Impossible To Catch (unicorn of fly fishing)

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  • Опубликовано: 4 янв 2025

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  • @TheOutdoorAussie
    @TheOutdoorAussie Год назад +24

    Great to see that your making this transition or loop back to an extremely exciting and addictive form of fishing. 👍

  • @adamsmith3996
    @adamsmith3996 Год назад +14

    As a fly fisherman for years I'm really excited for this. Glad your giving it a go bud ! Yemen ! Edit. No heckle here . Your doing fantastic. More please. Cheers from N.Y !

  • @falaazismail5657
    @falaazismail5657 Год назад +3

    That joy on Brooksy face is real. Emotional. Love it.

  • @mulletsfishing5703
    @mulletsfishing5703 Год назад +3

    Love it Brooksy. A few years ago i decided to teach myself how to fly fish with 0 experience and no one to teach me. This is the stuff that makes fishing so amazing! No matter how much you know there’s always more. Great vid, keen for the next one.

  • @BenSoedira
    @BenSoedira Год назад +7

    So stoked to see this move to fly fishing, this is the transition we all didn't know we needed!! Can't wait to see your high quality content with a fly rod. Would love to see you stalking some Oz bonefish!!

  • @julian9579
    @julian9579 Год назад +3

    They set you up with some very nice gear but there are a few things you should probably still get:
    Some fly fishing gloves that have soft leather pads on your fingers where you strip your line trough, stronger fish that run hard and fast will burn tf out of your fingers 😂, and when you do some streamer fishing its also gonna keep the line from slowly grinding into your skin, thats especialy bad with salt on the line and its a spot that takes ages to heal since you move it all the time.
    Then get some streamers, im sure matt could point you in the right direction on what to get, you could probably also tie easy patterns like clousers yourself which saves you a bit of money if you already have some tying stuff and a vice.
    Then probably get some casting practice in but you will get good over time, also casting and shooting different lines (floating, sink tip or full sink) is quite different, fly casting is a lot more complicated compared to spinning gear but there is a lot of stuff about casting techniques and casting different line types on youtube, or just learn stuff from friends who know what they are doing 😂.
    Maybe learn some loop knots for your fly connections like the non slip loop knot, perfection loop..... just use what you like and maybe do some knot strenght testing with a scale, loop knots are very important for fly action since you dont have a swivel or splitring to act as a hinge for a free better action.
    There are some foam knobs that you slip over your fly reel knob, they are light so your reel is still balanced and doesnt wobble on fast runs and it avoids getting your knuckles busted by your reel handle when you let go of it when a fish runs, maybe see if you can find some of those.
    Also maybe put a cover over your reel when you are not fishing to protect the flyline from the sun, this will make them last a bit longer.
    Also dont really trust those welded loops in fly lines, they can fail, something like a nail knot is more secure but do some research on what to use on heavy gear like your 10wt.
    Other than that you are probably set, you will just learn stuff over time just like when you started using spinning gear 😄

  • @TACOINSURANCE
    @TACOINSURANCE Год назад +1

    Love to see this, I’ll be watching this series with enthusiasm. I want to get into fly fishing this year and love seeing other people doing the same.
    You need a net man. That’s how you land a fish fly fishing. Or just Brooksy him into the boat. Well done!

  • @SledorFish
    @SledorFish Год назад +3

    Yes, stoked to see some fly fishing mixed into the vids! After doing a Christmas Island fishing trip in 2019 one of my dream trips is to fly fish and travel Australia. Such an amazing variety of fishing you guys have down there.

  • @tippydaytona4900
    @tippydaytona4900 20 дней назад

    LOVE the fly fishing content!

  • @ch0cchip704
    @ch0cchip704 5 месяцев назад

    Brilliant effort for someone unfamiliar with the fly it gets easily, saltwater fish run so well, I've mostly fly fish freshwater but will make the move to saltwater a little limited in the UK but still some fun can be had.

  • @polderfest
    @polderfest Год назад

    man love the flyfishing videos. i stopped spinnin since i discovered fly fishing. it changed my live. Loved seeing the joy on your face when you realised you hooked that fish .. My best from Belgium.

