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Killer app: The Fin Beta

2012-05-28T21:50:00.001-05:00

Giving The Fin's new iPhone app a beta test whirl.

Click Buttons Get Gear

2012-05-23T18:58:00.001-05:00

Talented fishing poet, Matt Smythe, clued us in that Thomas and Thomas Fly Rods is planning to give away a fly rod once they hit 800 facebook likes, twitter followers, and Newsletter subscribers. Here's a link to the Blog post describing the details.

When we reach 800 likes on Facebook, 800 follows on Twitter and 800 subscribers to our monthly newsletter, we will draw one lucky winner from that pool. That winner will be able to select one rod from any line that is presently in the T&T catalog—except for bamboo. Our apologies to the T&T bamboo faithful. One rod from any line, in any weight and any length. Helix, Horizon II, NS5, SSS, TNT, Spey,Switch and even Heirloom glass lines are all fair game. From big salt to small stream, the choice is yours.

No Worries

2012-05-17T22:01:00.001-05:00

What does Denver fly fishing retailer,Trout's Fly Fishing, think of Cabela's impending entry into the market? Read about it in their recent press release.

With 2 stores slated to open in 2013 in the Denver area, it is a given that Cabela’s will have a noticeable presence to businesses and consumers alike. “It is up to each individual business to decide how to react in situations like these, and I can understand how some may be fearful of what this brand will do to the local fly shop base” adds Ladd. “Yet this is not the first time Cabela’s has looked at the Denver area for a new storefront, and we have been actively planning for this inevitable event for years now. We feel we have a strong brand presence in Colorado, and I am comfortable that the level of expertise, quality customer service and amazing product selection we offer will only further our goal of being the premier fly-fishing resource in the area. Trout’s is a Denver and Colorado brand through and through, and we trust that this change will only make us stronger and more relevant to the local fly fishing

Colorado's excellent PSA

2012-05-13T20:54:00.001-05:00

Tip o the hat to the Editorial Trophy Wife for finding this one.

One stealthy flats boat...

2012-05-04T13:53:00.003-05:00


Photo via Wikipedia

The LA Times is reporting that the US Navy is putting the Sea Shadow, a futuristic stealth warship, up for sale. Only $139k or best offer. Perfect for those surreptitious fishing trips into North Korean territorial waters.

Protect Bristol Bay

2012-04-15T08:16:00.001-05:00

This week, April 16 – 18, 40 sportsmen representing 17 states are traveling to the nation’s capital to let their elected officials and the President know that protecting Bristol Bay, Alaska is a top priority for sportsmen.

Learn more about next week’s Sportsmen Summit here from the director of the Sportsman’s Alliance for Alaska: http://ow.ly/acglL

KindleWorthy: Pulp Fly

2012-04-06T09:28:00.001-05:00

This is what has been occupying the Kindle app on our IPad during recent cross country flights. Literal works by some of our favorite highly talented Author types. Available at Amazon.com for less than a sawbuck.

The Internet's least expensive ($12) fly reel?

2012-02-27T18:35:00.007-05:00

Maybe you remember our very popular post about the Internet's most expensive fly reel? It appears that we may have found one of the least expensive. This "Resin Fly Fishing Reel" from Deal Extreme weighs in a hefty 5.7 ounces and costs a whopping $12.

The description touts it as "Great for Sea fishing!" We are guessing Marlin, Tarpon, Croaker and such. Mad Props to any readers who care to order one of these and then send us a picture of the largest fish ever caught on a $12 reel!

The elusive Colorado snow trout

2012-02-19T20:24:00.001-05:00

Getting Blitzed

2012-02-10T12:48:00.001-05:00

We got "Blitz"ed at the Flyfishing Show and never even visited the Hotel bar.

Tosh Brown (Departure Publishing) and OG fly fishing blogger Pete McDonald (FishingJones.com) signed copies of their coffee table worthy book that tells the story of a season spent following the Atlantic striper migration, "The Blitz."

