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How To Build a Fly Box That Works on Any River | Ep. 183
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Episode How To Build a Fly Box That Works on Any River | Ep. 183
Do you have a fly box that's full of go-to patterns for your local creek? And maybe another one that's stuffed with all the right flies for the tailwater you visit a few times a year?
And let's be honest for a sec — when's the last time you used EVERY fly in those boxes? How many of those patterns are there mostly for emotional support? Or do they just weigh down your pack and make it hard to find the pattern you're looking for?
I think the secret to a good fly box isn't variety of patterns. Instead, it's about hitting every life cycle stage of the major insects — midges, mayflies, caddis, and stoneflies. A few imitations of each are all I often reach for in about 90% of trout fishing situations.
So today on Untangled, I'll share more about this approach to picking flies and stocking your box, so you can hit the water without hauling an entire fly shop along with you.
You'll also learn about:
• The wet wading gear we recommend • Why some flies work better in some places than other flies do • The importance of caddisflies for trout around the globe • Some tips on improving your dry fly presentation
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- https://vfc.media/fieldguide
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