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Battling 66mph Winds [Winter Fly Fishing Chaos at Bowden Springs]
What happens when you take on 66mph winds, freezing temperatures, and a winter’s day at Bowden Springs? A fun days fishing, that’s what. In this video, I take you along for a wild day of fly fishing in some seriously tough conditions. Despite the crazy weather, I managed to get lucky a few times and had a lot of fun along the way. Watch as I navigate the wind, share some fishing tips for challenging days, and prove that winter fishing is always worth it.
If you enjoy fly fishing adventures, big challenges, and some laughs along the way, this one’s for you!
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I Couldn't Believe How Many Fish Were Under the Ice! [Winter Fly-Fishing at Burnhouse Trout Fishery]
Переглядів 7 тис.14 днів тому
Join me on an exciting winter adventure at Burnhouse Trout Fishery! ❄️ In this video, I explore the stunning, frozen-over landscape and share my experience of fly-fishing for trout in icy conditions. Watch as I navigate the challenges of winter fishing, offer tips and techniques, and enjoy the serene beauty of the fishery. Whether you're an avid angler or just love nature, this video has someth...
HUGE TIGER TROUT - Winter Trout Fly-Fishing in the Scottish Borders
Переглядів 4,7 тис.21 день тому
Get ready for an exciting day at Kailzie Trout and Salmon Fly Fishery near Peebles, where I hooked into some massive rainbow trout and my first-ever tiger trout... and second! This video captures all the action, from big battles to incredible scenery in the Scottish Borders. I’ll share the flies and tactics that worked, plus some of the highs and lows of the day. Whether you're a fly fishing fa...
What An Incredible Day! [Winter Trout Fishing Scotland]
Переглядів 2,9 тис.Місяць тому
Join me at Millhall Reservoir in Falkirk for an great day of winter fly fishing in Central Scotland! From deep water bung fishing and stunning catches, this trip had it all-beautiful fish, challenging conditions, and a few surprises along the way. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just love the outdoors, you'll enjoy tips, laughs, and a closer look at my gear setup. Don't miss out on this adv...
Winter Trout Fishing - Rainbow, Blue & Golden Trout [Fly Fishing Scotland]
Переглядів 7 тис.2 місяці тому
Come along as I hit Drummtassie Trout Fishery for some winter fly fishing in Central Scotland, chasing that golden trout! Battling the cold, catching these beautiful fish on the funnest winter method, and soaking in the epic scenery of Scotland. You’ll catch some laughs, see my gear setup, and pick up a few fly fishing tips along the way. If you’re into fishing or just curious about winter angl...
How to Make Your Flies Last Longer
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In this video we go over some of the techniques I love to use when making flies that last! I hope this was helpful and let me know if you want to see any of these techniques in practice.
What I Wish I Knew Before I Started Tying Flies.
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These are the top things I wish I knew before learning to start tying flies. I hope you find these things useful to think about starting to tie or even if you are a veteran! Let me know what you think and what videos you would like to see next.
Winter Lures Episode 1: How to tie the Green and Black Cutthroat Cat
Переглядів 4553 роки тому
In this video we cover the deadly winter lure pattern the Green and Black Cutthroat Cat! This lure is a great pulling and twiddling lure to bring out the big fish in cold conditions. Materials used: 8.0 Fire Orange Uni thread B175 size 10 Black Marabou green/yellow straggle fritz Orange straggle fritz orange weighted bead
Best Vices to buy for Fly Tying: All price ranges!
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In this video we cover the best vices available to buy and the most reliable brands for vices across low budget options all the way to high-end luxury vices. What makes a good vice and which vice I currently use and why!
Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 6 - Yellow Owl Shuttlecock
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Hi guys, in this video we cover the deadly dry fly pattern- the Yellow owl. This emerging pattern is another must in all still water trout fishing boxes and works great for rising fish all year round. Materials: Light Cahill thread (8.0 UNI) Black thread (8.0 UNI) CDC grade A Natural hare's ear dubbing
Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 5 - Red Holographic Diawl Bach
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In this episode we cover the famous nymph pattern "Diawl Back" meaning little devil in welsh. This nymph is an essential pattern for any loch style box and imitates hatching stages of nymphs perfectly! Materials: B175 size 10 Fire orange thread (8.0 UNI) Red holographic tinsel medium Peacock hearl.
Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 4 - Mini Cats Whisker
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In this episode we tie our first lure pattern. The cats whisker is a consistent fish catcher and is a must in any box! Materials: Fire orange thread (8.0 UNI) White marabou Chartreuse straggle fritz Pearl twinkle Orange goose biots
Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 3 - Cruncher Variant
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Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 3 - Cruncher Variant
Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 2 - Red Holographic Cormorant
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Fly Tying for Beginners: Episode 2 - Red Holographic Cormorant
Fly-Tying for Beginners: Episode 1- Stripped Quill Buzzer
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Fly-Tying for Beginners: Episode 1- Stripped Quill Buzzer

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  • @JonFisher-ql6xe
    @JonFisher-ql6xe 9 днів тому

    Great stuff, better luck than not .lol great video,cheers for sharing 🎉

  • @davidquinn7144
    @davidquinn7144 10 днів тому

    No way are rainbow trout lathargic in winter it’s when rainbow trout are at there best you’ve been reading wrong books mate .

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      Hi David - I totally agree for fish that have been in the water a while but in my experience fresh stockies are either lazy buggers or full of energy in the low temperatures, thats why i love a bung setup and a pulling rod for my winter trips. Some of the best pulling days I have had have been in minus temperatures.

  • @williamcunningham2522
    @williamcunningham2522 10 днів тому

    A used to fish millhall when a stayed through falkirk great wee fly fishery gonna take a trip back through one day 🎣

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      Definitely worth a trip - brilliant loch!

  • @williamthomson2548
    @williamthomson2548 11 днів тому

    brilliant video pal great when the bung gets hit the feeling is brilliant

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      Thanks William! You’re right Its so much fun

  • @hearts52
    @hearts52 11 днів тому

    Used to fish bowden springs about 25years ago is it fly only now?

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      They have 1 fly only loch and one for both fly and bait - beautiful setting!

  • @NoLogic69
    @NoLogic69 11 днів тому

    Hi Mate, great video. I'm heading up that way in April with my son, we're gonna give Kailzie a visit. We're staying at Thirlestane Castle near Lauder in the Borders. Any other recommendations for some great fisheries in the area? Thanks..... Mario

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      Thanks Mario for the comment! Kailzie is definitely a brilliant spot for some great fishing with your son, I'm not too familiar with many other places near by - the only other place i have fished was Alton Loch which was good but that was many years ago, but enjoy your trip and tightlines!

    • @asliceofry8735
      @asliceofry8735 5 днів тому

      You could try The Watch fishery near Duns, Rosslynlee near Penicuik or Newlands Tweeddale outside Gifford.

  • @bradieheggie2910
    @bradieheggie2910 11 днів тому

    I have multiple things I’d call that, but I’ll leave that to the imagination. Some nice fish nonetheless👍

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 11 днів тому

      I called it with the shout out aha!

  • @bradieheggie2910
    @bradieheggie2910 11 днів тому

    Hahaha, not like you that!

  • @markjones8025
    @markjones8025 11 днів тому

    Excellent video pal....im the same some times.....they don't call me jammy jones for nothing 😉

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 11 днів тому

      Thanks Mark! better lucky than good!

  • @JonFisher-ql6xe
    @JonFisher-ql6xe 11 днів тому

    I love fishing the bung , when I started fly fishing it wasn't a thing .but now it's another deadly method for slow days .the bung has saved a blank ,many times now .great video, my friend. The bung is the future .well in its a sub n thumbs fron me

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 11 днів тому

      @JonFisher-ql6xe well said Jon! Glad you liked it and tight lines!

  • @H3CoreMemories
    @H3CoreMemories 11 днів тому

    Great video, Can you tie the bloodworms in another video?

  • @seanguild6528
    @seanguild6528 12 днів тому

    never tried bowden springs yet but it’s on the list for sure… but isn’t it 8lb leader minimum there?

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 12 днів тому

      @@seanguild6528 it’s in such a nice setting, and plenty of fly life! I did chat to fishery manger whilst there but he didn’t mention the leader - would definitely be worth checking. Possible they put a minimum in for the bait guys but never heard of it on the fly.

  • @TradeWisely_BB
    @TradeWisely_BB 12 днів тому

    You're fishing daft going out in that! defos tying up some of these apps tho

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 12 днів тому

      @@TradeWisely_BB thank you aha! Eat, sleep, fly-fish

  • @markosborne8784
    @markosborne8784 15 днів тому

    Drumtassie is a nice fishery. My daughter lives in Falkirk, when I fished it, it was a very cold day and all fish were caught under the bung. Drumtassie was recommended to me by the lovely couple that run the shop called “My Fishing Flies” in Grangemouth. Lovely couple, very helpful. Swanswater near Stirling have Blues and Golds. Great video. 👍

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 10 днів тому

      Thank you Mark! the guys at my fishing flies are amazing!

  • @lbvlogs4739
    @lbvlogs4739 15 днів тому

    Ive also been to burnhowse i got 1 😊

  • @lbvlogs4739
    @lbvlogs4739 15 днів тому

    Also love the vids

  • @lbvlogs4739
    @lbvlogs4739 15 днів тому

    Hi vice flies/callum its me the ten year old boy from drumtassie that you met i liked and subscribed and pls post that video of you and me 😂😂😂

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 15 днів тому

      Hey! Thanks for commenting it’s great hear you’re enjoying the videos! That video will be up soon, putting together a drumtassie special.

  • @lawrencemacd63
    @lawrencemacd63 15 днів тому

    Great video be fishing a match on the 26th of January will be my first cast of 2025 🐟🎣

  • @SineadCronin
    @SineadCronin 15 днів тому

    Just wondering mate what brand and type bungs do you use

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 15 днів тому

      They are cheap as chips Amazon pear drop bungs, I will link it in the video Im editing at the moment and show how I tie them on since they are mince unless you wrap the nylon round it once before popping the stopper in. They are really sensitive tho

    • @SineadCronin
      @SineadCronin 15 днів тому

      @ thanks mate

  • @ronnocm8633
    @ronnocm8633 16 днів тому

    Which net are you using please

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 15 днів тому

      That net was actually provided by the fishery so I’m not sure the brand, but net I usually use is a 21inch greys rubber mesh which is excellent

  • @robertgranger6250
    @robertgranger6250 16 днів тому

    Brian bringing u cups of tea,need to be having a word😂

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      Aha! Think he felt bad for my fingers turning to ice!

    • @robertgranger6250
      @robertgranger6250 16 днів тому

      @ he’s a good man,I can’t handle it that cold,can’t wear gloves even the surgeon cloves.

    • @bryanmcluckie1048
      @bryanmcluckie1048 13 днів тому

      @@robertgranger6250ill make sure i bring you a coffee next time Rab 😂

    • @robertgranger6250
      @robertgranger6250 13 днів тому

      @@bryanmcluckie1048 don’t you worry,I’ll remind you😂😉👍

  • @thijsgravemaker4766
    @thijsgravemaker4766 16 днів тому

    Very scenic day to be out Cal! Lovely fishery

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@thijsgravemaker4766 Nippy hands! But well worth it ❤️

  • @johngraham5996
    @johngraham5996 16 днів тому

    before i got into salmon fishing i used to fish the indicator on loch insh in aberdeenshire, i fished a fly my pal came up with and he named it the insizor because it looked like a tooth! tied on a size 10 wet fly hook tie in mini white fritz at the eye and wrap it down to just on the bend of the hook, thats it, simple, we fished it static in a flat calm but if a breeze got up they would ignore it, on a poor day we would get 20 each but my best was 66, it fishes best in a dull drizzly day in an absolute flat calm, leave it static and you wont believe the takes it gets, give it a try and hopefully you'll do a video on it, we used to piss a lot of jealous guys off when we were getting fish after fish, you would constantly hear a grumpy voice saying from across the far bank "theres that c*nt in again" 😂😂 good luck with it, we found it best in clear lochs but it was'nt nearly as good in peaty stained water 👍🏼

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      Aha! That’s great to hear John, I have heard loads of good things about Insh so I will definitely head up to try it out, that fly sounds like a killer too! Cheers!

  • @bryanmcluckie1048
    @bryanmcluckie1048 16 днів тому

    Cracking video mate, glad you had a good day. Anyone watching this get along to Burnhouse if you’ve not been yet, you’ll love it 🎣🎣

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      Cheers Bryan - cracking place you’re running!

  • @charliegreenwood7456
    @charliegreenwood7456 16 днів тому

    Love a bit of Chartreuse 💚

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@charliegreenwood7456 it’s my favourite colour of Epoisses

    • @charliegreenwood7456
      @charliegreenwood7456 16 днів тому

      @@viceflies7485 If you're into your washed cheeses then have a look a the MoonRabbit, its a cheese bathed in Chartreuse.

    • @charliegreenwood7456
      @charliegreenwood7456 16 днів тому

      @@viceflies7485 If you're into your cheeses have a look a the MoonRabbit, it's a cheese bathed in Chartreuse.

  • @arthurwilkie6374
    @arthurwilkie6374 16 днів тому

    You should get your good lady some fly tying tuition, could also tell her some of your other little stories 😂😂😂

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@arthurwilkie6374 she’ll be teaching me in no time - I’ll let you know when she is giving lessons if you fancy any 😂

  • @bradieheggie2910
    @bradieheggie2910 16 днів тому

    Mon the bung🎣🎈

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@bradieheggie2910 biggup - I owe u a box of flees

  • @davidstephen2253
    @davidstephen2253 16 днів тому

    Great video Calum, and that was some bend in your rod from that last fish. Beautiful fishery too!

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@davidstephen2253 it was cracking! And that last fish was a belter!

  • @H3CoreMemories
    @H3CoreMemories 16 днів тому

    I need to head up to this place, looks class

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@H3CoreMemories you defos should mate - cracking water!

    • @lbvlogs4739
      @lbvlogs4739 15 днів тому

      Trust me its great and I'm ten also try drumtassie that just as good😊😊😊

  • @TradeWisely_BB
    @TradeWisely_BB 16 днів тому

    Cracking video mate - can’t wait to try these flies

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 16 днів тому

      @@TradeWisely_BB thank you! Much appreciated

  • @Kainnnan
    @Kainnnan 18 днів тому

    Thanks for this cool video 😁, all that’s left to do is advertise it

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 18 днів тому

      @@Kainnnan thanks for the comment Kainnnan! And you’re definitely right I should be sharing the videos more widely!

  • @bryanmcluckie1048
    @bryanmcluckie1048 18 днів тому

    Alright Callum, Bryan from burnhouse here. That’s me watched all your videos now. They’re cracking quality, and I cany wait to see your Burnhouse one when you get it on. 🎣

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 18 днів тому

      Great to hear Bryan glad you enjoyed it! I’m working on it just now so I’ll hopefully pop it up tonight! Cracking place you have and I’ll be doing it justice!

  • @oldsmugglerflyfishing
    @oldsmugglerflyfishing 21 день тому

    Nice trout

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 21 день тому

      @@oldsmugglerflyfishing Thank you!

  • @sedgy87
    @sedgy87 22 дні тому

    Wats wae the nails mate. 😂

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 22 дні тому

      I take the compliment thinking these are my nails 💅

  • @davidstephen2253
    @davidstephen2253 22 дні тому

    Interesting variants of hares ears and blobs... and yet we know they'll catch loads of fish!!!

  • @rossdavidson9776
    @rossdavidson9776 23 дні тому

    Cracking wee fishery, i go there often as its right on my doorstep. Alot of big fish in there.

  • @seanguild6528
    @seanguild6528 24 дні тому

    was up orchil same day (day after boxing day) and got a 6pound rainbow on an olive apps 👍🏻

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 24 дні тому

      @@seanguild6528 well in Sean! Orchill is a brilliant water

  • @viceflies7485
    @viceflies7485 25 днів тому

    It’s a brilliant rod, easy casting, very powerful and overall a beautiful rod. This is the 10’ 7wt which covers everything from dries to heavy sinking lines.

  • @jw2nd569
    @jw2nd569 25 днів тому

    Hey Calum, how do you like that Recon? What length and wt? I'm considering acquiring a 10' 7wt for stillwaters. Thanks!

  • @allanhughes945
    @allanhughes945 25 днів тому

    🎣🎣🎣👌

  • @charliegreenwood7456
    @charliegreenwood7456 25 днів тому

    Looks like those trout could pull Santa's sledge!

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 25 днів тому

      @@charliegreenwood7456 😂😂 Arnold Schwarzenegger trained these fish

  • @TradeWisely_BB
    @TradeWisely_BB 25 днів тому

    Insane looking tiger trout wow!

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 25 днів тому

      @@TradeWisely_BB they are incredible!

  • @davidmcinnes9180
    @davidmcinnes9180 Місяць тому

    Ban the bung.

  • @Weestuart81
    @Weestuart81 Місяць тому

    Floats n worms 🪱

  • @alandoyle3426
    @alandoyle3426 Місяць тому

    Brilliant water my local water excellent for fishing

  • @stuartmcmillan2518
    @stuartmcmillan2518 Місяць тому

    Always forget about Millhall cracking place

  • @allanhughes945
    @allanhughes945 Місяць тому

    🎣🎣🎣🎣👌

  • @derickhannant9253
    @derickhannant9253 Місяць тому

    Fished Bangour quite a few times but since watching your video I’m going to give Drumtassie a visit for sure. Bangour does close for a few months during winter & summer which is a bit odd. Tight lines. Derick.

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 Місяць тому

      Great to hear Derick, it’s a brilliant water. I haven’t fished bangour in years, how is it now?

    • @derickhannant9253
      @derickhannant9253 Місяць тому

      Hi. It fishes well when it’s open, well stocked & great facilities. I don’t have Facebook so it’s difficult to see prices. I usually fish 4 or 6 hours on a catch & kill ticket so I guess I’ll give them a call to find out. Once again great videos & I’ll look out for your next fishing trip. Tight lines. Derick.

    • @davidmcinnes9180
      @davidmcinnes9180 Місяць тому

      I fish Drumtassie a couple of times a week. You won't be disappointed.

  • @ewenwalker7740
    @ewenwalker7740 2 місяці тому

    Float fishing

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 2 місяці тому

      @@ewenwalker7740 strike indicators are a type of float yeah! I love the visual aspect of them during winter when all of the top of the water sport is gone

    • @davidstephen2253
      @davidstephen2253 Місяць тому

      So's the dry fly, really. Especially with droppers.

  • @cameronstevenson5894
    @cameronstevenson5894 2 місяці тому

    Millhall is class

    • @viceflies7485
      @viceflies7485 2 місяці тому

      @@cameronstevenson5894 it really is a top small water, cracking fish in it right now too!