
Host @DrChicone and his guest, Eric Palladino, trade the calm of arrival for the raw unpredictability of the open water, chasing a fight that pushes them both to their limit. This is Costa Rica, Part Two.

There are places where the noise fades, time slows down, and the boundary between ourselves and the natural world begins to disappear. This is Thin Space.

On the wild Pacific coast of Costa Rica, Drew Chicone is joined by actor Erik Palladino (ER, NCIS: Los Angeles, Godfather of Harlem) for an episode defined by unpredictability and raw nature. Set at the remote 4 Corners Lodge on the Osa Peninsula—one of the most biologically intense places on Earth.

On Costa Rica’s wild Pacific coast, world renowned angler, Drew Chicone, and actor, Erik Palladino, battle heavy seas and chaos in pursuit of roosterfish and tuna—where laughter, resilience, and ocean-to-table reward define the adventure.

Thin Space is a premium docu-series where world-renowned fly fisherman Drew Chicone leads notable guests into the world’s most evocative landscapes—using fly fishing as the entry point for presence, connection, and personal discovery.

Drew Chicone doesn’t do anything half-assed. From breaking IGFA records, to quite literally writing the book on the art of saltwater flies (technically, he’s written 17 of them), his expertise in angling can’t be understated.

There are those who fish... and there are those who are born Fischers.

Drew Chicone is a renowned fly designer, author, and educator based in Fort Myers, Florida. Widely respected throughout the fly-fishing community, he is best known for his innovative saltwater fly patterns, hands-on teaching style, and deep knowledge of the species and ecosystems on the west coast of Florida & the Bahamas.

Drew Chicone is an example of a true artisan. These are the folks who will hand down knowledge for generations to come to keep the artistry that makes us unique as humans.

Scotty and Drew Talk Fly Design, Production, Saltwater Fly Fishing and More!

Watch two fly fishing gurus comb the flats combining knowledge, experience, and talent to pull in the beautiful, elusive bonefish.

Our most feature-rich, stable, and high-capacity platform, the Rackham Gatorshell Paddle Board just got an all-new upgrade: the APEX Pedal Drive. Our popular pedal drive system is now available on select models of this solid fishing platform, making it perfect for those looking to take their fishing and expedition adventures to the next level.

This week, Sean sits down with our longtime BOTE Ambassador, Drew Chicone, an author, fly designer, and all-around fly fishing artisan.


World Class Fly Tyer and author of 11 books, Drew Chicone found himself in a Cardiologists office at the age of 25.

If you missed my Pro Take Over on Costa Del Mar's Instagram Story about paddle board fishing, don't worry ... I have you covered.

In Episode 5, we’ll go behind the scenes with fly designer, avid SUP angler, casting instructor, author, entrepreneur and Costa Pro Drew Chicone as he walks us through his personal Gear Garage.