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Tyler You have a great rod for the money, I don’t know what happened to your rod but I can say for a fact that you will be well taken care of . BTW Sage makes good rods to but they break to and so do the rest of them and guess what so do cars. Just my .02 worth. Good Luck KW – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Thank’s for the help guys.  I sent my rod in to get repaired/replaced the other day.  I hope they replace it.  I guess my real question is if there is a better made rod out there for around the same price.  I paid about $150 for it.  I know Sage makes good rods, but I’ve seen how much they cost. Can’t quite afford them.  Maybe someday. Thanks Again, Tyler FYI Diamondback has an unconditional lifetime warranty KW I think Diamondback has a replacement guarantee. Take it back to the dealer or call Diamondback yourself. Use the number on your warranty registration card. Fixing graphite rods doesn’t work well because of the brittleness of the material. There can be micro-cracks in the rod distant from the break. If diamondback doesn’t replace the rod with a new one, then buy a rod from a company that has a good guarantee next time. Slammed my 8 year old sage into the liftgate on my Explorer….replaced. The tip on my friends Sage was broken by the guide he hired….replaced. Another friend lent his custom Sage to a friend and the friend broke the tip off…Sage sent him a new blank. You spend too much money on these fragile things not to have a replacement guarantee. Steve Yes,  most common cause of that is the ferrule has worked loose.  I once caught 15 fish and had the rod explode on a cast when that happened. The good news,  there is a good chance Diamondback will work with you on replacing it. There is a chance that the ferrule is done incorrectly.  If that is the case Diamondback will probably give you a new rod.  Call them. Alright, I just bought a new setup a couple of weeks ago.  An Orvis 5/6 Rocky Mountain reel with a 9′ 6wt. Diamondback 3 piece rod.  The reel is great, but the middle section of the rod snapped right at the top ferrule while I was casting.  It was only my second time out with it.  Has anyone else had this problem with these rods, or is it just my bad luck? Tyler Share what you know. Learn what you don’t.

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An Orvis 5/6 Rocky Mountain reel with a 9′ 6wt. Diamondback 3 piece rod.  The reel is great, but the middle section of the rod snapped right at the top ferrule while I was casting.  It was only my second time out with it.  Has anyone else had this problem with these rods, or is it just my bad luck?

Not your bad luck, I’ve had two Diamondbacks, both snapped at the ferrulles during normal casting. While they are guaranteed, it is a major PITA. Wayne Knight (remove nospam to respond via mail) Expert in the creation of  wind knots and tailing loops.

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An Orvis 5/6 Rocky Mountain reel with a 9′ 6wt. Diamondback 3 piece rod.  The reel is great, but the middle section of the rod snapped right at the top ferrule while I was casting.  It was only my second time out with it.  Has anyone else had this problem with these rods, or is it just my bad luck? Not your bad luck, I’ve had two Diamondbacks, both snapped at the ferrulles during normal casting. While they are guaranteed, it is a major PITA.

I don’t know so I will have to ask this question.  IF your Diamondback doesn’t have a guide RIGHT AT THE BASE of that ferrule station, the fulcrum point is missing which absorbs the shear forces, thus stopping ferrules from snapping off at the base.  Another thing that is important Wayne is properly placed guides at the base of ferrules (both sides) remove a tremendous amount of male/female ferrule wear.  Therefore, IF there are no GUIDES at the base of the butt section immediately below the ferrule, that may very well be the reason these Diamondbacks are breaking at the point. Just another bastardly comment and suggestion. — Mr. G.   http://www.gink.com/chat   "Flyfisherman’s Camp Fires Burning" Fly Fishing’s Talking Camp Site http://www.gink.com  

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Not to make it more confusing, but depends on where you are.  Many of the books dealing with hatches are geared to a specific location/s.  I like Haefle and Hughes "Western Hatches", which I understand has a new edition out. Larry #:)# – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Any suggestions on some good books to read about hatches and other finer aspects of fly fishing.. Thanks. Chris Corwin

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Any suggestions on some good books to read about hatches and other finer aspects of fly fishing.. Thanks. Chris Corwin

If you want to learn about maylflies, I strongly recommend "Mayflies" by Malcom Knopp and Robert Cormier. Peter

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There is an excellent book on Argentine ff. It is called Fly Fishing in Argentina by Bill Leitch ( I believe thats the correct spelling). Anglers Edge in Houston, TX has copies. They catch hoomongous rainbows and brown trout in Argentina.  Very good book.

