WFS 525 Custom Landing Net Build Out with Chris Loh Stonefly Nets, Jiu-jitsu, Iron Door Saloon
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Show Notes: \\xa0https://wetflyswing.com/525
Presented By: Stonefly Nets
\\xa0Today, we chat with Chris Loh, the lucky winner of our Stonefly Custom Landing Net Build Out Giveaway. Chris walks us through the process of crafting his dream net with Ethan.
We also delve into his journey from starting fly fishing with the guidance of Mel Krieger to his impressive 17-year tenure in jiu-jitsu.
Episode Chapters with Chris Loh on Custom Landing Net Build Out
01:52 \\u2013 Chris began fly fishing when his uncle hired his friend Mel Krieger to teach Chris and his twin brother how to cast on their 12th birthday.
3:00 \\u2013 After college, Chris took a break from fishing to focus on being part of the workforce. It wasn\\u2019t until a few years ago, just before the pandemic began, that his friend rekindled his interest in fly fishing.
05:50 \\u2013 We talked about Chris\\u2019s experience as the lucky winner of the Stonefly Nets giveaway event.
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07:20 \\u2013 Chris shares the process of building a net with Ethan. He said selecting the right wood was the most challenging aspect. They opted for a madrone burl for the handle, accentuated with a strip of wenge to symbolize a black belt.
11:51 \\u2013 Chris has been practicing jiu-jitsu for almost 17 years now.
22:36 \\u2013 Chris listens to The Strenuous Life Podcast, Fight Life, and Joe Rogan. He also shared that one of the first episodes he listened to on the Wet Fly Swing podcast featured Steve Potter.
34:50 \\u2013 Chris owns California\\u2019s oldest saloon, the Iron Door Saloon.
Show Notes: \\xa0https://wetflyswing.com/525
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