Klaus Frimor on Loop Fly Lines, Scandi Style Fishing, Underhand Spey Casting (WFS 127)

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March 17, 2020

Klaus Frimor shares a great perspective on scandi lines and casting (aka underhand casting). Klaus tells his story about growing up in Denmark and how his connection with Loop came to be. He breaks out the exact line and setup you need to get started with scandi casting.

Klaus is the main rod designer for single and two handed rods for Loop. Klaus shares his perspective on how and why spey casting and spey lines are different if Europe vs the US.

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Show Notes on Loop Fly Lines with Klaus Frimor

04:20 – I noted Martin with the Global Fly Fisher who was on the podcast in episode 99.

08:00 – Klaus talks about running into Göran Anderson who founded Loop.

09:00 – Underhand casting described by Göran Anderson as described further here.

13:30 – We talk about the Line Speed Jedi aka Tim Rawlins. Tim was on the podcast in episode 27 and wanted to ask Klaus about the limits of underhand casting.

34:30 – I noted the Mariusz Wroblewski episode where we talked about skagit rods for winter steelhead.

35:30 – Guideline is the other big company out of the UK that is leading the way in fly fishing around Europe.

43:00 – We talked about the RIO Slick Shooter Running line.

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43:23 – Klaus noted Zack Williams and the excellence to spey casting. Here’s a video of Zack breaking out some good stuff.

46:20 – Here’s a link to Klaus’ video and crash course in scandi casting.

47:00 – I last saw Klaus at the Sandy Spey Clave.

48:10 – Simon Gawesworth was on the podcast in episode 9.

1:02:12 – Klaus noted that he thinks the Airflo Poly Leaders are the devil himself.

1:02:30 – Here’s Simon on the Bloody L.

1:09:12 – The GDC Lines from Loop cover the scandi lines.

1:14:20 – The Green Butt Skunk and the Blue Charm are good flies for A. Salmon and steelhead.

1:23:00 – The Loop Speed Runner is the goto steelhead real for Klaus.

You can find Klaus here at Loop.

Videos Noted in the Show

Klaus Frimor Scandi Casting

Zack Williams on Spey Cast Angle

Conclusion with Klaus Frimor

We talk about how scandi casting came to be and why it’s not just about a line. It’s about a completely new way of thinking. Klaus Frimor describes where people are missing on the exact meaning of underhand casting.

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 (You also get a free spey line if you pickup the Echo Spey). By the way, the 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 – Sage Brush Dry with John Peterka – Dry Bags, Kake Alaska, Basketball

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March 12, 2020

We hear the story of how John Peterka came to own Sage Brush Dry, a great company out of Kake Alaska producing dry bags for hunting and fishing. Find out how part of the deal when buying the company was for John to become a fly fisher.

John describes their process of using radio frequency welding which creates a thermal and air tight bond. They can get more curve because they are using hot air welding via a double bond. A lot of terminology but bottom line is they produce a killer water proof bag.

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Show Notes with Sage Brush Dry

13:20 – Ti Zip is the company John uses for their bomber waterproof zippers.

17:30 – The hip and deck pack is the perfect bag for fly fishing. The day tripper is also a great fly fishing bag that includes fly rod tube holders.

21:00 – John talks about the Ttlingit Tribe that is in the Kake area. Find out how basketball helped John break the ice with the Ttlingit community.

30:40 – Mariusz Wroblewski was on the podcast here and described his experience in Kamchatku.

32:00 – We talked about the fly fishing giveaway and how Sage Brush Dry is part of the Pyramid Lake Giveaway.

37:00 – John has some new kayak bags and custom labels that are new this year. So if you want to get your logo on a dry bag give John a call.

38:10 – Grundens and XTRA TUF’s are hist goto gear for Alaska. I agree and love both of these companies products.

You can reach John at Sage Brush Dry.

Resources Noted in the Show

Here’s a Google Map of Kake Alaska

Conclusion with John Peterka

John Peterka shares his story how he came to purchase and run Sage Brush Dry. Find out what Sage Brush is all about and some of the great bags they offer for fishing and hunting. If you appreciate quality in an american made product then Sage Brush is a company you should support.

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 (You also get a free spey line if you pickup the Echo Spey). By the way, the 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.

