Xander, you picked up the double haul incredibly fast for a rookie. I've been fly fishing for several decades. It took me months of casting before I started double hauling. I never deliberately tried learning it, it just happened while I was regularly fly fishing. Here's a casting tip: Concentrate on feeling the rod load on the backcast. With a graphite rod, once you've got say 20' of line out, you can feel the line load the rod. Just backcast, pause, feel it load the rod, and then start your forward cast. Thanks for beautimus vids..
Dude - I’ve fly fished for twenty years and when you were casting off the rock, you were actually double hauling… which is somewhat technically difficult for a beginner. Hats off fine sir… well done!
Being a Southern girl, we fished with a cane pole. My dad always had a rod and reel. In the Air Force, we had a buddy who was passionate about fly fishing. Some of the things we learned, which may of may not be true, the fly lure should simulate the flies hitting on the surface of water. We mainly fished for trout and arctic grayling in Alaska. You don’t really “catch” salmon, you snag it. There are rules for that too. Anyway excellent adventure! Thanks for bringing us along.
A tip. I seen it from the start, the hand you grip the rod with you're supposed to use your index finger to 'guide' the fly line while stripping the fly back. It keeps the line closer so you don't have to reach so far foreword to strip (at the rod guide like you were) you curl your index finger loosely to let the line slide through easily. Not bad for a start. When setting the hook, don't lift the rod like conventional gear, you strip set the hook because fly rods are not designed for lifting. Biggest fish for me on fly so far is a 160lb Tarpon. I fly fish Saltwater, Brackish and all types of Freshwater
Great video Xander. TY for sharing. I taught myself to fly-fish 40+ years ago. Casting is important for presentation. The Science is also important. Learn what fish are feeding on what insect and in what stage of growth, and you will outfish anyone, anywhere. Blessings all.
I've seen a dude rock fly fishing with a long stick and one make-shift eyelet on the tip and the line on a spool at his feet. "It's all in the wrist" so he says. This way he didn't have to hike with a clumsy fragile fishing rod through the woods. GREAT VIDEO Xander, always a pleasure to wake up Saturday morning to one of these.
It had to be hard for you to post that lost fish again while you were ice fishing! I will never forget your sorrow during that video. It made me appreciate what we harvest from this earth more. Always love the videos Xander!
Xander, When you draw in your line, draw it in BEHIND your right forefinger so that your finger can control the line. Otherwise, just keep practicing, you'll get it. When done right, fly fishing is the most productive way to fish. I still use my spinning outfit mostly, but if you want to just catch and catch, matching what the fish want with flies is non stop action.
Just subscribed from a recommendation from watching Lost Lakes. This was the first video and I love the quick take editing style. No fluff, just substance. Great job. I will be working my way thru your library. Thanks for the videos.
Honestly not bad, one of the first survival channels I've seen actually be active and not just cast it out then wait. The only advice I could give is tighten up the slack so you have less of that awkward shift from holding the line to reeling in and fight the urge to go hard while flying the lure like you were, distance is pretty much a non-factor. Fish can see the flight of the bugs and if you better mimic their movements by being a bit slower it'll help. The guy who taught me was crazy good and would often have the fish jump out at the lure before it hit the water, he always out fished everyone. In the end it's all just about finding that smooth rhythm and from there you'll learn what works for the fish you are trying to catch.
Loved the video! I have to tell you the same thing my uncle taught me at the age of 10 years. Keep the elbow down by your side. Only lift and drop the forearm. Pause briefly on the back cast giving the line time to straighten then drop the forearm with a slight flick of the wrist. Let the rod do the work. I am looking forward to your next video demonstration.
I gotta admit Zander....I watch a lot of camping/canoeing/fishing videos....but yours are by far the most entertaining and amusing...you personality just makes me smile and laugh...don't ever change bro 😝👍
Fly fishing is certainly an art form, watching someone do it well is amazing. You can run a fly on a spin rod. Tie on your fly to a piece of line (80-100cm), then tie on a float (half filled with water) then tie on your main line. The water filled float gives you weight for casting, but still floats, and the fly (either wet/dry) sits on the surface or drops down.
I fill completely happy 😊♥️♥️♥️and in love after I watch your incredible Ang great video..I love you ❤️ more I think I'm in love with you..take 😘 care..
