Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast · Dave Stewart

865 | Trout Spey Set Up and Casting Fundamentals with Nick Conklin

·1 hr 6 min·5 clips
Nick Conklin reveals how a two-handed rod turned a windy, frustrating day on the Madison into a success with healthy brown trout.
Nick Conklin discusses trout spey setups, casting fundamentals, and the importance of adapting techniques like indicator fishing vs. swinging. He shares stories from Montana, insights on TFO rods, and tips for improving fly fishing skills through practice and gear selection.

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A practical trout spey walkthrough grounded in real river conditions.

This episode follows Nick Conklin and the host as they work through trout spey, from casting fundamentals and rod length to line mass, sink tips, and why a two-hander can bring a windblown run back into play.

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You want trout spey advice that explains why rod choice matters.

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