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Yesterday, 11:32 PM

unknownflyman replied to a thread Leader Length for sink tips.. in General Discussion

I use what the rest of you are using. 10 to 20lb maxima. in 2` to 4` sections. For Scandinavian lines I used a 10`sinking poly and 20lb maxima the...

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Yesterday, 11:41 AM

plecain replied to a thread Sage SPL Center Axis 0 wt. in Fishing Rods & Outfits Classifieds

Was there a price hidden in there somewhere? I didn't see it.

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Yesterday, 11:13 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Come on People in General Discussion

I've only caught two 20# class salmon and Ard was the net man for both of them. He's not afraid to wade of course so they were not drug up on the...

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Yesterday, 10:22 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Come on People in General Discussion

This is a salmon thread so I've never witnessed a 6-7X leader in actual use, but of course a quick landing is always desirable.

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Yesterday, 09:41 AM

mcnerney replied to a thread Galvan customer service rocks!! in General Discussion

+1 on Galvan's customer service, it is outstanding!

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Yesterday, 07:27 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Best SA line for small streams? in General Discussion

I know they come in a million minor variants, but generically speaking SA Mastery Trout series double taper lines work well for me on small water, on...

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Yesterday, 07:09 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread The Compleat Angler in News & articles for discussion

Search it up on the web this winter and read just 10 pages. When I occasionally want to read a classic, I can find better and certainly more...

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Yesterday, 06:59 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread The Compleat Angler in News & articles for discussion

That post made my morning Jim. Apology accepted. :) Look at the cover again. That's not a river, it's a Driftless stocker bow creek based on...

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08-16-2019, 09:22 PM

mcnerney replied to a thread Sportsman Lodge, Melrose Montana in Rocky Mountain Range

I love to hear stories like this where people go above and beyond to return lost items. Looking forward to reading your trip report.

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08-16-2019, 09:10 PM

mcnerney replied to a thread Check out this new custom shop Abel TR 5/6 in General Discussion

Gorgeous reel for sure!

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08-16-2019, 06:20 PM

Rip Tide replied to a thread SAltwater leader in Saltwater Fly Fishing

I do 4/2/2 In the surf I like to keep my leader under 9ft. so that the leader/line knot stays out of the tip-top when attempting to land a fish....

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08-16-2019, 02:23 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread The Compleat Angler in News & articles for discussion

Did I not just say I haven't finished reading it yet? You just had to ruin the ending for me. :)

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08-16-2019, 08:17 AM

ia_trouter commented on blog entry Fishing Dogs; in Ard

Shepherds are very smart and obedient. Generally the breed of choice for police work for good reason. They seem to be less popular as pets compared...

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08-16-2019, 05:55 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread The Compleat Angler in News & articles for discussion

I tried to read it because I am supposed to. It was too painful to enjoy. I was good for a couple chapters. :)

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08-16-2019, 05:41 AM

karstopo replied to a thread What have you been tying today? in General Fly Tying Discussions

Shrimp. Lots of little brown shrimp are in the local surf and marsh now and a variety of fish are scarfing them down.

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08-15-2019, 06:44 PM

unknownflyman started a thread Brule River Spey Day 2019 in Spey Casting Events, Spey Casting Instructors & Guides

The Lake Superior Steelhead Association annual spey clave September 7th 2019 McNeils landing 11-3ish. then we all go fish Steelhead and salmon. ...

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08-15-2019, 04:46 PM

karstopo replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

Santa Fe Crime Statistics: New Mexico (NM) - CityRating.com Before I looked at the stats, my impression of Santa Fe and most of Northern NM was...

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08-15-2019, 04:23 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Beginners advice..... in Fly Fishing How To's

Good Advice. I am always driving my Honda Odyssey so I could just stick the rods in it and un-geared before breaking the rods or just drive home...

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08-15-2019, 03:42 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

And what about the crime rate or natural disaster in NM or in any of those states?

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08-15-2019, 02:36 PM

karstopo replied to a thread Why Am I Home? in Alaska General Discussion

United States Drought Monitor > Current Map > State Drought Monitor Hate to hear about the drought. The link above shows some of the extent of the...

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08-15-2019, 01:47 PM

karstopo replied to a thread Kayak Deck Pads and Fly Rod Storage in Kayak/SUP Discussion

I don’t know if your particular kayak will allow for it, but I strip my fly line on the two extra fly rod sets I typically carry. I don’t have a...

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08-15-2019, 01:47 PM

mcnerney replied to a thread Colorado Rocky Mountain Hiking & Fishing 2019 in Rocky Mountain Range

Those Goldens sure are gorgeous! I agree on the InReach, a valuable resource especially when hiking alone and being able to text your family...

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08-15-2019, 10:32 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Panfish on wetflies in Warmwater Fly Fishing

I would look at you and shake my head, they ask how you even sleep at night lol. My buddy and I have a lot of fun with it. I do hate those days...

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08-15-2019, 10:23 AM

karstopo replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

I sure like the vibe of Santa Fe. Not bitter cold in the winter and at 7,000' + asl not quite so blazing hot, relatively low humidity at any rate, ...

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08-15-2019, 08:33 AM

boisker replied to a thread Talk to me about Scott G rods in Vintage Tackle Discussion

I just got my GS 8’4” 4w back from being repaired yesterday... not sure how but I damaged 2 guides, probably pushing through scrub. It’s a great...

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08-15-2019, 07:49 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Panfish on wetflies in Warmwater Fly Fishing

Sounds like a bully spider. I have a local lake where they work about as consistently as a fly can. I have a buddy that often uses mop flies. He...

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08-14-2019, 11:40 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

Thank you guys with the inputs, recommendation and suggestion. Some went above and beyond with the number which my Father in law (FIL) can totally...

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08-14-2019, 05:57 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

El Jefe, the name of those places sound so familiar but yet I have no clue about them. How is it climate wise? mild winter and summer?

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08-14-2019, 05:03 PM

Monello replied to a thread End of an Era in General Discussion

Every long journey begins with a single step. It seems like you have taken a few steps on your personal journey. Best of luck. I hope it's...

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08-14-2019, 04:53 PM

Rip Tide replied to a thread Beginners advice..... in Fly Fishing How To's

No The very first thing that I need to do when I get back to my vehicle is take off my vest and drop my waders Unless you have your car keys in...

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08-14-2019, 04:45 PM

karstopo replied to a thread Saltwater Fish Photos....Post Here! in Saltwater Fly Fishing

Juvenile delinquent.

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08-14-2019, 03:31 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Beginners advice..... in Fly Fishing How To's

I do that occasionally if I know I am going to be distracted before I finish packing. That's my reminder me to do a walk around the vehicle. ...

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08-14-2019, 03:06 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

Thank you Don for the detail insights, I'll print this out and give it to my wife. I passed Pocatello and Idaho Falls on Interstate 15 North and...

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08-14-2019, 02:44 PM

runningfish replied to a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

El Jefe, I would love to, but it is up to my father in law. I'd say he would probably like the idea of a 75/25 suburban/outdoor life. He'll probably...

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08-14-2019, 01:08 PM

runningfish started a thread Retiring near the Rockies in General Discussion

OK, it's not for me ... yet. My father in law is planning to retire in 2-3 years and he is looking for a state with the Rocky Mountain with good...

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08-14-2019, 10:51 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread I might be just cluing into an already existing thing but a salmon cannon? in News & articles for discussion

LOL, you could be right. I don't know what the casualty rate is with the Salmon Howitzer, or Paratrout operations, but even during the normal...

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