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Any suggestions on some good books to read about hatches and other finer aspects of fly fishing.. Thanks. Chris Corwin

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Look for "The Gilly" for all the information regarding British Columbia. It is co-authored by many famous BC fishermen, and of course can be applied to any lake or stream with similar characteristics as the waters here. — remove the anti spam X from return address – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Any suggestions on some good books to read about hatches and other finer aspects of fly fishing.. Thanks. Chris Corwin

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Just moved into the state and looking for fly fishing clues around the Ogden area.  I would appreciate any assistance. Al

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Hi Al I’m sure there are clubs in your area. Just call the Federation of Fly Fishers at 406-585-7592 and get the information of the club nearest you. This is the time of the year when most clubs start their fall meeting. Good luck & … Tight Lines – Al Beatty Whiting Farms – Hoffman Hackle Al Beatty2

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Just sent in a check for $245 to the Montana wild life dept. The out of state  license is a lottery.I am not asking for am elk license and wonder if anyone  with experience knows the odds of being picked. I know this is a rather foolish  question to ask but I just might get an answer. Jim

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1995 results for non-resident deer combo license was 20%. Don’t recall what 1996 results were but they weren’t much different. Just sent in a check for $245 to the Montana wild life dept. The out of state

 license is a lottery.I am not asking for am elk license and wonder if anyone  with experience knows the odds of being picked. — Brian D. Nelson, Missoula, Montana Montana Flyfishing and Hunting Outfitter http://www.montana.com/dno/dno.htm http://www.montana.com/dno/hunt.htm

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I need info on getting info (flyfishing for trout) in northern Washington, Idaho and Montana states. Thanx Bish

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I need info on getting info (flyfishing for trout) in northern Washington, Idaho and Montana states.

Hi Bish Your request is fairly broad.  In Washington I recommend you contact the Blue Dun Fly Shop in Wenatchee (509-664-2416) and in Idaho check with the Cast a Way Fly Shop in Coeur d’Alene (208-765-3313). In Montana the Yellowstone River is fishing good, most of the waters in the Park are also fishing well.  The Clarks Fork is high but starting to turn on.  The Madison is good AM & PM and slow through the day.  The Gallatin is Fishing good through the day and into the evening (caddis).   Hoppers, caddis, woolly buggers, and bead heads are the flies of choice.  Also Wulffs, Trudes, etc. are alway a good choice. Tight Lines Al Beatty BT’s Fly Fishing Products Bozeman, MT (96 catalog)

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The following are acouple of places that may be able to answer questions about fly fishing in Montana http://www.cyberport.net/ecs/troutski/troutski.html http://www.cyberport.net/ecs/wwater/gnwwater.html — Electronic Cottage Services http://www.cyberport.net/ecs/lakeco/business/ecs/ecshome.html PO Box 81 Polson, MT 59860 406-887-2899

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The following are acouple of places that may be able to answer questions about fly fishing in Montana

OR NOT!!!

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Try calling the Idaho Outfitters and Guides Association or visit the Idaho home page.

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Hello,   How can I find out more about flyfishing rivers in Middle Tn.?

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Hello,  How can I find out more about flyfishing rivers in Middle Tn.?

Hi Kevin You will probably get an answer from someone on this newgroup.  However if you do not don’t dispair, call the Federation of Fly Fishers and ask about a club in your area.  Get the contact info from the FFF and call the club contact person (usually the president).  From there you can get information, join the club, make new fishing friends, etc. Tight Lines Al Beatty BT’s Fly Fishing Products Bozeman, MT (96 catalog)

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I have the opportunity to buy a used 2-man fiberglass drift boat, equiped w/oars, anchor, trailer, etc., but I’m really not sure what’s the going price? Any ideas?  Please let me know what to what out for in buying a used fiberglass drift.

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Please let me know what to what out for in buying a used fiberglass drift.

