Epic Battle with Large Brown Trout

Wader trouble and spectacular dry fly fishing..Support the channel at / gundogandfly

[@kartdriver111]

Is this the first actual honest review on KZbin? So tired of shameless brand marketing by KZbinrs. I appreciate your honesty!! 💪

[@springerspanielful]

Honesty is always the best policy..

[@davidjackson-xg8hq]

Thank you so much George for that info on waders. You just saved me a fortune.

[@springerspanielful]

Glad to help

[@unclearthur9192]

G'Day George, A magnificent looking brown trout. I do most of my fishing in a pair of PVC thigh waders or I wet wade during the summer in heavy cotton pants and canvas jungle boots. A few times, I've had large tiger snakes have a go at me, when I haven't seen them in the undergrowth. Not a pleasant experience when wet wading ! I've also had snakes swim by me and been very relieved that they didn't mistake me for a bush. Cheers, Steve

[@springerspanielful]

Luckily we don't have snakes in Ireland.

[@unclearthur9192]

@@springerspanielful Yes, Saint Patrick did a good job there!

[@backpackingireland8624]

Waders 🤦‍♂️ Just replaced G3’s , leaked after 15 years. Absolutely owed me nothing. But probably not used heavily, maybe 20 outings a year ! Just bought Wychwood , So far so good . Yes they can be troublesome. What a trout, epic fishing, fishing at its finest. Absolutely outstanding George 🤩👏👏👏👏

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks for sharing

[@markdunne8204]

I’ve a pair of G3’s for over 6 years only a couple small leaks now. Never leave them balled up in the boot of the car and always dry them after use. Repairs should be done on the inside. Only have to look at what guides are wearing in Alaska, Montana etc. 90% simms. Nothing will survive barbwire and bushwhacking though but simms are far heavier than most. Great video as always!

[@springerspanielful]

Maybe I'm expecting too much.

[@Thebonesoftrees]

I had to re watch the battle scene with head phones so I can hear that drag kick off. Great stuff, cheers from Vancouver Island , BC . Canada.

[@springerspanielful]

Tight lines from Ireland.

[@kevd2908]

100% on the waders george Great fishing 🎣 cheap waders all the way might get the season out of them 😉

[@springerspanielful]

You got that right!

[@FITZIEBLUE]

That catch, sweet ! everything about it , the setting, the sky, the build up, the battle, and most importantly the wonderful Trout who had outsmarted humans up to that point !

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks a million.

[@ivannewman2960]

Savage fish George can’t beat the evening dry fly fishing 👍👍👍

[@springerspanielful]

Nothing like it.

[@nobodyisreal8103]

Superb well done this is why we fish days like this bring on the brownies 👏👏

[@springerspanielful]

Couldn't agree more

[@brendan8621]

Very well edited George and what a great trout from a lovely stretch of water. Maybe a pair of cheap waterproof trousers to throw over the top of the waders might prolong them! Thanks again for a great video

[@springerspanielful]

Possibly!

[@SpiralMoss]

Nice trout, the Fergus river in Clare produces good size fish too. There's no angling pressure in the Fergus either 👍

[@springerspanielful]

Good to know!

[@ericlong9085]

Absolutely agree with your wader talk,, I got a pair of wychwood waders 2 years ago and there still without leaks touch wood

[@ericlong9085]

Btw they didn't cost an arm and a leg

[@springerspanielful]

Lucky you..

[@andysfishingandflytyingcha2310]

Brilliant footage mate. Your new camera has really made your videos clearer, more defined, just the quality is better, especially the sound. Re. waders, l agree they are all vastly overpriced and are all likely to tear on the riverbank. I've got Vision waders, medium price range. No where near the Simms, Patagonia, top end Orvis price range. Had them for five seasons now, still as tight as a drum. Now l don't think they would have had quiet as much use as yours but five seasons and going strong is pretty good. By the way, l love Orvis gear, l've got a couple of their Recon rods and two Battenkill ll reels, love them. Also got a pair of their wading boots, again they would have been mid range. Never had any issues with them, soles are solid. Just added studs for limestone streams in Wales and Devon. Again in their fifth season. Good luck with your new waders mate. Cheers! Cheers!

