Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/258 David Brands from Coast Portland is on the podcast to share how he created one of the first LED Headlamps and led the way in knife technology. Coast Portland has continuously evolved and become a solution to a problem. For 102 years, the company has been passed on from generation to generation, starting from David's grandfather who created their first product in the early 1900s. Now Coastal Portland is still at the top of the multitool brands and plans on another generation of innovation and solutions. Show Notes with David Brands Visit CoastPortland.com to check out the variety of knives for a variety of uses In a previous survey, it says that 95% of all the multitool sold in the US come from Portland Oregon Coast Portland developed a small folding knife with an LED light and sold 250,000 pieces in 1 year Coast Portland designed the first LED flashlight in the late 90s and which was also the first-ever LED flashlight sold in the US The company patented optics for LED light in the mid-2000s which was also one of their biggest technological breakthroughs The G20 Inspection Beam Penlight is one of the most popular Coastal flashlights Perk Perkins, former CEO of Orvis was on the podcast at WFS 225 Coast Portland brought back the Coast Cutlery knife for their 100th anniversary https://coastportland.com/pages/story 49:25 Within the next few months, Coastal Portland will launch some exciting new LED lighting products geared more specifically towards the outdoor user 50:50 Coastal Portland plans on another 102 years for the 4th generation   You can find David Brands at CoastPortland.com   Coast Knives Videos Noted in the Show Related Podcast Episodes WFS 225 Quotes from David Brands:  "If there's something that you can identify that you think you could do better or build something that did something better - go for it" "In this day of age, it's easier than ever to develop a product and sell it because of the internet where 20 years ago, you were at the mercy of big companies like Walmart, Cabelas, you name it. But now, if you have a good idea and you can build it, you can market it yourself." "Find a solution to a problem that needs a solution and develop a product to do it better"David Brands was on the podcast and shared the Coast Knives story and family background of creating the longest-running knife company in the fishing space. What's your favorite Coast knife? Leave a comment below or send me a DM on social media @wetflyswing Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/258

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WFS 258 - Coast Knives and Headlamps with David Brands

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/257 Sponsor: Togens Fly Shop: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Chris Daughters from the Oregon Fly Fishing Blog and owner of the Caddis Fly Shop is here to break down fishing the October Caddis in the fall with a focus on the big rivers of the Mid Willamette River. We get the full story on fly fishing the short winged stonefly, caddis and many other great Willamette River fishy bugs. Show Notes with Chris Daughters - Matt Stansbury was the co-founder of the Oregon Fly Fishing Blog. - I noted Jay Nicholas who was on the podcast way back in episode 003 produces videos for the Oregon Fly Fishing Blog.  You can find Jay's blog here. - The Short winged stonefly - Bug Water and Arlen Thompson - Outcast Ambush Raft - Western Hatches by Hafele and Hughes - The Possom Bugger - Jig Bomb is another great way to get down. - I noted the Jay Nicholas podcast and the videos that he has produced at the fly fishing blog. - Chris noted Ken Helfrich and the boats they use on the Middle Fork. - The Stimulator by Randall Kaufman and Dave Hughes are two huge guests for the area. - Eleven Experience and our guest in this episode. - Chris Santella 50 places before you die and his band You can find Chris at the CaddisFlyShop.com Related Podcast Episodes WFS 177 – History of the Drift Boat with Roger Fletcher (Drift Boat Series Ep. 2) Fly Fishing Blog Conclusion with Chris Daughters Chris Daughters from the Caddis Fly Shop shares how to choose the best fall fishery to target when covering the October caddis hatch.  Stick with dry fly fishing for the day when conditions are right. What's your favorite big Dry Fly hatch You are looking forward to fishing? Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/257

WFS 257 - The Oregon Fly Fishing Blog with Chris Daughters - October Caddis, Caddis Fly Shop

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/256 Jeff Coleman, Founder of Probar is here to share the story of how he founded one of the most popular energy bars on the planet.  You find why blending is better than baking and why the plant based Probar is super healthy. You can find guest jeff at Probar.com

