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  @JoelFishes2 күн бұрын

  This is great stuff, Mike. Enjoyable water, looks really pleasant. Not looking for location of this creek in particular, just wondering if you're more north central or 'greater Bend region' central? I fish further west, just like seeing what's in the central part of the state. Cheers.

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeКүн бұрын

  Thanks. I was really struck by how clear the water was. More north central I would say. Definitely not the greater Bend region.

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  @JoelFishesКүн бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike Good to know :) I live along the big river up north but closer to town. Again, not a spot stealer, just always wondering what different areas look like. Cheers man, definitely subbed for another cool Oregon flyguy.

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  @erickolp43986 күн бұрын

  Hi. Newbie here, how often do you find yourself changing flies? This is a whole new world to me!

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeКүн бұрын

  When euro-nymphing? The main reason for changing is to change the weight of the fly rather than to change the pattern. Each run or pool may require different weights from the previous spot to get the right drift. I think 80% of success is getting the right drift where the fish are. Changing weights lets you do that. The other 20% of success may be related to the fly pattern so I'll change patterns when I'm not getting takes in spots where I know there should be fish. Hope this helps!

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  @chrisdobson74056 күн бұрын

  Why would you fish for microfish

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  @FlyFishingWithMike6 күн бұрын

  Why not?

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  @fishingwithScotto7 күн бұрын

  Nice video and great fishing - I just returned as well and always regret not staying for two weeks ;-)

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 күн бұрын

  Thanks for watching. 2 weeks would be nice. I'm headed back in a couple of weeks. Been tying lots of aphlexo crabs.

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  @beritbutschy48077 күн бұрын

  does the creek start with a W???

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 күн бұрын

  It does not but now I'm curious.

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  @markriggins37221 күн бұрын

  Mike I’d like to chat sometime about the small stream and creeks in coast range and cascades. I’m also a small stream junkie with euro rod.

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  @marktunstill907624 күн бұрын

  I’ve been to Christmas twice, can’t wait to go back.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike20 күн бұрын

  I'm headed back in a month. Can't wait. What lodges have you stayed out?

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  @marktunstill907620 күн бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike it was a lodge about 20 minutes from the put in at the bay. During WWII it was housing for military personnel. Our rooms were right on the ocean.

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  @johntuttle9544Ай бұрын

  Not to pick on you especially but are these really nymphs or are we fishing micro-fry patterns that tolerate a little drag once in a while which makes it look like a fry that is trying to swim to get out of the current? Think of how many bites we get on the swing or lift. I just don't find nymphs with hot spots or pink heads that look more like fry with yolk sacs or a flash of red gills etc. Just trying to have an honest intellectual conversation which may be pointless as they just work!

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  @FlyFishingWithMike29 күн бұрын

  I think the beauty of a good fly is it can be whatever the trout wants it to be. A wool bugger - is it a sculpin? Some other baitfish? Is it a leech? A stonefly nymph? A couple of years ago, Flyfisherman magazine did an article on how trout see. You can read it here: www.flyfisherman.com/editorial/how-trout-see/462183 Uptick is that at 12" things are blurry and it's not until 3" do they start seeing a little clearer. Size, shape, color and behavior they thought were key into getting the trout within 3" of the fly to decide what to do with it. Why do they put something shiny in their mouth? I heard someone say it's because they don't have hands. If they see something interesting, they put it in their mouth to check it out. Most of the time they can spit it out. If we get lucky and they take our fly, hopefully we set in time.

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  @kinahawi10 күн бұрын

  I like your list. I’ve had great luck with the Frenchie, blue perdigon, and Caddis larva. The one I would add would be a simple Walt’s worm.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 күн бұрын

  I know a lot of people love the Walt's Worm. I have some in my boxes but it has never developed into one of my confidence flies for whatever reason. I'll have to give it a better chance.

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  @kinahawi9 күн бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike maybe it’s a regional thing. I’ve heard Lance Egan say the same thing in some of his videos. For me, it’s the blow torch. I catch a few on it, but I’ve not had the same response as other flys on your list.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike8 күн бұрын

  @kinahawi - so interesting. The blowtorch is often a fly I'll start the day with and it has worked all over the west for me. I think I need to give the Walt's Worm another chance. It fits one of my main criteria as being super fast to tie.

