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Fly Fishing Founders – Proof Fly Fishing with Matt Draft – How to Build a Fly Rod, Cold Water River

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Dave
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I had a nice chat with Matt Draft from Proof Fly Fishing to cover rod building.  Matt is all in on his company where he teaches, provides all of the pieces to the puzzle and has some great tutorials out there.

We walk through the steps to build a new rod or retrofit an old rod.  There are a number of resources and video tutorials that are at Proof Fly Fishing.  We talk about what it will take to get into a Euro Nymphing rod as the example in this episode.

 

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Show Notes with Matt Draft

04:15 – RodBuildingForum.com was Matt’s first big resource to get started with rod building.

07:30 – Here’s a link to one of Matt’s kits for a euro nymphing rod.

11:10 – Here are some examples of cork handle styles.

12:00 – I note the history of fiberglass rods in the 1970’s and the fat fiberglass style that were.

14:00 – The fly rod building tutorials to walk you step by step through.

17:30 – Here’s a video that shows how to find the spline of the fly rod before you get started.

27:38 – Meat Market Flies was on the podcast where they covered tying streamers.

28:53 – Dan from the Members Society asked a question on guide spacing.

30:00 – Chris Carlin is one of the premier bamboo fly rod builders.

34:30 – Here’s how to start to wrap a guide which is one of the most common questions that Matt gets.

38:00 – Here’s a link to the pen and ink to label your rod with a cool name.  What is the name of your rod?  Leave a comment at the bottom of this post.

43:40 – Mud Hole is one of the bigger sites selling rod building gear.

47:00 – Dan Johnston from St. Croix was on the podcast where he talked about having complete control of the entire process.  Tom Rosenbauer was on the podcast as well and noted the rod process.

48:20 – You can get a euro nymphing rod package here.

 

You can reach Matt at Proof Fly Fishing.com.

 

Videos Noted in the the Show

Here’s the complete series on building your first rod:

Rod Building Tools and Equipment via Gink and Gasoline and Proof:

 

Understanding Rod Components 

You can watch the rest of the video series at this link.

 

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Conclusion with Proof Fly Fishing

Matt Draft breaks down the steps to build your first rod or rebuild your old rod that may need an uplift.  We talk about the benefits of learning how to build and where to get all of the tools to get started.

     

WFS 084 – The New Fly Fisher with Colin Mckeown – Atlantic Salmon, Newfoundland, Squaretail, Jensen’s, Riffle Hitch

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Dave
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colin mckeown

We cover Atlantic salmon and Newfoundland with Colin Mckeown who produces one of the most prolific fly fishing shows in the world – The New FlyFisher.

We get into a bunch of tips for A. salmon, find out what’s next for the New Fly Fisher and what hooking an atlantic salmon feels like.  Colin talks about how he has built a 50k following on youtube and why he does what he does.

 

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Show Notes with Colin Mckeown

02:40 – The Tom Rosenbauer episode was my path in connecting with Colin.

07:50 – The Linders Fishing Show – The Angling Edge  was noted when Colin talked about video production.

09:20 – The New Fly Fisher youtube channel is one of the biggest in fly fishing.

11:10 – Basics of nymph fishing is a good example of how they teach on the show.

21:00 – The domestic geek was noted in the show as a mentor for Colin and his youtube channel.

25:10 – Todd Moen has one of the biggest youtube channels.  Here’s a classic trailer that will get you pumped.

27:10 – Seth Kugel was on the podcast to provide some frugal traveling tips.  Seth was the New York Times Frugal Traveler columnist.

45:50 – Here are two great New Fly Fisher videos:  The Hunt River and Lewis River Shows

46:50 – The Riffle hitch video which includes a nice animation.

56:40 – The Blue Charm and the Silver Tip plus the Green Highlander are three flies that work all of the time.  A Brown Bomber with an orange hackle is the goto dry fly.

58:00 – Simon Gawesworth was on the podcast in episode 9.

1:01:30 – The underwater world of trout is one video that blew up that was super basic.

1:29:00 – Newfoundland/Labrador tourism has a great resource on traveling.

1:38:10 – Joe Humphries was on the podcast here  and broke down is life in fly fishing.

