The Brackish Fly The Brackish Fly

Chances are, you've heard a fly fisher talk about how they want to go to Alaska to try their luck at the multitude of species that call the largest state in the US home. From Salmon to Trout, on to grayling and others, the state boast an impressive lineup of bucket list species. Join host Jeff Jones as he talks with Austin Jones about his recent trip to the Kenai Peninsula in pursuit of a few of the fantastic fish that inhabit the rivers and streams there.

Matt Charette walks us through the design process for a modern fishing and recreational kayak. Matt is the key designer for the Vibe Makana 100 which released in early 2023. To see the Makana in action and to follow Matt, check out these links.  https://instagram.com/rural.fisherman?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=

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If you've ever wanted to catch Suwannee bass, this is the episode for you. Tim Bonvechio goes into great detail on their life habits, food sources, and even a few places to catch them. 

Todd has been a fly junky for many years. He holds the 4lb tippet world record for spotted bass. 

Panther Branch Bugs owner, Brandon Bailes, sits down and talks fly fishing small creeks, fly rods, and of course tying some of his awesome fly patterns. Be sure to check out PBB on Instagram and grab a few flies to support a local Alabama business. https://www.instagram.com/panther_branch_bugs/?hl=en http://thefiberglassmanifesto.blogspot.com/2016/05/panther-branch-bugs-minnie-mouse.html?m=1

Matt Lewis is literally the guy that wrote the book on fly fishing for redeye bass. Any quick google search for redeyes and you’re sure to come across Matt’s name many times. Living in the Auburn, AL area, he is right smack in the middle of several different species of redeye. This episode delves into the issues related to redeye bass, as well as how to catch them, and how we can help conserve the species for our future generations.