Forum: Other Gear
09-08-2012, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 931
Re: Need to find a new pack
I use the pack as storage for items I don't need immediate access to. Rain jacket, snacks, extra fly box, etc. When I'm thirsty I just reach behind me and grab the bottle. By loosening the...
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Forum: Other Gear
09-07-2012, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 931
Re: Need to find a new pack
The Nimbus with suspenders worked great. I wore it all week, fishing about 7 hours per day. The lumbar belt on this pack is much improved over previous designs. Very comfortable. Saved my lower...
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Forum: Other Gear
08-03-2012, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 966
Re: Has anyone used the "Fas-snap " fly attach?
Hemostat knot (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iDUm9iZi4qg)
I was close to trying the Fas-snap until I came across the hemostat knot. I've gotten to where I can tie one of these in about 5...
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Forum: Other Gear
07-28-2012, 10:07 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 931
Re: Need to find a new pack
I've been around the block several times trying to find a pack thats just right. Vests make my arthritic shoulders and neck sore. I had the Waterdance and while it was a good pack I found that I...
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Forum: Classifieds, Business, Fishing Tackle etc.
07-09-2012, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 907
Re: Allen Trout Reel Clearance!
I don't know what they would do to improve on an already great product. I love mine.
I hope entirely new and entirely updated doesn't translate into an entirely new higher price.
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Forum: General Discussion
05-08-2012, 09:12 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 712
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Forum: Classifieds, Business, Fishing Tackle etc.
04-28-2012, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 583
Views: 64,416
Re: Allen Fly Fishing - Product Discounts
I bought some of Allens 5wt fly line last year. Wow. Probably the best I've ever cast. Smooth, supple and keeps its float. Highly recommended.
Justin, are you guys going to make it available...
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Forum: Other Gear
02-08-2012, 09:04 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,835
Re: Which pack?
Had a waterdance but gave it away. It was ok but was heavy even when empty. That flip down fly tray was more gimmick than useful. Plus where to hang the net?
Currently looking at the...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-08-2012, 05:32 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 359
Re: Books and authors.
Anything Gierach. Thomas McGuanes The Longest Silence. Just started An Entirely synthetic fish by Anders Halverson. Its pretty interesting history of the rainbow trout. I never could get into the...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-07-2012, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 709
Re: Hemostat Knot
Wow! This knot is greatness. Especially for us old guys with fat shaky fingers. Thanks Dave. I've got it down to about 5 seconds after threading the eye. Now I need something just as fast and...
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Forum: General Discussion
01-26-2012, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 1,457
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Forum: General Discussion
01-25-2012, 04:34 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,778
Re: Vest, Lanyard or Chest Pack?
I've used vests, fanny packs, daypacks, shoulder bags, lanyards alone and in different combinations. Having an arthritic neck and shoulders doesn't make it any easier.
Best combination for me...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-23-2011, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 3,055
Re: favorite fly box?
Flambeau Blue Ribbon. Discovered these last year. Double sided, clear covers, vertical friction foam to grip the flies.
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Forum: General Discussion
05-15-2011, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,412
Re: Just bought Korkers, need help.
Hows the sizing on the 3.0's? Have they changed the rule of going up a size? Last time I tried on the Korkers I just couldn't hit the sweet spot of fit. Seems the 11's were too tight and the 12's...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-01-2011, 03:26 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 1,917
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Forum: General Discussion
04-26-2011, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,552
Re: Wading boots?
Getting Korkers myself based on the ability to change out soles. Probably go with the Redsides though. While the lacing system on the Chromes is no doubt convenient, I prefer the simplicity of...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-14-2011, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 5,444
Re: Simms Waders and Sage Rods .... At Costco?!
Before this gets off track and turns into a political thread I'll just weigh in.
Same thing has happened to several market segments. Cameras, PC's, Bicycles, Wine....just to name a few. Most of...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-14-2011, 08:06 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 5,444
Re: Simms Waders and Sage Rods .... At Costco?!
I have mixed feeling on this whole thing. I like free markets but also believe in brand integrity and the manufacturers right to protect it. The whole issue of the manufacturer not honoring their...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-10-2011, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 998
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Forum: General Discussion
04-09-2011, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 998
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Forum: General Discussion
04-02-2011, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 936
Re: Release your trout gently
What kind of maniac drives 75mph down a fishery road? Most fishery roads I've been on I wouldn't even drive at 40mph. 75mph is insane.
I release my catch with the maximum gentleness. ...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-02-2011, 08:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 936
Re: Release your trout gently
I carry a slingshot and shoot, err.. release, them upstream from my location so they can slowly drift back by and I can catch them again. ;)
I have this mental image of 2 guys in a car going...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-30-2011, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 260
Re: What do you use for a h2o filter?
I saw these at REI and almost bought one. My biggest complaint on the old style was the amount of force you had to apply. If these are much easier I'll just go ahead and get one. REI's return...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-29-2011, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 260
What do you use for a h2o filter?
I drink a lot of water on the streams especially when we're hiking into small streams and creeks. I can't carry enough water and don't like the weight so I have used various filter combos over the...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-29-2011, 07:23 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,103
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