Welcome to the Fly Fishing Insider Podcast, your gateway to the captivating world of fly fishing. Hosted by Christian Bacasa, our podcast aims to share intriguing stories, valuable tips, and insights from significant contributors to the sport of fly fishing.

In one of our recent episodes, we had the pleasure of hosting Tanner Barbeau, a prominent guide from Colorado. Tanner’s journey in fly fishing is a testament to the transformative allure of the sport. His story is not just about catching different species of fish, but about realizing the essence of the experience, the tranquility of the environment, and the inherent bonding and learning that come with every fishing trip.

Sinking fly lines are a vital part of the fly fishing Think about it…why is it so important for your nymphs to get deep and to the bottom?  It’s the same premise with your streamers. I want to look...

Sinking fly lines are designed to help anglers get their flies down to the desired depth in the water column. Unlike floating lines, which have a uniform density, sinking lines have varying densities that affect their sink rate and performance. One of the factors that determines the density of a sinking line is its grain weight.

Fly fishing is a delicate art that requires the right balance of equipment, technique, and knowledge. One of the critical components of this balance is weight.  I’ve mentioned it before but the most common mistake of anglers is not getting deep enough and deep enough fast enough. In this blog post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of various fly fishing weights and their specific applications.

Fly fishing leaders are typically misunderstood.  There really are only a few key components to think about when building one.  However, it is critical to have the correct leader for the job so you can be effective with the style and technique you are pursuing.  Here I'll provide several examples that are common in fly fishing and how they are typically built. Then I will show a distinct diagram of each fly fishing leader type I have come to prefer after a lot of trial and error. Among the various techniques, six stand out for their effectiveness and the opportunity they provide to discuss leader formulas: Dry Fly, Emerger, Streamer, Indicator, 90 Degree Indicator, Bounce Rig, and Euro Nymphing.

Fly fishing, has become popularized again. The first big run was around “A River Runs Through It,” and has recently hit a second long-stride with the COVID debacle we all dealt with. Those that are new and old can often revisit the very basics.  When we discuss the basics of fly fishing, you can broadly categorize the hobby into contact and non-contact styles. Here's an explanation of each.  In the meantime, here is a player so you can listen to the fly fishing scenes choreographer.

When I was new to fly fishing I recall having a ton of questions about when, where, what, etc. I was always wading through the junk online to get to the best content. If you're looking for informative YouTube videos on fly fishing, here are some top recommendations that answer a variety of questions on the topic.

For a ton of fly fishing anglers trout is where it starts. Some will progress and get into other species and then one day you will want to go saltwater fishing. Saltwater fly fishing is an entirely different game. The fish are absolute beasts in comparison to freshwater fish. They are powerful, ferocious eaters and will test your metal.  I’ve seen experienced anglers and beginners go to salt and the results vary greatly but don’t always align as you would think.

I live in Utah and I get to go saltwater fly fishing a few times a year.  I like to feel that I get better every time and it has taken a while but in comparison to someone who is around it all the time, I’m sure my skills are a bit lower.  Here are tips that I’ve picked up from all kinds of experts along the way and I know these fly fishing tips for saltwater will certainly make your next trip better.

When you start saltwater fly fishing, you might find yourself in a sea of confusion. This glossary throws you a linguistic life raft, packed with the essential terms to conquer the jargon.