WFS 125 – Basic Fly Tying with Charlie Craven – Charlies Fly Box, Fly Tying Class, Tiny Flies, Brassie

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March 10, 2020

Charlie Craven from Charlie’s Fly Box breaks down a new perspective on tying flies for a living and a lifetime. He describes what it takes to make an original pattern and what it means to become a signature fly tyer.

We also here about his fly tying class and the book he wrote that many consider the ultimate guide for beginner fly tyers. Find out which is the number 1 selling pattern in the box an what he always has handy heading out on the river.

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Show Notes with Charlie Craven

06:10 – Rocky Mountain Anglers was one of the main fly shops that helped Charlie understand the process of running a fly shop.

07:20 – I noted the Bruce Chard episode and the hotspot that Denver Colorado is in North America.

09:20 – Charlie is a signature tyer with Umpqua. Charlie clarifies how the royalties work in the business.

10:00 – Rainey Riding was on the podcast in episode 114 and talked about patents and trademarking.

10:40 – Craven’s Two Bit Hooker is a trademarked fly pattern.

17:20 – We talk about the RS2 pattern and how little material is needed for a small fly.

19:50 – The Dyna King Pro vice is the same vice that he has used for over 20 years.

20:20 – I noted the Pat Cohen episode from RU Superly.

23:50 – Tiemco is Charlie’s favorite hook and the 100SP-BL is the hook he uses for a brassie.

26:45 – Charlie Craven’s Basic Fly Tying Book is a killer resource.

30:45 – The parachute adams is their number 1 seller.

34:20 – We talked about the Humpy and how it was the first and favorite pattern for Charlie. He wouldn’t go fish without a humpy. Here’s a video for the humpy.

37:14 – The missing link comes up again. This is one of Mike Mercer’s great pattern. You can listen to the podcast with Mike Mercer here.

39:20 – We talk about the Mole Fly and new versions that are out there now.

43:10 – The new cdc multi clamp tool that has been going like hotcakes at the fly shop.

49:10 – Nature’s Spirit has the best deer hair. Hareline, Wapsi and other big suppliers are where Charlie gets most of his tying products.

51:20 – Here’s the Kelly Galloup Podcast where we talked about the porn name flies including the Two Bit Hooker.

53:30 – The Morning Wood Special is another great name for a fly.

57:05 – We talk about the Norm Woods Special who was a longtime guide on the Deschutes.

57:40 – Jack Dennis and Jack’s book were influences for Charlie. Here’s a quick Jack Dennis video.

I talked with one of my biggest influences, Gene Shropshire in episode 165. Gene was the person who showed me how to tie a good dry fly as well as the guitar!

1:04:50 – Nikon D70 and a 40 mm macro lens are the gear Charlie uses to put together his great pics on Instagram.

1:08:05 – Keep an eye out for the Tying Streamers: Essential Flies and Techniques for the Top Patterns which has been the big project for Charlie.

You can find Charlie at Charlie’s Fly Box Inc.

Top 10 Fly Tying Tips

Make every wrap count and see how little dubbing you can get away with on a fly.
If you are into fly fishing then buy the best vice you can at the start.
Vice, Scissors, Bobbin and Whip finisher are basic tools
If spinning hair, use a much bigger clump of hair than you think.
use 1/2 the dubbing you think is needed.
Make every wrap count – no extra wraps
Wrap tight so the hook begins to bend
Don’t leave without a humpy or parachute adams
For the humpy – Build the wings first on the pattern.
Use the correct thread for the job

Resources Noted in the Show

Charlie Craven’s Basic Fly Tying Book

The Nikon D70

Tying Streamers: Essential Flies and Techniques for the Top Patterns

Videos Noted in the Show

The parachute adam video

The Mole Fly

Podcasts Noted in this Episode

Bruce Chard Podcast:

Mike Mercer Podcast:

Kelly Galloup Podcast:

Conclusion with Charlie Craven

Charlie Craven breaks out some killer fly tying tips with a focus on those getting started. Find out how he chooses good materials and how to know what junk deer hair looks like. Charlie’s been doing this for a long time so hope you enjoy the resource if you are new to it all.

Giant Tarpon Fly Fishing Success with Bruce Chard (WFS 124)

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March 3, 2020

Bruce Chard breaks down Giant Tarpon Fly Fishing today on the podcast. Bruce is a longtime guide out in the Florida area and shares his best tips and tricks to bring in the massive tarpon monsters.