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks a lot Andy.

[@paddywhack300]

Excellent fishing great to have fishing like that on our doorstep,have to agree with you on the waders,impossible to get a decent pair all the leaks seem to be in the lower leg definitely reinforcement needed at this point manufacturer's take note. Keep the videos coming well done supe fish.

[@springerspanielful]

Couldn't agree more

[@markjamesculley8954]

That was unreal George , fair play

[@springerspanielful]

Glad you enjoyed.

[@karlnoonan5597]

Fantastic video, George. Serious trout; appreciated the way you let him revive before release. Some anglers need a bit of example like that. Thank you Also, super image quality from your new camera.

[@springerspanielful]

Absolutely

[@Ger886]

Really enjoyable and informative video George. Brilliant bit of knowledge and skills on show and a real beautiful trout back to fight another day. As for waders agree with you a total rip off although I do prefer the breathable stocking foot and boots for support and grip etc but they don’t last either.

[@springerspanielful]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@oreilly6365]

If River fishing was a computer game you just beat the game!!!!! 👏🇮🇪👌

[@springerspanielful]

Many thanks.

[@maxjarno7814]

Super good with honest people.. I have almost the exact same experience as you with waders. Started with PVC went to Neopren to Goretex with leaks.. A friend worked at a fishing shop told me that Simms is the shit all the guides use Simms. But thoose expensive ripoff Simms and they leaked as all of the rest. Today I always look for the cheapest ones with boots attached. Same with wader jackets... Rods did I buy Sage or Loomis all the way back since the 90s. Tried Vision Mag and 35% of the cost for a Sage I ve got a way better rod with the Mag... Love your video..

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks for the visit.

[@gregb8824]

Agreed, the new trout LL form sage is particular rubbish!

[@peterlaidler3895]

Hi George, great video as usual. Great camera work. As for the waders! We are seduced by all the rhetoric from across the Atlantic. Don't know about you, but waders are not in my book a fashion item. Consequently my friends and I usually use PVC [which can make you perspire admittedly] but will take a fair bit of hammer. I have also used a pair form GYBE who make then using the same materials as used in diving suits. 8 years and still going strong.

[@springerspanielful]

Sounds good alright.

[@jimalexander7332]

That one set the heart racing George.....well done

[@springerspanielful]

For sure Jim,had to take a little rest after the fight.

[@brianscully6227]

U enjoyed that one George,some fish

[@springerspanielful]

Sure did Brian.

[@alexj590]

Bought a Decathlon pair for €100 last year and they are rock solid. I have worn them 80 - 100 times, climbed many a bank, dropped down chutes, clambered through thistles and brambles. Not 1 leak.

[@springerspanielful]

Must check them out..

[@david1888walsh]

Mighty stuff Tom, Mick and George. That new camera is just mighty mo chara. Every care taken of that lovely trout as always and back in the swim. Only way to do it. Awful that some morons kill fish lime that. Shortsighted and dim-witted. Let em go to breed and they'll be there to catch again. Maithiu

[@springerspanielful]

Go raibh maith agat Daithí.

[@martincorcoran8263]

Epic is right. What a beauty. Well done George. As for waders, there a joke and the money we pay for them !

[@springerspanielful]

Good man Martin.

[@davidjackson-xg8hq]

The quality of the videos is amazing with the new Camera. Fair play to you George

[@springerspanielful]

Good man David..

[@mikeney5113]

What a tank. Beautiful brown.congrats!

[@springerspanielful]

Sure was,a real beauty.

[@marksmangl]

I'm the same as you George iv had two pairs of g3 the older pair lasted longer to be fair but the latest pair were hopeless when I bought them I was told wader for life. I minded them as best I could hanging them up turning them inside out to dry but now I might as well wear my swimming trunks id be interested to know how you get on as I'm in the market. Great videos the new camera is mighty. Thanks for the entertainment and education.

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks for your input Robert.

