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The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast

Hosted by Joe Rotter and we talk all things fly fishing and some hunting. Discussions include nymphing, streamer fishing, fly fishing, bad ass casting, saltwater, and too much technical crap to list here.

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All Episodes

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Episode 102 - Espiritu Santo Bay Deep Dive: Tail End...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2026/03/30

On this episode of the MEND Podcast Joe Rotter sits down with travel manager Eric Nickum, Steve Joyce and guide Cam Short to break down a trip to Espiritu Santo Bay and the Tail End Lodge. They cover fishing highlights — permit, tarpon, bonefish and grand slams — plus the surprise of sargassum, memorable guide tips, and standout catches from the week.The guests also walk through logistics (flights to Tulum, a long beach drive), rod and leader setups, lodge life and hospitality, and

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Episode 101 - Muddy Water Blues w/ Shop Manager Bob

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2026/03/28

The river’s running high after heavy runoff and full reservoirs, forcing guides and anglers to find alternative fisheries. The hosts discuss current river conditions, predictions for an exceptional dry-fly summer, and recent outings to lakes for bass and lahontan trout.They also cover gear prep, fly-tying, youth programs, upcoming events (Reds Rendezvous on May 30 and a tying class on April 16), and distant trips to Mexico—plus practical tips for fishing local ponds and planning future trips while

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Episode 97 - George Cook. Spey Revolutions, Sage Rod...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2026/02/24

Host Joe Rotter is joined by George Cook, longtime industry pro and guru of all things fly. Roger Shearer of Red's Fly Shop joins Joe and George and they dive into fishing lore, covering the new Sage ARROW rod, decades of Sage rod development, and the evolution of Spey lines and techniques.They share Alaska guiding memories, big-fish trip plans (kings, pike, bass, stripers and reds), vintage rod stories, and how modern gear changed the game. Connect with Red's : Email: staff@redsflyshop.com

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Episode 91 - Fly Lines Matter with Chris Walker of RIO

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2026/01/06

In this episode Joe Rotter talks with Chris Walker from RIO Products about matching fly lines to rods and fishing situations, how fly lines are manufactured, and the materials and design choices (microballoons, densities, welded loops) that affect performance.They cover practical line recommendations for specific fisheries, temperature and taper considerations, line maintenance tips, and why choosing the right line can transform your casting and fishing. Connect with Red's : Email:

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72:09

Episode 90 - Lonestar Redfish. Eric and Joe on a 2...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/12/30

Hosts Joe and Eric describe a quick, highly productive Redfish weekend at Bay Flats Lodge, sharing travel logistics, guide-led tips, and on-the-water highlights from two days of sight-fishing.The episode covers presentation techniques (gurglers, drag-and-drop, short strips), shallow-water sight-reading, gear and clothing recommendations, and why guided trips and provided gear make this an approachable fishery for newcomers and experienced anglers alike. Listeners get an inside look at the scenery,

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Episode 88: 48 Tales. One Man’s Quest to Catch Fish...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/11/29

High school teacher Ryan Burch describes a year‑long solo journey to catch a fish in each of the lower 48 states, four months in and 10,000 miles traveled so far. He shares stories from the road—camping, local fly shops, standout fisheries like Henry’s Lake and the Madison, and close calls such as a tense encounter in Wisconsin.The episode covers gear and rig details, memorable people he’s met, lessons learned from guides, and the highs and lows of long‑term travel and fishing

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82:28

Episode 87 - Tightline Transformation: From Garage...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/11/25

Casual group podcast. Joe Rotter and Jason Harwood host Chris Waddle to discuss tightline nymphing, competitive angling, and the learning curve from backyard casting to mini-comps. They share personal fishing stories, gear choices, and why tightline techniques reveal more trout in close, pressured water. Key takeaways include reading water and beats, changing depth before flies, maintaining contact with your nymphs, practical competition rules and strategies, and tips to get over the beginner hump

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Episode 86 - Tying Flies Morning of My Guide Trip....

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/11/19

Joe Rotter ties a simple, fast nymph and walks through why he ties flies on short notice—how pattern choice supports fishing style, materials to use, and keeping flies light and effective. He also explains how tying your own flies increases focus and success on the water.The episode also covers fishing techniques that produced recent success: mono yarn tightline indicators for technical currents, jigging chartreuse mop flies and leech-style patterns in slow edges, short-line evening nymph

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Episode 85 - Blue-Winged Olive Bonanza: Small-Flies,...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/11/06

Joe Rotter goes solo and covers a week of fishing highlights: a long-running blue-winged olive hatch, precise small-dry fly tactics with ultralight rods, and tips for slow hook sets. He also talks about jig streamers, a strong worm bite after rain, new Gray Watermaster Kodiaks at Red's, and the value of vintage and modern Sage rods.Listeners get practical gear notes (sink-tip and single-fly rigs, New Zealand indicators), tying tips for squirmy worms, and advice for spotting and targeting pods of

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Episode 83 - Tuesday’s Tippets w/ Eric Nickum Fresh...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/10/16

Joe and Eric trade hunting stories, river reports and tactics after a big cold snap brought bigger trout and lively blue-winged olive hatches. They cover stonefly and streamer action, tightline nymphing with Protagon-style flies, and the value of a two-rod system for opportunistic dry-fly eating fish.Plus: upcoming events (women's rendezvous and Fly Fishing Film Tour), practical gear tips on gloves and layering, and quick advice on picking flies in person for the best results.

