Stop Changing Flies. Fix THIS Instead. | Ep. 154
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
Release Date: 11/19/2025
Untangled Fly Fishing Report: January 2026
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
This is the first-ever bonus episode of Untangled! Starting in 2026, we're dropping two episodes of your favorite fly fishing podcast every week! And this first episode is a new format we'd love some feedback on. At the start of each month, we're going to do a monthly fly fishing report. You'll learn what bugs are active, how to fish that month, tips and tricks for dealing with water conditions, and the fly patterns we recommend. Not every episode of our extra show will follow this format. Some weeks will be interviews, others will be deep-dives into one topic, and others will be...
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The Fish That Taught Us the Most in 2025 | Ep. 160
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
Every angler loves a good fishing story, even if we tend to stretch the truth sometimes. But those stories are good for more than just reliving old times. You can learn A TON from your best catches, including exactly where and how you can improve. So, this week on Untangled, Spencer shares some stories (from VFC team and Skool members) about the best fish of 2025, and the lessons learned along the way. You'll also hear about: How to tell if you're setting the hook too early or too late How to improve your hook set to lose fewer fish Why super-cheap fly rod combos generally aren't worth...
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Fly Fishing Exposes Your Ego (And That’s a Good Thing) | Ep. 159
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
Have you ever had one of those days on the water where nothing seems to go right? You can't tie a decent knot, you lose all your flies, and you end up not catching fish? When it gets rough like that, what do you blame? Nature? Yourself? Your answer to that quesiton likely exposes the kind of angler you are, and can help you learn how to become an even better one. This week on Untangled, Spencer shares stories and tips about the times his ego has gotten in the way of catching fish, and how you can avoid that same problem. You'll also learn about: Why certain fly lines perform...
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The #1 Reason Trout Don’t Eat Your Fly | Ep. 158
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
There are a whole lot of reasons a fish won't eat your fly. Maybe you picked the wrong one, or you wore the wrong socks today. Or you forgot your semi-annual offering of used zebra midges for the river gods. In all seriousness, there's often a much simpler reason fish aren't eating your fly: you've spooked them. This week on Untangled, you'll learn about how you end up spooking fish, even if you don't mean to, and a few tips for avoiding that. You'll also learn about: How certain fly rods are designed for use in certain situations, and what you can expect when buying a 10'...
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7 Sneaky Good Winter Flies You Should Be Fishing | Ep. 157
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
There's no NEED to stock your fly box full of hundreds of patterns, all in dozens of different sizes. Sometimes, though, a slightly different fly from what everyone else is using is just the trick to put more -- or larger -- fish in the net. This week on Untangled, you'll learn about 7 underrated fly patterns that we turn to when we need to change things up. You'll also learn about: How to handle long stretches of getting skunked continuously, and how to grow from that How to match a fly line to your fly rod, based on what type of fishing you're doing Whether you should still fish with...
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The Biggest Nymphing Breakthroughs Nobody Talks About | Ep. 156
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
80% of a fish's diet is underwater, which means nymphing is a crazy effective way to put fish in the net. So, this week on Untangled, Spencer and Alex share everything they learned while filming their Nymphing Master Class. From insight on why fly pattern doesn't matter, to tips on picking the right strike indicator, you'll leave this episode ready to put all these tips into practice out on the water. LINKS FROM THE SHOW Join the VFC Online Community - QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - #LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - VIDEO - Nymphing Master Class -
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Fly Fishing Gear That’s A WASTE Of Money | Ep. 155
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
What gear do you ACTUALLY need for fly fishing? And what stuff is just a waste of money? Sure, that fancy reel looks nice, and you'd probably look just like Indiana Jones in that hat. But will that stuff help you put more fish in the net? Or will it just drain your wallet? This week on Untangled, you'll learn about the gear that Spencer thinks isn't worth the cash, AND you'll get a detailed list of the essential items for your time out on the water. You'll also learn about: Tips for pre-tying leader onto flies to make it easier to rig up on the water How to set up a...
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Stop Changing Flies. Fix THIS Instead. | Ep. 154
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
Fish, especially trout, really don't care about your fly pattern. Alright, A FEW fish do. The pickiest ones, and every single trout in the Henry's Fork. But most fish care WAY more about how the fly is presented, than whether you picked the exact perfect fly. This week on Untangled, you'll learn why presentation matters FAR MORE than pattern, and a few tips for perfecting how the fish see your fly. You'll also learn about: How to react when fish start jumping out of the water on lakes, and the rigs for fishing to them How to get your flies deep in the water without split...
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Fly Fishing With Streamers: The Beginner’s Guide | Ep. 153
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
The world of fly fishing with streamers is full of weird terminology, interesting tactics, and new techniques. That makes picking it up, especially as a beginner fly angler, a bit challenging. Here's the truth, though -- streamer fishing is A LOT simpler than it appears. If you can catch fish on dry flies and nymphs, you've already got most of the skills you need! This week on Untangled, you'll get a crash course in fly fishing with streamers. From casting to setting the hook, you'll end the show ready to hit the water with confidence! You'll also learn about: Why you should...
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What to Do When the Fishing Sucks | Ep. 152
Untangled: Fly Fishing For Everyone | Ventures Fly Co.
You've picked a great fly, found some wonderful water, and made tons of good drifts through fishy-looking water. Everything is coming together -- except for the whole catching fish thing. So, what do you do on days like this, when NOTHING you do makes the fish notice your flies? When the fishing sucks, what's the play? Well, this week on Untangled, you'll learn how Spencer and Alex approach these tough days, and tips you can use the next time the river throws you a curveball. You'll also learn about: VFC's new 6-weight fly rod release, and other products in the pipeline Why we...
info_outlineFish, especially trout, really don't care about your fly pattern. Alright, A FEW fish do. The pickiest ones, and every single trout in the Henry's Fork. But most fish care WAY more about how the fly is presented, than whether you picked the exact perfect fly.
This week on Untangled, you'll learn why presentation matters FAR MORE than pattern, and a few tips for perfecting how the fish see your fly.
You'll also learn about:
- How to react when fish start jumping out of the water on lakes, and the rigs for fishing to them
- How to get your flies deep in the water without split shot
- How to cast nymph rigs with split shot on them
- How to find the right depth for nymphing, no matter what river you're fishing
LINKS FROM THE SHOW
Get the FREE Year-Round Hatch Chart - CHECK IT OUT
Join the VFC Online Community - CHECK IT OUT
QUESTIONS FOR THE SHOW - SUBMIT HERE
#LIVEREELLIFE MOMENT - SUBMIT HERE
VIDEO - How to Cast Indicators, Split Shot, and Double Nymph Rigs - CHECK IT OUT