To be honest, we didn’t even come close to covering it all but did go a little deep on some juicy topics. Bruce goes deep into how you present the fly for tarpon, the tarpon toad and whether you can DIY your way to tarpon. Baby tarpon might be your best chance to DIY a few tarpon to the fly.

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Tarpon Fly Fishing Show Notes with Bruce Chard

06:30 – I gave a shoutout to Justin at CBFlyFishing on Instagram who had a few questions about guiding and making a business out of it all.

07:00 – Bruce’s best tip to be a guide is to go to the IFTD show and meet everyone.

10:20 – We talked about ICAST and the Florida Fly Fishing show. Bruce notes that Denver is a great hub for the IFTD show and why everyone loves to go more to Denver than to Florida.

11:30 – Rick Saez was on the podcast from the Outdoor Biz Podcast here and noted the connection of fly fishing to the broader outdoor niche.

13:40 – Jim Teeny was on the podcast way back in episode 5 and said Tarpon was the one species he would for.

55:50 – I noted Lebron James and we talked about the similarities to Tarpon fishing. Here’s a quick video for Lebron’s highlights.

59:10 – The G Loomis NRX rod for tarpon is huge and what Bruce recommneds. Goto the local shows and test out the rod first.

59:40 – The Airflo Bruce Chard Tropical Punch line along with Hatch Reels are what Bruce uses for tarpon.

1:08:20- We talk about the tarpon toad and the Palolo Worm Fly plus a few others tips are noted here.

1:11:30 – Here is a video where Bruce describes the leader formula.

Here’s the blog post where Bruce breaks it all down at Hatch.

You can find Bruce here BruceChard.com

Tarpon Fly Fishing Resources Noted in the Show

Airflo Bruce Chard Tropical Punch line

G Loomis NRX

Tarpon Fly Fishing Videos from the Show

Bruce shares his leader formula

The Tarpon Toad Fly Tying Tutorial

The Lebron James Highlight Reel

Tarpon Fly Fishing Conclusion with Bruce Chard

Bruce Chard shares some great tips for tarpon with a focus on giant tarpon. Snook Alley, how to find aggressive tarpon, and how to reel in a tarpon or a few of the hot topics we cover today on the podcast.

Find out why you shouldn’t use the tarpon as a target and how you can entice the fish and understand where and when the fish is going to hit. I could have gone 3 hours on this one so I guess we’ll need a little time on the water to clarify more.

Pyramid Lake Fishing with Denis Isbister – Wild Fish Wild Places TV Show

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February 27, 2020

I sat down with Denis Isbister who is the host of the TV show Wild Fish Wild Places which has been running for 12 years now. Denis is a Pyramid Lake expert and breaks down the greatness of Pyramid and the monster Lahontan Cutthroat trout that cruise the lake.

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Fishing at Pyramid Lake Show Notes

12:15 – Kelly Galloup was on the podcast here and talked about the influence of bass on his flies and fishing.

15:20 – We talk about Brian from Got Fishing who is our other partner in the giveaway and was on the podcast here.

25:50 – You can find the ladder chair at Crosby Lodge.

32:40 – The popcorn beettle is the goto pattern on Pyramid Lake.

38:30 – Mike Anderson from the Reno Fly Shop is a great resource for Pyramid Lake.

41:00 – The Paiute Tribe is the local tribe the manages Pyramid Lake.

42:30 – We are going to put up the winner at the Pyramid Lake Lodge.

44:00 – Phil Rowley was on the podcast in episode 34 and is the guy behind the booby fly pattern.

53:30 – We talk about Monic fly lines and the coating discussion.

1:00:00 – Safari Club International was noted and is another partner with Denis and Wild Fish Wild Places.

1:01:30 – The vampire fish trip was a favorite for Denis but they have some big stuff coming up this year. Here’s a link to Amazon Prime where you can check it out.

1:04:30 – The New FlyFisher youtube channel is a great resource. Colin McKeown was on the podcast in episode 84 here.

1:10:00 – Disturbed is one of Denis’ goto metal bands. Here’s a little video.

You can find Denis at Wild Fish Wild Places.

