Untangled: Fly Fishing for Everyone is a question & answer based podcast where we answer questions submitted by listeners each week. In this week's episode, you'll discover the magic of fly fishing in the winter! Yes, it's cold... but fly fishing during the winter can be one of the best times to get out on the water. It's beautiful, the crowds die down, and the fishing can be great! Today, Spencer will walk you through his 4 steps for successful winter fly fishing. Staying warm, locating the fish, picking the right flies, and setting up the correct rigs. Whether you are a beginner or experienced angler, grab your favorite drink and let's talk fly fishing!
We'll also cover: - Recommendations for reels for light fly rods - Best flies to start tying - How to get your fly line unstuck from a tree - An overview of Euro nymphing - Conservation and fishing challenges - The best dry fly setup for heavily pressured Western rivers - Advice on buying waders
Is Winter Fly Fishing Worth It 4:35 #1 - Stay Warm 8:50 #2 - Locate the Fish 12:00 #3 - The Right Flies 14:30 #4 - Correct Rigs 16:20 Q&A 19:17 Reels & Fly Tying 19:58 Tree Trouble 22:00 Euro Nymphing - Pros & Cons 23:30 Trout Challenges 28:04 Dry Flies & Waders 33:39