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  @SigmaWolfOutdoorsАй бұрын

  I'll be passing through the area . I'll give a try

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeАй бұрын

  Good luck. Let me know if water is still due to runoff

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  @Nate-nm7emАй бұрын

  great video, keep it up!

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeАй бұрын

  Thanks!

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  @FlipontheFlyАй бұрын

  Love the goal of these videos, beautiful technique and more beautiful fish Mike!

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeАй бұрын

  I appreciate the kind words. Thanks.

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  @mrjuse5470Ай бұрын

  New sub. I like your content man. Fishing small creeks is super fun. Your casting has to be spot on. The action is always good. The big fish are few and far between but they are in there and it feels good to get em.

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  @FlyFishingWithMikeАй бұрын

  Thanks for the sub! Luckily there are a lot of small creeks around here to explore!

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  @adventurfly879Ай бұрын

  Do not come to oregon and name our rivers. Just say an oregon river. Please. Social media ruins everything.

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  @seanoconnor6785Ай бұрын

  Ummm . . . he didn't name the river.

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  @69adrummer2 ай бұрын

  Great video man!! Is this worth a day or two "out of state" license?! I'm next door and would love to check it out.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike2 ай бұрын

  Thanks for checking it out. Out of state license just for this river? I'm not sure I would but...if you could make it a 2-3 day trip and add in something like the Owyhee or head towards Joseph, definitely worth it.

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  @adventurfly879Ай бұрын

  No it's not. There are way better places then this. I live near here. And I'm not just saying that. There's a lot of private property on the watershed and not as much fishable water as you think.

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  @isabelj65002 ай бұрын

  Not a bad dad at all ! Thanks for coming out for graduation

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  @ottolisle7463 ай бұрын

  Awesome video, so cool. I just got a 2wt but Ive got no idea where to use it especially near Portland. I hope I can find some awesome places like this to fish, seems like it’s hard to meet people that like fly fishing around here though

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  @FlyFishingWithMike2 ай бұрын

  Look at all of the small creeks/river up around Mt Hood. Lots of places suitable for a 2 wt out there.

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  @SigmaWolfOutdoors3 ай бұрын

  I did it last year...dry or die ..

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  @FlyFishingWithMike2 ай бұрын

  Northern Idaho is becoming a yearly pilgrimage for me.

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  @wallacewest79635 ай бұрын

  What flies did you use most for bonefish? Hook type, sz, and eye weight? Starting to tie for an upcoming trip. Awesome video

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  @FlyFishingWithMike5 ай бұрын

  For bonefish, I fished Orange/Pink Christmas Island Specials and Gotchas. Mostly size 8 and occasionally a size 6. I tie my bonefish flies on Gamakatsu SL3H-3 hooks. For weight, I used small/medium bead chain eyes and XS lead eyes. You'll also want some unweighted ones for super skinny water. For triggers take a lot of crabs. They get chewed up quickly. Our guides liked the Aphlexo crabs. I plan to go back later this year. Have fun!

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  @juniorsmith50756 ай бұрын

  is the latter of the video maupin?

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  @FlyFishingWithMike5 ай бұрын

  Good eye.

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  @troutsnout6 ай бұрын

  Nice video. I love fishing for the coastal cutthroat here on the southern Oregon coast. It reminds me of creek fishing for brookies back in Wyoming. I usually go with a 5wt because every once in a while I am able to get into a nice 16-20" specimen using an olive leech or wooly bugger.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike5 ай бұрын

  Thanks John. I haven't done any fishing down on the Southern Oregon coast. Need to get down there.

