Episode 115: Thane Morgan - One of the Greatest Tarpon Fly Anglers

Mill House Podcast

Thane Morgan has earned the right to be called one of the greatest tarpon fly anglers of our time. Although, no one wins alone, ever. Thane Morgan and his guide, Dustin Huff, have been a highly successful team in pursuit of a 4 pound world record tarpon and winning the biggest tarpon tournaments in the world. They won the Gold Cup twice and set a tournament record in one of their three Don Hawley wins, 27 tarpon in five days - a record which may never be beat! Just like their 119 pound tarpon on 4 pound test…

On todays podcast, Thane tells the stories of their legendary fish fights that are as riveting as any fishing story you will ever hear, period. Thane also talks about the many commitments and sacrifices made to win at this level. Also, how they, along with Chittum Skiffs, designed the most incredible tournament boat ever built - an 80 mile an hour “widow maker!” A pole-able 21 foot all carbon fiber boat with a 300 Mercury race engine!

Everyday when these guys are on the water they are refining everything they touch and see; from their flies, rods, reels and boats, they are asking, demanding “How can this be better to catch more fish?”

It’s the mind set of guys like Thane and Dustin that’ve raised the bar in saltwater fly fishing. Those questions asked and answered are essential in perfecting the imperfect to win at the highest level. And today it’s Thane’s story all the way…