Forum: Fly Rods
05-18-2013, 07:55 PM
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Replies: 38
Views: 864
Re: lifetime warranty rods / outfits?
I've been following the discussions on this thread and I feel I gotta throw in my $0.02.
I'd rather buy rods with 5 year warranty and pay 25% less than today's prices; whoever wants lifetime...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-18-2013, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 198
Re: Cork handle filler falling out
I prefer Cork + Glue and I select a wine cork that has the same color as the handle. Be careful when sanding the filling material because it is possible to sand into the handle (the handle cork is...
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Forum: Classifieds, Personal
04-27-2013, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 340
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Forum: Coldwater Fly Fishing
04-13-2013, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 327
Re: Where are all the fish
One of the best books I've read about trout fishing is Trout Tactics, by Joe Humphries. It covers pretty much everything one should know about trout fishing in flowing water (up to the date of...
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Forum: Fly Rod Building
04-05-2013, 03:56 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 205
Re: Rod Supplies by Roger
I am getting ready to build my first rod. I am waiting for the guides and then I'm gonna start putting it together. I almost bought the same blank (11' 3wt) but I chose to go for a 10' 3wt blank (by...
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Forum: Flies
03-19-2013, 06:57 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 171
Re: Snow shoe vs. Deer/Elk
Nice one! I used something similar for the last two years, but I made the wing out of a bit of poly yarn, topped off with deer. Thanks!
I'll start out with the emerger, the "usual" and some...
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Forum: Flies
03-18-2013, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 171
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Forum: Flies
03-18-2013, 10:37 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 171
Snow shoe vs. Deer/Elk
Hi guys,
I ordered some snow shoe rabbit feet and I intend to replace the deer/elk on some of the dry flies (caddis) I tie, especially in the smaller sizes (#14,16,18?). Here are my questions:
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-17-2013, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 526
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Forum: General Discussion
03-17-2013, 07:20 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 395
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-09-2013, 06:56 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 446
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-08-2013, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 446
Re: Greys Streamflex XF2 10' 5wt.
Just my $.02...
I think it's too fast/stiff for czech-ing...
It is a great indicator nymphing rod, but in my opinion it is not a great Czech nymphing rod. I fished the 11ft #4 Streamflex and I felt...
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Forum: Fly Rods
03-01-2013, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 1,153
Re: First fly rod
Sage One is not for beginners. A moderate or mod-fast would serve her better.
My $.02
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Forum: General Discussion
02-28-2013, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 377
Re: Loop connection
No, i don't have issues with this variation of inserting the leader into the fly line. Whithlock's procedure pierces the fly line coating, creating a weak spot. The tearing will continue with...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-28-2013, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 377
Re: Loop connection
This is what I use:
No-Knot Fly Line to Leader Connection (per Cognard) (http://troutlegend.com/forum/gear-talk/no-knot-fly-line-to-leader-connection-(per-cognard)/)
I use fine sandpaper to rough...
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Forum: Entomology
02-27-2013, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 998
Re: Caddidflies
Dean,
I don't have pretty patterns. I am of the belief that fly pattern is only 10% of the game, 90% is skill (I am not that "skillful", but I am working on it). If I need more than 6-7 minutes to...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-26-2013, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 422
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Forum: General Discussion
02-26-2013, 09:45 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 349
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Forum: Rocky Mountain Range
02-26-2013, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 495
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Forum: Entomology
02-26-2013, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 998
Re: Caddidflies
If a person is not tying and fishing caddis flies, it should start doing those asap. Caddis larvae and pupae represent a higher percentage of the invertebrate biomass than all other bugs combined in...
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Forum: Rocky Mountain Range
02-24-2013, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 448
Re: Basic Dry Fly Setup
Before going any further, if you are fishing small size flies in water with a decent current, drag can pull the fly under the surface in no time. The fly has to fall on the water surface with a slack...
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Forum: Rocky Mountain Range
02-24-2013, 10:29 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 448
Re: Basic Dry Fly Setup
Give us a concrete example: size of tippet, pattern and size of fly, type of water fished (flat, riffle, pocket water). What floatant do you use?
Alex
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Forum: Fly Rods
02-22-2013, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 1,788
Re: SAGE ONE: Looking for thoughts...
Just bought a 9ft #6 on ebay (used) :). I'll need to save some $$$ for a good reel and a couple lines. My wife says I can't buy more fishing stuff unless I sell some of what I already have...or wait...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-22-2013, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 282
Re: Level taper fly lines?
Fished with level lines in the 80's and 90's because I couldn't get my hands on anything better. Not too bad, you can get used to them. But not very good either; I'll just stick to DT's, unless I...
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Forum: Rocky Mountain Range
02-21-2013, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 495
Re: Winter fishing, could use some help
Gorgeous 'bows. I'll bite the bullet and drive down one of these days. I really, really need a "fix".
Hey romanl, wanna hook up (I live in Thornton) and share the travel expenses? (PM me if...
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