We open up 2025 with our new direction and are honoured to have our friend of the show and host of the Rhum Lines Podcast, the great Dave Bradley interview his good friend and highly accomplished angler Micah Adams. We asked Dave to describe Micah -  Micah Adams is one of Australia’s most published and probably broadcast fishing writers and presenters. If you have him on your boat he’s also an “A” list angler with almost any tackle. His travel destination and species list is also something to aspire to.. With more than 20 years of fishing together these guys have some stories to get through.. We hope you enjoy the show as much as we have. 

Only 20 mins long and quite possibly the most impactful episode we have done. 

On episode 196- The highly anticipated tale of young Voltzy in Cape York on safari with the legendary Fish's Fly and Sportfishing operating out of Weipa. Recently, Voltz was on a camping trip with 2 other keen fisho's up on the very rugged and untouched fisherman's paradise... Cape York QLD. Tales of rare exotic species, near alcohol poisoning and hair dye are all on the table here.  Also, we have a discussion about destination angling versus ruling your local waters and how that impacts your skills as an angler.  This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft. 

On this episode.. 2 Trout Guides and 1 Queenslander... We are joined by Shane Wakker of Baw Baw Flyfisher, and Jimmy Barwick of Snowy Valley Flyfishing. Both of these guys fish wild bodies of water, but both have a very different situation to chase Trout. The fact of the matter is that we at the Intermediate line simply don't have the experience to provide a technical show about Trout so we got 2 dudes on who know their stuff to do the heavy lifting for that aspect of the show.  On the show, we talk about a range of topics from the different ways to catch trout ( Dries, Nymphing, Streamers), rods, casting, lines as well as a bit of a deep dive on fly terminology. As the host, I definitely came away much wiser about Trout fishing in Australia and it was inspiring enough for me to want to head south in the not too distant future.   This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft. 

On this episode of The Intermediate Line, Voltz has a chat with his old mate and notable fly angler Wes Pang about a great sight fishery on Brisbane’s doorstep. Wes is an experienced fly fisherman who has savoured some of the world’s great sight fishing targets and Australia’s iconic fisheries .Wes gets out most weekends and in fact joins us from a caravan park somewhere to talk about the value that this fishery offers and how he goes about it. Wes  loves his flyfishing more than most, he is a pragmatic fly fisho and I think this shows through in the podcast. Proudly brought to you by… Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

What is there to say about this guy that any self respecting Permit fisherman, Permit guide or travelling Permit angler doesn't already know... and that wouldn't be much unless your in Dan's circle. Dan Collins is a permit Centurion who is notoriously quiet.... In fact, we were surprised he said yes to an interview, and even more surprised when we heard what he said on the podcast... he truly gives you all the tools needed. Look, If I need to write something here to make you listen to this show.. chances your not interested in catching Permit... and that's fine... but if Permit consumes your thoughts at any given time, you are not going to be disappointed. With respect to out previous guests.. this show is the hitter we havent had for a long time.  This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

A very special episode recorded live from a far northern river in Cape York Queensland Australia, with the owner of Fish's Fly and Sportfishing, Mark "Bargy" Bargenquast and his main man Kurt Rowlands.  This show brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

Chris just got back from competing in the 27th Hinchinbrook Challenge. On this episode the guys chat about that experience as a first time competitor. The strategy, the fishing and the opportunity to fish with the comps most consistent winner Dan Collins. This comp is for everyone, anyone could win it, an on this episode we offer some great insights on how to win... We don't say its easy.. but there is a code that is there to be observed if that's what your chasing. We also break down how the comp works and talk about some of the great people and up an coming competitors that are ones to watch.  This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft. 