Leaks? — -Wayne Trzyna

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i looked at boat that could handle two persons only (not sure of the size) and the guy was asking $1400.  Because of the small size and ability to carry such a light load, many people don’t want them.  Bottom line is that the guy took $800 for it. Having had a few drift boat, don’t get sucked into the price and compromise on the size.  A two man boat offers limited carry capacity.  You will always have more gear then you anticipate plus at least two other friends who want to fish.   I just built a 17′ flyfishing model that can carry 3 fisherman and one oarsman confortability, first one I ever owned that really is close to what I need.   — Gene Dobrzynski, Eagle River, Alaska

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: Anybody know what ever happened to Ned Grey and Ned Grey’s Sierra Tackle : of Montrose, California?  Ned’s was one of the early fly shops, maybe : the first in southern California.  He invented the Streaker SW fly and : pioneered saltwater flyfishing in SoCal.  I last saw Sierra Tackle : catalogue in about 1974, I think.  If anybody has some information, I’d : appreciate hearing. Ned Grey died almost 20 years ago and his stock was bought up. William Buchman …I’m confused

Yes you may be. Sierra Tackle went out of business about twenty years ago but Ned continued doing business under Cutthroat Hook Company until he was too ill to operate it. Ken Lindsay Fly Fishing Online http://www.flyfishing-online.com

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Anybody know what ever happened to Ned Grey and Ned Grey’s Sierra Tackle of Montrose, California?  Ned’s was one of the early fly shops, maybe the first in southern California.  He invented the Streaker SW fly and pioneered saltwater flyfishing in SoCal.  I last saw Sierra Tackle catalogue in about 1974, I think.  If anybody has some information, I’d appreciate hearing.  Ned Grey died almost 20 years ago and his stock was bought up. Cliff Wyatt ran the Wilderness Shoppe in Santa Monics.  I think that it preceded Ned Grey’s.  Even so, I would be surprised if even Wyatt was first. William Buchman

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: Anybody know what ever happened to Ned Grey and Ned Grey’s Sierra Tackle : of Montrose, California?  Ned’s was one of the early fly shops, maybe : the first in southern California.  He invented the Streaker SW fly and : pioneered saltwater flyfishing in SoCal.  I last saw Sierra Tackle : catalogue in about 1974, I think.  If anybody has some information, I’d : appreciate hearing. Sean, I’m sorry to tell you that Ned passed away about six years ago after a long battle with emphysema. Ned was an inspiration over the years to many flyfishers and his inovative patterns and techniques were passed on Ken Lindsey  Ned Grey died almost 20 years ago and his stock was bought up. William Buchman …I’m confused

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I live in La Crescenta, just up the hill from Montrose. I used to drive to Ned’s shop when I lived out in Canoga Park.  And then, after I moved to La Crescenta, Ned closed his shop (I don’t think I drove him to it!) I do not know if he opened another shop or not. Rick

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Anybody know what ever happened to Ned Grey and Ned Grey’s Sierra Tackle of Montrose, California?  Ned’s was one of the early fly shops, maybe the first in southern California.  He invented the Streaker SW fly and pioneered saltwater flyfishing in SoCal.  I last saw Sierra Tackle catalogue in about 1974, I think.  If anybody has some information, I’d appreciate hearing. Thanks Sean Barry

Sean,  I’m sorry to tell you that Ned passed away about six years ago after a long battle with Emphezima(spell?). Ned was an inspiration over the years to many flyfishers and his inovative patterns and techniques were passed on with an enthusiasm for the sport that was infectious.  Ned got me started in saltwater fly rodding in 1972 and I still treasure one of his early Calico bass patterns that was tossed across the counter with the admonition " don’t worry what kind of tackle you have just throw that son of a bitch out there and see what eats it."  I did and they ate it and I thank Ned for introducing me to a whole new spectrum of our sport. Ned was truly a pioneer of the sport and I feel privaliged to have known him. Tight Lines, Ken  Lindsay FLy Fishing Online http://www.flyfishing-online.com

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Anybody know what ever happened to Ned Grey and Ned Grey’s Sierra Tackle of Montrose, California?  Ned’s was one of the early fly shops, maybe the first in southern California.  He invented the Streaker SW fly and pioneered saltwater flyfishing in SoCal.  I last saw Sierra Tackle catalogue in about 1974, I think.  If anybody has some information, I’d appreciate hearing. Thanks Sean Barry

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Is there such a thing?  I’d love to drive into the mountains, meet a bunch of other homebrewers at about 10000′ (ASL), pitch a tent, stoke a fire, and swap homebrew, fly fish, lie about our SO’s, and forget about work for 48 hours.  Who’s in?  I’d suggest late-June to mid-July just because it’s going to take time to get this thing going.   email me.   — | 12459 W. Atlantic Ave | 303/763-8118 (Home) | 4725 Independence Street | | Lakewood, CO 80228    | 303/467-8352 (Work) | Wheat Ridge,  CO 80033   |

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Are you seriously opposed to bait fishermen?  I might be in.