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  @oldsmugglerflyfishing6 ай бұрын

  Beautiful river

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  @FlyFishingWithMike5 ай бұрын

  It sure is

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  @michaelzobrist88466 ай бұрын

  Where are you fishing? What state ? What nymph? Thank you for the beautiful video. Mike from buffalo

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  @FlyFishingWithMike6 ай бұрын

  Hey Mike - The Wallowa is in NE Oregon which is just a beautiful area. If I had to guess on the fly, it would likely have been an Egan Frenchie or a Blowtorch

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  @mchurch39057 ай бұрын

  Did you recall the CFS at the time? I’ve tried to put in at the confluence of the Grand Ronde in October but it was really low. Steelhead grade fish. Good job!

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  Thanks. It was a great fish. CFS - this was back in August of 2022. Looking at the gauge history up by Joseph it looks to have been about 15 cfs. I do remember the water was really low and warmed up enough that I just fished to about noon.

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  @fabiosoldati18117 ай бұрын

  many thanks ! finally a film telling me how is the lodge and fishing in Christmas Island. Best regards from Switzerland .

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  Glad it was helpful! Are you planning on going?

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  @nonewherelistens19067 ай бұрын

  A fat boy.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  indeed. fun to land fish like this.

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  @Martin-db4fm7 ай бұрын

  What creek is this? I just bought a fly rod and need somewhere to go this spring

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  Welcome to the addiction! I hate responding with a question but what weight of rod did you get? Most of the smaller creeks in the Mt Hood area are best fished with a light rod like a 3 or even a 2 weight. If you got a 4 or 5 weight, you will want to find some bigger water. For specific locations, I would get something like the TroutRoutes app that will show you different types of water that are available to fish. If you are in the Portland area, we should meet up somewhere to fish.

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  @Martin-db4fm7 ай бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike I believe it is a 4-5 weight from bi-mart, and I just bought a couple basic flies. and yes, I live in Portland, but I was looking to explore more of Central Oregon, like the fall river, and just some of the creeks up by Mount Hood, to see if they have any fish in them

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  @mikewemyss99997 ай бұрын

  What did you think of the lodge and guides? I'm going in 2025 so I'm starting my research.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  That's great. I haven't traveled to many fishing destinations but Christmas Island is, hands down, my favorite. You will love it. I'm trying to get back in 2024. Christmas Island Lodge - It's nice. Comfortable. Has good internet coverage through Starlink if that is important to you. All of the rooms are single rooms so you are not sharing with anyone. That was a big plus for me since I was traveling alone. I think the location on the island is also favorable. Its 10-15 minutes from the airport and it is further south so the drive to the Korean Wreck and Back Country is shorter than for the lodges that are in London. They also have a private launch area for the lagoon that is about 10 minutes away from the lodge. The new owners seem to care about their guides and the community. The guides all had new boots and backpacks courtesy of the owners. They brought in local musical talent for a farewell dinner, and shared our blue-water caught fish with the guide's families. Food - All the food is brought in from Hawaii and it's not bad. I had read to take a lot of snacks as food could be a problem. Was not the case the week I was there. It's not 5-star restuarant food but we didn't go hungry. Think home-cooked style of food. I don't drink but there was wine and beer available at dinner. There's no limit on the number of water bottles during the day. They had plenty of water on the boats for you. I was pleasanty surprised on both the amount and quality of the food. Most of the snacks I took got left behind. Guides - There was a set of very experienced guides and a set of newer guides being trained. Their normal policy is 1 guide per 2 anglers but the week I was there, there were only 4 anglers so we actually had 2 guides every day for each angler - a seasoned guide and the trainee. It was great having another set of eyes. I have no doubt that by 2025 the newer guides will be fantastic. I know there is another lodge on the island that they have a 1 guide per angler ratio but Christmas Island Lodge has all private rooms. So...choices there. Listen to the advice on taking sturdy boots - you will appreciate them when wading the surf at Korean Wreck. And practice a lot and then some more with the 11/12 wt for GTs. It's a beautiful place with great fishing. Please let me know if you have any other specific questions.