  • @rockfly8384
    @rockfly8384 Год назад +1

    Heck yeah, awesome video mate, can't wait to see more fly fishing!! Peter Morse's Arbor to Fly DVD is great for all fly fishing knots. Having some braided mono is also very handy.

  • @mrcrankyank
    @mrcrankyank Год назад +1

    Ooof got me motivated to drag the old fly gear out. Got an 8wt custom built but Jonesy on the GC in like ‘98 and used to spend my school afternoons tying my own flys. Remember drifting into Queenie schools in the Broadwater and on fly it was so much fun!

  • @alexmeynink2262
    @alexmeynink2262 Год назад +1

    Nice work Brooksy, i started the self taught journey with trout in Tasmania and has been great to extend the learning to saltwater. Look forward to seeing more fly fishing content...amazing fishery you have up there. That new Sportsman looks ideal for fly fishing.

  • @GB-cm6yy
    @GB-cm6yy Год назад +1

    I could watch this content all day. I never trust those pre-made loops on my fly lines though. Morsie has some great tutorials on making your own braided loops....and they've never let me down. Looking forward to more swoffing

  • @reeleasy8670
    @reeleasy8670 Год назад +2

    Started fly fishing for Corbina in Southern California, USA three years ago. All off the beach in ankle deep surf. One of the most exciting fish to catch on a fly rod in California.

  • @Sir_Defyable
    @Sir_Defyable Год назад

    I am no professional but well past average enthusiast levels in fishing, and I have fallen in love (again) with fly fishing many times in my years on the water. Many will say it’s “the only way” or something along those lines but I’ve found there’s so many ways to enjoy fishing and as long as you are doing it for the right reasons, there’s no harm in changing gears as you wish. One thing I can say for sure- fly fishing experiences will make a spin fisher a better spin fisher, and the other way round also. There’s overlap between all techniques and somebody who spends time mastering many styles will reap the benefits across the board. Excited to see what you learn and carry with you into other types of fishing, and looking forward to seeing you put that bug chucking rod to work!

  • @leighcook5088
    @leighcook5088 3 месяца назад

    Great entertainment really enjoyed your style - so keep going and enjoy

  • @LostFishingAus
    @LostFishingAus Год назад +1

    Im one weeks pay away from ordering my first ever flie outfit, and the thought of having to start my whole catalogue of fish all over again on flie is REALLY EXCITING! and daunting! really enjoyed this Ep bro, and having only ever landed one tuskie, I genuinely know how you must feel! take care brah

  • @LG-yo6mj
    @LG-yo6mj Год назад +2

    That's so cool man. Good things happen to good people 👍

  • @ArbyCreations
    @ArbyCreations Год назад +1

    I have about the same story with fly, I did quite a lot of salt fly in a really bad area for fishing salt fly... I could go months between fish after fishing almost daily but it was always still fun. I love casting fly.

  • @prawn.dealer
    @prawn.dealer Год назад +2

    Stoked to see you picking up the fly rod Brooksy. Looking like a full blown fly fisherman. Variety is the spice of life mate. Hit some creeks for a jack next. I bought my first fly rod a few weeks back, spooled her all up then realised I had to change it to right hand and that I'd wound the line the wrong way around the reel. Classic fly kook. surely left handed is the go. Keen to hear if you get used to it or not.

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +4

      Hahaha wait till i have my simms fanny pack on wading the flats then I’ll look legit 😂 it’s all learning aye, frustrating but so fun

  • @christiansethi938
    @christiansethi938 Год назад

    Getting in there and giving it a go mate, good stuff 🍻 inspired me to give it a crack!

