Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders

Thursday, 28 February 2013

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Sea Lamprey

Post that pic and you will deter skinny dipping for sure.Be sure to include foreign translation! On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 4:15 PM, Rob@robsnowhite.com <rob@robsnowhite.com> wrote: Use to see them all over the place in college on the Rappahannock. They would swim between your legs or take a break in the slack water down stream from my legs. Still never seen one up here on the Potomac. The sea lamprey...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Awesome man! What length? Sent from my mobile device On Feb 28, 2013, at 6:45 PM, troutman <michael.gasiecki@us.army.mil> wrote: > Thanks guys for the help. I went to the local orvis store and purchased a orvis 3 wt Clearwater. I coasted it and it was amazing. Thanks again for the help. Without you guys a new guy would be lost. > Mike > > -- > http://www.tpfr.org > --- > You received this message...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Thanks guys for the help. I went to the local orvis store and purchased a orvis 3 wt Clearwater. I coasted it and it was amazing. Thanks again for the help. Without you guys a new guy would be lost. Mike -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Average first bite

This linkhttps://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=215985205281593198240.0004b9b1bc00cfd986f02&msa=0 Will help you find all the secret spots Dan Davala keeps in his (escape) log book. We've fired it back up for this season. On Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 4:50 PM, Paul Kalajainen <paulkalajainen@gmail.com> wrote: What is the sandbar?On Friday, February 22, 2013 8:40:17 AM UTC-5, Animal wrote: I just spoke with...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Average first bite

What is the sandbar?On Friday, February 22, 2013 8:40:17 AM UTC-5, Animal wrote:I just spoke with Gordon Leisch. He is a former marine biologist and VERY long time Potomac fall line angler. His logs go back 50 + years. We averaged the date of the first bite for a few species. Based on his records they are as follows.Blue Catfish Year Round 20 - 40 pounders...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Sea Lamprey

Use to see them all over the place in college on the Rappahannock. They would swim between your legs or take a break in the slack water down stream from my legs. Still never seen one up here on the Potomac. The sea lamprey is def more scary looking than the leastbrook. Well see them on the shad am soon 😀Sent from my iPhoneOn Feb 28, 2013, at 4:09 PM, Scott Stankus <sstankus@gmail.com> wrote:I planned to write...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Sea Lamprey

I planned to write asking anyone who finds one of these in the Potomac to please let us all know ASAP, but on second thought, I might prefer not to know...http://gawker.com/5987185/terrifying-sea-monster-found-in-new-jersey-river Maybe it's time to invest in Kevlar waders... --ScottP.S. I can see the next made for TV movie now... Frankenfish vs. Sea Lamprey! ================================================ --...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Club Casting Clinic Sunday, March 3 and other upcoming events

I live in Dupont and I am hoping to go. I'd be happy to give you a ride. Unfortunately, I won't know if I can make it until Saturday afternoon. I'll let you know. --ScottOn Thu, Feb 28, 2013 at 2:56 PM, tperkins <thomas.perkins1@gmail.com> wrote: Hey guys, I am planning on attending, and was going to bike there as I don't own a car. But then I thought I would check to see if anyone is going to be driving...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Club Casting Clinic Sunday, March 3 and other upcoming events

Hey guys, I am planning on attending, and was going to bike there as I don't own a car. But then I thought I would check to see if anyone is going to be driving from the Dupont area and doesn't mind a passenger? Thanks,Thomas On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 5:36:27 AM UTC-5, TurbineBlade wrote:While it is free, Dan neglected to mention the wandering "boathouse gang" that is sometimes known for jacking people as they pass through...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Is fishing escapist, or is it the other way?

This thread is the reason why I find this the best fishing forum I've been a part of. Good stuff.BTW, fished Lake Anne in Reston today. Caught a cold. -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com....