Resources Noted in the Show

The Ladder Chair

Videos Noted in the Show

The popcorn beettle

The Booby Fly

Disturbed

Fishing at Pyramid Lake Conclusion with Denis Isbister

I had Denis Isbister on to dig into Pyramid Lake and the big giveaway we have going right now. Denis has been fishing Pyramid for a long time so provides some great tips and insight here. He’s also the host of the TV show Wild Fish Wild Places.

Echo Full Spey Rod Unboxing Video and Review for the 13′ #8 Fly Rod

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February 26, 2020

In todays video I show you what the 13′ #8 Echo Full Spey looks like out of the box. This is the perfect all around spey rod of you are just starting out or been doing if for a while and need something that can cast heavy flies and heavy tips.

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Links Noted in the Show

You can purchase this rod from our local fly shop here and receive a free line if you purchase today.

(This video walks you through the process of purchasing from the Gorge Fly Shop)

Click here to listen to my podcast with Mariusz Wroblewski who designs the Echo Spey Rods.

Here’s a link to the Echo Rod Breaking video.

Conclusion for the Echo Full Spey

This video gives you a quick view of what the Echo Full Spey Fly Rod looks like. Stay tuned until the end to see if I can break the rod with my own hands?

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 (You also get a free spey line if you pickup the Echo Spey). By the way, the 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.

WFS 123 – Mariusz Wroblewski – Choosing a Two Handed Fly Rod, Winter Steelhead, Spey Casting, Kamchatku, Echo, Skeena

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February 25, 2020

I had a great chat with Mariusz Wroblewski who is a big name in steelhead conservation, spey casting and rod development. Mariusz breaks down the exact two handed fly rod you need for winter steelhead for large and small rivers. We also cover the details of the right skagit line for the job.

We talk about the Triple density line and how to line your spey rod correctly based on the line and sink tip length and weight. We also jump into what Kamchatku has to offer and how steelhead is so different than the lower 48.

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Show Notes on Choosing a Two Handed Fly Rod

04:50 – Derek Brown, Simon Gawesworth and others were hosted on the Penoy River while Mariusz was working there.

05:50 – Mariusz works for the Wild Salmon Center. The Kola Peninsula and the Penoy River was the period of time that helped Mariusz get into conservation.

07:10 – Skeena Wild is a group doing big things for conservation in Canada.

08:00 – John McMillan was on the podcast here and talked about the status of steelhead around the Pacific Rim.

18:50 – Mariusz noted the Airflo FIST line with a 13 foot spey rod as the perfect rod for winter steelhead.

21:10 – We talk about the FIST as a great triple density skagit line but also having a single density line with you like the Airflo G2.

22:20 – The Airflo G2 line is a great single density to use when you need to go a little lighter.

23:20 – T14 and T11 are the must have sinking tips you need for winter steelhead. You can check out the 10 foot Flo Tips here.

30:20 – Here’s the Airflo line chart via Rajeff Sports that helps you choose a line.

39:20 – The RAGE Compact line is a very good line for the Deschutes in the Wind. I use it on my 6 weight 12′ 6″ Echo Swing Two Handed Rod.

40:15 – Tom Larimer was on the podcast in episode 11 and had a funny story about the RAGE line.

44:00 – The Fly Shop in Redding puts together all of the trips for Kamchatka

44:20 – Utkholk River and Zhupanova River are two of the main streams that Mauriusz works in out of Russia.

54:10 – Dec Hogan’s Modern Spey Casting and the Passion for Steelhead are two of the great resources for steelhead.

59:20 – The Silvenator is the goto winter steelhead fly and the Steelhead Coachman is the goto summer steelhead pattern.

1:15:20 – We talk about the Deschutes River Alliance which is a group that Mariusz supports.

You can find Mariusz at the Wild Salmon Center here.

Resources Noted in the Show

Modern Spey Casting with Dec Hogan

Airflo Flo Sink Tips for Winter Steelhead

Airflo/Echo line Recommendation

Video Noted in the Show

The Zhupanova River Video

The Silvenator Fly Tying Video

Conclusion on Choosing a Two Handed Fly Rod with Mariusz Wroblewski

This was a challenging interview because Mariusz has so much knowledge with steelhead conservation, Kamchatku, spey casting and rod design. We dug into all of these topics including the effect of Vladimir Putin on the Steelhead work they are doing.

And if you’re interested in the right spey rod for steelhead, Click here to see the Echo Spey Rod that has helped me improve my spey cast and find more steelhead at a super reasonable cost (Mariusz noted the 8130 for winter steelhead). 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.