You know you have missed your five minutes of fame when the author inscribes your copy, "You would have been on page 154."

I'd have probably flubbed the cast.

CanvasFish

2012-02-10T12:22:00.001-05:00

Fish art creation by Canvasfish.

Rock out with...

2012-02-05T18:54:00.001-05:00

This guy got a lot of attention from the ladies at The Flyfishing show in Somerset, Nj. Mostly from hairdressers and such.

Found At the Somerset Flyfishing Show

2012-02-05T18:46:00.001-05:00

Big ole can o chum

2011-12-04T21:40:00.000-05:00

18 foot great white shark off NC coast

2011-11-30T23:07:00.001-05:00

Start tying up those seal flies...

Found on ebay: Bull Trout

2011-11-28T18:00:00.003-05:00

You can probably find anything on ebay. The cryptid trout above was reportedly a display at a sporting goods store and is now for sale. Buy it now price is $575 via Only-Human's ebay auction. I am thinking that this would look great mounted on the hood of my pickup.
I also think I have seen this beast before. Anybody out there know what store it came from?

For the Christmas List: Orvis 1954 Airstream Flying Cloud

2011-11-28T15:55:00.008-05:00

It looks like the Orvis PR Department has finally decided to sell off their weekend retreat. Orvis is acutioning off a fully restored 1954 Airstream Flying cloud. Current bid is $76,000.

From the auction listing:
An American icon restored to its former glory. Originally used as a hunting and fishing lodge near Goose Lake, Oregon, this one-of-a-kind classic has been meticulously restored by Timeless Travel Trailers, the premiere custom travel-trailer builder in North America. Procured specifically for Orvis, this trailer was transported to the company's facility in Denver, Colorado, for a complete artisan rebuild. No detail was overlooked during the ground-up customization, resulting in a trailer that is in better-than-new condition.

The gleaming hand-polished exterior is only the first hint that this trailer is truly special. Inside, the warm and cozy Orvis-inspired cabin is appointed with natural hickory wood, aged oak flooring, copper sheet, and genuine leather. Brand-new running gear has been installed below including a new axle, brakes, suspension, wheels, tires, and coupler. All of the systems have been upgraded to meet or exceed current industry standards. Provisions have been made for adding air conditioning. This trailer is road ready and fully prepared for your next fishing, hunting, or cross-country expedition. For more information and photos, visit Orvis Timeless Airstream

If you win the auction, we call dibs on the top bunk.

Mad Fish Disease?

2011-11-15T22:44:00.001-05:00

Could humans catch mad fish disease from eating farm raised fish fed with pellets made from infected beef product? A Louisville, Ky researcher thinks it could be possible.

Writing in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease, Robert P. Friedland suggests that farmed fish could transmit Creutzfeldt Jakob disease - the human form of mad cow disease - if they are fed with pellets rendered from cows. He is urging government regulators to ban feeding cow meat or bone meal to fish until the safety of this widespread practice can be confirmed

Via TGdailey

Gun Knife Combo

2011-11-15T15:04:00.004-05:00

Via Boing Boing

From the "things not to take to the airport" file and found in a 1930's catalog. This combination pocketknife / pistol would make a great addition to the urban anglers kit. Think of it as never having to decide which type of fight you are bringing it to...

Pack rod / gun combo

2011-11-13T23:00:00.001-05:00

I can see this being a big hit with the urban brownliner set. Available from Mountain view Machine and Welding. Just be very careful of the trigger when you try to double haul.

Pack-Rifle Specifications
Weight:15.5 oz
OAL:33"
Take-Down Length:17"
Width:7/8"
Height:4"
Caliber:.22LR
Sights:Adjustabe Peep
MSRP: 425.00

#Occupy The Flats

2011-11-03T08:54:00.006-05:00

Let those other fly fishing guides know you are part of the 99% by rocking this "unbranded tube of cloth" while poling your skiff for tarpon on your favorite salt flat. Available on ETSY from GiantEye's shop. (photo courtesy GiantEye's Etsy shop). Anybody up for some #occupypostedfishingholes?

