Untangled, you'll learn about 7 underrated fly patterns that we turn to when we need to change things up. You'll also learn about: How to handle long stretches of getting skunked continuously, and how to grow from that How to match a fly line to

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The Biggest Nymphing Breakthroughs Nobody Talks About...

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

2025/12/03

80% of a fish's diet is underwater, which means nymphing is a crazy effective way to put fish in the net. So, this week on Untangled, Spencer and Alex share everything they learned while filming their Nymphing Master Class. From insight on why fly pattern doesn't matter, to tips on picking the right strike indicator, you'll leave this episode ready to put all these tips into practice out on the water. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT

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47:33

Fly Fishing Gear That's A WASTE Of Money | Ep. 155

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

2025/11/26

What gear do you ACTUALLY need for fly fishing? And what stuff is just a waste of money? Sure, that fancy reel looks nice, and you'd probably look just like Indiana Jones in that hat. But will that stuff help you put more fish in the net? Or will it just drain your wallet? This week on Untangled, you'll learn about the gear that Spencer thinks isn't worth the cash, AND you'll get a detailed list of the essential items for your time out on the water. You'll also learn about: Tips for pre-tying

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47:16

Stop Changing Flies. Fix THIS Instead. | Ep. 154

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

2025/11/19

Fish, especially trout, really don't care about your fly pattern. Alright, A FEW fish do. The pickiest ones, and every single trout in the Henry's Fork. But most fish care WAY more about how the fly is presented, than whether you picked the exact perfect fly. This week on Untangled, you'll learn why presentation matters FAR MORE than pattern, and a few tips for perfecting how the fish see your fly. You'll also learn about: How to react when fish start jumping out of the water on lakes, and the

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51:18

Fly Fishing With Streamers: The Beginner's Guide |...

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

2025/11/12

The world of fly fishing with streamers is full of weird terminology, interesting tactics, and new techniques. That makes picking it up, especially as a beginner fly angler, a bit challenging. Here's the truth, though -- streamer fishing is A LOT simpler than it appears. If you can catch fish on dry flies and nymphs, you've already got most of the skills you need! This week on Untangled, you'll get a crash course in fly fishing with streamers. From casting to setting the hook, you'll end the show

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01:03:19

What to Do When the Fishing Sucks | Ep. 152

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

2025/11/05

You've picked a great fly, found some wonderful water, and made tons of good drifts through fishy-looking water. Everything is coming together -- except for the whole catching fish thing. So, what do you do on days like this, when NOTHING you do makes the fish notice your flies? When the fishing sucks, what's the play? Well, this week on Untangled, you'll learn how Spencer and Alex approach these tough days, and tips you can use the next time the river throws you a curveball. You'll also learn

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54:22

What Your Fly Fishing Guide Wishes You Knew | Ep. 151

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

2025/10/29

Dropping the money on a guided fly fishing trip is a serious commitment - but with the right planning, you can get the most out of your time (and money) spent on the water! Getting the msot out of a guided fishing trip really comes down to communication -- both with the guide, and yourself. This week on Untangled, Spencer (a former guide and outfitter) walks you through how to have an incredible experience with your guides! You'll also learn about: How to effectively set up and fish a double-dry

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