Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.

In this episode, Spencer Durrant sits down with VFC Co-Founder and CVO Alex Stulce to talk about 7 ways you can improve your skills as a fly angler.  You can submit a quesiton for the show here .  You can watch the Fly Tying Masterclass here .   

In this episode, Spencer Durrant gets down and dirty with streamers by doling out some basic tips and tricks to help you master fishing these interesting flies. In addition, you'll learn about:  Tips for organizing your fly box The difference between leader and tippet How to target smallmouth bass on the fly rod When to use different rods for different situations  You can submit a question for the...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about why he thinks fly fishing apps are bad for the industry in general, and what can be done to stop them. You'll also hear:  Recommendations on fly fishing literature Tips for rigging up a fly rod Tips for casting Matching your fly to the right tippet size You can submit a question for the podcast here .  Watch the video on setting up a fly rod here .  Wat...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about three easy tips to help you hook into more big fish as you're fly fishing. In addition, you'll also learn about:  What gear you need to get started with fly fishing The ultimate bucket list fly fishing trip E-scouting for fishing You can submit a question for the podcast here .  View our Fly Fishing Masterclass here .  You can shop our Starter Packs her...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about a few tips to help you approach any new water with confidence. Other topics discussed include:  The right fishing net to use How to fish in rivers with low trout populations Tips for teaching yourself to fly fish You can submit a question for the podcast here . Watch and subscribe to the Beginner Fly Fishing Masterclass here .  Check out the Ventures Fl...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about how you can predict a trout's behavior if you correctly understand the impact seasons have on hatches and bug activity. In addition, Spencer talks about:  Tips for getting started with tying flies Euro nymphs vs regular nymphs Different rigs for trout feeding in different parts of the water column Congrats to the winner of our Starter Pack Giveaway, Par...

In this episode, host Spencer Durrant talks about some can't-miss tactics that will improve your fly fishing success on any river, but especially on tailwaters. In addition, you'll hear about:  Why a drag-free drift isn't always the best presentation Bounce rigs and other fly fishing rigs What beginners should expect from fly fishing Submit a question for the show here . Our new Beginner Fly Fishi...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant sits down with VFC Co-Founder Alex Stulce to talk about 6 lessons they wish all beginning anglers knew. They also talk about a huge announcement from VFC and a brand-new giveaway! Stay tuned to the episode to hear about the announcement and giveaway.  Topics discussed in this episode;  The importance of presenting flies properly How to pick the right fly Getting th...

In this episode, Spencer discusses the one simple piece of tackle that fish - especially trout - just flat-out ignore. Learning about this can be key to becoming a better angler. In addition, Spencer talks about:  Fishing with multiple dry flies Building fly rods Tips for your next guided fishing trip  You can submit a question for the show here .  You can read the article about trout and how they...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about some go-to tips for catching trout from lakes. In addition, you'll learn about:  Casting tips Using light at night to catch trout Wading staffs Tips for anglers switching from bass to trout fishing  Submit a question for the podcast here .  Read the Troutbitten article about wading staffs here . 

In this episode, Spencer Durrant sits down with Alex Stulce to give listeners a framework for how to pick the right fly for any fishing situation, even if you don't know anything about bugs.  Download our new eBook "Picking The Right Fly For ANY Fishing Situation" here .  You can submit a question for the show here .   

In this episode, Spencer Durrant dishes some tips to help you mend fly line like the pros. In addition to mending, Spencer discusses:  Matching the hatch The best knots for big fish How to rig up for nymphs Flies to use for pike Best wading boot soles As always, you can submit a question for the podcast here .  Chapters 6:32 - Nymph rigs 15:41 - Flies for pike 19:50 - Mending fly line 29:32 - Best...

In this episode, host Spencer Durrant discusses the most important skill that every angler needs to mater. In addition to that, Spencer talks about:  The best gear for beginners Bad fishing guides Polarized sunglasses Wings The best fly lines for tricky presentations When to level up your fly rod size  You can submit a question for the show here .  Enter to win a fly rod and reel here .  You can f...

