Author: johnnysain

First Look With MidCurrent: Cheeky Burst Fly Reel

"Ted Upton from Cheeky Fishing shares with us the all new Cheeky Burst fly reel."

First Look With MidCurrent: Greys Lance Fly Rod

"Jake Fischenich from Greys shares with us the new Greys Lance rod, which was named Best Inexpensive Tailwater Rod by Yellowstone Angler."

Farm Field Brook Trout: Conservation in West Virginia

"Brook trout are native to the eastern and the upper Midwest region of the US and are the state fish for 9 US states, the most of any fish species. So not only are they wide spread, but they also are loved by the anglers and people who call these areas home. But unfortunately, for some areas within the brook trout’s native range, their populations are...

My Favorite Saltwater Flies: Lesson 1

"Lesson 1 kicks off with an easy baitfish pattern that uses some simple techniques to build a highly visible fly for snook, redfish, and baby tarpon."

The Wet Daddy

"Here's a cheeky wee number that can do great work in a decent wind at the back end of the fishing year."

Favorite Fall Wet Fly

"This is a variation of the Partridge and Orange, and it’s my favorite to use in the fall for both brook trout and landlocked salmon on my trout spey rod, swinging it through the current. However, that’s just what I use it for here in Maine, and it’s a well-known and successful pattern that I’m sure you can use to catch more species."

Catching Marble Trout Out of Mid-Air: Fly Fishing Slovenia

"Have you ever seen fish take flies out of mid-air?"

The Biggest Beginner Fly Fishing Mistakes (And How To Fix Them)

"There's a lot of trial and error that goes into learning to fly fish, especially if you're doing it on your own. Today's show breaks down four of the most common beginner fly fishing mistakes, and how to fix them, so you can quickly improve your skills and have a better chance at putting more fish in the net."