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Gratuitous

admin — Thu, 18 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0000

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… I would hate for you to get flamed on my account!

Thanks for your concern, if I ever got flamed I’d be like SO devastated. — Ken Fortenberry

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… I would hate for you to get flamed on my account! Thanks for your concern, if I ever got flamed I’d be like SO devastated. — Ken Fortenberry

I don’t understand why this is even being discussed. With Ken’s mild-mannered approach to other’s feelings, I can’t imagine anyone contemplating even a slight flame. Tim (yeah, I know, I’m a fuckin’ moron)

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – SNIP So I guess there’s more than one view around here. Gary Oh there are lots of views around here. Big game fishing sounds very attractive, but it is unlikely that I will ever do any. Like some other things, bonefishing, or stalking flats or mangroves for various exciting fish. My back would in any case almost certainly not be up to it. I have enjoyed reading about it, or hearing various reports from time to time though. I fear dry-fly fishing is a much more sedate affair. Just as exciting and interesting in its own way though. I hope you get the opportunity to do some.

Hi Mike, you are right about dryfly fishing being just as exciting as saltwater flyfishing. I remember my first trip saltwater flyfishing: 3 weeks in Grand Cayman and a lot of small tarpon to 25lbs. As the trip was drawing in, I started cringing as to how I would be able to get back on terms with the 1lb wild brownies in my local stream. Lo and behold, after 20 mins on the stream I had completely forgotten the saltwater battles, as I was totally immersed in fishing the dryfly.

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… I would hate for you to get flamed on my account! Thanks for your concern, if I ever got flamed I’d be like SO devastated. — Ken Fortenberry

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Hawaii Fly Fishing Opportunities??

admin — Thu, 03 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000

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I’m going to be in Hawaii and Kauai in February. Are there any Saltwater Fly fishing opportunities there I haven’t read much on Fly Fishing in Hawaii. Thanks J.S.

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I’m going to be in Hawaii and Kauai in February. Are there any Saltwater Fly fishing opportunities there I haven’t read much on Fly Fishing in Hawaii. Thanks J.S.

J.S., I was in hawaii on the island of Oahu, I was a beginner to the sport of fly fishing. I looked and listened for anything that I could find on the art. I didnt find that much. However, I have seen shows on fly fishing where they were fly fishing for Bone Fish. There are definitely bone fish all over the hawaiian islands. Would probably have to look for the flats, of course, as that is where they usually hang out. I dont know the exact fly types they used, but they were there. I was in hawaii for 3 years in the military. It was a good long time of fishing, but like I said, not much for fly fishing. Also, there is a freshwater lake on Oahu that I did fly fish, but again, I was new into the whole fly fishing genre. The lake was stocked with Peacock Bass. Not very big from what I could see, but there were some lunkers in there, I am pretty sure. I have a buddy that is stationed out there right now, I will check with him to see if he can find anything out about it, specifically for the islands you mentioned. Cant promise anything, cause I dont know how much he will look, but I will drop it on him anyway.

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Saltwater flies for NE…

admin — Fri, 16 Feb 2001 00:00:00 +0000

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Hello, I am just getting into saltwater fly fishing after moving from a landlocked state to the Chesapeake Bay area. Does anyone have any suggestions for a basic fly selection to get me started? Thanks. Shannon

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Clousers, deceivers, sand eel and a few shrimp patterns. There are more here: http://home.adelphia.net/~dmosthenes/ TL MC — "Where fishing is concerned, most anglers are basically manic excessives" http://www.mikeconnor.de – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hello, I am just getting into saltwater fly fishing after moving from a landlocked state to the Chesapeake Bay area. Does anyone have any suggestions for a basic fly selection to get me started? Thanks. Shannon

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Shannon, I always like to go to the local experts when I get to a new place. If you are fishing the Chesapeake, then you can’t go wrong with http://www.joebruce.com/ Its my favorite shop and Joe is well know for his ability to find and land fish. I live in Severn, MD but I only moved here in June of last year. The knowledge I’ve gained from the locals is incredible. BTW, we not only have some incredible saltwater action, but the fresh water (browns, brookies, rainbows and smallies) is all around you. Frank Reid