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Episode 82 - Tuesday's Tippets with Shop Manager Bob

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Joe and Shop Manager Bob deliver short, practical fall fishing advice for DIY anglers: observe the river and other fishermen, favor small BWO patterns (sizes 18–20), use yarn indicators and shorter nymph rigs, and avoid over-deep setups. Pre-rig rods and keep flies, tippet and tools organized so you can fish efficiently.The episode also shares shuttle‑peeping and wade vs. float tips, steelhead trip anecdotes, the value of humility and experimentation, and recommends soft hackles and focused

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Episode 80 - Tuesday's Tippets - Back to the OG NZ,...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Joe Rotter hosts a solo episode unpacking a recent guided day on the low, clear Yakima River and previewing the October caddis hatch. He talks through the morning bite, how fish move deeper during the day, and why timing and stealth matter in fall trout fishing.Practical takeaways include testing flies on lighter tippet (6X) to check effectiveness, running a New Zealand‑style yarn indicator and the indicator tool, rig setups (leader lengths, Frenchie and tungsten mop flies), rod/tippet choices, and

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Episode 79 - Why Do I Tie Flies? w/ Patrick Kilby of RIO

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Joe Rotter and Patrick Kilby chat about how and why to tie your own flies. They share some history, stories, and some really good tips for someone dusting off the vice or starting from scratch.

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Episode 78 - Deschutes River Skills with Tom Larimer

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Joe Rotter interviews guide Tom Larimer about fishing the Deschutes: his background guiding Alaska to the Deschutes, why the river is unique (wade-only access), and detailed, practical tips for trout anglers — observing water, working deep banks, managing micro-drag and mend timing, yarn and foam indicators, rod/line recommendations, and rigs to maximize success.

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Episode 77 - Bowhunting Meets Fly Fishing with Brian...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Hosted a longtime bowhunter and new friend, Brian Barney of Eastman's Elevated on the Pod today. Brian is well known as a bowhunter, writer, and content creator but he's a die hard fly fisherman as well. He share some great tips on streamer fishing, boating, and general DIY angling.Joe and Brian chat about the parallels between hunting and fly fishing and share lots of tips and tricks along the way. For more bowhunting content, be sure to subscribe to Brian's Podcast, Eastman's Elevated. Enjoy the

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Episode 76 - Trout Scouting with OnX and TroutRoutes...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Find NEW water! Joe Rotter and Erik Johnsen of TroutRoutes and OnX maps chat about how to use this awesome app to find new water and use your time more efficiently. It's a great tool and it is one of the most important tools in the modern angler's arsenal.

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Episode 75 - Tuesday's Tippets with Steve Burns //...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/10

Joe Rotter chats with guide Steve Burns about transitioning to fall fishing: dealing with smoky skies, adjusting tippet and flies for clearer, cooler water, and techniques from yarn indicators to small streamers. They share guiding tips for new anglers, spay-casting advice, and stories from the Sierras to Alaska. Listeners get practical takeaways on leader and tippet choices, how to read fish behavior through drift and presentation, and when to switch strategies to find fish as the season

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82:43

Episode 74 - Tactical Mends and Reading Water:...

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/09/02

Joe Rotter and guide Skyler Lancaster break down practical, easy-to-use tips for fall trout fishing: managing slack and mends, choosing indicator depth, when to use unweighted nymphs with split shot, and how to set the hook for streamers. They also cover wading strategy and scouting, tightline nymphing basics, simple fly-tying ideas (like a plain sculpin), and seasonal tactics for October caddis and mop flies to help anglers catch more fish.

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Episode 74 - Tuesday's Tippets with Steve Joyce

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/08/19

Joe Rotter and guide Steve Joyce break down practical, easy-to-use fishing tips for the fall transition — from skateable crane-fly techniques and trout spey basics to carp, bass and redfish strategies.They discuss flip-flop flows on the Yakima, gear and leader choices, where to focus your casts, and how to make the most of tough days to become a better angler.

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Episode 73 - Trout Scouting with TroutRoutes

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast ·

2025/08/15

TroutRoutes is the leading mobile research and mapping App for fly fisherman. Join Joe Rotter and Erik Johnsen as they chat about how to use technology to locate strategic fishing access and unlock the power of the TroutRoutes App. This app is available both on your mobile device and works as a GPS device with tons of information within the app.

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