I saw your video where you talked about being sober for almost a year and just wanted to say that we are still proud of you, Keep up the great videos! :)
Your forward cast and back cast should be similar to the motion of hammering a nail into a wall...the sudden stop will help to propel your fly. Snap your wrist to a stop at 10 o'clock before lowering your arm down on your final forward cast. Tight loops!
How funny, I was just thinking today that I hadn't seen a video of Xander and this one popped up. Really enjoy your videos. I love the nature views, beautiful scenery!
Jackpot! Chaga below the holes left by a yellow-bellied sapsucker. Yes, that's a legit type of woodpecker. Love that you tried something new, Xander. Fantastic food fest!
Sure the fly fishing starts out as an idea, then you go out and even make a couple of good casts, maybe catch a fish or two on the fly...then you look at what you are casting and think that you can make a realistic fly too, you start to tie flies in your free time. Before you realize it, you're hooked😉 Great videos and another great adventure👍
@@deansouthern97 It's possible to think something is awesome without finishing it. The intro was hilarious, and I always enjoy his content so I commented, screw me for showing support for a content creator I like I guess lol.
I love watching these videos!! I just found out about your channel about a month ago, and now I can’t stop watching them! I want to travel to Canada and do a whole camping trip
Great video! I remember with much fondness my first fish on a fly rod. It was a magical moment and I spent many happy years after that as a trout chaser. So nice to see someone enjoying the outdoors like you do.
For a first try with a fly rod, you did very well. One of the other great advantages of fly fishing is that your lure can be in the water all the time, unlike spinning. Learn to do a roll cast to help a lot with fly placement and your hits will increase even more. Read the water and you'll have a good idea of where fish are likely to be.
Just came upon your channel. Love your videos. Grateful Jim Baird, The Adventure, is one of your favorites. New subscriber from Ohio USA. Blessings always.
great video as usual, love your attitude and everything you do. gotta appreciate the last shot where you start rowing with the canoe thanks again xander.
Love your content!!! Made me think of what to cook and many different ways to cook food/cooking fires. Also wanna go hit up the rivers. Also that video your watching to learn was Mad River Outfitter Channel. That’s where I learned how to fly fish!! Watched and went out to try. Took a minute but getting better.. like that you caught something on your fly rod. I have a Reddington also waders. Just got my 2nd fly rod new reel too ,To catch a fish after just watching how to vids .. it’s AMAZING SO FUN!! Keep up the great work.
Hey Xander it’s nice to see you looking well again. For a while there I was quite worried about you because you looked like you had lost weight but now it’s great to see your face filled out nicely. You have my sons physique and he worries me when he doesn’t look well nourished either. Enjoy your bush camping and bush cooking 😀. Best place to get well
Yayyyyyy camping is back again and so is fishing loved it 😍 so much more camping 🏕and last but not least let’s all appreciate the visuals and the camera work behind it.
Honestly very good for your first time fly fishing, you'll get it in no time! And you were doing the double haul too man nobody does that on their first!!
The only way I ever fished was with a fly rod and barbless hook. Evens the playing field for the fish, plus the gracefulness is quite zen. Great channel. Tks. Montreal.
There’s just something about watching this man that relaxes me so much. Also watching him cook makes me wanna try it for myself ! lol he seems like a good person to have on your team in a survival situation. 👏😎
It is so relaxing and fun to see you enjoying nature. I am happy you record and share it. I am also up for recording a hike later this summer. But a scary one! I will have a little sleep over in a haunted forest. Not so relaxing, I guess. Fishing is a lot harder than people think. I never got a fish and I must admit it felt good to see you struggle with that too. 😆🌸
Xander, you are a pleasure to watch. I’m impressed with your ever growing skill levels as an outdoorsman, and now Fly Fishing, wow. As always, watching you eat is an adventure too!
Xander Quick comment on how to make THE best cowboy coffee ever Cowboy Coffee ! 1) Coffee grounds/water in kettle, use double the amount of water to account for the evaporation during the boil phase 2) Bring to boil 3) Rolling boil for 8 minutes 4) Remove heat 5) Let stand for 1 minute 6) Pour
Something I'm starting to enjoy in your videos is to be able to watch the change of seasons in nature. From snow, to sunny, rainny and so on. It's interesting since here in Brazil all we have is either sun or rain
I remember when we we’re in camping with my brother he doesn’t want his eggs broken unlike mine just chuck them all in a pan like Xander cooking.Thanks for the videos always looking forward for your videos.
