Joe Rotter

The MEND Fly Fishing Podcast

Sports EN ↓ 100 episodes

Hosted by Joe Rotter of Red’s Fly Shop. All things fly fishing and a podcast with technical talk that will make you a smarter, stronger, and more capable angler. We’ll chat nymphing, dry fly fishing, streamer fishing, saltwater, bad ass fly casting, and ton of technical crap that is too complicated to list. Listen, learn, catch.

Author

Joe Rotter

Category

Sports

Podcast website

redsflyshop.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 63 - Women's Open House Wrap Up with Shannon and Jason 14.11.2024

We had a stellar turnout for a recent women's event, and Shannon and Jason talk about women in fly fishing, the event, and what we do at Red's oriented towards recruiting and engaging with more female anglers. Have a listen and get to know these two passionate anglers from Red's.   Connect with Red's : Website: https://www.redsflyfishing.com YouTube Channel: Red's Fly Shop - YouTube Instagram: htt...

Episode 62 - Steelhead Secrets: Mastering the Art of the Swing 06.11.2024

Welcome to the MEND podcast, where host Joe Rotter and his guests, Skyler Lancaster and Eric Nickum, dive into the world of steelhead fishing. In this episode, they share insider tips and strategies for successful steelhead fishing, focusing on the importance of timing, technique, and location. Discover why casting efficiency and swing fishing are crucial for maximizing your chances of landing thi...

Episode 61 - Serving Trout a 3 Course Meal This Fall: Streamers, Nymphs, and Dry Flies 01.11.2024

Welcome back to the MEND podcast, your go-to source for technical fishing insights. This episode marks a renewed commitment to delivering expert fishing strategies, tailored for avid anglers on the go. Dive into a discussion about creating an effective fall fishing game plan, exploring the benefits of fishing during this quieter season when fish are more active and accessible. Learn about the thre...

Episode 60 - Shop Manager Bob, Dallas, and Joe // Baby Tarpon in Campeche, MX 25.04.2023

Tarpon Town wrap up. We just got back from Campeche, Mexico after fishing for Baby Tarpon together. Great opportunity to listen in and see if this trip is for you.   Trip Details: https://redsflyfishing.com/pages/campeche-tarpon Smelling Salt Fly:  https://redsflyfishing.com/products/rios-smelling-salt-tarpon-fly Salty Mullet: https://redsflyfishing.com/pages/search-results-page?q=salty%20mullet C...

Episode 59 - Trout Spey and Other DIY Stuff 30.03.2023

Coming off the big Trout Spey Rendezvous, there are some things I wanted to share for DIY anglers and why Trout Spey fishing, or at least swinging flies, is an important tool to have. It's DIY wade fishing based. That's why. You don't need a Clackacraft and a guide to swing flies. It's a simple technique, very straightforward. On this podcast I'll share things I learned from some of the masters.  ...

Episode 58 // Misc. Q and A and Discussions on Sink Tip Lines 16.02.2023

Fielded some good questions from Instagram, all on trout fishing. Good stuff. We followed up the Podcast by talking about sink tip and full sink lines and why you might need one of these. Here are some show links, I'm sure I'm forgetting some but here ya go. Connect with Red's : Website: https://www.redsflyfishing.com YouTube Channel: Red's Fly Shop - YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/r...

Episode 57 // Always Learning New Trout Stuff in Patagonia 02.02.2023

I learned a lot this trip about trout fishing, gear, and have some takeaways from fishing the southern hemisphere that will be helpful for anyone and everyone.  On this episode I try to keep things relevant to anyone listening, yet informative enough for someone that may want to join this trip someday. Helpful Links: Trip Info:  https://redsflyfishing.com/pages/patagonia-fly-fishing-adventure Sage...

Episode 56 // Trout Fishing Listener Q and A 14.01.2023

Lots of good trout fishing questions for this episode from the listeners. Really good stuff. If you have questions for the Podcast, email me at joe@redsflyshop.com and put Podcast Q in the subject line.    