In this episode, Spencer Durrant discusses how to find the hidden fishing spots that most other anglers ignore. In addition, you'll hear about:  Basic knots fly anglers need to know How to pick the right leader for your flies How to pick wading boots The merits of chest packs vs sling packs  Fly Rod and Reel Giveaway | Click Here! Ep. 5 | Weighted Flies Blog post on fishing pocket water

In this episode, host Spencer Durrant talks about whether fish can remember being caught, as well as the following topics:  Fishing for bass with dry flies What a sighter is, and why they're used Casting streamers General fly casting tips You can submit a question for the show here . 

In this episode, Spencer Durrant talks about:  River etiquette while fly fishing Slings vs vests Avoiding tangles with dry-dropper rigs Loose reels Fishing with guides You can submit a question for the show HERE Article | Rigging a Dry-Dropper  

Submit a question for the show here - Submit ARTICLE - Teach Kids Fly Fishing - Teach Kids to Fly Fish | Hatch Mag   In this episode, we discuss:  Wading boots The Grand Slam in Colorado When to take kids fly fishing How to add variety to your fly collection Catching kokanee salmon on a fly rod  

Submit a question for the show here: https://vfccontent.survey.fm/podcast-questions   The Flysmith Vise - https://rebrand.ly/Aud-UT22-Vise ARTICLE - Fly Rods - https://rebrand.ly/Aud-UT22-Fly-Rods In this episode, Alex joins the show with Spencer to tackle everything you need to know about fly rods! Action, length, and weight are all discussed, as are use cases for each rod type. You're not gonna...

Submit a question for the podcast: https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   Congrats to our Mega Kit winner Trent Nielsen, of Utah!  In this episode, we discuss:  Rigging dry droppers When, or if, you should twitch your dry flies The merits of the whip finish vs the half hitch Some help with entomolgoy  Link to the hatch chart: https://www.skyblueoutfitters.com/hatch-chart/

Submit a question and be entered to win a Fly Tying Mega Kit! Winner announced 5/3/23! https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   In this episode, we discuss:  How to land big fish on a fly rod Fly selection for wild vs stocked trout Dry-dropper rigs Fishing murky water Email address to send pics of your fish to:   lifereellife@venturesflyco.com The Flysmith Vise: https://venturesflyco.com/collections/...

Submit a question for the podcast and be entered to win a FREE Fly Tying MEGA Kit! https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   Fly Tying Mega Kit can be found here: https://venturesflyco.com/products/vfc-fly-tying-mega-kit   In this episode, we cover: The importance of observing bugs on the water when casting to picky fish Magic flies don't exist The welded loops on fly lines, and the best fly line to l...

Submit a question for the podcast: https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   In this episode, we cover:  How to keep your leader from getting tangled when casting The top 5 flies from each member of the VFC crew How to fish eddies The best dry fly floatant  The wonderful Orvis video on fishing eddies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEFrwk3TFrg&t=253s Murray Fly Shop floatant test: https://www.murrays...

Submit a question for the podcast: https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   In this episode, we cover:  Coke Zero vs Diet Coke (Coke, please sponsor us)  What to know about sink-tip fly lines Woolly buggers vs leeches What rod to use for dry flies, nymphs, and streamers Dave Whitlock story on fishing for panfish: https://www.flyfisherman.com/editorial/fly-fishing-for-sunfish-and-panfish/152407#:~:tex...

Submit a question for the podcast here: https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   In this episode, we:  Introduce new products from VFC! Fly tying kits are launching April 9!  Discuss common questions for beginning fly tiers, including:  Is it really cheaper to tie your own flies? How easy is it to tie flies that fish actually eat? Is tying flies fun?     

Submit a question for the podcast here: https://rebrand.ly/UT-Questionnaire   In this episode, we cover:  How to find carp How to rig up your rods when you get to the river Sunglasses! Why you need them and their value  The blog series on how to pick the right fly: https://blog.venturesflyco.com/how-to-pick-the-right-fly/ The story from Joe Cermele in Outdoor Life about carp: https://www.outdoorli...