Xander! An ideea if I may. I like to try your meals every time I have the chance 🙂 It's hard to find the right section in the video where you are cooking and the video I know you cooked something delicious. Maybe it would possible to make clips with only you cooking. This is useful for sharing a little clip, or to save it for future adventures 🙂
I shoulda watched this in the evening, so I could have had a drink to brace myself before watching the fly fishing. 😀 You idea of the advantages of fly fishing are way off, but the same as most people who’ve never done it. To me fly fishing is by far the best way to fish rivers and especially streams. It’s just a better tool for the job, but it’s also just a more fun way in other situations. Also, it’s something you can fall deep deep into, and many fishermen study the local insects, hatches , nymphs etc etc.. so they have a way better idea of what fish are eating, so often more likely to catch, but not always. I ended up building my own rods, and spent a fortune setting up a rather large fly trying "shop". I spent years tying and testing patterns. It can be quite a hobby. But it’s not always the best tool for the job, and frankly I’m much more likely to grabs spinning rod. Anyway, keep it up, and for sure you’ll get it. Being willing to learn and having humility are two traits you seem to have, and will almost guarantee success.
Great work Zander! I preferred to fly fish in streams and rivers; I have had moderate success trolling with a fly. Try it one day! One thing for sure, I’ll never be able to match how much you eat and the combinations!! Never tried Tabasco sauce and maple syrup… 😂
The way you manage to film all of this has really gotten to me..... You leave your camera, head on out with a boat with all the stuff. Then have to go back in order to retrieve the camera.... Or, you have to get up a mountain, leave a camera and then get back to get your backpack (or boat on top of your head)....insane amount of work goes in your videos and i just wanna say..GOOD JOB! Love your content!
I've fly fished quite a bit,, and used lures and the spinning reel, on that reversible fly rod spinning rod by eagle claw in a four piece packing rod.. The new thing for me is sitting in a Wee Lassie and casting.. Thats weird.. I'm used to standing and casting.. You'll get to where you can sling that fly over your shoulder and or vertically from your waste level, sideways.. The canoe for me is a new experience..
Did you know that in Ireland, arugula is called Rocket? Fascinating, huh? 😆 The things I learn watching the Try channel 😁 We now return you back to the video
Hey Xander, glad to see you were watching Brian and his crew at Mad River Outfitters. Convinced me to get my fly rod back out. Blue Line Flies and Wild Fly are good channels too. Don't give up and keep practicing.
Awesome video Xander, thank you! Such an amazing combination of gorgeous nature, delicious food, and useful camping tips! And you have a great sense of humor that always entertains. Two questions: 1. How do you manage to get through these trips without getting devoured by hordes of bloodthirsty mosquitoes? 2. Did you encounter any more dingle grass on this adventure? 😉
Awesome video. It's cool to be a beginner and I look forward to your progress. From what I see there's a bit too much movement with your elbow when casting. On your cell the guy mentioned "opening a screen door". That's all the movement you need, it's basically all your forearm doing the work and try to keep the rod straight up. The timing is the tough part, when to go forward and when to go back. It's a fun way to fish and I hope you stick with it. Go to Quetico the first 2 weeks in june and blast some 20 inch smallmouths on poppers. That would be a fun time!
A good advice to learn fly fishing is to start taking lesions. It is harder to correct the mistakes after a while instead of correcting them from the start. It is wise to learn the fundamentals and ground principles from someone that knows the craft. I love your videos, and are really impressed by the amount of calories you digest from your meals! Keep up the good work!
Hey guys, This person posting about a camping giveaway is not me and I've reported him! Hope yall are doing good :D
I won!! Lol 😂 silly hackers!
@@Sterlthepearl6960 haha I win too
Thanks for the heads up Zander....I never win anything : ( haha
Darn. I thought I’d get to go fishing with you Zander.
I thought I won a skillet and a pound of bacon. Darn!
Time to feed our mental health with something good with Xander's relaxing videos. Never thought I'd be this hooked to camping videos!
And why I don't watch T.V anymore...
Xander is the shit, bro.
