{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Littoral Zone #16 | Fly Fishing Australian Lakes and Beyond with Tom Jarman","description":"Phil #735 Show Notes: https:\/\/wetflyswing.com\/735 Presented By:  Four Wheel Campers, Pescador on the Fly, Yellowstone Teton Territory In this episode of The Littoral Zone with Phil Rowley, Tom Jarman, a top competitive fly angler and winner of the 2024 Australian Fly Fishing Championships, breaks down his best strategies, tactics, and flies for fishing Australian lakes and beyond. Episode Chapters with Tom Jarman on Fly Fishing Australian Lakes Tom was born in Melbourne, Australia, but he spent part of his childhood in England, where he first picked up a fishing rod. When his family returned to Australia in 2000, his passion for the sport grew and he got into competitive fly fishing at 15.  He later studied environmental science, while spending summers guiding in Tasmania. Now at 31, Tom has built a life around fly fishing\u2014guiding, coaching, and sharing his knowledge with others. Tom started his YouTube channel to showcase the incredible fishing in Victoria. His videos highlight both river and lake fishing.  Tom also designed a range of flies with FlyLife Magazine, built specifically for Australia\u2019s unique fisheries. The Shrek Fly  Tom and Phil dive into the effectiveness of the Shrek fly. Designed by Joe Riley, this fly stands out with its metallic green and gold hues, mimicking Australia\u2019s native baitfish. It\u2019s so effective that even anglers from the U.S. have adapted it for their own waters. Check out Tom\u2019s video tutorial on How To Tie Shrek and see why this fly is a must-have in your box: https:\/\/youtu.be\/wsoHmpErZMI?si=vNAEzwNVU4UgLdjT Key Tips from Competition Fishing 17:38 - Tom shares what he's learned from competitions that every angler can use: Structure your day to maximize your chances of success. Location is key. Fish aren\u2019t everywhere, so focus on finding them. Cover water fast. In a boat, you\u2019d move quickly to locate fish. Apply this same mindset on the bank. Fish key spots. Target windward shores, calm areas, drop-offs, weed beds, and rocky structures. Don\u2019t get stuck in one place too long, especially if the fish aren\u2019t biting. Gear Tips for Stillwater Fishing Rod  Tom swears by a 10-foot rod for Stillwater fishing. It gives him better casting control, helps manage flies near the boat, and allows for longer leaders. Here\u2019s what he prefers: 10 ft 6 wt \u2013 Tom's all-around choice. 10 ft 7wt \u2013 Great for streamers and windy conditions. 10ft 8wt  \u2013 Helps cast farther in competitions. Tom also likes stiffer rods in windy conditions for quicker hook sets. A strong rod means better control, especially when fish push farther out.   Leader Tom keeps things simple when fishing subsurface. Instead of a tapered leader, he uses a level fluorocarbon leader for better contact with his flies. He also uses a beaded fly at the end to help the cast turn over, even in the wind. When fishing dry flies, he switches to a tapered leader to transfer energy smoothly. He trims off the extra thick butt section and the non-tapered tip, then adds a tippet ring before tying on his tippet.   Show Notes:  https:\/\/wetflyswing.com\/735   ","author_name":"Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/111899\/site","html":"