1:38:50 – The Cowboy Junkies Trinity Sessions, Rush plus Dazed in Confused along with Johan Julius Christian Sibelius.

1:40:30 – The Jensens youtube channel is another channel that Colin is working with.

1:40:50 – Squaretail is a new book that we discuss that is a brook trout guide in Maine.

1:41:30 – The Atlantic Salmon Journal is a great resource to find out where to go and what’s new.

 

You can see all of Colin’s videos on youtube at the New Fly Fisher here.

 

Videos Noted in the Show

The Hunt River Show and Dry Flies for Atlantic Salmon:

 

How to Tie a Riffle Hitch

 

The Lewis River for atlantic salmon on dries:

 

Music Noted in the Show

The Cowboy Junkies Trinity Sessions

 

Johan Julius Christian Sibelius

 

Resources Noted in the Show

How to Tie a Brown Bomber

 

The Underwater World of Trout

 

The Domestic Food Geek:

Conclusion with Colin Mckeown

Colin Mckeown from the New Fly Fisher goes deep on atlantic salmon fishing in Newfoundland along with what it takes to produce one of the great youtube channel.  We here why he likes to use a glove to handle fish and a few other interesting topics.

Was that enough for you?  Almost 2 hours of content and I know I could have gone another 2 hours.  Leave a comment of you like the 2 hour or if you like a 1 hour episode a little better.

     

WFS 083 – Seth Kugel – The New York Times Frugal Traveler – South America Travel Tips, Guides, Fake Reviews, Air BNB

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Dave
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seth kugel

My first New York Times columnist, Seth Kugel breaks out his best frugal traveling tips and tricks.  And as Seth says, frugal traveling isn’t about eating peanut butter and Jelly and sleeping in hostels.

Seth breaks down the 4 parts of frugal traveling, how he has created a brazilian youtube channel that funds part of his journey and how to get great deals via consolidator companies when buying airplane tickets.

 

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Show Notes with Seth Kugel

09:50 – We talk about the Fox News and New York Times Op Ed columns and the difference between jounalism and the OP Ed.

29:40 – His book Rediscovering Travel:  A Guide for the Globally Curious is out and goes deep into travel tips and how Seth travels.

38:00 – The Pantanal Wetlands is a location in Brazil that is less expensive than some of the more know locations.

41:40 – Seth recommends using Whatsapp when traveling to South America and many countries around the world.

46:45 – We talk about how consolidation companies can save you $100’s on plain tickets.  Here’s on consolidation link.  Google consolidator and the name of the country to get a deal on a ticket.

48:00 – Here’s the link to the consolidator article that Seth notes on finding cheaper tickets.

49:40 – The Bose noise cancelling headphones are a goto piece of gear for Seth as well as the travel cubes.

52:10 – REI and the Eagle Creek packs have produced good results over the years for Seth and myself.  I still have an old Eagle Creek pack I use for hunting!

56:30 – Here is the Brian Okeefe episode where Brian shares some great photo.

1:08:20 – We talk about Travel Safety Apps and Tips.  A great tip is to carry a $50 bill on hand in case you get mugged.

1:14:30 – Air BnB has become a goto for many but make sure to verify the bnb.

1:15:30 – The Hotel tonight App which Seth notes here and says that you shouldn’t get too caught up in any one app.

1:18:00 – Here is the link to Seth’s $100 weekend New York Times series.

1:19:10 – Here is the link to Booking.com. Seth talks about booking tips here and searching.  Logging is going to be your biggest expense once you get there.

 

You can find Seth at SethKugel.com  or on Instagram here.

 

Resources Noted in the Show

Rediscovering Travel by Seth Kugel

 

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones

 

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Travel Cubes

 

Conclusion with Seth Kugel

This episode is perfect if you don’t have $7000 for a lodge trip but still want to get to some of the destination locations.  And is also good if you just want to spruce up your trip and connect with the local communities.

     

WFS 082 – Fly Tyers Dungeon with the Mad Scientist – Unique Fly Tying Materials, Doug

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Dave
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fly tyers dungeon

The Mad Scientist (Doug) of Fly Tyers Dungeon sat down to tell his story and the story of his company which produces unique fly tying materials in Montana.