  • @mattkoselowski-wh9vj
    @mattkoselowski-wh9vj Год назад

    I learnt myself to fly fish in the High Canadian Arctic. - Man I caught some absolute monsters, up to 70lb's. Used Thomas & Thomas 9wt with Abel reel.....Massive Lake Trout, Arctic Char, Pike, Innconnu and many others, but Char and Lakers are the absolute best....... The BEST fishing is up around Taloyoak in Nunavut, and also North of Tuktoyaktuk, and also Ulukhaktok ( Holman ). Look those places up. Millions of lakes and no people, except a few hundred Inuit. I can't wait to get Permit/Bones and GT's on fly in FNQ and Barra.... You are one lucky bastard Brooksy!. Do yourself a mischief mate!

  • @ernsthorn2788
    @ernsthorn2788 Год назад

    I've gotta say Brooksy, this fly fishing bit, along with your beloved cat (Yeaman?) makes me like you a lot more. Seems there's more depth to Jonny B... And the GT on the fly video? OMG. The stuff of dreams.

  • @louisfishingodyssey
    @louisfishingodyssey Год назад

    Absolutely loved the episode Brooksy , I started the same journey a couple of years ago and bloody love the fly now. Nothing like a new challenge to re stoke the fishing fire 🤙Ticked off a Banga on topwater fly this summer on the Gold Coast myself, so stoked ! Can't wait for more of this stuff mate , that tuskie was next level !! 👌 epic

  • @MopFlyProductions.
    @MopFlyProductions. Месяц назад

    This is great! We were lucky enough to get to check out fishing for tuskies, Not so lucky on the outcome... but what a cool fish!

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Месяц назад +1

      Yeah they can be temperamental bastards. Awesome when it comes together though

  • @briankogan6871
    @briankogan6871 Год назад +1

    So sick Brooksy the genuine stoke is what its all about!! Happy for you!!!

  • @thomasjarosz7406
    @thomasjarosz7406 Год назад +1

    Brooks, That was Amazing. I think you should try for a Big Spanish. Use Steel leader Ofcoarse..Here in the USA I fish for Musky sometimes with a Flyrod. The strike is sometime you'll never forget.
    Stay safe Watch out for cyclones. GOd Bless

  • @loganbrill6849
    @loganbrill6849 Год назад

    Haha just know thats a very very nice rod and reel combo!

  • @deanross3746
    @deanross3746 Год назад

    🤣🤣Brooksy done it again lmao🤦. Bloke nice second cast Awesome job👍🤘

  • @rodmcneight
    @rodmcneight Год назад +1

    Awesome work mate, been a fly fisherman myself. The takes are amazing in the salt. Love your videos man

  • @ceciliocervantesterrones9402
    @ceciliocervantesterrones9402 Год назад

    Good fisherman You,Brigssy and Cavy saludos amigos from La PAz B.C.S Mexico .....I have 66 years and like fishing

  • @colzyfishing8938
    @colzyfishing8938 Год назад +1

    Great stuff, you will get plenty of species ticked off on a 10 weight knowing the spots you know looking forward to the videos

  • @marto_sauce9564
    @marto_sauce9564 Год назад

    Love it🔥 keen for ol Brooksy to show us his skills on the vise

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад

      Hahaha bro i cant even remember how to do. I’ll dig out an old box of flies though and see if they work at some stage

  • @stephenlatimer1428
    @stephenlatimer1428 Год назад

    doing the fly again must have brought bak some great memories wen u where a lad. another string to the bow now mate. looking forward to the reef flats n barra action with the harry potter.

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +1

      Cheers mate! Also a big froth refresh to have something new to start from scratch!

  • @s2561828
    @s2561828 Год назад

    A trick I learned to putting the right amount of backing on reels - fill your reels in reverse (ie fly line first), then fill your spool with the backing line to the correct fill amount. Then use an empty spool and battery drill to take it all off again, transfer it to another spool with the drill again, then finally back onto the reel.
    Sounds like a pain in the butt, but honestly with the drill it only takes a minute to take it off/transfer it, and then you get a perfect fill every time.

  • @user-oj9sv4vx6o
    @user-oj9sv4vx6o Год назад +1

    its a fun way to fish, watch a few Lefty Kreh casting tutorials and to put hurt on a fish in the fight keep the rod tip low and use the power in the butt of the rod, love your work

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад

      Been watching a lot of fly vids, I’ll have to check him out. Cheers mate

  • @PouriaFishing
    @PouriaFishing Год назад

    congratulations that was amazing , catching fish on fly is another level !!!