[@blondiebranagan630]

Serious trout George well done!! What fly did he take out of interest??

[@springerspanielful]

My little size 18 sherry spinner pattern.

[@b52bomber1]

Well played George...Super fish 👏

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks a million.

[@Tjk186]

What an epic wild fish George! ...great job to catch/land him, and then release back..helped by using a not-too-stiff rod action and small fly/thin tippet?...so glad you got the high-quality video footage as well...great memories...congratulations!

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks 👍

[@johnduffield3269]

Hi George, great angling and great video, well done. I agree with your views on waders, no matter what I paid for them to date mine have all been fine to start with but then start to become a bit porous after which they quickly become useless. My most recent pair are guideline , not expensive but seem better than most of their predecessors so far. Be assured I have absolutely nothing to do with that company. Have a great season, thanks for the videos.

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks 👍

[@johnduffield3269]

I went fishing yesterday and guess what, my guideline waders that I said had been OK leaked!!!!

[@springerspanielful]

@@johnduffield3269 I rest my case.

[@Lukasz_Fishing_Ireland]

Well done. Nice trout 👍🙂🌞

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks 👍

[@davidmiller1366]

A BEAST OF A BROWN TROUT WELL DONE THERE A FISH OF A LIFETIME THERE.

[@springerspanielful]

A real beaut David..

[@davidgregg8757]

Been looking forward to this video, cracking fish & fight, Is a trout that size rare in that river or wud u say there’s bigger again? As for waders I’m pretty new to chest waders, last year I went as cheap as I could find and got Leeda waders and boots, they lasted me 7 months and completely fell apart, this year I’m on vision atom so far so good. I’m on the river once or twice a week

[@springerspanielful]

Trout that size are rarely caught on fly,there are indeed bigger fish,I've caught some and hooked many that I didn't land.

[@101mossie]

Great vid, using same pair of €50 PROS waist waders for last 10 years, only leaks were my fault, sweat like a pig in them but never leak, wouldn’t waist money on neoprene, dirt. 😂👍🏻

[@springerspanielful]

Good stuff

[@mylesreilly5912]

Question please Sir. I have a lovely 5WT fly rod, lovely to cast etc, BUT i think im losing to many fish on it. You use a 3WT, do you think the 3Wt keeps the fish buttons up a lot better than a 5Wt because its more flexible? thank you. Sorry i should also say the average size of the trout in my local river is about 11 inches, or half a pound cheers!

[@springerspanielful]

There could be many reasons why you might be losing fish,I caught many fish on different weight rods and there was no real difference,I think you may need to look a little deeper into the issue than the rod weight.

[@hopper1aoa15]

I have to say the quality of the vids from your new go pro Cam is amazing..

[@springerspanielful]

I think so too!

[@emisaliaflyfishing6741]

Amazing ! Beautiful fish and good video Please us it possible to tell me thé name on the river ? Thanks Best regards

[@springerspanielful]

River Suir in Ireland.

[@gregb8824]

I've got the g3 and love them. Solid waders at 5 years old and roughly 500 hours(quite likely even more) on them. They are standing up nicely. I would recommend not wearing waders whenever possible to prolong their life. Wet wading can be refreshing with a pair of quick dry pants.

[@springerspanielful]

You wouldn't wet wade where I fish,and that's for sure.And of course they would last longer if not worn.

[@gregb8824]

@@springerspanielful you may not be able to wet wade but for many in other countries it is a viable option, and one that regularly gets overlooked. As far as Simms quality goes a quick google seach reveals a user rating of 4.9/5 with over 400 people commenting on their experience. It seems your troubles with waders may be unique to your situation.

[@marksmangl]

🤣 800 bucks for waders to leave them in the van in ireland you wouldn't fish for too long

[@gregb8824]

@@marksmangl exactly my point!!! IRELAND has unique conditions that other countries dont have. I see people in waders when its 30°C If the briar and barbwire are so prevalent where you fish then pack the waders in and put them on stream side. Gundog should have prefaced the review saying there is not a wader known to man that can survive the Irish wilds. Your orvis waders will fail/disappoint just as quickly!!! Please follow up in a season and let is know how you get on.