Find out how to get some unique materials at a great discount in this one. We get into how he produces his material and how you can get custom made materials if you just reach out and ask.

 

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Show Notes with Fly Tyers Dungeon

02:20 – The famous book by Jack Dennis – The Western Trout Fly Tying Manual.

06:00 – Congo Hair is one of Doug’s best selling items.

07:40 – Meat Market Flies was on the podcast where we talked about selecting fly tying materials.

12:20 – The Members Society where Fly Tyers Dungeon is providing a 40% discount for a limited time for members of the group.

12:40 – Here is a link to the Fly Tyers Dungeon Youtube channel.  Doug likes to use his youtube channel to get you thinking about patterns and not to just copy an existing pattern.

14:30 – Hareline Dubbing was discussed briefly in relation to how Doug does business in the fly fishing space.

16:40 – Mike Mercer was on the show in episode 81 where he described opening up a fly shop in his parents house when he was a young kid.

26:25 – We discuss the UV-X Material and what makes it unique.  This is one of their highest selling products.

28:25 – Northern Lights is another popular item in the selection.

30:20 – The MS Bugger Dubbing is a good material to take the place of chenille and hackle.

35:10 – Cone Head Minnow, BK Leach and Uncle Willie Flies are all goto’s for Doug.

39:40 – The Redding Fly Shop produces low cost hooks.

40:10 – Yellowstone Fly Goods is a big partner with the dungeon.

42:00 – Doug Swisher is a big mentor for Doug.  Here’s an old Doug Swisher video of about an hour in length.

43:30 – Here is a link to the blender that Doug recommends.

44:30 – Doug has used a custom vice from Bernie Grifinn.  Here’s a link to some other Griffin vises.

47:10 – The Red Hot Chili Pipers were noted as one of Doug’s favorite brands.

 

You can find the mad scientist at FlyTyersDungeon.com.

 

Videos Noted in the Show

 

Conclusion from Fly Tyers Dungeon

The Mad Scientist breaks down a great summary from his fly tying products including UV, Congo and northern lights.  He describes how you can create your own material through the fly tyers dungeon and his process of creating them.

     

WFS 081 – Lower Sacramento River with Mike Mercer – The Redding Fly Shop, the Missing Link, Psycho Prince

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Dave
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mike mercer

I chat with Mike Mercer about the Sacramento River, the Redding Fly Shop and other great rivers around Chico California.  We hear how the Sacramento went from a toxic superfund dump with very few fish to a big time trout river.

Mike shares the step x step plan on catching fish on the lower Sacramento.  We talk about the key to catching fish consistency, how to make a yarn indicator, the importance of the riffle drop and why you should avoid a tapered leader.

 

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Show Notes with Mike Mercer

03:00 – Mike Mercer’s Rod and Fly Shop was the first shop he created in his bedroom.

09:40 – Walton Powell Rods  and the old fly shop.  Walton took Mike on and mentored him.

10:40 – Journey’s End Tackle Shop

14:00 – The Fly Shop in Redding California is one of the largest online.  Mike tells the story of how it all came to be.

20:00 – We note Hyde drift boats here and why they are key to some runs on the lower Sac.  You can wade and fish as well but have to know your spots.

22:00 – Were the chinook numbers the largest in the world back in the day?

34:05 – The New Zealand Nymph System who sells bright colors of sheeps wool.

37:00 – The psycho prince fly pattern video

1:01:15 – The Missing Link Fly Pattern looks similar to the elk hair but much different.

 

You can reach Mike Mercer at TheFlyShop.com.

 

Top 2 Flies and Tips

2 Flies:

  • #6 Pat’s Rubber Legs
  • Epoxy Back PMD Nymph

 

2 Tips:

  • Do not use a tapered leader below the indicator.  You can use tapered down to the indicator but below that keep it thin and straight so it sinks.

 

Videos Notes in the Show

 

The Psycho Prince Bead Head Video

Conclusion with Mike Mercer

Mike shares some of his best fly tying and fly fishing tips with a focus on the lower Sac.  We talk about his strategy for pairing down flies so you get the most bang for your fly tying buck.  What do the fish see?