  • @mattdoesflyfishing
    @mattdoesflyfishing Год назад

    Rock star dude!

  • @xaviersegon7482
    @xaviersegon7482 Год назад +1

    Amazing video brooksy.
    Keep up the good work.👍

  • @jasonreed8527
    @jasonreed8527 Год назад

    I got myself a flyrod a while ago and nailed a 70cm barras first cast. Scared the crap out of me but it's bloody addictive. Keep it coming.

  • @tonyallen8626
    @tonyallen8626 Год назад +1

    Awesome video, next video it would be cool to see how you tied your leader to the fly line

  • @PeachyFlyFishing
    @PeachyFlyFishing Год назад +1

    Hahaha! Unreal Brooksy, well done. I'm all the way down in Sydney but if I can be of any help with your fly fishing then reach out. Bring on more Aussie fly content! :)

  • @tryan101077
    @tryan101077 Год назад

    Yup for spoiling.
    Put the fly line on then tie the backing on then reverse it onto another spool of any king then spoil back onto fly reel. Sounds a pain in the arse but gets you more backing on than by guessing.

  • @mikesetterberg
    @mikesetterberg Год назад

    Hi Brooksy, yeah more fly fishing content would be good thanks. Would be cool to see you tie a fly (going back to your roots) and catching a fish on it. For me that is one of the most satisfying things in fishing. Cheers, Mr Sierra 🤙

  • @fishingformonsters
    @fishingformonsters Год назад

    Loving this new series mate, watching from a cold uk

  • @troyjacobson3991
    @troyjacobson3991 Год назад

    Well done mate. Veeery jealous

  • @matthewsvargas4437
    @matthewsvargas4437 Год назад

    This is awesome already liked the channel now I like it even more

  • @jordanmccallum7903
    @jordanmccallum7903 Год назад

    Amazing too see the videos ahead always wished there was more good fly fishing content for gts etc the way yous film. love from Scotland ( a salmon fly fisherman)

  • @julian9579
    @julian9579 Год назад

    Hell yea, very nice to see a fly fishing video from you, im very very excited for this fly fishing series 😁

  • @danielmeehan1509
    @danielmeehan1509 Год назад

    Nice one brooksy👍

  • @matthewsvargas4437
    @matthewsvargas4437 Год назад

    Not sure if anyone's mentioned it yet put usually you need to take the spool off and there is a pin or lever that needs to be flipped to change the direction of the reel. Then you unwind fly line and backing and wind it back on going the other way since the spool will be facing the other side to change the reel from right handed to left, all knots and everything should be good just need to wind it on the other way

  • @Justonflys775
    @Justonflys775 Год назад

    So sick that you fly fish!

  • @Stickinit
    @Stickinit Год назад

    Yippee!!!!! Add a net and yer set.

  • @maxboothey1928
    @maxboothey1928 Год назад

    Love the fly fishing video I recon it should be a constant video

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад

      Definitely gonna do more of them mate

    • @maxboothey1928
      @maxboothey1928 Год назад

      @@JonnyBrooksFishing Good stuff a people travel half way across the world to try and get goldens on fly on the flats

  • @gordonmillsjr.1957
    @gordonmillsjr.1957 Год назад +2

    It’s great that you’re feeling the buzz of fly fishing - can’t wait to see you into a GT with that (very nice indeed) rig! Hello from freezing cold England. 👍🤡

  • @maxschmidt9461
    @maxschmidt9461 Год назад

    Fly fishing is a ton of fun but you need the right spot and conditions, that's why I pretty much stopped doin' it but if you have a boat and those flats... Damn!