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

I would recommend that you go to some of the local fly shops, and upcoming fishing shows to test out some rods. Speaking from experience, both good and bad, I wouldn't buy based on price. A 3 wt is more or less a luxury, a specialized tool that if you don't own one, you will not be prevented from fishing any waters or or catching any fish that you couldn't on your 4 or 5 weight. If you buy some cheapo 3 wt, it probably will not...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 3wt

I have a 3wt 6'6" pocket water from ll bean that I am very happy with. It is a 4 pc. great for SNP streams. On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 10:46:11 PM UTC-5, troutman wrote: I'm in the market for a 3wt. I was curios what is a good rod that won't brake the bank? -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4 mile chocolate milk

i didn't have much luck there yesterday either until about 4. With the water higher than normal at low tide, I found the area just downstream of the outflow pretty productive. I caught 4 LMB and a bunch of huge bluegill. I didn't really see much with the water being so stained, but I think I caught a tire when I was downstream of you (near the power poles). There is a black wooly bugger in the tire now...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 4mile run sunday sighting

No prob.On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 11:27:46 AM UTC-5, Sardman wrote:Thanks man, really needed a laugh! -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Is fishing escapist, or is it the other way?

Gene: and now message about Tyler Durden: http://bit.ly/143DFRi ;-)On Thursday, February 28, 2013 6:45:13 AM UTC-5, TurbineBlade wrote:On a side note, I spend way, way too much time online looking up fly patterns and and checking this forum. Is there a support group for this? Like in Fight Club? -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Is fishing escapist, or is it the other way?

Thanks for mentioning "wonder." A good part of the pleasure I take from fishing is that it makes me feel younger as I more or less re-enact parts of my youth, such as following a local creek to its source, or its outlet; coming home covered in mud, fish scales, etc. and late for dinner with mom and dad sore, but "oh boy, the stuff I discovered today!" That and more is the "wonder" of it all.Here's some interesting...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Steve--That's exactly my rationale as well. I had a 2-pc that I've replaced with a similar 4pc because it was just too difficult to get around with (often ride to fishing on my bike). Part of my hesitation to get a 2pc short rod is that it won't quite fit with my others, which make backpacking logistics a bit more difficult. I've seen 8pc rods, which basically fit in a pringles can, and though its intriguing...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

John -- With fewer sections, two piece rods will generally weigh less than their 3 or 4pc counterparts, are quicker to setup, and in some cases cheaper. Additionally, some people find the smoother taper over the rod length with only one connection results in greater feel and a more consistent action. But note that these differences are fairly marginal and in some cases completely unnoticeable. ...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Is fishing escapist, or is it the other way?

I have absolutely loved this thread everyone! Great musings, insights, and poetry all around! Regardless of reason, in my opinion we are all super blessed and fortunate in that we have found a real passion in fly fishing. We live in a time when people actually attend seminars to find out what they might be passionate about. In fact, if you Google, "Find Your Passion", you come up with no less...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Orvis Streamline vs ll bean quest

Hey Richard, Thanks for the great information. Thats good to know. :) -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com....

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Is fishing escapist, or is it the other way?

Thank you for the reading suggestions -- I enjoy reading and used to do a lot more of it than I currently do. Calvin and Hobbes reflects how I feel about most things in life, but I really like a lot of the writing from the fly fishing community as well. I'll probably pick up some of this stuff used on Amazon and/or bother members if they have copies ;). But I won't return them though just so you know -- at least...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4 mile chocolate milk

If you almost hooked a carp, you've done better than I have in trying to catch one ;). I pulled up about a 6' clear plastic tarp the other day, but managed to get my fly back. You never know what you'll get around here. GeneOn Thursday, February 28, 2013 2:03:02 AM UTC-5, Texican wrote:Almost forgot. I did land a men's large grey cotton glove. I think it was a righty. Not much of a fighter. So, I wasn't completely...