 

     

Southern Texas Fly Fishing with Riverhorse Nakadate – Largemouth Bass, Redfish (WFS 080)

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Dave
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riverhorse nakadate

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Riverhorse Nakadate to talk about largemouth bass, redfish and southern Texas Fly Fishing.

Riverhorse goes deep to share his story and how he’s made a life as a writer, surfer, musician and fly fisherman.  Get ready for a little bass yoga, comedy and stories about Willie, Stevie Ray and Love.

 

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Southern Texas Fly Fishing Show Notes:

08:23 – Oliver White was on the podcast in episode 69 where we covered bonefish, the bahamas and how he went all in after the hedge fund position.

10:00 – Here is the link to the movie – Love & Water as supported by the Flyfish Journal and Patagonia.  You can see the area that Riverhorse call home in southern Texas.

16:26 – A Southern Wish is one piece about his mother passing away and really resonated with a lot of people in the community.

27:00 – 23andme.com is a good site that will show you your genetics.

35:00 – Riverhorse shares some great connections with Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaugn.

43:00 – The dixie wiggler fly is a good one.

50:00 – Riverhorse talks about how We Write to know that we’re not alone.

57:16 – Shiner beer is the goto beverage after fishing.

58:00 – The John Gierach episode was a milestone event for me.

1:00:00 – The favorite books and resources from Riverhorse.

1:04:30 – Here is the Brian O’keefe podcast episode who Riverhorse noted as one of his favorite people.

 

You can find Riverhorse here.

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Videos Noted in the Show

Love & Water: Riding Shotgun with Riverhorse from Funny Feelings on Vimeo.

 

Watch this Twisted Sister Video for an amazing blast to the past

 

Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain with Willie Nelson

 

Southern Texas Fly Fishing Conclusion

We covered Willie Nelson to Stevie Ray Vauhn, over to Texas and Patagonia then back again.  Riverhorse is all about love and laughter.  I will listen to this one again and again because of the passion.

 

     

WFS 079 – Deli Fresh Design with Ross White – Fly Fishing Slings, Orvis, Conservation, Carp, Trout Unlimited, Gretkzy

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Dave
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ross white

In this Fly Fishing Founders Chat I talk to Ross White from Deli Fresh Design who tells the story of how DLD came to be.  We get a perspective on how Ross is producing USA made products as a one man show.

We talk about the Fly Fishing Rendezvous, Mirage Reels and Rising Nets.  Find out how Ross makes a name for himself producing unique custom made fly fishing gear.

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Show Notes with Ross White

06:20 – Orvis in the Park Meadows Mall.  Ross worked here for a little while before starting DLD.

08:00 – The Orvis Fly Fishing 101 and 201 courses.  Ross recommends this for anyone especially since they are free.

12:00 – The Winston Bamboo Fly Rod Shop.

12:30 – The Orvis Manchester Rod Shop.  Ross describes the size and what walking into the shop feels like.

14:00 – Tom Rosenbauer was on in episode 63 to talk about the history of Orvis and what they do best.

15:30 – The Spinoza Rod Company does bamboo Rods. 

17:20 – Ross notes the South Platte and Cheeseman Canyon.  Pat Dorsey describes how to catch fish in Cheeseman Canyon in episode 56 of the podcast.

35:00 – We talk about Scott over at Vedavoo who produces a similar project to Deli Fresh.  Vedavoo is also one of our partner companies in the Members Society.

40:50 – Rising Nets are made in the USA.

42:40 – Topo Designs is a company that Ross connected with even though he was hesistant at first.

45:10 – The Fly Fishing Rendezvous is a popular show in Colorado that Ross attends.

 

You can find Ross at DeliFreshDesign.com. or find Ross’ cargo van pics on Instagram.

 

Quotes in the Show

“Part of leadership (a big part of it, actually) is the ability to stick with the dream for a long time. Long enough that the critics realize that you’re going to get there one way or another… so they follow.”  -Seth Godin

“I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.”   -Michael Jordan

 

Conclusion with Ross White

Ross provides a cool perspective by a company who is trying to do things for conservation and for fly fishing that will make a difference.  Find out how Ross builds and distributes his slings and products in the USA.  Ross is also a sponsor for the podcast!