WFS 256 - The Probar with Jeff Coleman - River Meals, Healthy Eating

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/255 Sponsor: Koffler Boats: https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Jeff Liskay breaks down switch rods for great lakes steelhead today on the podcast.  We find out what speed you should be swinging your fly and the story of how the spey revolution hit the great lakes. Jeff walks us through the steps to landing a fish correctly and then digs into is 11 foot rod and the setup he uses to catch fish. Show Notes with Jeff Liskay - Kevin Feenstra was on the podcast in episode 13 here.  Kevin shared the step by step on the Muskegon River. - Taco Fly Co was on the podcast in episode 237 here. Mario brings together fly fishing, tacos and skateboarding and focused on - The Spey Lite line by Scientific Anglers - Tips for steelhead - Todd Hirano has some great resources for dry line steelhead. - Russ Maddin was on the podcast here. - Western Reserve Conservation Group You can find Jeff at GreatLakesFlyFishing.com Conclusion with Jeff Liskay Jeff Liskay shares the good stuff today as we focus on switch rods for steelhead in the Great Lakes.  Jeff has some terminal tackle tips and even a little on surface flies for steelhead. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/255

WFS 255 - Jeff Liskay on Switch Rods for Great Lakes Steelhead

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/254 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens David Coggins is on the podcast to share his new book and perspective on a fly fishing life.   David has written some great books in men's fashion and now has produced a great book on the rituals of fly fishing. David and I dig into some deep thoughts on fly fishing and family and the impacts to parents getting older and influencing your life.  We get a little deep in this one so stick around for some Coggins insight. Show Notes with David Coggins - David Coggins was on the Art of Manliness Podcast. - Tom Rosenbauer was on the podcast in episode 63 here.  And Ed Jaworowski here in episode 233 to cover fly casting. - Javier talked about Arapaima in Ecuador on the podcast here. - David Coggins was on the podcast here and talked about writing, etc. - John Gierach was on the podcast in episode 47 here.  John discussed his background in writing. - David wrote for Men's Vogue magazine early on. - Drakes designs outdoor clothing. - Kirks glasses and the story of putting together and ad - David was the editor of Conde Nast Traveler Magazine  - Jeff Courier was on the podcast here and talked about almost dying on a bus in Africa. - The Rake and William Brown are two great resources for men's style. You can find David at the thecontender.co Fly Fishing Life Conclusion with David Coggins David Coggins is on the podcast today to share why you should take time to do the things you love and in this case a fly fishing life.  We find out why he thinks we should all try out a bonefish trip even if you've never thought about it before. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/254

WFS 254 - The Fly Fishing Life with David Coggins - Men's Fashion, Travel, Writing

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/253 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly Russ Maddin is on the podcast to share is best tips on streamer fishing for steelhead, brown trout and other huge salmonid species like the king salmon.   We find out why Russ gets so fired up with chinook salmon fishing. Russ goes deep into all end of the streamer game including the best gear and stripping techniques.  Find out what depth and speed you should be thinking about. Show Notes with Russ Maddin - Echo Bad Ass Glass have been Russ' goto when he wants to go with a little more soul. - Coast Watch is a good resource for weather and forecasting. - The flash monkey works great for burning and pulling fast with two hands on the retrieve. - The circus peanut is a goto. - The antifreeze fly works great for brown trout - Sci fi titan tip type 3 with a 7 weight 8 foot 10" for streamers. - Blain Chocklett or Schultz outfitters - Mangled Fly is another good resource with johnny ray and Eddie McCoy - Mike Schultz was on the podcast here. - Northern Angler Fly Shop is Russ' local shop Videos Noted in the Show The Flash Monkey Conclusion with Russ Maddin Russ Maddin is here to shed some light on streamer fishing with a focus on steelhead and salmon in the Great Lakes.  Russ is one of the original streamer guys and was noted by Galloup in episode 52. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/253

WFS 253 - Streamer Fishing for Steelhead with Russ Maddin - Great Lakes Salmon and Trout

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/252 Sponsor: Togens Fly Shop: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Kenneth Andres from AFFTA is here to share the biggest fly fishing trade association event that brings together business to business brands in the fly fishing industry.  We find out how Ken has been gearing up for AFFTA and IFTD for quite a while. We also find out which other outdoor events and conferences you may want to attend this year if you are looking to expand your outreach. You can find Ken at AFFTA.org

