Presented By: Fish The Fly, Pescador on the Fly, Waters West, Drifthook Fly Fishing

California is one of the most populous states in the US and one of the most diverse places to fly fish. From the base of the Sierra Nevadas to the Pacific Coast, steelhead in the North, carp on the flats, and saltwater opportunities in Southern California. It's just about all here. Today you're gonna get an inside look at where to fish and what to expect straight from a guy who reps some of the top brands in fly fishing and helps design gear you're probably using right now.

Matt Callies, product designer at Loon Outdoors fly tyer and longtime fly fishing rep joins us to share some of his go-to tips from years in the game. You're gonna hear which Loon product tops the charts these days and has for a while, what new gear is turning heads, and what life on the road as a rep really looks like. Plus, Matt's going to break down one liter he always carries. And why building your own might not be worth the hassle anymore. Heading back to Cali, here we go...

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/766

# 765 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/765

Presented by: Stonefly Nets, Smitty's Fly Box, Grand Teton Fly Fishing, San Juan Rodworks

Did you know the Feather Thief story actually connects back to today’s guest?

Spencer Seim is a New Mexico fly fishing guide and classic fly tyer whose deep knowledge and love for traditional patterns helped shape the story behind The Feather Thief. We get into his take on that whole crazy story, what it meant for the tying world, and what stood out most to him from the book.

Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/765