     

WFS 078 – DIY Alaska with Brian O’Keefe – Catch Magazine, Fly Fishing Photo Tips, New Zealand, Mousing for Rainbows

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Dave
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brian okeefe

Brian O’Keefe is on the podcast today to share some stories from a life of fly fishing and traveling.  We go into some Alaskan DIY tips, a place he’s been to over 50 times.

We talk about what it has been like with a life of fly fishing, how he managed to travel around New Zealand at 19 and how to grab a deadliest catch boat to hit some new waters in Alaska.

 

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Show Notes with Brian Okeefe

06:15 – I noted the Joe Brooks episode and his story from living on the streets to teaching fly fishing.  Joe coined the phrase blue ribbon trout stream.

13:10 – Dennis Black of Umpqua Feather Merchants was one of Brian’s early influencers.

31:50 – Wood-TikChik is a great area to get in some canoeing trips.

40:50 – Brian helped to create Catch Magazine with Todd Moen in 2008.

47:00 – Catch Magazine has a few videos over 2 million views which is crazy.  Here’s one of them on the salmon fly hatch.

47:20 – Brian was on the Orvis Podcast where he discussed some great photo tips.

59:59 – Here’s a link to the most popular photo Brian took with an underwater camera.

1:04:01 – The Olympus Tough camera is Brian’s goto underwater camera for quick pics.

1:05:10 – Brian notes that everyone should take a few minutes to head over to Keep Em Wet.org and read the tips on protecting fish.

1:12:40 – The Morrish Mouse and Mr. Hanky are two goto flies for Brian

1:18:40 – We talk about the Arnold Palmer and the Shiner Beer.

1:20:10 –  The BoDeans, Johnny and Merle Haggard are all favorites for Brian.

1:23:40 – The Howler Brothers

1:27:40 –  Eleven Experience in the company that Brian is working with now.  Brian is helping them build the company.

1:29:40 – Jeff Currier was on the show in episode 65 and noted how he loves his home time as well.

 

You can find Brian at BrianOkeefePhotography.com

Videos Noted in the Show

 

The BoDeans

 

Resources Noted in the Show

The Olympus Tough Camera

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brian okeefe
photo via: https://www.theflyshop.com/travel/bio_okeefe.html

 

Conclusion with Brian O’keefe

Brian shares some great Alaska tips from his over 50 trips up north.  We also get into his background and here how he came to be one of the most travelled fly fishers, hitting fish all over the globe.

 

     

WFS 077 – Sea-Run Cutthroat with Dave McCoy – Puget Sound Fly Fishing, Skagit, Yakima, Steelhead

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Dave
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the sound searcher

Dave McCoy from Emerald Water Anglers put together a great episode for Sea-Run Cutthroat fishing and maybe the best resource online for Sea-Run fly fishing in Puget Sound.

We talk about the best beach access points, Yakima trout fishing and what it felt like going all in on building the fly shop.  Steelhead in Argentina, the Sound Searcher and a great 8′ 8″ fly rod by Thomas and Thomas is all on tap today.

 

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Show Notes with Dave McCoy

21:30 – Marty Sheppard was on the podcast in episode 76 and talked about the 30 day John Day River steelhead.

22:20 – The Sound Searcher is a pattern developed by Dave’s dad and imitates a wounded bait fish.  See below for the photo.

25:00 – The Thomas and Thomas 250 exocett ss rod is the goto rod for dave in the 8′ 8″ variety.

42:40 – We talk about steelhead in Argentina.  Here’s a random video that touches on it.

44:30 – Brian O’keefe was on the podcast in episode 78 where we covered some great photo tips.

45:45 – KeepEmWet.org is a movement that Dave helped to move forward and now Brian Husky is leading the charge.

46:40 – Rob Crandall was on the show in episode 62. We talk about the debate between barbed and barbless hooks.

55:00 – Oliver White was on in episode 69 and described how he left his guide job to become a hedge fund manager in New York.

60:30 – Brian O’keefe was on here.

1:07:00 – The Scientific Angler Trout Spey Light line is perfect for puget sound because it’s a one piece.

1:11:30 – The Foul Free Hering Fly Pattern.

1:13:00 – Dave notes these two books that are good resources.  Afoot and Afoat in the Sound and Beach Walks and Hikes around Puget Sound.

