S6, Ep 124: Fly Tying with Chase Smith

In this engaging episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash sits down with Chase Smith, the creative mind behind the innovative Spiral Spook. Together, they explore Chase's design philosophy, the evolution of his signature pattern and the challenges of scaling a fly tying business. Chase shares insights into his journey from conventional angling to fly fishing, highlighting the influence of his Texas roots and his passion for predator species like bass and redfish. Chase delves into the intricacies of fly design, discussing the importance of materials and the unique challenges of creating flies that mimic conventional lures. He emphasizes the value of creativity and adaptability in fly tying, offering tips for fellow tiers on how to enhance their craft. Listeners will also learn about Chase's upcoming projects, including collaborations with Montana Fly Company and The Chocklett Factory. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a talented fly designer and gain insights into fly tying innovation. Tight lines! Thanks to TroutRoutes for sponsoring this episode. Use artfly20 to get 20% off of your TroutRoutes Pro membership. Donate to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund All Things Social Media Follow Chase on Instagram and YouTube. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Support the Show Shop on Amazon Become a Patreon Patron Subscribe to the Podcast Subscribe to the podcast in the podcatcher of your choice. Advertise on the Podcast Is our community a good fit for your brand? Advertise with us. In the Industry and Need Help Getting Unstuck? Check out our consulting options! Helpful Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction 06:54 Influences in Fly Design 11:25 Scaling Up Production Tying 20:44 Spiral Spook Development 24:46 Design Philosophy and Inspiration 27:39 Tips for Aspiring Fly Tiers 29:43 Upcoming Projects