[@tommywhitfield4654]

good action,great angling 👍.what lb of leader do you use .

[@springerspanielful]

6x 3.5lb

[@Followthepath89]

I’ve used vass waders - heavy duty numbers and I’m sliding down rocks and trecking through bushes no problems at all

[@springerspanielful]

Not available here in Ireland.

[@robertgreen5217]

What a fantastic video.👍

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks Robert.

[@AquaticsMain]

Hi love your videos. I take my Springer on trail walks(10 m/o pup) which is good for him but I want to take his learning further. Do you know of any open area/field in Westmeath near Mullingar where I can take him. He has good recall. Thank you.

[@springerspanielful]

Not familiar with that part of the country,sorry.

[@mikeney5113]

George I bought a pair of compass 360 waders and I fish almost daily.the waders are awesome for less than simns.

[@springerspanielful]

Don't think they're available here in Ireland.

[@goinfishinalba9811]

@@springerspanielful compass 360 go online nd order them

[@ericlong9085]

Beautiful trout

[@springerspanielful]

Yes it was

[@shortcircuit7310]

For me anyway, waders are a curse. The expensive ones leak just as easy as the cheap. For me I think a big issue is that for the rivers we fish, there are often briars etc that we have to fight through to get to the river. Some places I fish the bank access is steep enough and I have to half step, half arse-slide down to the river and I'm certain that I have put holes in my waders that way. I got so frustrated with breathable waders leaking that I switched to a pair of Vass PVC waders. They are not as light and comfortable as breathables but they are more robust. Not infallible though I still have a few holes which I got because I went through some dense sceach bushes when I should have gone around

[@springerspanielful]

Well said Liam,they're just not up to Typical Irish conditions.

[@chasselynch5733]

Yes every pair of waders I have purchased always start leaking usually start at the stocking foot seams

[@springerspanielful]

A common problem alright.

[@chasselynch5733]

The best brand I think is Patagonia I have their wading pants and they have preformed well,Orvis makes great gear and clothes but the pros and the clear water waders are one in the same failable leakable after a season

[@springerspanielful]

Haven't tried Patagonia yet,will bear them in mind for the future.

[@ritaodonovan5231]

Nice one Ge

[@springerspanielful]

Cheers Dave..

[@chasselynch5733]

I'm curious to know Geroge do you fish all year round spring summer fall and winter? We do here in the states ,but curious about seasons and times of year you guys fish over ther

[@springerspanielful]

Our fishing season extends from 17th or March to September 31st.

[@davidmartin8067]

@@springerspanielful September 31 the Luck of the Irish

[@springerspanielful]

@@davidmartin8067 Indeed.

[@thomasanderson7164]

I think Simms waders have a lifetime warranty? I got the Simms freestone this year, have about 40 hours on them with no issues.. but I treat them like a baby.

[@springerspanielful]

I'm not great with babies unfortunately,lol.

[@adamadock9205]

I have to say Georgie in the last couple of videos u have been catching all the big Trout any chance u will take a break and leave some for me 😂

[@springerspanielful]

There's a few still around Adam.

[@ShotawayFilms]

Brilliant watch.Thanks.Talk to Uk's Diver Dave regarding waders.Link online.

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks for the tip.

[@TheScientificAngler]

ive got simms g3 also issues with leaking. Only waders I've had that havent leaked are a rubber pair of daiwa waders i got for 40 quid

[@springerspanielful]

Rubber is so sweaty.

[@fabiochizzola8566]

I had some leaking problems with my G3's as well after one season....I sent them to Simms and they fixed them at no cost.

[@springerspanielful]

Long waw from Ireland unfortunately.

[@gianlucapaolella9345]

I bought my first Simms G4 I have had no issues for 6 solid year's. bought the new Simms G4 2 years ago still not one issue. My two buddy's also have bought G4 have not a single problem in 5 year's since they invested in G4. maybe G3 aren't the same quality George.