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  @44925737 ай бұрын

  Do you really like the Galvan Torque 8. I’m buying a 7wt Scott Wave and I was thinking of the Galvan Torque 8. Perhaps the 7 size may be better. But I have been told it ok to go 1 size up lager with the reel

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  I like the Galvan T8. I also own a Galvan Rush that I've been using on my euro rod. The T8 sounds good in both directions. On the other hand, I REALLY like my Nautilus reels. I now own 3 of them. For me the consideration for a T7 vs a T8 would be what type of line is going on the reel and how much backing is needed. The price is so similar that I would go with the T8 for the increased backing capacity. I've put a sinking tip line on my T8 and fished it on my 7 weight when chasing bull trout.

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  @mikekuczynski15527 ай бұрын

  Salt water fish are so strong , you can hear the fisherman grunting and growing telling their selves how much fun they’re having . Meanwhile back at the lodge it’s time for a massage, cocktails food and sleep so we can get up fresh in the morning and do it again. I love fishing :-) Thanks for sharing

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  @FlyFishingWithMike7 ай бұрын

  They do pull hard! I just wish I would have started sooner.

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  @judahblackmon12178 ай бұрын

  Hi Mike, great video. A few questions: (1) Leggings - are those SPF? brand you suggest and where to get? (2) How did Cube File Hub work for you? (3) was it a GILL or GILLS hoodie? Can't seem to find an integrated hoodie (with facemask).

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  @FlyFishingWithMike8 ай бұрын

  Thanks! 1 - yes the leggings are UPF50+. I took several different brands but can recommend the leggings from Waterlust (waterlust.com) especially if you want something a little more colorful. You can get them directly from their website. I also had a pair from Ubestyle (bityl.co/MZNN) that I purchased on Amazon. 2 - The NewQ Filehub AC750 Travel Router (amz.run/7Oc6) worked great. Just had to plug in the HDD and the SD and then push the backup button on the device. They have an app that you can use as well. This really simplified doing backups. 3 - GILLZ (outdoornation.com/collections/gillz). I used the Pro Series Hoodie UV. I know that Simms now has one with an integrated face mask. I like the integrated face mask as it prevents any gaps on the neck that can happen with a separate face mask Let me know if you have any other questions.

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  @judahblackmon12178 ай бұрын

  Thanks so much for taking the time to respond Mike@@FlyFishingWithMike Tight lines 🐟

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  @nikonboy078 ай бұрын

  Bonefish take us to Christmas Island but it’s the Giant Trevally that keep anglers coming back😊

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  @FlyFishingWithMike8 ай бұрын

  And the triggerfish! I'll be going back for sure.

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  @briannagorman31199 ай бұрын

  That looks like myrtle creek

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Not familiar with it but it must be beautiful as well.

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  @briannagorman31199 ай бұрын

  @FlyFishingWithMike myrtle creek is a tributary that empties into the st Joe. Several years ago when I fished it, it was full of cutthroat

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  @whitefishfins9 ай бұрын

  Please don't call out the rivers you fish in these areas by name. The pressure on these fisheries just continues to grow - due in large part to internet traffic that "hot spotting" of these fragile places. Thanks.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Thanks for the feedback. I do have a question and I ask in all sincerity as this is question I've asked myself a lot: when is it okay to name a river?

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  @SigmaWolfOutdoors3 ай бұрын

  No spot burnin....EVER!!!

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  @KayakFishingWithMark9 ай бұрын

  Nicely made video. Fly fishing in this beautiful scenery is a true joy to see. Thanks for sharing this my friend. Liked and subbed. Please stay safe and connected.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Thank you so much 👍

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  @oldsmugglerflyfishing9 ай бұрын

  Great video! I subbed to your channel. All the best from Argentina.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for subscribing. I had a great time in Argentina earlier this year but we were way down south.

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  @bradthomason84619 ай бұрын

  What were the dates of your trip.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Hey Brad - we got to the St Joe on Saturday 10/7. Fished there Saturday, Sunday, and Monday morning. We moved to Kelly Creek Monday afternoon. Fished there the rest of Monday and then on Tuesday (in the rain). We drove out on Wednesday. My buddy headed to Boise to do some buck hunting and I drove over to the Owyhee. I fished there Wednesday evening and then on Thursday. Drove home on Friday. Lots of fun except the Owyhee was very crowded on Thursday.

