Beginner Fly Fishing Gear Guide 

Omg I loved this dude at Camera store and to find him again in the fly fishing world is incredible

I’m 60 years old never fly fish in my life and I am seriously considering it your video really help me out with a lot of questions thank you

Thanks for the advice and what to get! I didn't know about the way to keep your files dry with the formulas you got that's cool and thanks for sharing! I've been a few times and caught some fish but I always wondered how you kept them floating. I'm from Savannah Georgia and I only get to go to the mountains every once in awhile but it's my favorite thing to do when I get to go! Nothing else is like catching a fish no matter the size on a fly rod it's a heck of a fight and lot's of fun! People say it is to much work to fish but I like it Old School like our grandfather's did it! But I wish everyone good luck fishing and besafe and God Bless You Guys!!!

You are a natural teacher. We are lucky to have a resource so close to home. Thanks!

Yes, sunglasses! Most overlooked I think

That was super helpful, thanks! Canadians really do make the best how-to videos.

Dang.....this guy is really comfortable in front of a camera - total professional. He ought to look into commercials or something. Super helpful video - thanks!

At last someone who will take the time to explain it all to a total beginner like me thanks

One of the first things I did when I decided I would try to learn five fishing at age 75. I went and had my eyes examined and got new glasses and ordered a pair of polarized glasses. Of course… I forgot them at home on the first trip out fly fishing. It was very successful trip… at first. I wasted money on my first flyrod. My second really nice fish the pool broke. I managed to get the trout close, just out of range of my net. This is how I know it was a very nice trout. The second day, I had a replacement rod from the resort. I caught plenty of trout, The only problem was they were nice trout if I was fishing mountain streams. I was able to return all of them, except for one. Thank you for reminding me about barbless hook. For some fishing that I did in the past we always remove the Barb with a pair of pliers or bought barbless hooks. Still having problem on presentation, and line control. I have to modify everything because of an injury and surgery on my shoulder. Reading water I have to agree 100%. I’m a novice at River fishing, over the past four years I have improved greatly. Structure is 101 and all fishing, correct presentation per type of fish. I have cheated, using RU-vid as a tutorial. I love the Contant. Thank you for your video. I needed it. What are the things I’m finding most enjoyable about river fishing is that it is always learning. Every year, or after every storm, the bottom changes, you need to be flexible and observant. Sport has come back to fishing for me. It used to be only wanted to have fish dinner, I go out and get a fish that I’m hungry for. Trout fishing, will never be a given. The only certainty is that the trout are in the river.

Nice video, learned lots. Thanks.

You did a great job of explaining a complicated art... you made it simple.

I remember the day I decided to get a pair of pliers for fishing. 22 in fat brown taught me that it’s rude to put my fingers down his throat. 3 stitches.

Thanks.. for the advice 😎

Thank you very much for this. I've seen hundreds of "how to cast" videos but this is the first "how to shop" video and was so helpful!

This is an awesome video for newer flyfishers. Well done!!!

Great to see you Chris! I always enjoyed your camera review vids. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw your face on the thumbnail for the vid. You do a great job. Keep up the good work!

Love it dude! Thank you!! As a new fly fisher, your videos have been incredibly helpful!

Chris, this camera fan loves seeing you here :)

This guy does an excellent job! Well done! Love your videos.

Most effective strike indicator... any foam fly..

Thoroughly enjoyed your video, I have been fly fishing for over 35 years, (every day is a school day) I mainly fish lakes here in England but I learned a couple of things from the video so thank you very much for the tips Tight Lines Regards Dave

Wow, great video! Very well done! Thank you!

I got the neck lanyard from orvis that comes with clippers,pliers, floantent, tip it and a fly patch for $90 it is great and cheaper than buying each thing individually. I used to use a bulky vest but now I run a small sling pack for a couple fly boxes and a couple spair leaders

I am 47 now and been fly fishing since I was 5 or 6. Took me about 30 years to hook myself. Got it right in the ear on a really windy day saltwater fishing. But get this. The wind layed down and I did it a second then the same day. What in the world? It was on my mind I guess

Perfect thanks 👍

Helped me last time I was in. Super helpful to a guy without a clue.

Awesome video! Great info. I've fished for a long time but never fly fishing. Cant wait!

Well done and very helpful video. Was not aware that anyone still considers lead to be an acceptable material for split shot.

This is a great video for a newbie to watch and learn from

You remind me of somebody Chris Niccolls, I can't quite put my finger on it... I think he worked at a camera store...

Thanks again. Just found your channel and find it very helpful for a newby.

I swear Chris is the voice to all my money sink hobbies.

Plain and simple, you are a bad ass! I enjoy your videos and I learn what I need. Thanks brother. God bless and keep up the good work.

Good information, thanks again!

Great video! You could do a whole separate video on older beginners. I would consider adding a wading staff...especially for older people who are a bit less nimble. Depending on the stream bed rock and bolder size, degree of slipperiness water speed wading can get surprisingly difficult and physically challenging. Having a "third leg" can really make a big difference even in shallow water. Another tip for beginners. Put some time into practicing the 2 or 3 basic knots you will be using. When you are on the water you will be tying knots all he time and fly fishing will get very "old" very quickly if every fly change is a trial.

I should have paid you guys a visit this year when I went to Banff , I will for sure next time when I go to Calgary for sure. Nice store

Chris, awesome video!!! As a beginner, I loved it, very helpful and honest info! Thanks!!!

woow great presentation.......!!!

