WFS 198 - The Wooden Trout Net with Stonefly Nets Ethan Igleheart

03/18/21 • 71 min

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Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198

Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Ethan Igleheart shares the background on how he created a wood trout net business at stonefly nets. We find out what the process looks like in producing nets and how the burl makes the nets so unique.

We talk about some of the specific nets Ethan makes and some of the custom nets they make. You'll have a perspective on what goes into making a wood landing net at the end of this episode.

Stonefly Nets is a sponsor for this podcast and you can support this podcast and Stonefly by clicking here: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Show Notes with Ethan Igleheart

Cold Water Collectibles is a good resource for old rods and gear.

We talk about the burls and why they make the net so unique

The Spalted Maple burrow net

We talk about Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on the podcast here and are partnering on a new project with Ethan.

Nov 20 of 2020 on Instagram. Has red mixed in with some other killer colors.

Wet talk about the fish pond rubber netting and the similarities to the Stonefly net.

I noted the electrode video that can be found on Stonefly Nets Intagram page.

Dave Whitlock was on the podcast and Davy Wotton was on the podcast here.

You can find Ethan at StoneflyNets.com

Trout Net Conclusion with Ethan Igleheart

We find out the steps to making a wood trout net and how Ethan Igleheart created a successful fly fishing business in the wooden trout net space. The secret is creating a custom one of a kind fishing net for a premium price.

Ethan has also partnered up with Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on this podcast in a past episode. They have a package deal that comes with a Stonefly Net and custom rod.

Stonefly Nets is also a sponsor for the Podcast so please click below to check out some of the products they have going.

Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198

Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198

Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

We talk about some of the specific nets Ethan makes and some of the custom nets they make. You'll have a perspective on what goes into making a wood landing net at the end of this episode.

Stonefly Nets is a sponsor for this podcast and you can support this podcast and Stonefly by clicking here: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Show Notes with Ethan Igleheart

Cold Water Collectibles is a good resource for old rods and gear.

We talk about the burls and why they make the net so unique

The Spalted Maple burrow net

We talk about Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on the podcast here and are partnering on a new project with Ethan.

Nov 20 of 2020 on Instagram. Has red mixed in with some other killer colors.

Wet talk about the fish pond rubber netting and the similarities to the Stonefly net.

I noted the electrode video that can be found on Stonefly Nets Intagram page.

Dave Whitlock was on the podcast and Davy Wotton was on the podcast here.

You can find Ethan at StoneflyNets.com

Trout Net Conclusion with Ethan Igleheart

Ethan has also partnered up with Tom Morgan Rodsmiths who were on this podcast in a past episode. They have a package deal that comes with a Stonefly Net and custom rod.

Stonefly Nets is also a sponsor for the Podcast so please click below to check out some of the products they have going.

Show Notes: wetflyswing.com/198

Sponsor: Stonefly Nets: wetflyswing.com/stonefly

Previous Episode

WFS 197 - The Wooden Drift Boat - Ray’s River Dories with Ray Heater

https://wetflyswing.com/197

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Sponsor: OPST: http://wetflyswing.com/opst

Ray Heater, the founder of Ray’s River Dories, is on the podcast today to share the story of how he built one of the biggest wooden drift boat companies for over 30 years. We find out why the 14 Rapid Robert is Ray’s favorite boat.

Ray also shares some tips on keeping your boat up including which oil to use, how to wet sand the outside of the boat with epoxy, and why he doesn't just use wood for his boat panels.

Wooden Drift Boat Show Notes with Ray Heater

Here is the Grant’s Getaways video with Ray Heater that we noted where Grant covers some of Ray's shop.

Francis Ames' Fishing the Oregon Country book and Fred Huffman were big influences on Ray’s fishing experience early on.

Ray noted Marty Sherman

Ray notes the Rapid Robert and the details of where he first saw it on the Nestucca

Roger Fletcher and Joe Koffler noted the Rapid Robert as well. Roger was on the podcast in episode 177 and covered the history of drift boats.

The fellow in Oretown was the first guy that gave Ray the design for the boat that became Ray’s River Dories. Oretown Marine and Carl was the guy making a Rapid Robert and the exact design that Ray used.

The river skiff vs the rapid Robert boats. Boulder Boats were on the podcast in episode 182 and we covered the River Skiff.

Ray noted Bob Pritchett who he knew and talked about the flat spot on the bottom of the boat. Here's some more drift boat history where Bob is noted.

AJ DeRosa was a big customer for Ray and Cyrus over the years. AJ has a great operation going focused on wood boats as well.

Koffler was on the show in episode 180 and talked about the need for a flat area on the bottom of the boat to get it up on step,

Randy Dersham on McKenzie

Jason Cajune was on the podcast and talked about stitch and glue.

Daileys Sea Fin is the oil to used to protect the inside of your boat

I noted OPST and the lightweight gear they have going.

Wooden Drift Boat Conclusion with Ray Heater

Ray Heater who founded Rays River Dories wooden drift boats shares his story on the podcast today along with some tips and history of wooden drift boat building.

https://wetflyswing.com/197

Next Episode

WFS 199 - Tips on Choosing a Fly Fishing Reel with Cheeky Fishing's Peter Vandergrift

https://wetflyswing.com/199

Sponsor: OPST: http://wetflyswing.com/opst

Sponsor: Sawyer Oars: http://wetflyswing.com/sawyer

Peter Vandergrift from Cheeky Fishing is here to walk through the top tips on finding the right fly fishing reel for your setup. We hear about the 4 reel models in the Cheeky lineup and what you need for your species of choice.

We hear about an amazing steelhead that Peter landed on the Skagit and the tear that it brought to Dave McCoy's eye. This after they forgot their food and water for the day and only had an 18 pack of beer. This episode

Show Notes with Peter Vandergrift

Camille Egdorf was at the first lodge Peter worked at on his first trip to Alaska. Peter shares a great Alaska adventure with his parent's car as a 16 year old.

Diane Bristol was a huge influence on Peter’s career in fly fishing. Diane has been doing marketing at Simms for many years.

IndyFly is Oliver White's nonprofit and a program that Peter worked on in the past.

I noted the Joe Goodspeed episode 193 with Thomas and Thomas Rod Designs. Joe shared the process and stories behind the T&T rods.

The Preload 350 is the perfect beginner setup for trout fishing

The difference between the PreLoad, Tyro which comes with two spools.

The Cheeky Reel Selector

Schoolie tournament

Dave McCoy was on the podcast and Tom Larimer was on the podcast here.

You can find Peter at CheekyFishing.com

Cheeky Fly Fishing Reel Conclusion with Peter Vandergrift

We get the story behind Cheeky and some tips on choosing a high-quality fly fishing reel with Peter Vandergrift. One of the best stories here is where Peter describes his first Skagit River steelhead and the tears of joy brought to Dave McCoy from this trip.

https://wetflyswing.com/199

Sponsor: OPST: http://wetflyswing.com/opst

Sponsor: Sawyer Oars: http://wetflyswing.com/sawyer