Fly fishing from a canoe
I started fly fishing from a canoe last year for both trout and bass. It seems I can not keep from tangling the line up in my feet no matter what I do. I am thinking of taking a hint from salt water guys, and wearing a stripping basket, or keeping one at my feet in the boat. Does anyone have any other suggestions??
Hey A.,
I found that when I swapped out my lace
up sneakers for the slip ons, the problem
went away. The shoe strings were the culprit for me.*G* Warm regards, Jim
Can you lay some net mesh over your feet and stuff on the floor?
..lee s.
I use a five gallon bucket in my canoe.
Do like Jim said about the shoelaces or you can do as I do and tuck your laces between your foot and the shoe. Shoe laces are big line grabbers.
Just a question, since I'm not canoe literate.
Why not a stripping apron across the thing, like in a float tube?
Just curious.
Buddy.
It Just Doesn't Matter....
Throw a towell down on your lap or over your feet etc. and strip line on to it.
I use a plastic dishwashing tub/basin.
A beach towel works wonders. Also I try wearing shoes. I've had more line tangles with my bare toes than anything else. JGW
[This message has been edited by white43 (edited 03 April 2005).]
Try stripping the line into the section behind your seat, not in front.
jed
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