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hello, I am just getting into saltwater fly fishing after moving from a landlocked state to the Chesapeake Bay area. Does anyone have any suggestions for a basic fly selection to get me started? Thanks. Shannon

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Garmin GPS

admin — Tue, 16 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000

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I understand that there can be a significant difference in terms of how fast a gps can get a bearing between modals. I am looking for a gps for fly fishing saltwater. I will want to be able to mark channels, fishing spots, etc. Can anyone with experience advise me on what to look for? JK

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Soitenly! Look for a Garmin GPSIII+ /daytripper

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The Garmin GPSIII+ typically acquires satellites and computes it’s initial position in less than a minute. The downloadable maps include lots of coastal data, markers, buoys, etc. I use one inland on streams, rivers and lakes. email me directly if you want more info. Also you might want to look at the usegroup : sci.geo.satellite-nav. Lots of experienced folks there as well. Tom — Tom Brown The Signal Group Wake Forest, NC HEATHEN, n. A benighted creature who has the folly to worship something that he can see and feel. – Ambrose Bierce: The Devil’s Dictionary – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I understand that there can be a significant difference in terms of how fast a gps can get a bearing between modals. I am looking for a gps for fly fishing saltwater. I will want to be able to mark channels, fishing spots, etc. Can anyone with experience advise me on what to look for? JK

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I can put off buying the unit until spring although it would be convenient to have it sooner. Do you see anything changing in terms of new products or enhancements that would warrant waiting? – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – The Garmin GPSIII+ typically acquires satellites and computes it’s initial position in less than a minute. The downloadable maps include lots of coastal data, markers, buoys, etc. I use one inland on streams, rivers and lakes. email me directly if you want more info. Also you might want to look at the usegroup : sci.geo.satellite-nav. Lots of experienced folks there as well. Tom — Tom Brown The Signal Group Wake Forest, NC HEATHEN, n. A benighted creature who has the folly to worship something that he can see and feel. — Ambrose Bierce: The Devil’s Dictionary I understand that there can be a significant difference in terms of how fast a gps can get a bearing between modals. I am looking for a gps for fly fishing saltwater. I will want to be able to mark channels, fishing spots, etc. Can anyone with experience advise me on what to look for? JK

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Hard to say. My personal expectation is that there will be a version available with more internal flash memory, sometime in the spring. The GPSIII+ has 1.44 megs in additional to the (good) base map. Take a look at www.joe.mehaffey.com . That’s sort of a "clearing house" for current GPS info. And, start looking at/participating in/ the newsgroup that I mentioned. Since this is not a germane subject for most flyfishers, email me directly for follow-on info. Tom — Tom Brown The Signal Group Wake Forest, NC HEATHEN, n. A benighted creature who has the folly to worship something that he can see and feel. – Ambrose Bierce: The Devil’s Dictionary – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I can put off buying the unit until spring although it would be convenient to have it sooner. Do you see anything changing in terms of new products or enhancements that would warrant waiting? The Garmin GPSIII+ typically acquires satellites and computes it’s initial position in less than a minute. The downloadable maps include lots of coastal data, markers, buoys, etc. I use one inland on streams, rivers and lakes. email me directly if you want more info. Also you might want to look at the usegroup : sci.geo.satellite-nav. Lots of experienced folks there as well. Tom I understand that there can be a significant difference in terms of how fast a gps can get a bearing between modals. I am looking for a gps for fly fishing saltwater. I will want to be able to mark channels, fishing spots, etc. Can anyone with experience advise me on what to look for? JK

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fishing Chincoteague

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 1999 00:00:00 +0000

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We are planning a trip to Chincoteague, Va right after Labor Day. Is there any saltwater fly fishing opportunities in the Chincoteague area? ~thanx fred

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Say hello to Misty for me. Dave – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – We are planning a trip to Chincoteague, Va right after Labor Day. Is there any saltwater fly fishing opportunities in the Chincoteague area? ~thanx fred

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Fred, There is excellent fishing for flounder, croaker, striper and other species in the areas around Chincoteague. Should be some bluefish action after Labor Day. In fact, if you’re not going to fish, why the hell would ANYONE want to go to Chincoteague? Wayne to fish is human…to release divine. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – We are planning a trip to Chincoteague, Va right after Labor Day. Is there any saltwater fly fishing opportunities in the Chincoteague area? ~thanx fred

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Saltwater Southern California?

