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Smallmouth Episodes

Nov. 7, 2024

S6, Ep 134: Wrapping Up the Smallmouth Season with Brendan Ruch

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash wraps up the final Ruch Report of the year with Brendan Ruch of Ruch Angling. Reflecting on a successful first season, Brendan shares his thoughts on the current fishing...

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Oct. 23, 2024

S6, Ep 126: Fall Smallmouth Tactics with Brendan Ruch: Low and Slow S…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash reconnects with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares his experiences from a crisp fall day on the river, discussing how the changing season is...

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Oct. 19, 2024

S6, Ep 125: Weathering the Storm: Southwest Virginia's Fishing and To…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash connects with Matt Reilly for a comprehensive update on the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia. Matt shares his firsthand experiences of the storm's imp...

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Oct. 10, 2024

S6, Ep 120: Fall Fishing Tactics with Brendan Ruch: Navigating Clear …

Marvin Cash is joined by Brendan Ruch to discuss the current smallmouth fishing conditions in Pennsylvania as the season transitions into fall. Brendan shares insights about the recent bump in water levels that has improved f...

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Sept. 27, 2024

S6, Ep 115: Fall Smallie Fishing and Boat Snacks: Brendan Ruch's Angl…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another Ruch Report. Brendan shares his observations on the current fall transition, including cooler temperatures and wetter conditions...

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Sept. 21, 2024

S6, Ep 112: Smallmouth Transitions and Musky Prep: Matt Reilly's Sout…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Matt Reilly for another Southwest Virginia Fishing Report. They discuss the current transition period in smallmouth fishing, where water temperatures are...

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Sept. 12, 2024

S6, Ep 107: Puppy Chow and Popping Bugs: Brendan Ruch's Fishing Forec…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares updates on the current fishing conditions, highlighting the mixed period of topwater and ...

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Aug. 31, 2024

S6, Ep 100: Late Summer Fishing Strategies and Stream Cleanups with B…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash checks in with Brendan Ruch for another Ruch Report. Brendan shares his recent experiences on the water, discussing the impact of fluctuating weather on fishing conditio...

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Aug. 22, 2024

S6, Ep 94: Weather Whiplash and Smallmouth Strategies in Southwest Vi…

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Matt Reilly for another comprehensive Southwest Virginia Fishing Report. They dive into the recent weather patterns, discussing the cooler temperatures a...

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Aug. 14, 2024

S6, Ep 89: Post-Storm Strategies with Brendan Ruch

In this episode of The Articulate Fly, host Marvin Cash catches up with Brendan Ruch for another insightful Ruch Report. Brendan shares his recent adventures in Canada, where he enjoyed catching largemouth and smallmouth bass...

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July 31, 2024

S6, Ep 84: Hot Weather, Hotter Bites: Brendan Ruch's Midriver Strateg…

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. In this episode, Brendan shares his sunburnt adventures and insights from a day of popper fishing. They discuss the challenges of summer f...

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July 27, 2024

S6, Ep 83: Hot Days and Clear Waters: Matt Reilly's Southwest Virgini…

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another Southwest Virginia Fishing Report with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences with the recent weather conditions, including regional rainstorms that h...

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July 18, 2024

S6, Ep 78: Cinnamon Zyns and Topwater Wins: The Ruch Report

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. In this episode, Brendan reflects on his recent 30th birthday celebrations and shares his unique fishing experiences in Wiscons...

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June 28, 2024

S6, Ep 71: Adapting to Heat and Low Flows: A Southwest Virginia Fishi…

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Southwest Virginia Fishing Report with Matt Reilly. In this episode, Matt shares his experiences battling the summer heat and how it has impacted fishing cond...

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June 20, 2024

S6, Ep 67: Low Water Challenges and Smallmouth Strategies with Brenda…

Join host Marvin Cash on The Articulate Fly for another insightful Ruch Report with Brendan Ruch. Brendan shares his experiences and tips for fishing during the challenging heat waves in Central PA. He discusses the importanc...

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