S7, Ep 1: Winter Fly Tying and Pre-Spawn Tips with Matt Reilly
In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash kicks off the year with the first Southwest Virginia Fishing Report alongside Matt Reilly. Battling the harsh January weather, Matt shares insights on the upcoming pre-spawn smallmouth season, discussing his favorite color combinations and patterns for swim flies. Drawing inspiration from conventional gear, Matt emphasizes the importance of adapting fly choices to water conditions, with colors like white, chartreuse and orange taking the spotlight.The conversation delves into the feeding instincts of smallmouth during the pre-spawn…
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