1:13:55 – The Orvis episode with Brian O’keefe where he covers 10 huge photo tips.

1:17:20 – Steve Duda and Jason Rolfe were both on the podcast and were both Fly Fish Journal editors.

1:18:16 – Dave tells us about his daughter and her interest in Led Zeppelin.

1:18:30 – The Oregon Country Fair is a ultra popular hippie event near Eugene.  I’ve been there once and recommend it.

1:18:50 –  Pearl Jam and Metallica were some of Dave’s bands during the college years.

1:20:30 – Jay Nicholas also has a book on Sea-Run Cutthroat fishing.

 

You can reach Dave at EmeralWaterAnglers.com.

 

 

Resources Noted in the Show

 

Thomas and Thomas 250 exocett ss

thomas and thomas

 

Scientific Angler Spey Light

spey light

 

Afoot and Afloat in Puget Sound

Afoot and Afloat in Puget Sound

 

Beach Walks and Hikes around Puget Sound

puget sound

 

Sea-Run Cutthroat:  Flies and Fishing

sea-run cutthroat

 

 

 

Videos Noted in the Show

 

Pearl Jam – Alive

 

Led Zeppelin – Over the Hills and Far Away

 

 

 

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The Sound Searcher

the sound searcher

Photos by Dave McCoy:

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Conclusion with Dave McCoy

We cover Cutthroat Fishing in depth with a focus on Puget Sound.  I think this may be the ultimate resource out there on these two topics.  Leave a comment if there is another great resource that we can link out to.

And if you’re interested in the right spey rod for steelhead, Click here to see the Echo Spey Rod that has helped me drastically improve my spey cast and find more steelhead at a super reasonable cost.  By the way, this link above is an affiliate link, which means I earn a commission if you do end up purchasing through that link.  It’s at no extra cost to you, and please if you have any questions related to this product, please let me know and I’d be happy to answer them for you.

     

Fly Fishing Founders – Rent this Rod with David Moore and Brian Guengerich – Thomas and Thomas, Abel, Davidson River

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Dave
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rent this rod

Rent this Rod is on the podcast this week as part of our Fly Fishing Founders Series where we hear the stories behind the companies in fly fishing today.  Listen to their struggles and the journey to make a life out of fly fishing.

We talk about Thomas & Thomas, Abel, Hatch, the Davidson River and behind the scenes with the new company.

 

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Show Notes with Rent this Rod

08:18 – The Davidson River is their home river.

12:18 – Thomas and Thomas were one of the first companies to support them.  This is a good story about how it all happened.

13:14 – Yellow Dog is now on board to support Rent this Rod.  This is a no brainer to me as they ship and fish all over the world.

17:10 – Hatch is on board for their salt water stuff along with Ross Reals who cover their freshwater.

19:30 – Brian caught his first fish on the Orvis Clearwater.

30:00 – Go Daddy is the company who hosts their site.

31:30 – The olive woolly bugger is their goto fly pattern for the Davidson River.

33:40 – The Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Guide is Brian’s most recommended resource.

34:40 – Gink and Gasoline put together a write up here about the company.

35:00 – The Drake Magazine is a favorite for both Brian and Dave.

40:00 – The Kodak and Blockbuster example where they were the first but not the company that persisted.  Here’s how Kodak failed and how Blockbuster failed. 

49:20 – We talk about the Beastie Boys.  Here’s a classic old school Beastie from likely when I was in middle school.  It’s still pretty good right.

50:40 – Here is KISS Party All night long.  A pretty sweet version.

51:00 – Tom Morgan

 

You can find them at RentthisRod.com.

 

Resources Noted in the Show

Western North Carolina Fly Guide

fly fishing guide

Videos Notes in the Show

A classic Beastie Boys Track – No Sleep till Brooklyn

 

Here you go – KISS – I Wanna Rock and Roll

 

I had to add a little more recent slot – So What Cha Want

 

Conclusion with Rent this Rod

Again, pretty good right.  The Fly Fishing Founders series is starting off strong.  My goal is to continue connecting with new companies to help them and to help you along your journey.

We went into the background and the foreground, the Beastie Boys, Yellow Dog, The Drake and all of the others.  Did we miss anything?

 

     
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