We have treat for you guys today !! Patty is a machine.. the dude can fish and if you think that comes naturally.. well it kind of does.. but for the true and incredibly inspirational reasons to why you'd think there are five Pat Neylons (given how much this dude gets around) you need to push through to the end of this record long interview.. trust us... you will want to be like Pat too. Tales of Bears Attacks, brushes with potential serial killers, super failed road trips, as well as super successful missions and possibly the best and funniest setup in The Intermediate line Podcast history.... we genuinely feel that this is the best episode we have put out for a long time !! Thanks for your time on the show Patty... Australia is going to miss you, you bloody legend!! This show proudly supported by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

Excited to announce the shows new Co Host.. Scotto Mitchell !! Scotto is a world traveller and very accomplished Fly Fisho. Scotto having travelled far and wide as well as having caught most things that swim, has also worked in the Fishing Industry for most of his life including 17 years as the proprietor of the Alpine Angler, all this helped the team here to chose Scotto as the ideal choice to replace Voltzy .  Scotto is on the show to announce this as well as talk about his recent trip to CXI and a new love for the humble Trigger fish. Scotto also weighs in on the hot Bump Head Parrot debate with a promise your are definitely going to want to hear.. We also talk and the massive achievement that has recently come to fruition where Scotto has spearheaded establishing one of the East Coast of Australia's most significant flats fisheries as a net free zone.  This episode is one of those episodes that will become a special marker in the history of the show as TIL moves further into the future with this exciting new direction.  This show is proudly supported by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

On this episode we are very pleased to present a true gentleman of the game and a master of the most accessible fisheries that we have in Australia.. Mr James caves. James, or Jimmy is not only a connoisseur of fine Rums but one of the most pragmatic fly fishos I know. His observational skills that have translated to his tying, his gear selection and fishing are worth paying attention to. On this show, we have included Jimmy from the start, and sure.. this really is a pub chat but for the observant, there is true gold to mine from this show. Jimmy is one to watch if you find yourself overloaded with information about Flyfishing.. a simple and whittled down approach that is providing more results than most in a tougher fishery than most could contemplate. We truly hope you enjoy this episode with long term friend of the show James Caves.   This show is brought to to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

look.. every now and then we like to just have a chat.. and especially on this episode Voltzy makes the long awaited return. Even as I write this, I really cant remember what we even spoke about or who we might have offended. It definitely about flyfishing I am pretty sure. This is just an easy listening show folks ... I goo one to tie flies too or make that long drive.  The show is proudly sponsored by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

On Episode 186.. Jillian is a monster on the bow !! That could be the subject of this show in itself, but to expand further let me first say that it was an honour to have Jillian on the show. Jillian is super immersed in the Fly Fishing lifestyle to say the least. A native Floridian, Jillian is the manager of the Seven Mile Fly Shop located in Marathon Florida an employee of Captains for clean water, a Tournament Angler and a record chaser. On this show we chat to Jillian a lot about Tarpon, how she caught the Tarpon bug, Her experience in the industry that led to now, and chasing records which is off the back of a great technical discussion about Tarpon leaders, the knots, the rules and the detail that goes into landing dinosaurs on 16lb test. We also talk about all this and what living within the fold of the Huff family means to her in addition to her very healthy respect she has for the traditions and rules she has for the sport.  This is a very inspirational chat that is about a self made person who has given it all to the Silver King.   This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly Apparel, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

On this episode.... We have Al Simson from Kettafly on the show.. and sincerely, this is not one to miss !! You think Bumpies eat ? Please reserve your comment until you have listened to the show. Not only do we get into the weeds about those swimming blue bolt cutters... we also talk about bus sized GT's in knee deep water, Milkies eating shrimps off the sand, and one one of the best Permit sessions Al has had in 40 plus years of fly-fishing. We also break down the reason you suck.. by that we mean how observant are you and just how credible are your observational skills.. That's right the problem your not getting better could be a real easy fix. Are you heading on a trip away? This one is for you... We talk about the most common mistakes the inexperienced make when heading away to places like Christmas Island. Man this is a great episode... school is in with this one. 

