The Intermediate Line Podcast

Episode 165 - Mark Davis

On this podcast we chat with gun angler Mark Davis about the plethorus of Flyfishing options in the North West of WA. Currently residing in Broome and having fished the Pilbara since pussy was a cat, Mark has enough beef for a cattle station! He is well versed on the flies, techniques and locations. It’s clear from talking with him that he invests a lot of thought and effort into his fishing and flies. A quick perve at his IG page @flying.foam will no doubt make you agree. It’s a good chat, and one our longest. You will need at least a 6pack of veebs, bush chooks or whatever your poison is to do this justice.Also in the intro, Chris and Voltz exchange the usual banter, discuss some exciting new kit on its way, and Voltz rediscovers the joys of fishing for people on IG.This show is proudly brought to you by the usual, yet great Nervous Water , Kettafly Apparel, Power Pole and Beast Brushes

Episode 164 Eugene Pawlowski

On this episode we chat Eugene Pawlowski, one of Australia's most travelled and experienced guides. You will learn on this episode of an amazing life, one that consists of fishing over 20 countries for some of the world's most sought after fish. Eugene originally a Blues supporter, now living in West Oz, is not short on experience, from the jungles of Bolivia for Golden Dorado, to the pristine Back Country NZ and from Cuban Tarpon to Cape York Australia all the time acquiring a huge repertoire of species and racking up many hours guiding. Some people travel picking fruit, Eugene has hit the road as a professional guide and has not stopped yet. Find out what a life well lived sounds like on this episode. 
Also on this episode, yep... we talk crab flies yet again, and the development behind the new school crab flies. We also revert from the new school in the outro and put a difference of opinion of the table as we talk about a $100 6wt Glass Rod and some Jewfish.
 
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Episode 163 - Luke Spear

On this episode we are privileged to have the legend Luke Spear on the show. Luke hails from the Florida Panhandle which is home to some of the best Tarpon fishing known to man. If the name Spear is familiar to you, its because Luke is the son of legendary pioneer Florida Keys guide Harry Spear. Luke and his Father are both very hands on with Spear Boat works which is a high quality, low volume skiff company that is synonymous with quality whips. We talk to Luke about growing up with Harry Spear as his father, and how that morphed from fishing with Dad, to fly fishing and then following in his footsteps as a full time fly guide in Florida. We also learn about the species that exist in the part of Florida he guides.. Tarpon and Redfish in good numbers, and size.
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Episode 162 - A basic explanation of some materials

On Episode 162- We had a request to make a show that explains fly tying materials.. So on this show, the hosts sit down and talk about some fly tying materials because your wish is our command ; ). We say "some materials" in the title because no one knows all fishing intimately, and we only tie flies to catch fish, so we cant swerve out of our lane and pretend to know about materials that we have no experience with. At the time of writing this, it was about 2 weeks ago we recorded the show... I am pretty sure there is a lot of talk about natties... Bucktail, feathers, Bucktail alternatives, fur v hair, some synthetics and why fly tying materials need to be viewed differently to a lure fishing approach. 
If your new to fly tying for fly fishing, or even into fly tying for the gram, there will defiantly be some nuggets in here that will build your knowledge and may even challenge your mindset as a fly tyer or even fly fisherman. We truly have our fingers crossed that you enjoy the show. 
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Episode 161 - Rory Brooks ( Tropical Sportfisher)

Fly only Motherships, Helicopter assisted camping trips, Great Barrier Reef Flats... We really could leave the description right there, as those terms are enough to wet the pallet of any red blooded flyfisho. On episode 161 we talk to Rory Brooks, a hard working one man band based out of Cairns FNQ. Rory offers unique guided trips out of Cairns that include Great Barrier Reef Flats, Barra and Jack packed estuary trips, and Freshwater excursions that delve deep into the jungle in the Cairns region. We also talk about some of the aspects of his Mothership operations aboard "Aroona", a 5 star floating mansion that keeps the lucky group in and around the incredible Princess Charlotte Bay area for untouched flats and incredible Barra runoff fishing. 
Also on the show we just follow up the reel episode a little in the intro and talk about dressing cork drags. 
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Episode 160 - Reel Talk