WFS 122 – The Outdoor Biz Podcast with Rick Saez – Adventure, Podcasting, Outdoor Retailer Show, IFTD

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February 20, 2020

I connected with Rick Saez to talk about the Outdoor Biz Podcast and some tips to help you find out more about building a business in the outdoor space. Rick is helping outdoor adventure businesses get into podcasting through his online courses.

We hear about how Rick started at the bottom and worked his way up through the business via multiple companies along the way. Tons of shoutouts to companies in people in the outdoor and fly fishing industries. It was a fun chat to BS about the outdoors with Rick.

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Show Notes with Rick Saez

02:30 – Eagle Creek, Dana Design, Umpqua Feather Merchants and Low Pro were all companies that Rick worked with before starting the Outdoor Biz Podcast.

03:30 – Tim Ferris is one of Rick’s favorite podcast and one of the reasons that Rick jumped into podcasting.

07:40 – Fishpond, Far Bank, Tom Sadler, and Korkers have all been on the podcast with Rick. I had Tom Sadler on the podcast here in episdoe 98.

09:04 – You can check out some of the resources that Rick offers to help you start your own podcast.

12:50 – The Outdoor Retailer Show is a great event to attend if you want to network.

14:00 – Snews and the Voice Magazine was noted here in relation to new companies in the outdoor industry.

19:45 – I missed Rick who was at IFTD this year. Rick describes what the Outdoor Retailer Show is like after 20 years.

21:30 – We talk about the hosted trips that I’m doing with guides and lodges from guests I’ve had on the podcast.

27:00 – Gregg Bleakney is a good example of someone who quit the day job for the outdoor biz.

27:50 – Elliott Adler was on the podcast in episode 54 and talked about starting your podcast.

27:20 – The Wild Ideas Podcast got picked up by REI.

31:20 – Kelly Galloup was on the podcast in episode 52 to talk about streamers.

34:15 – I noted the upcoming hosted steelhead trip to the OP. You can check out the trip here and get more information here.

34:50 – I interviewed Frank Moore here about the North Umpqua.

39:10 – The Colorado Tear Drop episode was the most popular episode for Rick to this point.

40:00 – I noted Rent This Rod who was on the the podcast.

42:00 – We talk about overlanding and what it’s all about. Maybe we need an overlanding guest like the AdventurePortal.com who covers all of this stuff and can explain the benefits.

43:15 – Roof Nest Tents were noted here and part of the overlanding groups out there.

49:30 – MontBell pillow or the Thermarest chair kit are our luxury hiking items.

52:30 – Tim Ferris and Entrepreneurs on Fire along with Channel Mastery Podcasts are all goto’s for Rick.

56:40 – The Croatia podcast workshop is a new resource.

You can find Rick here.

Resources Noted in the Show

The Wild Ideas Podcast

Here’s the Thermarest Chair I Love

Videos Noted in the Show

Frank Moore was on the podcast

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Conclusion with Rick Saez

I had a fun chat with Rick Saez who is the host of the Outdoor Biz Podcast. We hear what a life in the outdoor industry feels like including what it’s like to lose your job and find the next big thing in the outdoor industry.

WFS 121 – Classic Wet Flies & Fly Tying with Fred Klein – Ray Bergman, American Angler, Brook Trout, Maine, Davie McPhail

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February 18, 2020

Fred Klein breaks down some great tips on tying classic wet flies and sheds some light on the history of wet flies. He is the Grizzly king on Instagram and is breaking out beautiful pics for everyone to see out there.

Fred talks about the history of classic flies and some of the great books you can check out. We also touch on brook trout and some of the flies that Fred uses. Don’t miss this as Fred describes the 6 top must have books for classic flies.

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Classic Wet Flies Show Notes

06:50 – Ray Bergman was the editor for Outdoor Life. The Book Trout from 1938 was Ray’s biggest book with flies from pre WWII era.

20:00 – Grizzly King Fly on instagram is Fred’s main outlet where he shares all of his over 350 custom wet fly patterns.

23:40 – We talk about the pathfinder as seen on Ray Bergman’s book and tied here by Fred. Fred describes a little about wet wings and how to tie them correctly.

26:16 – The Silver Doctor has a married wing and can be seen below. Died goose is very typical for this fly pattern.