On This special episode Chris and Voltz recap a recent trip Chris took to the Florida keys to fish with Keys guide royalty Dustin Huff. The show recaps the adventure of solo travel aboard, as well as the trials of the most difficult form of Atlantic Tarpon fishing known to man. A true bucket list trip... we hope you enjoy the show.   The show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

Whether its Voltz getting those 2am phone calls or messages to either of us over social media or even in person, we get a lot of people asking us questions. On this episode, we get through some of the more popular ones or commonly overlooked aspects of fly fishing that could make your life so much easier.  Topics include (but prepare for typical digression); Loop to loop connections - you could be ruining your fly line Ever had your rod ferrules stick ? we talk about proven way to get them apart Weedguards - Are they fish guards are they gods gift to fly tyers or are they the dumbest things ever. Flies that teach technique to beginners that also are worth tying to catch fish  Selecting a fly reel - The shops are going to hate hearing this... but we want to further the sport. A beginners guide to reel selection Feathers - The difference between Saddles, Capes, Necks and Schlappen also Grizzly and non Grizzly How to fish a Crab fly - To move it or not to move it... that is not the only question.  A strong and definite description to what is sight fishing... An over used phrase that when used incorrectly is like nails on a chalkboard to a lot of people.   Stacks of info on this show, we haven't had a meaty educational show for a while, we hope you get a bit out of this one.  This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

On this weeks episode, Flyfishing guide / International Rock Star/ Commercial Fly Tyer, Shane Wakker from Baw Baw Fly Fisher joins us. Shane is the drummer from the band Bodyjar, a band who's accolades and long list of studio albums are well known all around the world, he is also a very successful Trout guide from the Gippsland hinterland region. Shane is also well known for his intricate fly tying. On this episode we talk about how Shane mixes punk rock and guiding, how he got into it, and a bit about Bodyjar. Also a very detailed account of the Baw Baw mountain region and why Shane is a black belt in Machete. If you have been living under a rock and not here one of of Australia's finest exports in music, the intro song "One in a Million" and outro "Hazy Shade of Winter ( Bangles cover)" are in the intro and outro respectively. You can book Shane for guiding through his page Baw Baw Flyfisher or you can find Bodyjar on Spotify and other places where you buy music that doesn't suck. This show is brought to you by Nervouswater Kettafly Power-Pole Total Boat Control Beast Brushes Inc Flats Craft #theintermediateline #flyfishingpodcast #bawbawflyfisher #bodyjarband

We are very please to present to you, the second instalment of our interviews with Gordon Dunlop. It is next to impossible to try and cram 50 years of fly fishing into just 2 episodes, and although we all feel we didn't leave it all on the table, we gave it a bloody good nudge. On this episode we get into some of the stories, like having to break wedding anniversary dinner plans while hooked up to VW beetle sized YFT, or Milkfish on worm hatches proving themselves to be the hardest running fish Gordon has ever experienced, to putting that much pressure on Abel BG 5 reels it expands the frame. And as you would expect, more marlin on fly stories than most will have.  We genuinely hope you enjoyed the first one, and if you di, your going to love the second one.  This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft

It’s a rare privilege to be able to speak with one of the pioneers of anything, let alone the Australian flyfishing scene. Today’s guest Gordon. Dunlop certainly qualifies as a guy who has been there and done that. We are very fortunate to have Gordon with us today, to share with us, his knowledge and perspective on Australian flyfishing scene right from the beginning.for those “who  know”, Gordon certainly doesn’t need any introduction, and for those who have no yet to have the pleasure, Gordon  is a true gentleman and pioneer of the scene in Australia. Gordon’s passion for flyfishing really comes through in his podcast and his knowledge of local and global fisheries is incredible. This one is worth 2 to 3 listens at least. Molly Meldrum would say do yourself a favour and have a listen. This show is brought to you by these sponsors Nervous Water, Kettafly Apparel , Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft 

You asked for it, we brought it... you told us you want more technical fly tying chats, well this is it !! On this episode, we present for the second time, the honourable Chad Plooy from Ploy Flies. We get Chad on to talk about the flies that he specialises in as one of Australia's premier commercial fly tyers.. All the good stuff about Bucktail flies, Game Changers, Slow Water Game Changers, Crab flies (floating sinking, deerhair, suspending), Angry Adams Flies and his own innovations. Its likely you have purchased flies from Chad, many from around this big blue blob have purchased from Chad, and if you have, you might be interested to know the technical side of what goes into making a Nickleback song... oops.. I mean productive flies.    This show is brought to you by Nervous Water, Kettafly, Power Pole, Beast Brushes and Flats Craft