On Episode 160, we get into it regarding Fly Reels. After a few momenta of chit chat, the guys break down the bits and pieces of fly reel consideration. Everything from Backing, to what they are made of, drag types, how to select one, and maintenance. If your into seeing your backing, then this would be a good one to checkout.
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Episode 159 - Hydrodynamics, cross examination and crab flies

On this weeks show Voltz has returned to the hot seat and proceeds to cross examine Chris about his trip to NZ. Also on the show we get into the weeds with Hydrodynamics and what that means with some of the new materials coming out into the market. We also learn a new term "Swolldermort", be sure to work that into a sentence this week.
And we open ourselves up to your input at the end of the show. Grab you pen an paper folks as we attempt to sound smart on this show that breaks down the seemingly simple.. how a crab fly swims and knowing where to fish them when new to an area. 
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Episode 158 Tauranga NZ with Gian Booysen

On Episode 158, our very first international on location podcast!! What can I say to sum up the Tauranga that Gian Booysen showed off... put simply, as a flats destination, Tauranga is the most undersold saltwater flats fishery in the world !! The place is a mecca and for many people standing on the outside looking in (trout fishermen, and Saltwater Fly fishermen from overseas) who are already aware of Kingfish (Yellowtail) on the flats, particularly the famous ray riders which are definitely very very cool, but.... the free swimming Kingfish are truly a special target... Fussy, big, challenging to see and you absolutely will see your arbour knot in 5 seconds flat !! Think GT and Bonefish and you will be almost on the money regarding the approach and fight these Kingfish offer.
Tauranga is a place that no matter the conditions offers truly epic saltwater flyfishing. Personally, the most incredible part of the journey was proper size Snapper in knee deep water, tipping and tailing like any premier flats fish you can think of. They (Snapper) eat all the same stuff you throw at Permit or Goldies, they go super hard ( you will see plenty of backing) and if your fishing deeper than chest deep, your wasting your time. 
The other two main species Kahawai and Silver Trevally are definitely no slouches either and they also get a great run on the podcast... Both are also members of the Tauranga super slam which is a very achievable goal when fishing with Gian from  https://www.kingstobefound.com/ 
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Episode 157 - Brody Sutton (Shallow Water Safaris)

On Episode 157, we catch up with the Co Owner of one of Australia's newest guide outfits Brody Sutton from Shallow Water Safaris). Brody and his father have ventured out into business to take people out into the pristine waters of the Exmouth Gulf and Ningaloo Reef flats. On this show we get to know Brody a bit more and learn about how he got to where he is today in addition to what guiding in Exmouth is like. 
Also on this show, we give a pretty detailed account of the new Power Pole "Move" trolling motors. These motors are nothing like you will have seen before.. a lot faster, a hell of a lot quieter and a lot more efficient. Learn a little more before this giant killer of an electric motor hits Australia.
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Episode 156 - Starting Out Special

On Episode 156, The hosts reflect back on their respective almost 25 years of flyfishing each, to offer hindsight for beginners and talk about what it was like for them starting out. The show is themed along the lines of what they would do again or do differently if presented with the opportunity to start out again. This essentially is an episode for those starting out, or are interested in giving  the "fluff wand" a go.
The show covers gear selection and compares what the industry wants to sell you versus what you should be buying. Where should you funnel the most funds on a budget. Reels and lines a decision making process that's more simple than you'd think. Figuring out the casting, how important is it to get it right early on, or can you just get by with a scented fly and burley until you get better. Also, the raging debate on whether you should buy or tie flies, and how important is understanding fly tying to a beginner. 
I think if your listening to this as a beginner or looking to get back to basics, you will find a very trimmed pragmatic approach to fly fishing that involves no mystery or elitism... Just an effective way to fish that will require a bit of discipline on your part, and not a lot of money. 
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