Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.

Fly rods are really important -- they're what we use to put flies in front of fish, and they help us make those flies look real, after all. But how much do you REALLY know about fly rods? Can you explain what the core features are that separate good ones from not-so-great ones? Today on Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through the key features he's found most anglers either don't know about, or misunderstand, and why they influence how your fly rod performs. 
You'll also learn about: 
How to learn about the different aquatic insects that trout eat
How to build confidence in your skills out on the water
Tips for casting more effectively when throwing an indicator and nymphs or streamers on your fly rod
LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Watch the Fly Selection Master Class - CHECK IT OUT
How to Roll Cast and Water Load - CHECK IT OUT
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It's February! That means things are changing a bit on the fly fishing front, and we've got you covered. With this month's Untangled Fly Fishing Report, you'll learn about what bugs are most active in February, the best flies to match those hatches, and some tips and tricks for the different conditions you'll run into this time of year. 
LINKS FROM THE SHOW
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Get the FREE Year-Round Hatch Chart - CHECK IT OUT
Browse VFC's February Flies - CHECK THEM OUT

Have you ever wondered just how effective fly fishing from a drift boat is? Are float trips worth the money? Do you ACTUALLY catch more fish from a boat, or do you only catch them in front of wading anglers who rarely, if ever, get to float the river? 
All those questions - and more - will be answered on this episode of Untangled. Alex Stulce joins Spencer Durrant to talk about the pros and cons of wade fishing vs fishing from a boat, and a bunch of stories are shared just for good measure. You'll end the show with a firm idea of what style of fishing best matches your goals out on the water. 
You'll also learn about: 
How light and temperature impact fish
How Spencer and Alex would rig up for and fish a small pond with off-color water
How to fly fish rivers with restrictions on your tackle 
LINKS FROM THE SHOW
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VIDEO - How We Fish: Nymphing - CHECK IT OUT

Do you need to tie picture-perfect flies in order to catch fish? Or should you focus on tying them to be a bit "buggy" (which is fly-fisher for "messy)? 
Today on Untangled, Spencer Durrant walks you through why most fly tiers are too hard on themselves - especially beginners - and the few things fish actually care about when deciding to eat your fly. 
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Is fly tying worth the cost and the hassle? Sure, you can tie up specific, custom flies, but wouldn't it just be cheaper to buy flies instead? Well, maybe, but we shouldn't really worry about economics here, because if fly fishing were based on good financial decisions, none of us would be doing it. 
Instead, you shoudl think about the on-the-water benefits you'll get from tying your own flies. You WILL become a better angler by tying. The question utlimately comes down to how much you want to improve. This week on Untangled, you'll learn how and why fly tying can improve your skills. 
You'll also learn about: 
How to tell if a new fly rod is the right one for you
The different characertistics to look for when buying fly rods
The value of swinging flies at the end of your drift, and the role soft hackles have in fly fishing
Why Spencer never uses split shot on dry-dropper rigs, and avoids it as much as possible anywhere else
LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Browse the VFC Tying Packs - CHECK THEM OUT
VIDEO - Beginner Fly Tying Masterclass - WATCH IT NOW
Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT
QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE
#LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE