On this episode there is just a lot.... Here is what we talk about The rise of Freshwater Voltz A review of the new Power Pole Move PV motor Fibreglass boat repair... Do as we say, not as we do  The new Ahrex SA258 CA Bendback hook Pointers on how to teach a beginner to cast  If your into sledging, learning from ones mistakes, carp and national pride... This one is for you.  Brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

Jamie Howard, a man who shaped a genre of Fly-fishing films, set a mood, taught us stuff and showed us things that those who may not ever get to fish for Tarpon, Striper or Bonefish will never see. Still to this day an unmatched filmmaker as far as quality of fly-fishing footage and story telling, Jamie is best known for his iconic flyfishing movies, Chasing Silver, Location X and Andy's Return films. Recently Jamie underwent a mammoth task of documenting the migratory run of Striped Bass in...

After 4 years of being closed due to Covid, Kiribati ( Christmas Island) since May 4 2023, anglers have just experienced their first season on CXI. Our guest on this show Andy Vockler has just come back from 9 weeks on CXI. Andy is the proprietor of IN2FLY, which is the Australian agent for arguably the best lodge on Kitritimati "The Villages".  On this show Chris discusses with Andy how he got involved with the exclusive agency with The Villages, and a little about this community building...

Episode 168 - Fly Design, an Innovators Special. As the name suggests, Voltz and Chris break down the approach for innovation in future fly designs by looking at past designs and world class innovators in fly design. The hosts have both been involved with internationally influential fly design, and have first hand insights into the problems these flies were designed to overcome, these are discussed at length during the show.  For those that like to let the creativity of fly design flow...

On episode 167, we are stoked to finally bring you the legendary Brett Wolf. Many will already know about Brett as the guy who put Exmouth on the map as one of Australia's premier fly fishing destinations. It would be fair to say that Brett is the one, who as a guide, developed Exmouth as Australia's most consistent Bonefish fishery. In more recent years, Bretts achievements with permit are hard to ignore. Having both Blochii and Anak Permit, and the incredible biosphere that is the Exmouth...

On this episode, we present a definitive look at marine lithium batteries. We are joined by industry expert Steve Whapham, who is the proprietor of Green Marine batteries. On this episode we hit Steve with the big questions... Can Lithium batteries catch on fire? Do they last longer ? What's with the huge price difference? Are they compatible with any charger or AGM batteries? Plus so much more.... There are so many fears and mistruths surrounding lithium technology and we feel as though this...

On this podcast we chat with gun angler Mark Davis about the plethorus of Flyfishing options in the North West of WA. Currently residing in Broome and having fished the Pilbara since pussy was a cat, Mark has enough beef for a cattle station! He is well versed on the flies, techniques and locations. It’s clear from talking with him that he invests a lot of thought and effort into his fishing and flies. A quick perve at his IG page @flying.foam will no doubt make you agree. It’s a good chat,...

On this episode we chat Eugene Pawlowski, one of Australia's most travelled and experienced guides. You will learn on this episode of an amazing life, one that consists of fishing over 20 countries for some of the world's most sought after fish. Eugene originally a Blues supporter, now living in West Oz, is not short on experience, from the jungles of Bolivia for Golden Dorado, to the pristine Back Country NZ and from Cuban Tarpon to Cape York Australia all the time acquiring a huge...

On this episode we are privileged to have the legend Luke Spear on the show. Luke hails from the Florida Panhandle which is home to some of the best Tarpon fishing known to man. If the name Spear is familiar to you, its because Luke is the son of legendary pioneer Florida Keys guide Harry Spear. Luke and his Father are both very hands on with Spear Boat works which is a high quality, low volume skiff company that is synonymous with quality whips. We talk to Luke about growing up with Harry...

On Episode 162- We had a request to make a show that explains fly tying materials.. So on this show, the hosts sit down and talk about some fly tying materials because your wish is our command ; ). We say "some materials" in the title because no one knows all fishing intimately, and we only tie flies to catch fish, so we cant swerve out of our lane and pretend to know about materials that we have no experience with. At the time of writing this, it was about 2 weeks ago we recorded the show......

Fly only Motherships, Helicopter assisted camping trips, Great Barrier Reef Flats... We really could leave the description right there, as those terms are enough to wet the pallet of any red blooded flyfisho. On episode 161 we talk to Rory Brooks, a hard working one man band based out of Cairns FNQ. Rory offers unique guided trips out of Cairns that include Great Barrier Reef Flats, Barra and Jack packed estuary trips, and Freshwater excursions that delve deep into the jungle in the Cairns...

On Episode 160, we get into it regarding Fly Reels. After a few momenta of chit chat, the guys break down the bits and pieces of fly reel consideration. Everything from Backing, to what they are made of, drag types, how to select one, and maintenance. If your into seeing your backing, then this would be a good one to checkout. This show is brought to you by Nervous water, Kettafly, Power Pole and Beast Brushes  

On this weeks show Voltz has returned to the hot seat and proceeds to cross examine Chris about his trip to NZ. Also on the show we get into the weeds with Hydrodynamics and what that means with some of the new materials coming out into the market. We also learn a new term "Swolldermort", be sure to work that into a sentence this week. And we open ourselves up to your input at the end of the show. Grab you pen an paper folks as we attempt to sound smart on this show that breaks down the...