Episode 55 // New Year, New Gear. 04.01.2023

We talk winter fishing, nymphing, making plans for 2023, gear of the year, new gear for the year, and how to lay out realistic plans for your next fishing season.    Gear Mentioned on Podcast:    Simms Kispiox Fingerless Mitt - https://redsflyfishing.com/products/simms-kispiox-fingerless-mitt Taco Bag - https://redsflyfishing.com/products/simms-taco-bag Korker's Devil's Canyon Boots - https://reds...

Episode 54 // Winter Fishing and Moose Hunt Recap 30.11.2022

Dallas Murrey joins me and we chat winter fishing and relive my Washington State Moose hunt. 

Episode 53 // Podcast is BACK. Streamer to Nymphs Double Threat Angling 03.11.2022

On this episode, we discuss developing a two-pronged approach switching between streamers and nymphs. When, why, and how. I share a short update about my Moose hunt that is ongoing, and fishing here on the Yakima River.

Episode 52 // Lesson From Chilean Patagonia // Beetle Fishing and Tips for Home Water Trout 07.02.2022

Trout fishing in Chile can teach you so much! I fished my brains out for 6 days and have some tips I learned from down south that I believe can be used for trout fishing anywhere. Join me for a Podcast on what I learned down there. 

Episode 51 // Big Casts, Big Fish, Big Rods // Full Spey 03.02.2022

Link to full blog article with line selection tips and charts - https://www.redsflyshop.com/blog/post/how-to-select-spey-head/    

Episode 50 // Trout Spey Mistakes 19.10.2021

Trout Spey Tackle: https://redsflyfishing.com/collections/trout-spey-tackle Setting Up a Trout Spey Rig: https://youtu.be/pkWBI5y_Sps Beginner's Trout Spey Video Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnbCO-ebD8CS5GyqR6N9cNgzMzKeLUmaz

Episode 49 // Fly Fishing is Hard 24.05.2021
Episode 48 // My Best Strike Indicator Rig 18.01.2021

Connect with Red's : Website: https://www.redsflyfishing.com YouTube Channel: Red's Fly Shop - YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redsflyshop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redsflyshop  Email: staff@redsflyshop.com Phone: (509) 933-2300 

Episode 47 - Don't Forget About Your Indicator 14.01.2021

Connect with Red's : Website: https://www.redsflyfishing.com YouTube Channel: Red's Fly Shop - YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redsflyshop/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redsflyshop  Email: staff@redsflyshop.com Phone: (509) 933-2300    Be sure to check out the blog, https://www.redsflyshop.com/blog/   Strike Indicators:  https://redsflyfishing.com/collections/strike-indicators  ...

Episode 46 // The Predator and The Prey 29.10.2020
Episode 45 - Hoppers and Instagram Q and A 14.08.2020
Episode 44 - Become an Independent Angler 05.07.2020
Episode 43 - MORE Instagram Q & A 23.05.2020
Episode X - Instagram Q & A 22.05.2020
Episode 42 - America’s Fish // The Largemouth Bass2 13.04.2020

Bass is said to be "America's Fish".  They are abundant, resilient, and super fun to fish for.  Listen to this podcast and purchase a basic gear set.   My Boat:   https://redsflyfishing.com/products/watermaster-fishing-rafts-kodiak?_pos=1&_sid=8a49fa957&_ss=r Jiggy Worm:   https://redsflyfishing.com/products/rainys-jiggy-worm-1?_pos=1&_sid=4e4d7f213&_ss=r Bass Flies:   https://redsflyfishing.com/c...

Episode 41 - Becoming a Dry Fly Ninja & Early Spring Tips 10.03.2020

Red's Rendezvous: https://www.redsflyshop.com/rendezvous/

Episode 40 - Patagonia Summary // Trout Mecca 29.02.2020

Rivers, lakes, spring creeks, small rivers, glacial rivers, glacial lakes, good wine, brown trout and ADVENTURE.  This was one hell of a week, please listen to the recap here and follow the adventure.

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