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Submitted by Peter Andersson on

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Hello!

Not "e-tollan" but "e-tolvan"

Regards!

Peter from Sweden

Submitted by Lasse Ahonen on

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Here is another Finnish varied Kakshäkiläinen called Hässäkkä (~ mess) by Aarne Karjala http://perhorasia.fi/Fly/Fly.thtml?flyID=6771 The idea on Hässäkkä lies in the single flashabou tail flash and the weight which makes the fly swim upside down. It's a real killer, check it out yourself:

The page is in Finnish, but Google translator will prolly help.

Submitted by Lucian on

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Martin, this fly is also used in East Europe for more than 20 years. I saw this pattern in an old fly fishing book from '80.
Here in my country (Romania) it's also known as Pulsar Fly. We use green, red or black floss, partridge feathers and glass beads for light flies or metallic beads for heavy flies. A few year ago we start to use jig hooks instead of classic hooks.

cheers
Lucian

Submitted by 1737246315 on

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Your detailed information is very helpful to me as a seasoned ocean striper fisherman brand new to the Merrimack River and respecting it's strong tides! I'll certainly fish the eddies and be extra careful of the strong currents with my children on board. It's also been tough finding articles involving the low tide depths of the river. Thanks again!

Submitted by peter jorgensen on

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these flies are so beautiful!!!
where can i buy them??

peter jorgensen

Submitted by Rob Farkas on

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Wondering if Barbara came across Rachel Finn, perhaps the finest fly fisher and guide, male or female, in the Adirondacks. She is also an accomplished artist. She is an inspiration to anglers of all ages and genders.

Submitted by Jerry 1737246315 on

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It would of been nice if he ha not used black material while wearing a black shirt. The hook and material was hard to see against the background of his black shirt.

Submitted by Jerry Whaley on

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I fish this fly on a 6 weight rod and it works great. I only use bunny leages when bass fishing. They work just as good as rubber ones.

Submitted by Ian Wilson 173… on

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Hi,

For anyone interested, this DVD is now available to buy in mainland Europe via ADH fishing.

I'm a big fan so I contacted the director Robert Thompson about finding a retailer in Europe for his DVD's. He was all for it so i contacted some retailers and ADH were happy to offer them. So now you can get them in Europe in 2 days instead of 2 weeks from the U.S. :o)

Submitted by david 1737246315 on

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Most fly anglers prefer to stand up when casting. It gives them a better view and make casting easier.
However, the sea going kayak designs simply are not made for it.
I WILL stick my neck out and recommend a wide, stable Sit-On-Top kayak design for fly casters. Look for a design that has a seat mounted on a frame separate from the hull. They not only are easier to achieve a standing position from, but they prevent the dreaded "swamp @ss" one gets when in a hull-molded seat.
These will start at about $1000USD - and go up from there. But they are purpose designed for fly casting and there is little substitute. Try one once and you will see what I mean.

Submitted by Mike Burke on

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How about revised fly, not so sure about claiming you improved Bob's fly.

Submitted by david 1737246315 on

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Nice looking fly. I'm a warm water man and I'm thinking it will work well for panfish, particularly with that chartreuse flag on the tail. The variegated hackle looks very "buggy."

Submitted by 1737246315 on

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hi,this fly is the greatest fly that i've ever used.....catching lake trout,salmon,rainbows.....i use it trolling at 3 mph.thank you very much for teaching me this patern......

Submitted by Peter on

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Great footage! I`m pround to spent couple of wonderfull days with Brothers in Flyfishing in NZ. It was just great time, which I`ll never forget. tight lines Pete

Submitted by john gow on

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hi martin received the flexistripper great piece of kit have used it already my casting has increased greatly
no more tangles
yours faithfully john

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