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Thanks for both of your replies. I think that confirmed my initial feeling about the rods.

The main reason for the reel choice was mainly based on a recommendation I got. The guy was of the opinion that the more metal the more corrosion no matter what the ad said. The other reason I'm thinking on reels like the Evotec, is if I happen to drop it on a rock and scratch it, that would make it even more vulnerable to corrosion.

Anyway I would like to hear why you would go for a metal reel instead, what advantages do you see in having one compared to other

Thanks

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If I'm not mistaken and correct me if I'm wrong, the HM2 comes in two versions for the 6wt. a length of 9'6" w. handle B, and one with a length of 9' and handle A. What are your views on the extra length, and the different handles?

Kasper,

I have fished a couple of HM2 rods quite a lot, and they are really nice rods at a great price. Like Allan I find the HM3 a bit on the stiff side, and if I had to choose I would definitely go for a 5-6wt. HM2. A rod like that will give you lots of casting pleasure, good distance and not least a nice experience when catching and fighting a fish.

The 5-6 weight is a perfect class for the sea trout fishing we do here, and modern rods in this class are generally able to carry the flies we use and fight even strong winds - and big fish if you run into those. At the same time they are lightweight and a pleasure to cast a whole day.

Regarding reels I have used several on my 5-6 weights - from extremely light ULA reels to my somewhat heavier LAW reel and several inbetween. I have no personal preferences regarding reel weight. Some people put a lot of emphasis on that, but I think the important factors are good mechanics and resistance to salt and sand.

I'm not very fond of compound reels like the Evotech you have your eyes on. I would go for a metal reel in stead. My personal experience with Lamson's reels make me recommend those at all times, and you can get models, which are almost as inexpensive as the Loop. In my opinion these reels are a much better bargain than the Loop and have a much nicer feel and finish - plus an excellent brake system and a very good resistance to salt and dirt. The new Lamson Konic reels seem to hit a sweet spot in this regard.

Hope this helps.

Martin

I had the Scierra HM3 # 6/7, and it wasn't the rod for me. It's a very stiff rod, and it casts a long line, but I didn't like fishing with this rod for a hole day.

Now, I have bought a Redington SS SuperSport # 6 , and this rod is very pleasant to cast, and still casts a long line. You can se the rod at Korsholm.

About flyreels, I am considering to buy a Danielsson FW.

Best regards

Allan Wermuth

Submitted by mike bingley on

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excellent site.i have been looking for good classic wets to tie. found everything i needed on your site. i am interested in all the old classics from trout flies to salmon flies. i am tying some of them now to see how they work on trout here in nova scotia. keep up the good work and i hope you add more to your site, just can't get enough of them. thanks for sharing these with all of us

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Hi there, I am looking for an artist to paint a landscape pic of Clanwilliam Dam for me. I am now living in Australia for the past 10 years. We grew up in Cape Town and from the age of 3 months to my teens used to go to Clanwilliam Dam nearly every weekend. Many many happy childhood memories. My father died in 1995 and we had his ashes scattered in the Clanwilliam Dam as per his wishes. I'm not sure if you are an artist or not......or if you know of someone who can do a painting for me?
Thanks

Submitted by Doug Duvall on

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Great article and patterns too! No one can deny the sheer magic these flies generate when applied to your favorite body of water, moving or still. I've checked out your web-site as you directed and it's amazing!! Please keep up the good work Mark. We will be looking for future articles and please add some patterns to your web-site soon! They are fantastic!
Doug

Hi Kasper!
I haven't found majority of the materials of The Pink Pig - Pattegrisen fly. Where can I buy them? I live in Poland. Will you be so kind to send me some links to the online shops you know?

The Pink Pig is great fly, thank you for this step-by-step tutorial.

Submitted by Kasper Mühlbac… on

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Tom,

Flexibody is a slightly stretchable plastic material. You can It is thin and is attached to a piece of stiff paper, which is removed when cut into desired shape.

It is available in many fly shops.

Thanks for your comment and good luck at the vice.
Kasper

Submitted by DAVID VANHOOK on

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YOU guys are doeing a great job @gff thanks for all the info keep it up and THANKS again dvh

Submitted by Lucas on

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Fantastic, really good imitation.

Butch,

I can comfort you with the fact that the show is back on track. Some of the people behind the old show have started planning a Fly Fair for 2008, which is taking place in the Netherlands in May on the 24th and 25th. So it's not as dead as it smells... ;-)

Martin

Submitted by Butch Swieringa on

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It's very sad that you are ending the show. I have never been to your show but have read about it on the internet. Thank you for sharing the information. Wish you all the best and hope the show can continue in some form.

From a fellow fly fisherman, Butch Swieringa, Dyer, IN USA

Submitted by Dave Buteyn on

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Wow!! This website is the first time I've ever seen a tiger fish. They are truly amazing! I can't get over how huge the teeth are, they almost look fake. I am a south Florida resident and am acustomed to catching tarpon, I can not WAIT to get over to Africa to see these amazing tiger fish in person! Thanks for such a great and informative website and I hope to see you soon!

Hello Mr. Muhlbach,
Thank you for this wonderful shrimp fly,and all honor to Mr. Edwards.This place is glorious.Tell me sir, what is ,#1-"Shellback,and #2-"Flexibody"?,so that I may pursue the tying part and go fish it immediatly.
Sincerely,God be with you.

Submitted by R. Emmett Johnson on

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Jesper,

You are correct that one of the contributing factors of salmon size is specific to the river that they smolt and how long they stay in those rivers before they go out to sea, but with proper management the run size and fish size will increase as well. Take the Main S.W. Miramichi in New Brunswick, CA for example and according to Vince Swazey, Jerry Doak and others, the river used to produce smaller runs and smaller fish before they instituted C&R and bought out the commercial fishermen. Most fish caught back then were grilse (similar to Iceland) and now the river boasts more salmon over 40" than all the rivers in the Gaspe combined! Your fish will get larger if you catch and release...

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Mr. R. Emmett Johnson:

A lot of the salmon in the Icelandic rivers produced in hatcheries and released just before or after they become smolts, so they are not "truly" wild fish even though their "parents" might have been.

And I am pretty sure you are wrong in assuming that that the icelandic salmon are small in size because they are all killed when the are young/first time spawners. I think it is more along the lines of genetics that you will find the answer to the size difference - if you look at Norway you will find rivers that historically "never" produced big fish and rivers that always have produced big fish. The size and shape of anadromous fish are dictated by the conditions in the rivers they spawn in.

Submitted by Jesper Vang MÃ… on

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"formally it was poaching as i had no licenses on hands... i agree but is was only one solution at the moment in order to fulfill my dream": Oh, so it´s ok to shit on other people´s rules and regulations as long as you have travelled far enough and are "fulfilling a dream?!

Sorry, you score no sympathy points in my book. You couldn´t buy a license AND were told that the streams you wanted to fish were closed...and went anyway. You got away with at very small fine and should be happy about it.

Not being prepared or not being able to get the relevant information and licenses because of a crappy system is just no excuse. And the next time you decide go to trekking in the wilderness: leave the alcohol in town. Large amounts of it has no place on a trip like that.

Jesper, Denmark

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