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I heard that flyfishing equipment is less expensive in Canada due to currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order? Thanks in Advance, The Canadian "dollar" is now worth around US$.70. Check out Smallman’s in Cochrane, Alberta.  Among other things, they sell Hardy equipment for less than anywhere I’ve been able to find (e.g. a Hardy Princess for CAN$151.00, which currently is about US$115).  You may be able to skip the GST if they ship it to you – ask them about it.  There’s no provincial sales tax in Alberta. Their number is         +1 800 667 4753 Tim

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Looking for information for the Kings, San Joaquin and Kaweah rivers in central CA.  I have lived here for a few years and have fished all three, but would like some specifics.  I can give lots of advise and specifics on the High Sierra and Kins Canyon National Park.  Enjoyed a great trip last summer for Golden Trout, I have great advise for this area.  Thanks in advance!

I am a native of Merced and am currently living in the Bay Area.  I am a relative novice to fly fishing but I try hard and I love it.  I would appreciate any suggestions you have, including float tubing.  Thanks in advance.                                  Dave W.

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I heard that flyfishing equipment is less expensive in Canada due to currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order? Thanks in Advance, Wayne

In BC we have 7% GST (federal goods & services tax) and 7% PST (provincial sales tax. Despite that, the 1.42cdn==1us$ exchange rate is working in your favour…. I’m not sure about fishing equipment, as I’ve never bought any from the US, but computer stuff tends to suffer an extra 10-20% (or more sometimes!!!) cost just for being in Canada. — Pat Dowler UVic Astronomy

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Looking for information for the Kings, San Joaquin and Kaweah rivers in central CA.  I have lived here for a few years and have fished all three, but would like some specifics.  I can give lots of advise and specifics on the High Sierra and Kins Canyon National Park.  Enjoyed a great trip last summer for Golden Trout, I have great advise for this area.  Thanks in advance!

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I heard that flyfishing equipment is less expensive in Canada due to currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order? Thanks in Advance,

The Canadian "dollar" is now worth around US$.70. Check out Smallman’s in Cochrane, Alberta.  Among other things, they sell Hardy equipment for less than anywhere I’ve been able to find (e.g. a Hardy Princess for CAN$151.00, which currently is about US$115).  You may be able to skip the GST if they ship it to you – ask them about it.  There’s no provincial sales tax in Alberta. Their number is          +1 800 667 4753 Tim

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I heard that flyfishing equipment is less expensive in Canada due to currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order?

Check out Wallace W. Doak & Sons Ltd. P.O. Box 95, 331 Main Street, Doaktown, New Brunswick, Canada. E0C 1G0 Tel: 506-365-7828 Fax: 506-365-7762 Doak’s prices for many items are comparable to what I have seen in some American catalogues (e.g. Cabela, Orvis), but the prices are in Canadian ($0.71) dollars. More importantly, they epitomize friendly, efficient service.  The only shortcoming is that they are hardcore Miramichi-ites, so their selection is somewhat salmon-centric. I have never dealt with Smallman’s, but it has been recommended on the net. Smallman’s Fly Shop 220 First Street, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada. T0L 0W0 Tel: 403-932-2122 Fax: 403-932-7107 1-800-667-4753 — Keep your stick on the ice.

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 Wayne we have 2 taxes,provincial 7% and G.S.T. 7%.Your stuck with the provincial but I believe you can get all of the G.S.T. rebated at the border on your way home if you keep the receipts.

If you mail order from outside the province, you do not pay provincial sales tax.  I sometimes have stuff mail ordered from Doak’s in New Brunswick to my home in Ottawa because postage is less than sales tax. The GST does not apply to exports, so our southern confreres are spared that indignity. — Keep your stick on the ice.

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I heard that flyfishing equipment is less expensive in Canada due to currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order? Thanks in Advance, Wayne

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is less expensive in Canada due to : currency devaluation.  I live in Washington and sales tax is 8.2%.  Is : there any good deals across the border say in Vancouver or by mail order?  Wayne we have 2 taxes,provincial 7% and G.S.T. 7%.Your stuck with the provincial but I believe you can get all of the G.S.T. rebated at the border on your way home if you keep the receipts.As far as saving money with the exchange rate you probably can do quite well,I know its rarely worth it for me to shop down south anymore.Give me an example of exactly what you want and I will find out the local cost for you. —                  *              Doug Cook                *                  *            Abbotsford,B.C.            *                  *                Canada                 *

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