@@StevenPGonzalez626 what do you mean by that?
@@marconavaleza6826 It is American slang. Means that Xander is pretty awesome!! Nothing bad.
@@kentuckyhiker7071 yeah I also thought about it, I just wanna make sure. Thanks for clarifying!
The rain hitting the tarp is the one thing that will never get old for me its just so calming
This dude is just living his best life and shares it with the world, thank you so much!
Xander, you picked up the double haul incredibly fast for a rookie. I've been fly fishing for several decades. It took me months of casting before I started double hauling. I never deliberately tried learning it, it just happened while I was regularly fly fishing. Here's a casting tip: Concentrate on feeling the rod load on the backcast. With a graphite rod, once you've got say 20' of line out, you can feel the line load the rod. Just backcast, pause, feel it load the rod, and then start your forward cast. Thanks for beautimus vids..
Dude - I’ve fly fished for twenty years and when you were casting off the rock, you were actually double hauling… which is somewhat technically difficult for a beginner. Hats off fine sir… well done!
Yup. That was amazing.
Call me a pro then 😂😂
Being a Southern girl, we fished with a cane pole. My dad always had a rod and reel. In the Air Force, we had a buddy who was passionate about fly fishing. Some of the things we learned, which may of may not be true, the fly lure should simulate the flies hitting on the surface of water. We mainly fished for trout and arctic grayling in Alaska. You don’t really “catch” salmon, you snag it. There are rules for that too. Anyway excellent adventure! Thanks for bringing us along.
True for sockeyes but you can catch silvers all day in the rivers
This show I save for late nights to calm down. Been here for a long time. Glad to see the journey.
A tip. I seen it from the start, the hand you grip the rod with you're supposed to use your index finger to 'guide' the fly line while stripping the fly back. It keeps the line closer so you don't have to reach so far foreword to strip (at the rod guide like you were) you curl your index finger loosely to let the line slide through easily. Not bad for a start. When setting the hook, don't lift the rod like conventional gear, you strip set the hook because fly rods are not designed for lifting. Biggest fish for me on fly so far is a 160lb Tarpon. I fly fish Saltwater, Brackish and all types of Freshwater
Great video Xander. TY for sharing. I taught myself to fly-fish 40+ years ago. Casting is important for presentation. The Science is also important. Learn what fish are feeding on what insect and in what stage of growth, and you will outfish anyone, anywhere. Blessings all.
I love how he has to paddle his way back for the camera at the end. Too much work🤣🤣 doesn’t go unnoticed Xander!
Yeah buddy! Love getting the alert that there’s another Xander episode to watch. Made my day!
I've seen a dude rock fly fishing with a long stick and one make-shift eyelet on the tip and the line on a spool at his feet. "It's all in the wrist" so he says. This way he didn't have to hike with a clumsy fragile fishing rod through the woods. GREAT VIDEO Xander, always a pleasure to wake up Saturday morning to one of these.
came for your camping food. always top notch!
It had to be hard for you to post that lost fish again while you were ice fishing! I will never forget your sorrow during that video. It made me appreciate what we harvest from this earth more. Always love the videos Xander!
Xander, When you draw in your line, draw it in BEHIND your right forefinger so that your finger can control the line. Otherwise, just keep practicing, you'll get it. When done right, fly fishing is the most productive way to fish. I still use my spinning outfit mostly, but if you want to just catch and catch, matching what the fish want with flies is non stop action.
Just subscribed from a recommendation from watching Lost Lakes. This was the first video and I love the quick take editing style. No fluff, just substance. Great job. I will be working my way thru your library. Thanks for the videos.
Always look forward to these. The fire building and food prep are always my fav!
Honestly not bad, one of the first survival channels I've seen actually be active and not just cast it out then wait. The only advice I could give is tighten up the slack so you have less of that awkward shift from holding the line to reeling in and fight the urge to go hard while flying the lure like you were, distance is pretty much a non-factor. Fish can see the flight of the bugs and if you better mimic their movements by being a bit slower it'll help. The guy who taught me was crazy good and would often have the fish jump out at the lure before it hit the water, he always out fished everyone.
In the end it's all just about finding that smooth rhythm and from there you'll learn what works for the fish you are trying to catch.
Well done! You went out and gave it a go. Can't do more than that. And you caught fish!