  • @shinuizabusa2180
    @shinuizabusa2180 Год назад

    Awesome mate, what a beauty 🤙

  • @darylcarlolarte1832
    @darylcarlolarte1832 Год назад

    Wow! Plenty of fishing rods man. Give me some 😁

  • @danyoungy
    @danyoungy Год назад

    Hahaha that hookup was awesome . Sweet video mate

  • @chuckchuckles1688
    @chuckchuckles1688 9 месяцев назад

    when you spool your fly reel you put the line on first then your backing then take it all off then put it all back on the right way

  • @kristindale1560
    @kristindale1560 Год назад

    Fluff chucking Brooksy

  • @bentea4776
    @bentea4776 Год назад

    Great vid mate. Regarding switching the reel to right hand wind theres generally a retaining clip that holds the drag in. Its usually just a matter of unclipping it flipping the drag assembly
    around so the drag works correctly then you just flip the reel around and reverse the line onto another reel and wind it back on the correct way. Fly reels are pretty basic kit mechanically compared to any other reel short of an alvey. Have fun mate.

  • @FEZMOND
    @FEZMOND Год назад +1

    I want to give you shit and heckle but I’m so stoked you’re on the wand! So conflicting! hahaha keep ‘em coming! ✊🏽

  • @andrewsokol3116
    @andrewsokol3116 Год назад

    Can't wait to see you come back to Florida and get a tarpon on the fly now! Awesome video man!

  • @BrianFainton
    @BrianFainton Год назад +1

    Great vid, cool to see you doing something a bit different.👍

  • @tacklenutfishing2339
    @tacklenutfishing2339 Год назад

    Bahahahaha trust you Brooksy. Nice work. Good to see that genuine stoke. Can’t wait to see you hook Coral Trout or spanglies in blue holes with bommies everywhere 😂
    This is going to be really good watching you progress on the fluff 👌🏼

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +2

      Cheers mate, I’m looking forward to getting the 12 weight out and getting demolished by a GT haha

  • @MYeahman
    @MYeahman Год назад

    I fly fish for Aussie bass and there is nothing like it! You can make a mint looking cicada pattern out of orange/yellow ear buds and a permanent texta with some dangles! Getting booked off the top on fly is peak fishing for sure

  • @flynngill2955
    @flynngill2955 Год назад

    love it mate

  • @The-Angry-Vet
    @The-Angry-Vet 4 месяца назад

    One trick I’ve learned is initially spool it up in reverse. Reel the fly line on the reel, then the backing when full cur backing, strip off and flip tying backing to the reel and reel it up and your done with not wasting backing or not getting enough

  • @mikeabel1660
    @mikeabel1660 Год назад

    Stoked for this. Keep at it!

  • @gradybrowning3976
    @gradybrowning3976 Год назад

    Like a duck to water Brooksy, ya got it or ya don’t!😂

  • @oscarmasterman1078
    @oscarmasterman1078 Год назад

    Already a guru!

  • @fol964
    @fol964 Год назад

    Tuskie on fly is way cool mate. My only tip is double the braid over when you tie your bimini. Great vid thx.

  • @charliebransgrove3885
    @charliebransgrove3885 Год назад

    good stuff brooksy!

  • @atlantic_fishing_pursuits
    @atlantic_fishing_pursuits Год назад

    Christ that was cool man!! 👌🎣 Just a tip for connecting braid to flyline you can also use a nail knot and its a lot smaller profile to go through the guides at high speed! Its what I use for Salmon! Sick to see you fly fishing mate can't wait to see you do some more!! 🤙💪

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +1

      I saw the nail knot online! Will look more into mate cheers. Stoked ya liked the video 🤙

    • @atlantic_fishing_pursuits
      @atlantic_fishing_pursuits Год назад

      @@JonnyBrooksFishing Ya man it's a great knot as it gets tighter the heavier the fish is! It's not done me wrong!! Looking forward to seeing you catch some giants on the fly! Sick! 💪🤙

  • @codfishing
    @codfishing Год назад

    wow man i be watching all your vidoes and it make me want to go to australia but i live in hawaii so it’s just as nice. keep up the great videos 🔥

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +1

      Grass is always greener haha. Hawaii looks unreal also

    • @codfishing
      @codfishing Год назад

      @@JonnyBrooksFishing it truly is

  • @fredsoltveit8453
    @fredsoltveit8453 Год назад

    Hello Brooksy.This was a great video and con grat on your fly rod catch. It must have been a great feeling 😀And I hope you do more of this. I have a question for you. Do you know Andy from Andys catch and cook ?He has'nt posted a video in 2023 .Do you know if he is sick or something? Looking forward to your next video. All the best 😀

  • @Talos353
    @Talos353 Год назад

    Man i've been trying for Permit for years and not hooked one yet. Very hard fish on the fly.

