SpeyCasting

Brian Silvey is a legendary Oregon guide and fly designer who has spent more than thirty years on the Deschutes, Sandy, and Clackamas Rivers. Known for his innovative patterns, he’s guided generations of anglers while sharing a lifetime of knowledge about the rivers, fish, and techniques that define Northwest fly fishing. In this episode of Anchored, he joins me to do just that.
When Tim Arsenault first picked up a fly rod as a teenager, he had no idea where it would lead. From fishing local rivers in South Surrey to falling headfirst into the world of steelhead and spey casting, his journey has been anything but ordinary. Today, Tim is the driving force behind Bridge Fly Lines, a company that started with curiosity, competition, and a lot of trial and error.
When learning to Spey cast, many anglers focus on the cast itself, but the way you grip the rod and position your body can make or break your success on the water. Your grip and stance are the foundation of every good Spey cast, and getting them right will help you cast more comfortably, more accurately, and with far less effort.
Designed specifically to help anglers cover greater distances with more precision, Trout Spey can significantly increase your likelihood of a hookup on pressured rivers and hard to reach places. Whitney Gould shares insights on why a Trout Spey rod could be the ideal addition to your fishing gear.
There are a number of casting faults that most new Spey casters tend to make, but today we're going to focus on two of the most common culprits: The Bloody L and the Creep.
The Snap-T is a cast that can be performed with any fly rod. Watch this clip to learn the fundamentals.
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We've been teasing a classic fly in an upcoming members-only tying night. Here's a glimpse at how to tie one.
Jerry Darkes explains why and how we should challenge ourselves to become more versatile, well-rounded anglers.
Steven Rinella is an avid angler, hunter and all-round outdoorsman. He is the author of five books and host of the popular tv series, MeatEater.
John Shewey is the author of “Spey Flies and Dee Flies” and “Classic Steelhead Flies”. John has dedicated his life to the pursuit of steelhead and their history.
John Hazel has played an important role in the development of Spey fishing in the Pacific Northwest. John began guiding thirty-seven years ago and has been a key player