WFS 252 - American Fly Fishing Trade Association with Kenneth Andres - AFFTA, IFTD, ICAST

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/251 Sponsor: Togen's Fly Shop: https://wetflyswing.com/togens John Mauser from Mauser Fly Fishing is on the podcast to break down fly fishing for redfish and his story of building a fly rod company out of Swansboro North Carolina.  John has a really passionate story to share and one that really resonated with many in the fly fishing community.   John shares his story and how he jumped all in on the guiding and rod company, leaving his marine biology job in the dust.  We find out when and how to target redfish with a focus on the North Carolina area.  Show Notes with John Mauser - We discuss the Hours in our lives and I note 40,000 hours.  The number is actually about 700,000 based on an average life.  Here's a countdown timer to see how much time you have left.   - Scientific Anglers hard mono or RIO along with Hatch all make great hard mono. - The warm water redfish line for short casts, or grand slam for permit, tarpon work great for turning over the big flies. - Tim Borski patterns or a kwon with eyes or horn or rubber legs are all good for flies. - The Ed Jaworowski casting - Shoot the line through your fingers - Ed J tips on how to do the double haul - toward end - The kayak episode - The Eastern Current Podcast is a great resource for the SE.  You can find John at MauserFlyFishing.com Conclusion with John Mauser We find out why and how John Mauser left a 15 year career for the full time leap into fly fishing with Mauser Fly Fishing guiding and building rods.  We find out why John loves to build his own leader. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/251

WFS 251 - Fly Fishing for Redfish with John Mauser - Mauser Fly Rods, North Carolina

Show Notes:https://wetflyswing.com/250 Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly Scott Wilday from LidRig shares his perspective on some of the must have fly fishing accessories you need for your next trip to the water.  LidRig is one of the best nippers on the market and has an interesting feature that should attract you to their stuff. Accessibility of the nippers is the big selling feature plus LIdRig has a number of new products including a magnetic wrist band for the goods.    We also dig into the top fly fishing accessories that you’ll need on a trip.  Show Notes with LidRig - I used the Loon nippers which look similar to the LidRig. - Scott made a connection with Fishpond and Orvis, both big companies that helped him elevate LidRig during the early days. - Umpqua Steamboat 1200 Sling - Ninja leader system  - River Rat raft is Scott's goto boat currently - Trxstle makes a killer rod vault.  Scott tells the story of his jeep getting stolen with the rod vault. 31:10 - The fly fishing insider and fish pond with LIdRig - Outdoor Canada Magazine put together an article on LidRig.  Take a look at the online article here. - The Mag Wrap is another new product for lid rig You can find Scott at LidRig.com Fly Fishing Accessories Conclusion with Scott Wilday Scott Wilday from LidRig is here to shares the story of how he has been able to go full time into LidRig.  I describe how the LidRig magnetic clippers has become more intuitive and accessible.  We find out how Fishpond and Orvis helped Scott get a head start on his brand. Show Notes:https://wetflyswing.com/250

WFS 250 - Goto Fly Fishing Accessories with Scott Wilday from LidRig

Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/249 Sponsor:  https://wetflyswing.com/koffler Javier Guevara walks us through the steps to fly fishing Ecuador on the podcast.  We find out about the very doable Ecuador trip and a little on the Galapagos.   Timestamps [6:15] The best time to fish for Arapaima in the Galápagos [7:10] How to get to the Amazon Jungle [9:20] How to hunt Arapaima [11:33] How big can an Arapaima get and what are they like  [14:20] The predators that hunt Arapaimas - Caymans [16:53] What gears to use to catch Paimas - Loop cross w fly rod 12 weight - Loop Opti reels - Scientific Anglers fly line - big water [18:22] The types of fly that works great [21:40] Who are the guides and what are their roles [23:04] Greg was on the podcast to share his Ecuador experience [28:03] Comparing Marlin and Arapaima in terms of strength [32:03] Another amazing fish that you can catch in the lagoons  [37:03] What the weather's like in the jungle and how do you stay comfortable out there [46:01] How deforestation and industrialization affects the fishing lagoons, jungle species, and communities in Ecuador  [47:47] What Javier recommends for people who want to help conserve the Amazon Jungle [48:55] How safe it is to travel to the Galápagos in terms of the Covid-19 situation [59:06] What Javier and the EFFT is excited about   Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/249  

