Brad Smith on Basics of Fly Fishing Outdoors Initiative Podcast

There are many ways to catch a fish, but fly fishing is definitely one of the hardest and most rewarding ways to do so. If you have ever wanted to try it, but weren't sure where to start today's episode has you covered.

Since I am far from an expert on the matter, I invited Brad Smith of Walton Rods onto the show. Where I have only been at it for a year, he has been casting flies for over a decade.

Brad is an avid fly fisherman, outdoor writer, and all around great person. He has fished from coast to coast, and even off the coast to test his skills. I probe his brain on just about everything anyone could ask about fly fishing.

Today's Topics:


Differences between traditional fishing and fly fishing
Differences types of rods and reels
Choosing your first combo
Setting up a fly fishing rod
Casting techniques
Different flies and selecting the right one
Hook sets and fighting fish
Brad's top fish species to target and locations

Resources:

Walton Rods

Fly Line Knots: Surgeons, Perfection Loop, Clinch, Loop-to-Loop

IOTW: Gerber MP400 Compact Sport Multi-Pliers

Music: "Coffee" by Josh Woodward. Free Download: joshwoodward.com