Wednesday, 27 February 2013

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4 mile chocolate milk

Almost forgot. I did land a men's large grey cotton glove. I think it was a righty. Not much of a fighter. So, I wasn't completely skunked. 😏 -John On Thursday, February 28, 2013 12:48:16 AM UTC-5, Texican wrote:Went to 4MR Wed. to work on my casting and try out my hideous wooly bugger I tied on a #6. About 20 cast in and I missed a huge carp. I've got to get this hook set thing down! Felt the...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

I like 3 piece for little rods(below 5wt) easier to fit in a pack. Ive had all heavier rods as 2 pieces but one eight weight. Maybe it was total luck but i broke it on a fish right where the upper third and middle third fot together, ive never owned a heavier 3 piece rod since. Dan Barrett On Feb 28, 2013 1:36 AM, "Texican" <john.z.martinez@gmail.com> wrote: I've been thinking about a trout rod as well. Can anyone...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

I've been thinking about a trout rod as well. Can anyone share what if any down side there might be to a two piece 3-4wt rod other than convenience when hiking to a stream? Do multiple sections impact a builders ability affect the rods traits? Tight lines -John On Wednesday, February 27, 2013 11:02:03 PM UTC-5, Matthew Longley wrote:I'm in the same place troutman. Can't really justify spending money...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 4 mile chocolate milk

Went to 4MR Wed. to work on my casting and try out my hideous wooly bugger I tied on a #6. About 20 cast in and I missed a huge carp. I've got to get this hook set thing down! Felt the fish on my line when I attempted to lift for my back cast. Thought I was hung up, saw a the fish roll and half a tail fin. No other bites all day. Saw a couple of bass hit something on the surface but...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Not sure where you are fishing with this. But i saved up for a while and ended up with a 1 wt. Ive had it on streams that are up to 20-30 yards wide and have landed 12-14in rainbow. on the tiny streams its all i use. on the larger ones its my dry fly rod, it doesnt handle multi nymph rigs or big streams well. On Wed, Feb 27, 2013 at 11:26 PM, Steve F <spfbeaver@gmail.com> wrote: I was in the same...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

I was in the same boat a while back looking for a 3wt. I started with the Bean 6'6" 3wt 2pc. It turned out the rod just wasn't my cup o' tea so I ended up returning it. I then picked up a 7'6" Redington Classic Trout 4pc that I like quite a bit more. It won't win any contests, but neither will I. You may still find them on closeout for not much more than the Bean sticks. -- http://www.tpfr.org...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Hey troutman--I grew up in Maine, LL Bean was my local fly shop. I have a 9ft 5wt and a 9ft 9wt--all of my rods have been from LLB. I'm not in much of a position to compare rods, but I love the 5wt, and am pretty happy with the 9wt. Their warranty is pretty spectacular though, My uncle closed his beans rod in a car door, brought it into the store and told them the story, and they wouldn't let him pay for the...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Mathew I have looked into ll beans. I never have known any one to use one. Have you herd anything about them. I have a 6 wt and I'm going to try some small streams. A little bit of overkill. Thanks Mike -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Last summer I got a J.P. Ross Beaver Meadow 5ft. 3 wt., slow action. I love it. Haven't used it on a trout stream yet but have a ball with Potomac blue gills. On 2/27/13, Matthew Longley <matthew.longley@gmail.com> wrote: > I'm in the same place troutman. Can't really justify spending money on a > 3-wt, but at the same time really like the idea of having a tiny-stream rod > > for backcountry. Was reading a...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

I'm in the same place troutman. Can't really justify spending money on a 3-wt, but at the same time really like the idea of having a tiny-stream rod for backcountry. Was reading a lot of reviews about the eagle claw rods, which are something like 30 bucks, but I hear the 3wt plays more like a 5wt, which kinda defeats the purpose. Beans has some short 3-wts for cheap, but they are all 2-piece rods, I'm guessing...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 3wt

Thanks. Also if anyone is selling any I'm game. -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com. To view this discussion...

RE: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Orvis Streamline vs ll bean quest

Sam, et al., Every major fly rod manufacturer builds a warranty into the cost of their rods. If you buy a completed rod, the entire rod is under warranty. If you buy a blank, just the rod blank is under warranty. Some companies offer a 25-year warranty, some offer lifetime, some only 1 or 2 years depending on the model. All...