Thank you for the video! Big DP review fan, so this was great. Thanks again from Texas.

Great video, really interested in fly fishing this video was very informative!

First my teacher in photography, and now I research fishing gear and the teacher appears again! I think I owe you a drink or something by now man haha

Wait.....Chris is now taking me through my fishing gear too! I just went through all the camera gear with him 🤯

Outstanding video!

Very helpful thank you

Finally someone explained the leader / tippet info I needed.. geez to all other vids why so hush on simple terms. thank you

Great vid. Super helpful!

Super helpful!! Thanks much!!

excellent and informative video! 🔥🔥💪🏽💪🏽

Superb beginners equipment tutorial. Well done my friend!

Great info.

Great video!!!

Hey, it’s Chris the camera guy 😊

Great video for beginners ! keep up with the good content.

Cool video man! Didn’t know you made fly fishing videos!!! I love the camera videos!

I can watch this video over and over and will. Very informative. He needs a raise.

For about 56 years I’ve had backpacks for each type of fishing I’m doing. I just grab it and go. Unfortunately it’s gets expensive because there’s a lot of duplication, therefore, I had a small ditty bag that I had put in any backpack I pick up that has the duplicate tools.

Just started in fly fishing.... been shooting cameras awhile now... saw you pop up and was like WTH!!!!? :).

Something that not many flyfishers think about is how you divide the weight on your shoulders. A bag hanging to your side with a lot of stuff in it is not going to be good on your back. Its better to keep the weight even on both shoulders. Have a vest with your most used stuff to be availible whenever, and then keep your other stuff in a evenly strapped backpack

Awesome info Chris as always. Now if you could share which cameras we should use for those fishing trips of a lifetime that isn't our cell phones. Phones are pricey these days and dropping them in the stream could ruin them or be lost forever. You know, something small, economical, and easy to use.

Thank you very helpful fo a beginner learning fly fishing

he, so fun to se you in this video, only see you for all camera Reviews 🙂

Hey, nice video! I am from Calgary as well. I been thinking of getting into fly fishing (I never did any fishing at all, lol) I was thinking of ordering a combo kit on Amazon for $140 but I think I will visit your store sometime soon (June/July 2022) and see what you guys got for beginners combo set.

Great video. I have been fly fishing for about a year and have been putting gink on some of my dry flies that have CDC material 🤦‍♂

This was a great video!

Really, really good video. Where have you been all my life?!

Great video, Chris!

Got an interest in fishing but have no gear. These videos help a lot.

Perfect video haven’t fly fished in 20 years learned a lot 🙏

Chris is the best sales person in internet world

Good thing you covered which nets work best in different situations or types of fish ... fresh, salt water, trout, salmon ....

Mind boggling all this info in 17:16 secs my my . I am headed to a shop and have a sitdown talk with a pro. As you may read I am grenner than grass on the North side of a tree. Oh dear oh dear thanks guys. Sympathy gladly accepted.

Just now realised you are the guy from DPreview! Been fly fishing for 30+ years and started filming to take this hoppy to a new level. Not easy to film myself on multi-day solo hikes in the Scandinavian mountains (which is my primary interest), but hey, who doesn't like challenges 😃.

Wait a minute ......... !!! 5 seconds into the video I recognized you... I thought, the Canadian guy, with camera store... Yes, that's you ! Oh cool, so you're a fly fisherman now ? I can imagine selling cameras in a shop is tough business when people are buying stuff on Amazon or Walmart more these days. Maybe you still have your camera shop, and just wanted to expand your horizon ... anyhow.. cool seeing you again !

That’s some fancy smancy stuff.....

Good lookin flies, I mean you instructor easy on the eyes 😉 I don’t think your flyfishing lessons are near me 🎣

Thank you

Thanks man

Holy salesman batman! Lol....very informative though

Hello. It is a pity that the distance between us is so far, specialists with such knowledge are rare, I would gladly buy something from you, but I greet you on your way.

What about a good beginning rod ? Cabelas ? Dicks ? Whats the list of good beginner rods for not wasting money yet being able to use for a while.

There's nothing wrong with pulling out your limit of stockers, that is the reason they are planted and they can't reproduce so pull em and let there be more room for wild borns!

Lol... beginner 0 hooks on me! If you go in hiking boots you will go for a swim ... if you go on serious streams waders and boots are a must. Make sure the boots are the ones that take studs!

Even if you are a "professional", Paying 100$ for clippers is A big waste of money.

Whats the best rod n reel for a beginner?

Just getting into fly fishing an I love it, but I'm struggling with the cost of a lot of these items. A decent rubber net costs $160. Also finding these items used is difficult because they are poor quality or are gone fast. Hard to afford brand new stuff when in a recession.

Is better be Jordan behind the camera!

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup ru-vid.comUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

say i want to keep the fish and eat it does it matter or nah

Question. I wanna start making flies right. But not sure what size tungsten bead to use. I wanna use a #6 or 8 hook. An 1/16 weight. Cuz I have been using regular ball head jigs. An work great. So any help would be appreciated ty an dope video man

Chris definitely gets the lady’s

What brand are those hemostats with the cutter

when you go fish, you keep talking about cameras or when you go take pictures do you talk about fishing gear?

You review camera right?

I just put like 20 items in my amazon cart. Damn he's a good salesman.

Fisher person! 🤣🤣

That’s a cool bet you’re holding what brand is it?

Where's Jordan? Could use a bit better production :-)

Wait, you're the camera review guy🤔

Mac?

Do they make those sun glasses for people who wear glasses everyday