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 1998 00:00:00 +0000

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I’ll be taking a trip to Los Angeles next week. Anyone know of places near LA/SD for saltwater fly fishing? Mu Young Lee Ann Arbor,MI o oooo o o o o o o o o

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King harbour, Redondo Beach, renown for 1/2 bonita on the fly. See "inside Angler"

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Bite Tippet

admin — Mon, 18 May 1998 00:00:00 +0000

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I would like some advice on bite tippets for Blue Fish and other toothy critters – both fresh and saltwater. I have used various wire type leaders for spin fishing but have no experience with fly fishing for northerns, blue fish etc. Thanks Jim

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For bluefish smaller than 4 pounds you can get away with 30 pound mason or similar hard mono. Anything bigger and you will wnat singlestrand wire. Cehck out any of the good knot books (Mclane or whoever) for ways to join wire to mono. For spanish mackerel heavy mono is fine. King macs wire. Northern pike will let you get away with mono. there are some who say wire is better because it is thinner. In my experience it just scares the fish due to shine. Use clear Mason. Do no use braided wire. No good at all.

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Hi Jim, I think most fly fishers use wire for Barracudas, Northern Pike, Sharks and Bluefish. For Billfish, Tarpon, Snook and Jacks most use heavy/hard mono. Bill Kiene Kiene’s Fly Shop Sacramento,CA,USA 800/4000FLY www.kiene.com

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River Club: Steinhatchee,Florida

admin — Thu, 20 Mar 1997 00:00:00 +0000

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Hi fellow fishermen: If you got an unusual fish story, I want to hear it. Please go to my web site at http://www.apc.net/seasidek and e-mail me your fish stories. I will post them on the web for everyone to see. P.S Tell your fishing friends

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Hello Fellow fishermen If you have an unusual fish story, I want to hear it. Please go to my web site at http://www.apc.net/seasidek and e-mail me your story. I will post them on the web for all to see. P.S Tell all your fishing buddies.

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Dear Fellow Fly Fisher, If you have ever wanted your own place to go to in Florida to enjoy great Saltwater flats Fly Fishing, then check out the WEB site listed below. This Sportsmans club is going to be owned by ten enthusiastic anglers. Your own location in Florida for 1/10th the cost. Check out the site and let me know if you are interested. We have five people so far leaving only five positions open. RL http://www.praxis.net/~riverclub/

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Summit County & gloves

admin — Tue, 14 Jan 1997 00:00:00 +0000

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Just to clarify my previous post – Summit County, Colorado. Zemel

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Anyone have good info on fly fishing in Cabo San Lucas? I am going down in April and would love some salt water action. Keith McDonald Columbia Homes, Inc. 206-222-6317

Be sure and read the article on "Gonzalo’s" under rec.outdoors.fishing.saltwater. Don’t think I’d mess with them from those other people’s experience.

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Anyone have good info on fly fishing in Cabo San Lucas? I am going down – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – in April and would love some salt water action. Keith McDonald Columbia Homes, Inc. 206-222-6317

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Couple questions from a group newcomer: 1) Heading to Summit County in March – any suggestions, away from towns preferrably? 2) I need some cold-weather fishing gloves – again, any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Mitch Zemel

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Central Texas Fly Fishing

admin — Fri, 22 Nov 1996 00:00:00 +0000

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Anyone here do any fly fishing in central Texas? I am new to the sport and am looking for peple to go fishing with. I live in Austin but would be willing to drive 2-3 hours for a good spot. I am also interested in saltwater fly fishing around South Padre or Port Aransas. If you know of any good spots (that you would be willing to share , I would love to hear about them. Please reply by Email. I don’t read the news groups very often. Thanks, Pace Bonner — TradeWave Corporation Voice: (512) 433-5316 3636 Executive Center Dr., Suite 100 Main: (512) 433-5300 Austin TX, 78731 Fax: (512) 433-5303 Nasdaq:SRVC