Loved the video! I have to tell you the same thing my uncle taught me at the age of 10 years. Keep the elbow down by your side. Only lift and drop the forearm. Pause briefly on the back cast giving the line time to straighten then drop the forearm with a slight flick of the wrist. Let the rod do the work. I am looking forward to your next video demonstration.
I gotta admit Zander....I watch a lot of camping/canoeing/fishing videos....but yours are by far the most entertaining and amusing...you personality just makes me smile and laugh...don't ever change bro 😝👍
This man’s unintentionally funny and I love him for that!!
Love your videos Xander! Missing the drone shots and the ferro rod magic :) Thanks for sharing with everyone!
Thanks Xander... I needed this this am... it was fun to watch and made me smile almost as wide as you did when you "caught" your first bass.
Yep, 😄agree! Big smile
Fly fishing is certainly an art form, watching someone do it well is amazing. You can run a fly on a spin rod. Tie on your fly to a piece of line (80-100cm), then tie on a float (half filled with water) then tie on your main line. The water filled float gives you weight for casting, but still floats, and the fly (either wet/dry) sits on the surface or drops down.
Wow you're in an actual tent!.. Brilliant as always... Best outdoor pursuits videomaker/outdoorsman on the planet.
I completely feel your pain with fly fishing. I bought myself a rod and the struggle has been real. Great video as always!
I fill completely happy 😊♥️♥️♥️and in love after I watch your incredible Ang great video..I love you ❤️ more I think I'm in love with you..take 😘 care..
I saw your video where you talked about being sober for almost a year and just wanted to say that we are still proud of you, Keep up the great videos! :)
Yes! Watching you watch a RUclips video is satisfying. Keep at it Xan
Your forward cast and back cast should be similar to the motion of hammering a nail into a wall...the sudden stop will help to propel your fly. Snap your wrist to a stop at 10 o'clock before lowering your arm down on your final forward cast. Tight loops!
How funny, I was just thinking today that I hadn't seen a video of Xander and this one popped up. Really enjoy your videos. I love the nature views, beautiful scenery!
Jackpot! Chaga below the holes left by a yellow-bellied sapsucker. Yes, that's a legit type of woodpecker. Love that you tried something new, Xander. Fantastic food fest!
Sure the fly fishing starts out as an idea, then you go out and even make a couple of good casts, maybe catch a fish or two on the fly...then you look at what you are casting and think that you can make a realistic fly too, you start to tie flies in your free time. Before you realize it, you're hooked😉
Great videos and another great adventure👍
Fly fishing is a fickle friend while learning, taking more than giving. I found trolling with a fly was super productive, especially in a canoe.
Thanks for sharing another great video. Huge breakfast. Keep up with the fly fishing. I'm sure you'll be great in no time
THANK YOU XANDER FOR THE AWESOME CONTENT!!! FAVOURITE CHANNEL ON YT
Awesome video as always Xander, one of the best channels on YT.
You haven’t even watched it there was 6 minutes between him uploading and you typing this comment hahahaha
@@deansouthern97 reliably good content, always. I like them early too so I don't forget! 😉
@@deansouthern97 It's possible to think something is awesome without finishing it. The intro was hilarious, and I always enjoy his content so I commented, screw me for showing support for a content creator I like I guess lol.
I love watching these videos!! I just found out about your channel about a month ago, and now I can’t stop watching them! I want to travel to Canada and do a whole camping trip
Absolutely love your videos mate, wish we had more places like this in the uk.
Great video! I remember with much fondness my first fish on a fly rod. It was a magical moment and I spent many happy years after that as a trout chaser. So nice to see someone enjoying the outdoors like you do.
Fly fishing brings a new step to your proximity with nature , if you get hooked , its hard to go back to spinning
Wieder ein echt super Video!
Sehr schöne Plätze....und das Essen ist echt immer der Wahnsinn;)
thank you xander you always cure my sadness by watching your vids you are my comfort youtuber :DD i love you bud
For a first try with a fly rod, you did very well. One of the other great advantages of fly fishing is that your lure can be in the water all the time, unlike spinning. Learn to do a roll cast to help a lot with fly placement and your hits will increase even more. Read the water and you'll have a good idea of where fish are likely to be.