27:00 – Fred is an ambassador for Partridge Hooks

42:00 – The Parmachene Bell was noted here and on the podcast with John Shewey in episode 16.

42:15 – NW Fly Fishing Magazine and Classic Steelhead Flies are both products from John Shewey.

46:00 – Here is the Harliquin below from Ray Bergman’s book and on Instagram through Fred’s feed.

50:30 – Joseph Bates, Leonard and Carrie Stevens were all big names back in the day with a focus on classic flies.

51:36 – Piscator Flies and Darren MacEachern was behind Streamers 365 which was a huge project that was well known around the fly tying interweb.

52:50 – The Alexadra fly and Carrie Stevens Boston Blackie which is an unknown fly but are Fred’s goto flies for brook trout.

54:50 – The must read books are as follows:

58:40 – Davie McPhail is one of the best fly tyers for classic wet and dry flies. You can check out Davie McPhail’s youtube channel here.

1:03:00 – HMH Vises were noted here as one of Fred’s goto vices.

Here’s what HMH stands for as described on the HMH website:

“Most of you know that HMH stands for Hunter’s Multi Head, for the interchangeable jaw capability on the vise we use. But there is another meaning to HMH too. At the time Bill Hunter made the vises, his (original) fly shop started in his house’s parlor on Valley View Lane in New Boston NH, his assembly shop was in his basement, and fly tying classes held were held in the attic. Class members enjoyed lunch in Simone’s kitchen. As you can imagine, the house was busy. I believe Stan Bogdan (of reel fame) coined the true meaning of HMH when he said it stood for Hunter’s Mad House.”

1:07:20 – The Quack Doctor was discussed here in relation to mylar and other silver and gold tinsels.

1:09:00 – Here’s a link to the new Tesla Truck. Leave a comment or send me a lighting bolt emoji with the truck if you like the look of this baby?

You can find Fred Klein at Grizzle King Fly on Instagram.

Resources Noted in the Show

The 6 Must Have Classic Fly Books:

Thaddeus Norris: The American Angler

2. Charles Orvis: Fishing with a fly from 1883

3. Favorite Flies and their History by Mary Orvis Marbury

4. Trout by Ray Bergman

5. Flies: 2200 by Leonard

6. Streamers and Bucktails by Joseph Bates

Classic Wet Flies Videos

Here’s a Classic Davie McPhail Video

The Alexandra Wet Fly

Classic Wet Flies Conclusion with Fred Klein

Fred Klein shares some of his best classic wet flies and the resources to help you get started. He talks about the importance of thread size, why he loves Davie McPhail and why you should follow him. The Quack Doctor, Ray Bergman, Mary Orvis and a ton of great classic topics today on the show.

Fly Fishing Giveaway to Pyramid Lake with Brian Oakland – Got Fishing, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout

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February 13, 2020

I talked to Brian Oakland from Got Fishing to talk about the big Giveaway for the Pyramid Lake Fishing Trip. The Giveaway launched this week along with Dennis from Wild Fish Wild Places. Brian Sheds some light on Pyramid Lake and why it’s such a big destination in North American and how you might catch a 20 lb trout.

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Show Notes for the Pyramid Lake Fishing Giveaway

04:20 – We talked about how Got Fishing is different from Yellow Dog and who Brian caters to with Got Fishing.

08:30 – Here’s the video that shows what ladder fishing at Pyramid Lake is all about. Brian clarifies why they use ladders at Pyramid and other techniques to find monster trout at an amazing location.

08:30 – I noted the giveaway where you can find it at wetflyswing.com/giveway. This will always be the new location for giveaways going into the future and we should have 3 more big giveaways this year.

11:10 – Phil Rowley broke down balanced leaches and stillwater tips on the podcast in episode 34 here.

15:50 – We talk about Dennis and the Wild Fish Wild Places TV show where he travels around the world fishing some of the greatest destinations on the planet.

16:20 – Brian notes AdamsBuilt Fishing as one of our bonus companies that is providing

29:30 – Mike at the Reno Fly Shop can take care of you. There are a few podcasts on Pyramid Lake including the Barbless Podcast.

39:55 – Jurassic Lake is another destination trip coming up this year for Brian and Got Fishing.

You can find Brian at GotFishing.com.

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Top 10 Fly Tying Tips

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