S7, Ep 83: From Guiding to Marketing: Brendan Ruch on Fishing and Adulting

The Articulate Fly podcast delivers another essential Ruch Report featuring expert guide Brendan Ruch, who shares critical fall bass fishing strategies while navigating his new role with Megabass. In this timely episode, Ruch addresses the pivotal question of when to transition from topwater flies to ned rig techniques during fall fishing, revealing that low water conditions and extended warm weather are keeping topwater action alive well into autumn. Learn about the most effective ned rig-style flies for bass, including detailed insights on Mini Boogeyman patterns from Montana Fly Company and Changer Craw designs that fall vertically under slack line and create erratic jigging actions that trigger strikes. Ruch explains the specific setup and presentation techniques that make these crayfish-imitating flies so deadly for fall bass, plus shares valuable updates on current water conditions, including extremely low levels due to extended dry conditions. The episode also covers Ruch's upcoming appearances at the renowned Bobbin the Hood event, where Golden Tickets are selling fast, and provides scheduling updates for anglers hoping to book guided trips. Whether you're targeting numbers or trophy bass, this report delivers actionable intelligence for maximizing your fall fishing success. To learn more about Brendan, check out our interview. Related Content S7, Ep 74 - Beyond the Popper: Subsurface Strategies with Brendan Ruch S7, Ep 77 - Fall Fishing Forecast: Navigating Low Water and Technical Tactics with George Costa S7, Ep 67 - Chasing Smallmouth: High Water Strategies with Brendan Ruch S6, Ep 41 - Smallmouth Secrets and Streamer Savvy with Brendan Ruch All Things Social Media Follow Brendan on Facebook and Instagram. 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!