Just came upon your channel. Love your videos. Grateful Jim Baird, The Adventure, is one of your favorites. New subscriber from Ohio USA. Blessings always.
This was such a peaceful video. I really appreciate ur vids Xander. Keep up the good work
Yeah man, you're videos are what real camping is about 👌👍👏. Contents, very informative and entertaining. Enjoy viewing most of your videos.
Little miff at missing the fish 🐠 cook.
great video as usual, love your attitude and everything you do.
gotta appreciate the last shot where you start rowing with the canoe
thanks again xander.
I'm liking your trips , your videos are very good. I look forward to seeing more.
Love your content!!! Made me think of what to cook and many different ways to cook food/cooking fires. Also wanna go hit up the rivers. Also that video your watching to learn was Mad River Outfitter Channel. That’s where I learned how to fly fish!! Watched and went out to try. Took a minute but getting better.. like that you caught something on your fly rod. I have a Reddington also waders. Just got my 2nd fly rod new reel too ,To catch a fish after just watching how to vids .. it’s AMAZING SO FUN!! Keep up the great work.
Hey Xander it’s nice to see you looking well again. For a while there I was quite worried about you because you looked like you had lost weight but now it’s great to see your face filled out nicely. You have my sons physique and he worries me when he doesn’t look well nourished either. Enjoy your bush camping and bush cooking 😀. Best place to get well
Awesome!! Your vids are definitely relaxing and great to watch!! Thanks for posting!!
Thanks!
I think it's great watching you enjoy life! Thanks for the amazing adventures.
Yayyyyyy camping is back again and so is fishing loved it 😍 so much more camping 🏕and last but not least let’s all appreciate the visuals and the camera work behind it.
Honestly very good for your first time fly fishing, you'll get it in no time! And you were doing the double haul too man nobody does that on their first!!
Love when you catch a fish. Your just like a kid.
The only way I ever fished was with a fly rod and barbless hook. Evens the playing field for the fish, plus the gracefulness is quite zen. Great channel. Tks. Montreal.
There’s just something about watching this man that relaxes me so much. Also watching him cook makes me wanna try it for myself ! lol he seems like a good person to have on your team in a survival situation. 👏😎
What beautiful and relaxing summer days.
It is so relaxing and fun to see you enjoying nature. I am happy you record and share it. I am also up for recording a hike later this summer. But a scary one! I will have a little sleep over in a haunted forest. Not so relaxing, I guess. Fishing is a lot harder than people think. I never got a fish and I must admit it felt good to see you struggle with that too. 😆🌸
Xander, you are a pleasure to watch. I’m impressed with your ever growing skill levels as an outdoorsman, and now Fly Fishing, wow. As always, watching you eat is an adventure too!
Thanks
brilliant Xander - you caught a fish and got your double-haul going on your first trip - not many can say that
You not taking yourself too seriously is the best thing on your channel.
Xander
Quick comment on how to make THE best cowboy coffee ever
Cowboy Coffee !
1) Coffee grounds/water in kettle, use double the amount of water to account for the evaporation during the boil phase
2) Bring to boil
3) Rolling boil for 8 minutes
4) Remove heat
5) Let stand for 1 minute
6) Pour
Thanks Xander, but what # are you referring ?
Something I'm starting to enjoy in your videos is to be able to watch the change of seasons in nature. From snow, to sunny, rainny and so on. It's interesting since here in Brazil all we have is either sun or rain
What a nice treat. Another video from Xander. Woot woot.
Thanks for another great experience.
I remember when we we’re in camping with my brother he doesn’t want his eggs broken unlike mine just chuck them all in a pan like Xander cooking.Thanks for the videos always looking forward for your videos.
Xander! An ideea if I may. I like to try your meals every time I have the chance 🙂 It's hard to find the right section in the video where you are cooking and the video I know you cooked something delicious.
Maybe it would possible to make clips with only you cooking. This is useful for sharing a little clip, or to save it for future adventures 🙂
Another great video man keep them coming 👍🏼
I shoulda watched this in the evening, so I could have had a drink to brace myself before watching the fly fishing. 😀
You idea of the advantages of fly fishing are way off, but the same as most people who’ve never done it. To me fly fishing is by far the best way to fish rivers and especially streams. It’s just a better tool for the job, but it’s also just a more fun way in other situations.
