Embark on a riveting journey into the world of prespawn smallmouth bass with host Marvin Cash as he sits down with Brendan Ruch on The Articulate Fly. Brendan opens up about his evolution from a young angler casting soft plastics to the founder of Ruch Angling. With a deep dive into the tactics that make spring smallmouth fishing exhilarating, he shares invaluable insights into the art of fly retrieval, the allure of the Leggy Boi and the importance of timing and technique in presenting streamers.
As the conversation flows, Brendan reflects on the mentors who've shaped his journey, from the TCO Fly Shop team to the innovative minds in Michigan. He reveals how gear fishing has honed his fly fishing skills, particularly in crafting and presenting predator flies that mimic wounded prey. Listeners will gain a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of guiding, the subtleties of smallmouth behavior and the thrill of witnessing savage topwater strikes.
Whether you're a novice casting your first streamer or an experienced angler seeking to refine your craft, this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge, humor and passion for the sport. So, grab your favorite fly rod, tune in and let Brendan's expertise and stories fuel your next fishing adventure.
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0:00 Introduction
7:22 Fishing with Gear vs. Fly
13:28 Individual Fish Personalities in Summer
15:38 Tips for Pre-Spawn Smallmouth Fishing
30:10 Fly Tying Influences
36:14 Fly Casting Challenges
42:35 Selling Fly Patterns
44:06 Guide Season Overview
S5, Ep 46: Eric Camfield of Altar Fly Fishing
S5, Ep 45: Nymphing Essentials with Jason Randall Pt I
S5, Ep 44: East TN Fishing Report with Ellis Ward
S5, Ep 43: Southwest VA Fishing Report with Matt Reilly
S5, Ep 42: Casting Angles with Mac Brown
S5, Ep 41: Jason Randall Returns
S5, Ep 40: East TN Fishing Report with Ellis Ward
S5, Ep 39: The Chocklett Factory with Blane Chocklett
S5, Ep 38: Central PA Fishing Report with TCO Fly Shop
S5, Ep 37: Central VA Fishing Report with TaleTellers Fly Shop
S5, Ep 36: Casting Angles with Mac Brown
S5, Ep 35: Reed Conner of Speckled Trout Outfitters
S5, Ep 34: East TN Fishing Report with Ellis Ward
S5, Ep 33: Central PA Fishing Report with TCO Fly Shop
S5, Ep 32: Southwest VA Fishing Report with Matt Reilly
S5, Ep 31: The Spin with Brian Davenport
S5, Ep 30: Casting Angles with Mac Brown
S5, Ep 29: East TN Fishing Report with Ellis Ward
S5, Ep 28: The Spin with Mike Corrigan
S5, Ep 27: FLY TYING REDUX: Tim Cammisa of Trout and Feather
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