  • @drimages_1978.
    @drimages_1978. Год назад

    Wow that insane how easy you make that look epic footage mate

    • @JonnyBrooksFishing
      @JonnyBrooksFishing  Год назад +1

      Definitely wasn’t easy mate haha. A lot of luck involved here 😂

  • @coastalpursuit04
    @coastalpursuit04 Год назад

    Easiest way to know if you have enough backing is to grab the fly line out of the box while its still wrapped up and just put in the middle of the reel and if it doesn't reach the edge of the fly reel then you know you need more backing but that's for those people who like it spooled up a lot

  • @tna--
    @tna-- Год назад +1

    great fishing
    ur missing the last unicorn now : the bonefish
    make a video on bonefish fly fishing plz

  • @bannedagain1483
    @bannedagain1483 Год назад

    Every angler needs to have fly rods in their repertoire, they are immensely useful if you know how and when to use them.

  • @peterb3473
    @peterb3473 Год назад

    Arse or class!!!👍👍👍

  • @davincifpv3983
    @davincifpv3983 Год назад

    Where about, roughly aye, is that Paradise please?
    Cheers from New Zealand

  • @SpaceCoastFishing
    @SpaceCoastFishing Год назад

    When you're good, you're good! 😎

  • @ReelRiderAdventures
    @ReelRiderAdventures Год назад

    Brooksy, you were present at the Osaka Fishing Show!
    I didn't get the chance to meet you there. 🤦🏻‍♂️
    I was at the show during the first day. Now I’m back here in the Philippines🇵🇭

  • @abokarim4056
    @abokarim4056 Год назад

    Padu bro! 🫡

  • @fisherman7834
    @fisherman7834 Год назад

    brooks ever seen a bonefish on the flats? An old mate sent me a video from Airlie of a bonefish on the flats

  • @jeremygriner1713
    @jeremygriner1713 Год назад

    Nice, job on getting the fish. Try hooking a GT on fly

  • @gavsfishing5461
    @gavsfishing5461 Год назад

    Nice mate. Been at least 10 years since I got my fly rod out, might have to blow the dust off it!

  • @TheSilverCube86
    @TheSilverCube86 Год назад

    Awesome man! Please try catch GT with fly fish reel that would be epic content! lol

  • @danielo3279
    @danielo3279 Год назад

    Keeping a bucket at your feet to strip line into might help in the future to avoid the inevitable line tangle

  • @emilianparvanov1316
    @emilianparvanov1316 3 месяца назад

    Nooow we want you to develop a fly rod with Zenaq!!! Period!!!

  • @r10rrr39
    @r10rrr39 Год назад

    In future a simple double overhand loop or sometimes called a surgeons end loop will do for backing. Takes 2 seconds and never fails.

  • @PouriaFishing
    @PouriaFishing Год назад

    fly fishing is an art

  • @surfninjafishing8297
    @surfninjafishing8297 Год назад

    Got to for some GTs on Christmas Island

  • @karmijacobson1077
    @karmijacobson1077 Год назад

    Good luck on your fly adventures . Well done. Permit is according to Americans one of the top species on fly? I suppose those blue things might just top it all . Judging buy those initial runs.

  • @Bradrelic235
    @Bradrelic235 Год назад

    Hey fly fisher from washington state here. That fish handling could use improvement. The fish hit the deck hard. Probably concussion. Obviously fishing is bad for the fish all around but consider doing the big hold up over the water. Commenting because I might like to catch that fish one day.