In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash connects with Matt Reilly for a comprehensive update on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia. Matt shares his firsthand experiences of the storm's impact on the community, highlighting the severe flooding in towns like Damascus and Marion, which has disrupted local infrastructure and tourism. Despite these challenges, Matt's family is safe, and he discusses the broader implications for fishing and local businesses.

Marvin and Matt emphasize the importance of supporting the affected communities, particularly as they were just recovering from the economic impacts of COVID-19. They suggest practical ways to contribute, such as purchasing gift certificates from local businesses or postponing fishing trips to allow guides to retain deposits. Matt offers insights into the current fishing conditions, noting the challenges posed by the storm but also sharing opportunities for musky and winter smallmouth fishing in the coming months.

Listeners are encouraged to check the show notes for links to charities and resources to support the relief efforts. Marvin and Matt remind everyone that rebuilding is a long-term process and urge continued support for the affected regions. Tight lines!

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In this engaging episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Chase Smith, the creative mind behind the innovative Spiral Spook. Together, they explore Chase's design philosophy, the evolution of his signature pattern and the challenges of scaling a fly tying business. Chase shares insights into his journey from conventional angling to fly fishing, highlighting the influence of his Texas roots and his passion for predator species like bass and redfish.

Chase delves into the intricacies of fly design, discussing the importance of materials and the unique challenges of creating flies that mimic conventional lures. He emphasizes the value of creativity and adaptability in fly tying, offering tips for fellow tiers on how to enhance their craft. Listeners will also learn about Chase's upcoming projects, including collaborations with Montana Fly Company and The Chocklett Factory.

Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a talented fly designer and gain insights into fly tying innovation. Tight lines!

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Helpful Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction

06:54 Influences in Fly Design

11:25 Scaling Up Production Tying

20:44 Spiral Spook Development

24:46 Design Philosophy and Inspiration

27:39 Tips for Aspiring Fly Tiers

29:43 Upcoming Projects

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Captain David Blinken for an update on the Northeast fishing scene. As the weather cools down, David shares insights on the arrival of striped bass, while the elusive false albacore remain scarce around Eastern Long Island. Despite their absence, David offers promising reports of stripers in Rhode Island and Fisher's Island, with Montauk and the inner bays seeing an uptick as the season heads into November.

David dives into a listener's question about fly color preferences when fishing for stripers on the flats. He emphasizes the importance of matching fly colors to the environment, explaining how baitfish and crabs adapt their colors to blend in with their surroundings. David shares his technique of adjusting fly patterns to match the bottom, offering tips on when to add or remove flash based on fish behavior and conditions.

Marvin encourages listeners to submit their questions for a chance to win some Articulate Fly swag and enter a drawing for a Royal Wulff fly line. David also hints at exciting plans for the 2025 season of Masters of the Fly, promising updates as details are finalized. For those eager to book a last-minute trip with David, he invites them to reach out via his website or email.

As always, Marvin reminds everyone to get out there and enjoy the water. Tight lines, everyone!

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