WFS 249 - Fly Fishing Ecuador for Arapaima with Javier Guevara - Galapagos Fishing

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/248 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/stonefly James McBeath from Jackson Kayak is here to share the story of Jackson and how to choose a kayak for fly fishing and your next big adventure.  Jackson has been a leader in the kayak space for many years and has a number of custom models designs for anglers. James walks us through the best kayaks for the ocean and for the lake.  We dig into the best boat for bass and the best boat for trout.  James sheds light on the best kayak for standing and fishing vs the best for gear storage.  This is your kayak fishing 101 podcast so let's get into it.   Choosing a Kayak for Fly Fishing Show Notes - The Drift Boat podcast with Roger Fletcher here. - Find a Dealer app on the Jackson site will help you find a good local resource for going deeper before purchasing. - The YuPIK and the Liska are both good for stability.  The Liska is great for small lakes.  The YuPIK has more storage capacity. - The staxx kayak is great for standing and for the kids. - James noted his NRS dry bags.  Jim Macallister from NRS was on the podcast in episode 218. - YakAttack is one of the great accessory companies for kayaks. - Tight Line anchors is super lightweight and a great anchor for kayaks.  The YakAttack anchor trolly is also a good feature. - The sportsman pilot trolling motor - The Traverse has a gear track and can run whitewater.  Here's a video that walks you through it. - The Coosa HD is more maneuverable and has more cover. - The cousa FD is the pedal drive boat that's good for off shore. - The NRS episode 218 with Jim MacAllister.  We hear the story of Bill Parks and the amazing company that NRS has become. - Pike Strike lodge and pike - Serial is the podcast James has listed high in his queue You can find James at JacksonAdventures.com  #wearejacksonkayak Conclusion with James McBeath James McBeath brings the good stuff today as he shares the best boats and accessories when choosing your next kayak.  Jackson has a number of specialized boat that will meet your fishing needs whether in shore or off or rivers or stillwater. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/248  

WFS 248 - Choosing a Kayak for Fly Fishing with James McBeath from Jackson Kayak

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/247 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Today, we’re joined by David Van Wie, who’s widely known for writing a monthly column for the Maine Sportsman Magazine, publishing feature articles in Northern Woodlands Magazine and the Maine Sunday Telegram, and the co-author of The Confluence - a collection of essays, art and tall tales about fly fishing and friendship. In this episode, David shares how he fished his way from Maine to Wisconsin and Michigan and back. He has fished 35 different places for six weeks, traveled over 5000 miles, and wrote about it day after day. David and I talked about the wonderful experiences he’s had and the places he's been since he embarked on his remarkable journey. His story is unlike any fishing stories you've heard before! David eventually turned this amazing journey into a book called, Storied Waters, which was inspired by one of his heroes, John Voelker a.k.a. Robert Traver. Timestamps for this episode [3:13] How David got into fly fishing and writing [5:27] David wrote his first book, The Confluence with six college friends [7:43] Why David decided to take a 5000 mile trip  [11:46] Remarkable experiences and challenges during the trip [13:37] When David met Grace and Woody in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan [20:02] David talked more about the book and the places he fished  [23:32] Writers associated with the Bat n' Kill [28:41] What the Hudson River is like 50 years ago [29:54] The difference between the Ausable and the AuSable River [33:39] The question that put David on the spot [44:10] The best place to get David's book [46:23] David's take in general about the 6 week trip You can find David at https://www.watchyourbackcast.com/ Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/247

