Forum: Forum Polls
04-12-2013, 01:56 PM
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Replies: 65
Views: 5,552
Re: Favorite number of rod pieces?
I voted 3 and if you bear with me, here is the reason why.
One piece rods are too long too fit in my car and expect passengers to be comfortable...especially rigged.:yikes:
Two piece rods are...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-18-2013, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 147
Re: Help with info on old glass rod.....
The first fly rod I learned on was the South Bend Classic ll 8.5 foot, which was labeled as a 7 weight. Besides the WF and DT 7 weight lines, I found the DT6 to work well. In my opinion, a WF8...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-13-2013, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 435
Re: Glass rods ?
I started with glass, switched to graphite, and now I'm mostly back to glass. When seeking a rod, you're likely to find the shorter vintage glass rods to be at least a 5 weight. For something less,...
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Forum: Fly Lines
03-11-2013, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 198
Re: Need advice on new fly line.
I agree with the other posters regarding fly line. For inexpensive new fly line, I've lately been purchasing on-line from Old Tyme Fly Fishing. And I've been very satisfied. Their most expensive line...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-11-2013, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 264
Re: best value 8wt rod and reel?
I highly recommend the Albright XXT 8 weight at 149.99 and their GP reel at 39.99. I have the XXT 10 weight and it is a very powerful rod that will cast large bulky flies a long way. The XXT is a...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-09-2013, 08:45 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,479
Re: Best Trout Rods ?
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Originally Posted by mikel: "Yes, you have to ship me the glass rods."
I appreciate your consideration for my "dilemma", but I think I'd rather send you my arm...non casting of course.
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Forum: Other Gear
03-09-2013, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 15,183
Re: Best Waders: Simms Vs. Orvis
I appreciate all of the knowledgeable information, personal experience, and honest opinions.
Over the years, I'd only wet waded with tennis shoes or the like. A couple of years ago I added a pair...
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Forum: Other Gear
03-09-2013, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 46
Views: 1,545
Re: Fishing Hat
As a teenager, I always fished with a Western stetson style hat...even in New England. Today, my usual fishing hat is a Tilley, but my Oilskin Madison Packable from Original Outback is the best for...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-09-2013, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,479
Re: Best Trout Rods ?
After consideration, my "best trout rod" would have to be my Tenkara Iwana. I can't possibly present a fly more delicately and with a better drift than any conventional rods. It allows me to fool...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-09-2013, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 250
Re: Rod length in relation to casting distance ?
Rod length plays some part in casting distance, as does line speed. With a rod rated for two weights you will notice that you can generally cast better further distances with the lower weight. The...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-07-2013, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 201
Re: Well, guess what ?
I'd hold off until they have their annual spring fishing sale. That's what I'm waiting for.
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-04-2013, 09:12 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 527
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Forum: Fly Lines
02-25-2013, 12:45 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 139
Re: Looking for line for a 7 wt.
I've tried several bass tapers, Cortland, Orvis, Rio, SA, Bass Pro and, other than the Bass Pro line, they've all worked well. Of them all, I have had the best success with the Cortland 333 Bass...
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Forum: Fly Rods
02-25-2013, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 661
Re: Albright Products
I have several GP's and an XX. They are finished very nicely, especially for the price paid. Mine are all 2010 or 2011 models and I actually prefer them over rods costing much more. The GP (replaced...
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Forum: Fly Rods
02-20-2013, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,151
Re: Scoop on LL Bean Fly Rods?
You're exactly right and I was going to add that in my reply, even though it's not something I personally like to do. Although that is not my habit, I have benefited from those that have returned...
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Forum: Forum Polls
02-20-2013, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 115
Views: 10,501
Re: How far can you cast?
So much depends upon the tools in use (as well as the level of wind...of course). With my saltwater set up, I expect to cast more than 80' into the wind and more than 100' in my back yard. In...
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Forum: Forum Polls
02-20-2013, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 66
Views: 2,699
Re: What do you consider a "caught" fish?
Interesting poll. My personal view as to what is considered a "caught" fish is not listed. My view: if the fish comes into a close enough proximity to me so that I could reach down and touch it, it's...
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Forum: Forum Polls
02-20-2013, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 65
Views: 5,552
Re: Favorite number of rod pieces?
I prefer a 2 piece for ease of set up, take down, and going from one site to another. However, for transport of rods, my preference changes because, even though my car holds a 2 piece in 9' or less,...
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Forum: Fly Rods
02-19-2013, 11:09 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 621
Re: Odd or even number rods?
It appears to be pretty much a split for me. Of the 24 rods I fished with last year, 13 were "odd" and 11 were "even". However, some of the "odd" were fished "even" and some of the "even" were fished...
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Forum: Fly Rods
02-19-2013, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,151
Re: Scoop on LL Bean Fly Rods?
You can't ask for a better guarantee than what LL Bean provides. I've had to replace articles of clothes that did not last as expected; and a flashlight. I never had any questions asked...even though...
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Forum: Forum Polls
02-18-2013, 10:00 AM
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Replies: 139
Views: 8,295
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Forum: Forum Polls
02-15-2013, 09:07 PM
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Replies: 258
Views: 19,110
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Forum: Warmwater Fly Fishing
01-25-2013, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,156
Re: Is an 8 wt too much rod for smallmouth?
Most of the smallmouth waters around me are clear and gravelly lakes that don't have a lot of thick vegetation. If I'm wading and looking for distance, I'll use a 10' 6 wt rod and #6-#12 woolly...
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Forum: Warmwater Fly Fishing
01-24-2013, 03:51 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 1,291
Re: Looking for Bass Rod
I generally use 7-8 weight fiberglass as bass rods. There's nothing like a 7 lb bass on fiberglass. In addition, the softer action actually helps the fish to remain hooked.
If I do feel the need...
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Forum: Forum Polls
01-24-2013, 03:22 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 801
Re: Floating line... WF or DT
For most freshwater fishing I use a fiberglass rod with DT. I've the habit of having too much line in the air and DT seems to compensate. In addition, 70-75 feet is about as far as I generally want...
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