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  @waynearrington67279 ай бұрын

  Love the reel. Had mine for 40+ years.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike9 ай бұрын

  Same. Mine was stored away for many years. When I built the 2 weight, it was a perfect choice.

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  @philipmorphew630110 ай бұрын

  Well done!

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  @FlyFishingWithMike10 ай бұрын

  Thanks. That fish was something else.

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  @jonorr798410 ай бұрын

  Outstanding! Beautiful area!

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  @FlyFishingWithMike10 ай бұрын

  It really is. The Lostine was also amazing.

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  @eprohoda10 ай бұрын

  like it- amazing recording-

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  @FlyFishingWithMike10 ай бұрын

  Thanks!

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  @randyzulinick65909 ай бұрын

  Awesome, thank you. I'm heading there in January

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  @FlyFishingWithMike8 ай бұрын

  What lodge will you be using?

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  @joeyharshaw387411 ай бұрын

  Very interested in building my own rods. Will be following.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike11 ай бұрын

  Go for it!. I wasn't sure it I would like it but I really do. I started with a kit like this one from mudhole: tinyurl.com/yc3frbd7 Add a rod kit and it's easy to get started. You should also check out rodbuilding.org

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  @johngallagher582111 ай бұрын

  Nice setting. What brand/model of rod are you using?

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  @FlyFishingWithMike11 ай бұрын

  Hi John - Thanks for watching. I agree - these streams are beautiful up in the Coast Range. The rod is 6'6" 2 weight that I built from a Rainshadow Unity blank. It's a moderate action rod that is great for these smaller fish.

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  @markriggins3722 ай бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike Did need you need to modify the reel seat or reel foot to make that reel work on a modern rod?

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  @FlyTech541 Жыл бұрын

  Cool video just started fly fishing and been catching some nice red bands on the Klamath river

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for watching. I haven't spent any time down south fishing. I need to fix that.

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  @FlyTech541 Жыл бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike yeah no problem I been tryna comment an help out other KZreadrs as well 🏆💪

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  @closeoutsaleusa5322 Жыл бұрын

  Nice going. Good heavy fish in deep, swift water. Good job fighting him.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  Thanks. I had several fish break me off there as well so I was glad to get this one to the net.

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  @roballen30267 ай бұрын

  7 minutes? that's a LONG time to fight a 17 inch fish

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  @Dsinsley1 Жыл бұрын

  No better fishing on the planet than the October (Fall) Caddis hatch on the St. Joe. While everyone is crazy about elk at this time of year this is in my opinion the best time to fish the St Joe. All the way through until the snow is falling.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  I agree. I'll be back this October again.

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  @kevinclair8927 Жыл бұрын

  Beautiful river. Just discovered this area recently. Definitely a must

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  It really is. Water is cold and clear.

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  @pathsavier Жыл бұрын

  Pretty creek! Where abouts were you fishing?

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  East side of Mt Hood. One of the creeks that drains into the White River.

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  @troutntrails Жыл бұрын

  Sweet video! Just found the channel and subbed. Excited to see this thing grow!

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for the watching and the feedback.

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  @Westernoutdoorsmen Жыл бұрын

  Those were some tanks! Great video, just subscribed! Looking forward to more

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  Thanks for watching and subscribing. This was our first trip down to Patagonia and it was a blast. We did 3 days on lakes and 3 days on rivers/creeks. Every day was different.

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  @Westernoutdoorsmen Жыл бұрын

  @@FlyFishingWithMike that's awesome. It looked like some beautiful country to be in. The coloration on the fish was amazing. Great fights too! I post similar videos here in the Western US if you want to consider subscribing! Have a good week brotha and take care!

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  @chuckmorgan3049 Жыл бұрын

  Have mercy Mike! Nice job fighting that fish, had me glued to the screen for the entire battle. Been enjoying your channel and videos.

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  @FlyFishingWithMike Жыл бұрын

  Hey Chuck. Thanks for taking the time to watch. He did not want to give up. Kept pulling even though I was horsing him as much as I could with the 6x tippet I had on.