How are the fly fishing shows this season?

[ScottP]

yes, Colliins was noticeably absent. Hope everything is OK and the economics hasn't adversely affected his being there

Yeah, I hope everything's okay with Charlie, too. You'd think with the spike in saddle hackle prices from the hair extension craze last year he'd have made some extra $$.

Regards,
Scott

[jklett]

Has nothing to do with the economy, he just couldn't be there this year. He'll be back next year.

[Rick Z]

I am going to SowBug. Great place to be to see what folks are tying.

Rick

[51BC]

Planning to go to the Great Waters expo in Blaine. There hasn't been a lot of information on the web site yet, or maybe I'm just getting impatient!

[Bobinmich]

2012 Midwest Fly Fishing Expo is March 10-11 in Warren Mich at MCCC. Always a great show.

www.midwestflyfishingexpo.com

Bob

[Bobinmich]

From above, RIO usually has some glow in the dark lines there for you nightime brown guys or night snook fishing. Ask at their booth.

Bob

[philip43]

I went to the Fly Fishing show at Marlborough MA on Fri. Jan.20. The founder of TenkaraUSA was there, he had me and my buddy on the casting pond trying out a Tenkara rod. It was lots of fun, but alas Tenkara is not for me! You can get a complete Tenkara set up for less than $200. Thats a great deal if you want to get into Tenkara fishing.
Adios Philip43

[Marco]

Judging by MY limited experience in attendance, these shows and their interest MUST be directly proportional to their location. For example, Colorado vs, Illinois. I went to two in the Chicago area ( so-so attendance) and was there for about an hour ( second time even less. expecting something different but.............) . I was at one in Denver, also for about an hour, but I left early because of the crowds. Based on that limited exposure, I have no plans to attend again. I can get whatever I need flyfishing related via the few Chicago shops or trhe internet.

Mark

[HickoryShad]

Somerset show was pretty good this year and the crowds are really not like they use to be. It was nice to see Lefty giving casting lessons and seminars. He was just as active as ever.

[PA Dave]

Arrgh! It looks like my first time at the show will probably not be this year. My lovely wife fell on some steps while showing a house today, broke her ankle and tore a few ligaments. Now with a fresh plate in her ankle, we learn that she can't put any weight on it at all for three months. She's groovin' on the Morphine tonight. Now is my chance to pay back her help and care when I broke my arm at the shoulder nine years ago. It's my turn to step up. Maybe next year.