[@springerspanielful]

Maybe so.

[@mikelundrigan2285]

I only use boot foot thigh high waders, nylon coated with water proofing; just replaced a ten year old pair last year after they started to leak; not expensive but hard to get in a size 14 (Canadian). I always assume I will likely get wet due to a slip or trying too hard to get to the other side😂😂😂 so I always have a change of clothes in my truck to wear on my return! Nothing comfortable about sitting in your vehicle wearing soaked clothes!! Brambles and thorns will likely prove to be the downfall of most!! Not common here, thankfully!

[@springerspanielful]

Thanks for the visit Mike.

[@hopper1aoa15]

Still using the auld rubber ones and never had a leak yet only prob with them is if the river bed is anyway slippy you have to take care, was thinking of getting some foam and screw in studs to see if that improves the situation....they've never leaked in 4yrs i've been using them...

[@springerspanielful]

Problem with the rubber ones is if you walk any distance the perspiration is a killer.

[@hopper1aoa15]

@@springerspanielful that is very true which means you're wet either way though it is only on the warmest days i've noticed that to be honest....I was really into getting the type you have but i've watched one of members having to fork out every year for a new pair and new boots and I saw another member with a real expensive brand new pair he was wearing for the first time getting them snagged on something in the boat we we're fishing from and it tore the arse and some of the leg by the time he copped that he was snagged and I know it wasn't funny but myself and other club members really tried not to laugh but we ended up nearly pissing ourselves we were laughing that hard which didn't help matters as the member in question is a fair impatient man at the best of times,so when he blew his top over the waders it just caused everyone to laugh even harder which definitely didn't help matters,jesus we're bad,he laughs about it himself these days and often tells the story to those that hadn't heard the story and has a good laugh.oh the joys of our pastime,you can't beat it,sure what else would we be doing,agus tá an scéal fada sin thart.

[@springerspanielful]

@@hopper1aoa15 Scéal io tach greannmhar ab ea é.

[@charliegraves-martin9188]

U should try duck hunting waders

[@springerspanielful]

If you mean neoprene I've tried them,you're wet whether you wear them or not.

[@davidhunt6322]

Class!

[@springerspanielful]

Cheers David.

[@davidhunt6322]

Forgot to mention George, my waders are from an Irish company called clim8, worn them lots, don't do as much maintenance as maybe I should. I wear them out in my float tube also and they are as leak free as the day I bought them! Reasonable price too

[@springerspanielful]

@@davidhunt6322 Had 3 pairs of them myself,and used to sell them in my shop,very poor performance,maybe I was unlucky.

[@paullong1472]

What leader do you use?

[@springerspanielful]

Trying a variety of new to me brands,I will include my opinions in a future vid.

[@paullong1472]

@@springerspanielful thanks, just wondering what leader you are using in the video. Breaking strain etc. Whatever you are using, it looks very reliable.

[@springerspanielful]

@@paullong1472 It's a 15' Varivas tapered leader in 6x.

[@TopSecretVid]

what rod?

[@springerspanielful]

9foot 3 weight Loomis

[@Justme-oh4bo]

To be honest, I think that waders have only one real practical purpose we can expect from them (the reason why they were invented); to keep you dry in water, whilst still allowing for lighter weight and therefore freedom of movement and breathability etc....they are or were, not meant as say a protective screen of 'armour' against rough undergrowth, brambles, barbed wire or other hard, abrasive surfaces such as rocks, stones and so on...and don't think the manufacturers make such claims! To have proper protective properties, they'd probably need to me made of kevlar (body armour) or other such material....which would likely be much thicker material, then imagine the weight, the stiffness and lack of breathability in wearing them etc! Think its a case of us looking after our kit more rather than the other way around aha!

[@springerspanielful]

They should be up to the normal wear and tear of the river bank within reason, not the case with most.

[@adamricken4792]

100% agree with ya on the waders..total rip off..you pay €800 for a rod and you get a lifetime warranty...you pay the same for the waders and you get a season or 2 out of them.. complete rip off

[@springerspanielful]

Facts..