Joel LaFollette from the Royal Treatment Fly Shop is here to share the story of creating a great fly shop after his tenure at Kaufmann’s Streamborn. We find out why Joel is so fascinated with big fish and where he’s heading next.
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Joel Lafollette is on the podcast to describe some of the great fly fishing destinations around the world. What is the one bucket list destination where you have to go before you die?
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Dave Zielinkski, the man behind Down Home Boatworks is here to share is wooden drift boat story and some of the must have drift boat accessories you should be focusing on when putting together a driftboat.
We get nerdy on the Grand Canyon and then dig into this amazing hatch of cicada’s and some tips on finding them. Plenty of amazing drift boat stories from an amazing boat builder from the east coast.
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Down Home Boatworks Conclusion with Dave Zielinski
Dave Zielinski with Down Home Boatworks is on the podcast to share the steps to understanding how to build a drift boat and some great stories on the people and history of drift boats.
Have you ever thought about building a drift boat? Leave a comment below or send a DM on Instagram.
Phil Monahan, the editor of the Orvis Fly Fishing Blog and the man who keeps the content flowing is here to give us an Orvis Fishing Summary that’s not quite what you’d expect. This podcast includes Phil’s background before Orvis, some of the challenges to running a massive daily blog a little on Yellowstone.
We find out why Phil’s criteria for becoming the editor of the Orvis blog was that he would not be a salesman. 10,623 blog posts have been published on the Orvis Blog. Let me say that again, ten thousand six hundred and twenty-three blogs posts.
Click the play button to listen to the full podcast or scroll to the bottom to read the full transcript from this podcast!
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Orvis Fly Fishing Blog Conclusion with Phil Monahan
Phil Monahan walks us through some behind the seens in running and editing the Orvis Fly Fishing Blog, a daily fly fishing blog with over 10,500 blog posts!
What’s your connection with Orvis? Have you ever owned an Orvis product or used their resources? Leave a comment below or send me a DM or comment on Instagram @wetflyswing
David Brands from Coast Portland is on the podcast to share how he created one of the first LED Headlamps and led the way in knife technology.
Coast Portland has continuously evolved and become a solution to a problem. For 102 years, the company has been passed on from generation to generation, starting from David’s grandfather who created their first product in the early 1900s. Now Coastal Portland is still at the top of the multitool brands and plans on another generation of innovation and solutions.
Click below to listen to the Coast Knives Podcast with David Brands:
33:20 Perk Perkins, former CEO of Orvis was on the podcast at WFS 225
41:00 Coast Portland brought back the Coast Cutlery knife for their 100th anniversary
https://coastportland.com/pages/story
49:25 Within the next few months, Coastal Portland will launch some exciting new LED lighting products geared more specifically towards the outdoor user
50:50 Coastal Portland plans on another 102 years for the 4th generation
“If there’s something that you can identify that you think you could do better or build something that did something better – go for it”
“In this day of age, it’s easier than ever to develop a product and sell it because of the internet where 20 years ago, you were at the mercy of big companies like Walmart, Cabelas, you name it. But now, if you have a good idea and you can build it, you can market it yourself.”
“Find a solution to a problem that needs a solution and develop a product to do it better”
Coast Knives Conclusion with David Brands
David Brands was on the podcast and shared the Coast Knives story and family background of creating the longest-running knife company in the fishing space.
What’s your favorite Coast knife? Leave a comment below or send me a DM on social media @wetflyswing
Chris Daughters from the Oregon Fly Fishing Blog and owner of the Caddis Fly Shop is here to break down fishing the October Caddis in the fall with a focus on the big rivers of the Mid Willamette River.
We get the full story on fly fishing the short winged stonefly, caddis and many other great Willamette River fishy bugs.
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Chris Daughters from the Caddis Fly Shop shares how to choose the best fall fishery to target when covering the October caddis hatch. Stick with dry fly fishing for the day when conditions are right.
What’s your favorite big Dry Fly hatch You are looking forward to fishing?
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Jeff Coleman, Founder of the Probar is here to share the story of how he founded one of the most popular energy bars on the planet. You find out why blending is better than baking and why the plant-based Probar is super healthy.
I am continuing my series on the river trip gear list so had to include one of my favorite snacks while on the river and fishing. If you haven’t tasted a ProBar, check out the episode and find out why they are special!
Click below and listen to the Probar Podcast with Jeff Colman:
Jeff Coleman shares the ProBar story and how he founded one of the best-tasting energy bars that will keep you doing all day. Jeff shares his perspective on why he thinks plant-based bars are better for your body, the environment, and taste great.
Jeff Liskay breaks down switch rods for great lakes steelhead today on the podcast. We find out what speed you should be swinging your fly and the story of how the spey revolution hit the great lakes.
Jeff walks us through the steps to landing a fish correctly and then digs into is 11 foot rod and the setup he uses to catch fish. You’ll be ready for swinging any of the Great Lakes streams after todays episode.
Click below and listen to the Podcast on Switch Rods for Steelhead with Jeff Liskay:
Jeff Liskay shares the good stuff today as we focus on switch rods for steelhead in the Great Lakes. Jeff has some terminal tackle tips and even a little on surface flies for steelhead.
David Coggins is on the podcast to share his new book and perspective on a fly fishing life. David has written some great books in mens fashion and now has produced a great book on the rituals of fly fishing.
David and I dig into some deep thoughts on fly fishing and family and the impacts to parents getting older and influencing your life. We get a little deep in this one so stick around for some Coggins insight.
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David Coggins is on the podcast today to share why you should take time to do the things you love and in this case a fly fishing life. We find out why he thinks we should all try out a bonefish trip even if you’ve never thought about it before.
Russ Maddin is on the podcast to share is best tips on streamer fishing for steelhead, brown trout and other huge salmonid species like the king salmon. We find out why Russ gets so fired up with chinook salmon fishing.
Russ goes deep into all end of the streamer game including the best gear and stripping techniques. Find out what depth and speed you should be thinking about.
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Russ Maddin is here to shed some light on streamer fishing with a focus on steelhead and salmon in the Great Lakes. Russ is one of the original streamer guys and was noted by Galloup in episode 52.
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