On Episode 158, our very first international on location podcast!! What can I say to sum up the Tauranga that Gian Booysen showed off... put simply, as a flats destination, Tauranga is the most undersold saltwater flats fishery in the world !! The place is a mecca and for many people standing on the outside looking in (trout fishermen, and Saltwater Fly fishermen from overseas) who are already aware of Kingfish (Yellowtail) on the flats, particularly the famous ray riders which are definitely...

On Episode 157, we catch up with the Co Owner of one of Australia's newest guide outfits Brody Sutton from Shallow Water Safaris). Brody and his father have ventured out into business to take people out into the pristine waters of the Exmouth Gulf and Ningaloo Reef flats. On this show we get to know Brody a bit more and learn about how he got to where he is today in addition to what guiding in Exmouth is like.  Also on this show, we give a pretty detailed account of the new Power Pole "Move"...

On Episode 156, The hosts reflect back on their respective almost 25 years of flyfishing each, to offer hindsight for beginners and talk about what it was like for them starting out. The show is themed along the lines of what they would do again or do differently if presented with the opportunity to start out again. This essentially is an episode for those starting out, or are interested in giving  the "fluff wand" a go. The show covers gear selection and compares what the industry wants to...

On episode 155, we are very proud to present to you for the second time around Paul Dolan. Many of you will have listened to Episode 36 when Paul joined us last... Since then, a bit has been going on. As many will know, Mackay has earned its place on the Permit map, and Paul, although not the first person to catch them there, is what we believe is the first person to setup and guide for Permit in the area... And what an impact he has made!! You will hear on the show that last year, Paul got...

On episode 154 - We are incredibly pleased to present Wil Flack who is talking to us from Belize in Central America. Will is the head guide operating out of Tres Pescados which is a shop he also owns. Tres Pescados is a world class outfitter, that is synonymous with Belize and its incredible fishery. You may also be aware that Wil is the proprietor of the Belize Permit Club and the guy who started the well known Grand Slam Tournament "Tres Pescados Slam". Wil is a great educator and his style...

The muppets are BACK after a Christmas break, ready to tackle 2023 with lots of aggression and hopefully some good oil from the good people. This week, we have a chat about a species that’s pretty close to our hearts. Its a favourite target of ours, Saratoga. Consider this an add on Ep.27 The Saratoga special. There’s some hidden gems amongst the usual banter. Chris highlights his latest disaster and how he is going to fix it. Hopefully you enjoy this episode as much as we had putting it...

Lets open up this description by saying a massive thank you to you the listener !! You are who we have in mind with every show and we sincerely hope that we have somewhat improved your approach to flyfishing and entertained you along the way !! THANKYOU !! On Episode 152 our last show for 2022, Chris is back from a week with Rodney Collings from Australian Flyfishing Outfitters,  where they spent 6 days fishing Lake Proserpine and the Whitsundays. Chris gets into the report, the fish caught...

Tonite Voltzy chats one on one with one the industry’s genuine good guys about a fantastic cause. John Billing has been the Australia leader of Mending Casts, an organisation that gets male and female cancer patients into Fly Fishing. John outlines how this organisation, and fly fishing plays a therapeutic role in the recovery and rehabilitation of cancer sufferers. Through their selfless actions, John and his band of volunteers help patients get the best outcomes for their situation. They...

As we hit the centaury and a half episode, it brings us great joy to present Jimmy Barwick to the Intermediate Line listeners. Jimmy is originally a Tasmanian who has sought out bigger things than Boags and Potato Cakes. Jimmy is a ticketed captain who have spent time on Superyachts, Game Boats, Flats Skiffs and now Drift Boats. We get to know the man behind the nice guy persona and we learn what drives Jimmy to continue to put his punters onto great fish. Jimmy currently guides for Angus...

On Episode 149 we chat to Jack Porter who is a South East Queensland resident commercial fly tyer, and published author.  Jack is tying some incredible flies and on this show, we get to the connection between his fly tying and his fly fishing. Jack has spent a lot of time honing his skills fishing for Australian freshwater natives, from Jungle Perch, to Murray Cod and plenty of Saratoga and Bass in between, this is not to say Jack hasn't spent time those fish that compete with natives such as...

Usually in these captions we try to inspire you listen to the show, but on this weeks show, the first half of the show is a tale of two entwined travellers named Kyle and Voltron. KV as the charismatic duo will now be referred to as, set upon their annual sojourn to Queensland's Whitsunday region. This show captures the highs and the lows of this years trip that clearly highlights that adventure is not for everyone. Hear tales of the one that got a way, survival of incredible weather events,...

Its the hallmark of any remarkable angler to have the ability to fish your local waters well, and to many people around Australia, that means Saltwater Estuaries and bread and butter species. Of these highly accessible species, none can be as challenging as the humble Bream... Overlooked by some who feel they are above them, yet Bream have the ability to embarrass those same people by outsmarting even the stealthiest angler. On the flip side, there are those that know and understand that...