Can the tenkara rod be used for short line nymphing? And if so what is the setup. I usually fish midges (size 18-20 with a 5/64 tung bead ) suspended 24 to 36 nches below a very small yarn...
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Can the tenkara rod be used for short line nymphing? And if so what is the setup. I usually fish midges (size 18-20 with a 5/64 tung bead ) suspended 24 to 36 nches below a very small yarn...
Tweaking my flies a bit and was wondering before I bought a bunch of meerger hooks, does anybody tie their dry flies on emerger hooks? I read an article some time ago in maybe Fly Fusion that the...
I can't seem to get the hang of the soft hackle fly. When using partridge, do you only use the feathers on the shoulders, the grizzly looking ones?
steve
Thanks for the ideas, I will get to the vise and try some. I will let you know how it goes
Guys and Gals,
I have a small stream full of 12 inch smallmouth that are waiting for my 3 weight and a good sculpin pattern. However, my tying skills at spinning deer hair is way less than...
Looking for the older model orange pack.
Thanks
Steve
I am cleaning out my outdoor closet to make way for some new items. Some good deals on new or very little used items.
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Hello,
I have been trying to tie up some smaller scuds for crane creek in Central Missouri. I have been using 5/64 tungston beads in copper, but just do not like the beadhead look on scud patterns,...
Hey fellow tyers,
I love tungsten for my slimmer profile patterns (Zebras, Poison Tungs) for the quick sink rate, however, I am trying to get away from using tungston beads for my buggier...
Doyle,
Not as familiar with the Little Red but you could try Ozark Anglers in Little Rock or Heber Springs. Have not fished with them, but have heard good things. If you have an interest in the...
I have been trying to tie up some scuds and sowbugs. I use tungston beads for all my midges and nymphs but really don't like the look of beadhead scuds. I was wondering about using lead wire to...
I have a Legend Ultra 8 1/2 4 weight 2 piece if that helps.
steve
Everyone has some great ideas. Gandolf, I would sure like to see a pic your rabbit fur clouser. That sounds like a winner.
steve
Thanks for the responses. Seems I need to run to the fly shop and pick up some different material and see which one works best for my tying skills.
thanks
steve
Good afternoon,
Interested in tying up a few smaller clousers for bluegill. Planning on using the tmc 200R hook in size 12 and 14. I am having difficulty deciding on what winging material. have...
I am looking for a dyna king c-clamp (Not the whole vice - just the clamp) if anybody has an extra. I would like it for my traveling kit.
thanks
steve
uncagork,
Night Lites outdoor center in Clarksville, AR used to have some on clearance. Not sure about now but might be worth a call if you can't loacte one somewhere else. I don't have a number,...
The HMH is another great vise. Depending on how much you want to spend, the Kingfisher is a good straight line vise for about half the price tag of the HMH.
steve
Gloucesterman,
I have had my heart set on a Dyna-King Baracuda for several years. The regal is a wonderful vise and I have had it for 5 years or so and have tied several 1000 flies on it with no...
Working on sorting out who is on first. All pm's will be returned this morning.
thanks
steve
Pm's returned
Steve
Almost Spring Cleaning,
I have some items that I need to move so I can make room for a new vise.
1) Richardson Chest Fly Box - Joe Humphries Model, Single Empty Tray, Deluxe Finish, Bino...
When tying a cdc caddis in size 20 or 22, How many cdc feathers would you use? On hipwader, they list 8 feathers for a size 16.
Steve
Looking for an older model Simms dry creek hip pack in orange.
Thanks
Steve
I need your thoughts,
I am trying to simplify my blugill addiction. I have been playing with the jumbo copper johns and I am certain that dead drifted will produce strikes but what about slowly...