This video is all about the Two Hand Retrieve and Setting the Hook with the Fly Lines (Strip Set). The Two Hand Retrieve is phenomenal way to work a fly. It can be done both fast/slow, consistent/erratic, or shallow/deep. It is most applicable in straight like cast / straight line retrieve scenario (no mending) and when working a fly at some distance, usually more than 20ft away (30ft to 100ft plus).

The retrieve put the angler in the best possible position to set the hook, by driving the hook home with a hard pull on the fly line itself - not using the rod. This direct connection to the fly eliminates all slack, keeps the fly in the water in case the fish misses the fly, guarantees the best possible hook set, and allows you to pick up any slack FAST upon hooking the fish.

Note: there is no rush to get the fish on the rod! Big fish put enough resistance on the line its easy to switch hands, smaller fish: just hand line them all the way in.