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Today, 08:41 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Pink and White Freestyle in Flies and Fly Tying for Spey Fishing

Only a couple guys on this big forum tying tradition streamers at this level. Truly awesome work. Hope you keep sharing them. They are pure fly...

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Today, 08:34 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread UV Glue Kit in General Discussion

I did my own shootout. I used to use Loon. It was honestly good enough but didn't cure as well as Silvers. I tie a lot of pike and musky flies...

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Today, 08:17 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

He didn't allow me to touch the beloved Halo either. But I did spend the night on his spare bunk in the beloved fly tying room on my way to...

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Today, 08:03 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread I'll be away for a few days; in General Discussion

Wrong time of year for that and he is supposed to hate them. His wife and I have softened him up a bit because we obviously enjoy stalking them. If...

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Today, 07:12 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

I am still in my exploratory phase after only five years on the fly. Itchy's Blue Halo may be the best glass I've ever seen cast. Some of the...

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Today, 05:50 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Unapologetic hot spotting! in General Discussion

Is Spike's in Grayling, MI also called Keg o nails or something like that? If so, I second the burger recommendation. They are excellent. The beer...

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Today, 05:39 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread I'll be away for a few days; in General Discussion

Yup, no weather pity for you this week lol. It's been over 95F for days and oh wow the humidity. You've been to the Midwest before. I don't need...

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Today, 05:29 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

I didn't mean to imply a CGR is as good as a high end glass rod if that's how my comment came across. But if anybody wanted a glass rod to play with...

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Today, 07:00 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread I'll be away for a few days; in General Discussion

I bet the weeds are thick this year. Hewitt Lake reminds me a lot of a Minnesota lake when they have a warm year and low water. It's no treat for a...

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Yesterday, 10:33 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread What Is The Lightest Line Weight Rod You Own? in Fly Rods

2WT RDP 7-0 that I built. It's a fun niche rod. Not sure what the required niche actually is but I wanted one. :)

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Yesterday, 10:30 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread St. Croix Imperial 6wt or Orvis Clearwater in Fly Rods

That sounds like the BVK. My fly tying club owns ten of the TFO Pro Series. We've used them for lessons and outings for years. They get a fair...

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Yesterday, 10:25 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

The only glass I own is a couple of CGRs. There are lots of sweet glass rods though. Itchy's Blue Halo is one of my favorites. It's pretty to...

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Yesterday, 09:54 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

I caught the same glass bug. Such a joy to fish and you don't need an expensive one.

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Yesterday, 07:57 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Way out of my comfort zone in Coldwater Fly Fishing

New is good, hope you have a great time!

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Yesterday, 05:14 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread I'll be away for a few days; in General Discussion

That should be enough time for some new "Grouchy Old Man Rant Threads". :) Hope you get a lot of work done Ard. The sun is still up about 20HRs a...

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Yesterday, 05:10 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread St. Croix Imperial 6wt or Orvis Clearwater in Fly Rods

I'm not a casting pro for sure but I have owned about seven St Croixs, among them a 6WT Imperial. It's fairly fast. I used mine for streamer work,...

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07-18-2019, 08:52 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Etiquette for correcting bad behaviour in General Discussion

Well said, shoplifting is illegal too. You probably wouldn't tackle that guy in the aisle. Reporting is all we can and should do.

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07-18-2019, 08:47 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Where to fish for Pike in General Discussion

Whitefish are Northern Pike chow. :)

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07-18-2019, 08:43 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

I have fished a 6-6 and a 7-0 almost exclusively the past 3 seasons, and that is why I recommend a 7-6. :) I really like my 7-0 rods on the...

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07-18-2019, 10:17 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Broken Fly Rod Tip in Fly fishing FAQs

Glue a new tip on and see what you got. Cabela's doesn't fix rods as you may know, nor will they likely be able to tell you how to buy a whole new...

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07-17-2019, 09:07 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Purple Hob Gobbler in Flies and Fly Tying for Spey Fishing

Very impressive work!

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07-17-2019, 12:25 PM

ia_trouter started a thread Sources for big eyed fly hooks? in General Discussion

I did a quick search and it seems very limited. I know that Orvis sells some styles. I guess I am looking for wide gap scud and dry fly hooks in...

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07-17-2019, 12:08 PM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Beginner...did I put together an ok setup? in General Discussion

The Cabela's rod probably came with about two bucks worth of fly line on it. After you have have some casting under your belt, give it a shot with...

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07-17-2019, 11:53 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Where to fish for Pike in General Discussion

Canada would indeed be the place to go for the nicest fish. Closer to your home, the "when to fish" is probably even more important if you are...

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07-17-2019, 08:59 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread question on fly line maintenance in Fly Lines

I just use a simple cleaning kit with liquid and pads. It makes a notable difference and the line will shoot better.

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07-17-2019, 08:15 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread last night was on fire in Warmwater Fly Fishing

LM Bass will break your heart but they are so much fun. Just notorious for short striking, and spitting the fly quickly. Even with heavy spinning...

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07-17-2019, 06:49 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread 2019 Driftless Pictures and Reports in Driftless Region

Absolutely. If the water wasn't chocolate milk I'd be all over it. I took k_e_v to a trout park a few weeks ago, just to start the day. Not...

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07-17-2019, 06:33 AM

ia_trouter replied to a thread Beginner...did I put together an ok setup? in General Discussion

Ard gives good advice. I'll add that a downside to a forum is we are a non-stop fly gear commercial full of our own opinions. You can easily end...

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