*Editors note: While we have probably been civilly disobedient at some point in our checkered past, FlyfishMagazine cannot condone sneaking into your local private fishing club's water. Unless of course you pay the appropriate membership fee. Anything you do while wearing garb such as this, including landing a world record tarpon, is at your own risk.

Oldie but goodie: Gerber River Shortie

2011-10-31T22:12:00.001-05:00

I've carried a Gerber river shorty knife on my personal pontoon boat for years. On more than one occasion it has kept me out of what might have been serious trouble. The stubby serrated blade can be used to do everything from dig a hole to cut away a hopelessly stuck anchor. The lack of a sharp point and the locking plastic sheath make the knife "toon-safe."

101 Uses for my Ex-Wife's Wedding Dress

2011-10-25T07:32:00.009-05:00

Wedding dress as wader changing mat?

I wasn't quite sure what to make of it when Kevin Cotter emailed me and asked me if I would have an interest in seeing his new book "101 uses for my ex-wife's wedding dress". Being a fly fisherman / trash fly fan, my mind immediately went to the tying bench and I began picturing all the flies I could make out of a whole gosh darned wedding dress. Veil winged adams, Veil parachute adams, veil body adams, and so on....

However, when the book arrived on my doorstep, I was shocked to find that only one of the 101 uses was related to fly tying and the remainder were far more creative and entertaining than expected. The book, which launched on the 25th of this month, is a comical look at taking lemons and making lemonade when faced with divorce. What is a guy to do when his wife walks out and leaves him with a pristine wedding dress?

"A little while after my ex-wife dumped me and her dress an idea was born. Over dinner with my parents and brother and sister-in-law I explained that I had her dress and that I did not know what I should do with it. A few creative suggestions were made and we agreed it would be fun to come up with a list of all the ways a wedding dress could be used. Not all of the applications on the original list were put into action."

Aside from me applying my own fly fishing bend to everything in the book, Mr. Cotter includes photos of himself doing some pretty amazing and inventive things with his ex wife's wedding dress. Here are but a few that caught our eye:

51. Fly Tying Material
53. Fishing Net
55. Shower Curtain
57. Kennel Liner (litter box)
70. MC Hammer Pants
97. Surrender flag

Check out Kevin's website and blog for more of the 101uses for an ex wife's wedding dress. Spoiler alert: The book has a happy ending and would be excellent therapy for any one happily married, divorced, or otherwise.

PS. Even the Editorial Trophy wife found this book to be great reading material. Not sure what I should read into that though...

As if we needed a reason...

2011-10-20T10:26:00.004-05:00

The odds that a chunk of ROSat will hit a person are roughly 1 in 2000. The odds go even higher that the person will be fishing at the time they are struck down by the falling German telescope. Improve your odds. Go fishing.

http://tinyurl.com/3mng7dr

I have wallet pics of my oars

2011-10-17T12:28:00.004-05:00

You know how annoying it is when you just meet someone and they whip out their iPhone and show you tons of photos of their kids, wife, dog and house? Well, now I'm THAT GUY. Only, I'm showing pictures of my oars. I can't help it. They're psychedelic.

After saving up for forever, my adoring husband finally let me pull the trigger on these tie-dye wrapped Sawyer MX-F composite shafts with Cataract Magnum II blades. The shafts are made with lightweight fiberglass and fiberglass/graphite composite tubes in a just-right balance of weight, flex, strength and durability. And the blades are made of high-density structural urethane and a composite core for moderate flex and super strength. The svelte cross-section is a water-dicer.

It's a great combo, and they look dang slick on our 143D Aire raft and NRS rowing frame, and I can't help showing them off. But I promise, when I get a new boat anchor or cooler, I won't make you look at pictures.