Also, it’s something you can fall deep deep into, and many fishermen study the local insects, hatches , nymphs etc etc.. so they have a way better idea of what fish are eating, so often more likely to catch, but not always.
I ended up building my own rods, and spent a fortune setting up a rather large fly trying "shop". I spent years tying and testing patterns. It can be quite a hobby. But it’s not always the best tool for the job, and frankly I’m much more likely to grabs spinning rod.
Anyway, keep it up, and for sure you’ll get it. Being willing to learn and having humility are two traits you seem to have, and will almost guarantee success.
Such a legend Xander! love the videos all the way from New Zealand
Loved this one, Xander! Awesome video, beautiful shots. 🏕❤️🌳
Great work Zander! I preferred to fly fish in streams and rivers; I have had moderate success trolling with a fly. Try it one day! One thing for sure, I’ll never be able to match how much you eat and the combinations!! Never tried Tabasco sauce and maple syrup… 😂
Best series on RUclips. Full stop.
The way you manage to film all of this has really gotten to me.....
You leave your camera, head on out with a boat with all the stuff. Then have to go back in order to retrieve the camera....
Or, you have to get up a mountain, leave a camera and then get back to get your backpack (or boat on top of your head)....insane amount of work goes in your videos and i just wanna say..GOOD JOB! Love your content!
I've fly fished quite a bit,, and used lures and the spinning reel, on that reversible fly rod spinning rod by eagle claw in a four piece packing rod.. The new thing for me is sitting in a Wee Lassie and casting.. Thats weird.. I'm used to standing and casting.. You'll get to where you can sling that fly over your shoulder and or vertically from your waste level, sideways.. The canoe for me is a new experience..
I appreciate the dedication to that final shot.
What a beautiful place ! Do it again at this spot !!!!! PLEACE !
Did you know that in Ireland, arugula is called Rocket?
Fascinating, huh? 😆
The things I learn watching the Try channel 😁
We now return you back to the video
Hey Xander, glad to see you were watching Brian and his crew at Mad River Outfitters. Convinced me to get my fly rod back out. Blue Line Flies and Wild Fly are good channels too. Don't give up and keep practicing.
Every season is bulking season for Xander, that boy can eat! Looking jacked too! Love my the videos man, easily one of my favorite channels of 2022!
Awesome video Xander, thank you! Such an amazing combination of gorgeous nature, delicious food, and useful camping tips! And you have a great sense of humor that always entertains. Two questions:
1. How do you manage to get through these trips without getting devoured by hordes of bloodthirsty mosquitoes?
2. Did you encounter any more dingle grass on this adventure? 😉
Great video Xander! Love the Tabasco syrup combo!
Three fav camping channels for me , yours , mav, and go4x4.
Awesome video. It's cool to be a beginner and I look forward to your progress. From what I see there's a bit too much movement with your elbow when casting. On your cell the guy mentioned "opening a screen door". That's all the movement you need, it's basically all your forearm doing the work and try to keep the rod straight up. The timing is the tough part, when to go forward and when to go back. It's a fun way to fish and I hope you stick with it. Go to Quetico the first 2 weeks in june and blast some 20 inch smallmouths on poppers. That would be a fun time!
Love the Orvis fly-fishing tutorial between casts lol -- another great video! cheers from North Bay ON
Keep hitting that jump, dude. It took me a lot longer to catch my first fish on a fly, but I never looked back.
congratulations on youre first fish on the fly rod great tip for learning fly fishing its all in the wrist
The ol' Budnick breakfast special! Camping ain't the same without it.
Wow great videoo, good place.. thankyou my friend fot sharing your video!
I really enjoyed it my man, Xander! As always great adventure. Happy for your first timer with fly fishing. 🤠✌️
love ur silly side man cool campings!🤪👏😁
Lol I love how at 5:30 you stir the coffee with a log and the next screen you can clearly see spoons and forks that arguably would have worked better
A good advice to learn fly fishing is to start taking lesions. It is harder to correct the mistakes after a while instead of correcting them from the start. It is wise to learn the fundamentals and ground principles from someone that knows the craft. I love your videos, and are really impressed by the amount of calories you digest from your meals! Keep up the good work!
the most impressive part of this awesome video was the amount of food you were able to put down
Great video! Always fun to watch.
Thanks!👍