PODCAST/VIDEO: In Deep with Devin Olsen – Tight Line Tactics and Competition Influence (S17, Ep7)

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Devin Olsen has had an immeasurable influence on the nymphing game. Having been embedded in the competition scene for two decades now, Devin knows competition nymphing form the inside. While reading Devin’s book and watching his videos, it’s obvious that he puts in the work. Instead of slavishly recycling the ideas of others, Devin is a unique thinker and a tireless tester on the water. I’ve always admired his work.

I asked Devin to go in deep about competition nymphing styles, while specifically considering the rules and restrictions imposed on competitors. We consider whether those rules about flies and leader restrictions are helpful or hurtful for the common angler.

This is a fantastic conversation.

I’m pleased to present my interview with Devin Olsen . . .

Resources

WEBSITE / FLY SHOP: Tactical Fly Fisher
BOOK: Tactical Fly Fishing
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READ: Troutbitten | Series | What You’re Missing by Following FIPS Competition Rules

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Hi. I’m a father of two young boys, a husband, author, fly fishing guide and a musician. I fish for wild brown trout in the cool limestone waters of Central Pennsylvania year round. This is my home, and I love it. Friends. Family. And the river.

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  1. Reed Moormeier on December 6, 2025 at 8:56 am

    Somewhere in this podcast you mentioned a company that will replace your sunglass lenses with new ones and you mentioned overcast day lenses you liked, can tot send me a link to that company I’d like to get some replaced

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