WFS 247 - Famous Fly Fishing Rivers with David Van Wie - Storied Waters

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/246 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens James Park from Red Truck Fly Fishing is on the podcast today to take us through the steps to choosing a great fly rod and some of the companies and people who have influenced him along the way. We find out how his background with Leland Fly Fishing and Loop help to guide James' path to quitting his day job to take a year long sabbatical traveling and fishing before taking on Red Truck Fly Fishing. Show Notes with James Park - Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters was the first shop that helped to get James going in the fly fishing space. - James helped Loop elevate their brand in North America. - Here's the Klaus Frimor episode #127 where we dug into Scandi lines. - TFO's founder Rick Pope was on the podcast in episode 158 here. - The new Ford F150 Lightning fully electric truck is coming out in 2022 and is kinda my dream truck.  This video walks you through some of the specs. - Fiberglass Manifesto and Cameron Mortenson were on the podcast in episode 88 here.  Cameron has been a big friend to what James has been doing with his fiberglass line. - Shan Grey and Grey Wold Rods - Episode 177 and the drift boat episode. - Joe and Anglers Coffee was here - Bill Graham presents and the Grateful Dead You can find James at RedTruckFlyFishing.com Conclusion with Red Truck Fly Fishing James Park from Red Truck Fly Fishing is here to take us through the process of understanding how to choose a fly rod for trout.  We find out James transitioned away from Leland Fly Fishing and where they are taking Red Truck next. We find out about the Red Truck rod action and how they are separating themselves from other big companies like Sage and other leaders.  This is a really transparent episode with some hard questions that James does a great job at addressing. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/246

WFS 246 - Red Truck Fly Fishing with James Park - Choosing a Fly Rod for Trout, California

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Matt Snider is here to break down warm water fishing with a focus on fly fishing for Walleye.  We find out how he first connected to the fly fishing space through Jackson Hole like so many other guests we’ve connected with. Matt is an expert on all warm water fish and today shares the strategy that he uses for all of these species.  We also find out what Fish Explorer is all about and why he designed this app. Show Notes with Matt Snider - Matt and I connected through Clubhouse and Roger Maves who hosts the Ask About Fly Fishing Podcast.   - The Orvis Shop in Jackson hole is the first shop that Matt worked in. -I noted Tom Bie and Lori Ann Murphy and the Jackson hole story.  Tom Bie from the Drake was on the podcast in episode 162.  Lori Ann Murphy was on the podcast in episode 195 here.  - Perk Perkins was on in episode 225 and Gary Bebe and the first Chernobyl ant pattern - The Anglers Coffee podcast - The Aeropress podcast - I noted the members group - Matt talked to Lamson after hearing our Lamson podcast - Matt noted the Hexagenia hatch and when the You can find Matt at FishExplorer.com Conclusion on Fly Fishing for Walleye Matt Snider is on the podcast this week to shed some light on fly fishing for Walleye and how he marks the lake using satellite imagery.  Matt is the founder of Fish explorer and a self proclaimed warm water fishing mad man. Be ready in this one as Matt and I veer off on a few tangents along the way including some coffee talk.  But it also packs a punch if you are ready to dig into walleye and find out why walleye anglers are so passionate. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245

WFS 245 - Fly Fishing for Walleye with Matt Snider - Fish Explorer, Warm Water Tips

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245 Sponsor: https://wetflyswing.com/togens Derek Deyoung is here to shed light on how he created one of the leading art creators focused on fly fishing.  It’s been a life long passion for Derek so you’ll want to check out this episode to hear how he put it all together. We dig into the behind the scenes of how he created some of his most popular art and the process to get there.  Derek notes that having ADHD is actually a benefit for his artistic style and is something I deal with as well. Show Notes with Derek DeYoung - Mike Schultz was on the podcast in episode 229 with a focus on fishing for smallmouth bass. - I noted Anglers Coffee and the Derek DeYoung art series that's going on right now. - Simms was the first big licensing deal and a funny story - The Profitable Artist: A Handbook for All Artists in the Performing, Literary, and Visual Arts (Second Edition) - The fish faces series was used for anglers coffee series and is one of the most popular series. - I noted Ray Troll and his amazing Art. - Phone cases are the leading sku for Derek - The hex hatch print - Oregon AT podcast.  Derek has a camper from four wheel camper out of souther california. - Instagram and videos from pictured Rock around May and june 2021 You can find Derek at DerekDeYoung.com Fly Fishing Art Conclusion with Derek DeYoung Derek Deyoung shares his passionate fishing art story of how he came to become a leader in the space.  We find out some of his most popular are over the years and where he's heading next with his work.   Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/245

WFS 244 - Derek DeYoung on Fly Fishing Art

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