Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders

Friday, 31 January 2014

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

Cam, I picked up a kayak 3 yrs. ago and haven't regretted it. This area is a kyaya Mecca. Good luck. Be glad to go out with you someday. -- 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...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Fishing show in MD

TieFest on March 8...none better. Prospect Bay Country Club, 311 Prospect Bay Dr W, Grasonville, MD10a-4p -- 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...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

Grizz is definitely the guy to talk to. As an added bonus, Jerry Kustich of Sweetgrass Rods (formerly Winston Rods) will be here Saturday – you can ask them both.RRichard FarinoUrban Angler VA | 108 N. Washington Street 2nd Floor | Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 527-2524 | fax: (703) 527-3313 | richard@urbanangler.com From:...

RE: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

I would suggest Clarks Classic Fly Rod Forum as well I'm a member but the bamboo guys could probably give you better advice. I'm not familiar with the first two makers but I would go with the Farlows it's 8' long which is a good length for a bamboo rod. Secondly Farlows has been around since about the same time as Hardy, Sharpes, etc 100+ years so there is a long history of quality equipment, workmanship, etc they have made...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

I'd ping Dan Davala on Bull Run in your backyard. Small water but it might be a good place to test out some sea legs and new setups. Also, in a few months once the shad get going, below the Occoquan Reservoir Dam would be good place to start - assuming there is some water flow this year.. There are quite a few previous posts on that area. The place can be crawling with shad and few stripers once the...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

I picked up a canoe last spring, and used it a bunch of times on the Shenandoah and Upper Potomac (downstream of Harpers) to target smallmouth, and it's an absolute blast. Really anywhere on those two rivers with a small boat will give you an awesome day of fishing. Also great for the Shad run at fletchers, as long as you don't get too close to the current from the falls.On Friday, January 31, 2014 1:21:00 PM UTC-5,...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

The Potomac, below Harpers Ferry. Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin sells maps, this set might be most useful: http://bit.ly/1eDD3XG. I enjoy scouting Bing maps set on Bird's Eye and Google maps set on satellite for places to fish. Don't have a kayak yet, though.Mark -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Fishing show in MD

The Fly Fishing Show used to come to College Park at U of Maryland. I attended there in 2000 through '02 or '03 and then it went away. I spoke with Chuck Furimsky or Barry Serviente or Gerri Serviente the year they didn't return to College Park and I was told that they folded that location because the exhibitors weren't happy with sales/attendance, etc. About 3 years ago they did the show in King of Prussia and then moved...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

Wow, thank you for all of the information and it looks like it would be a good investment. I will absolutly post asking for rigging suggestions once i get it. I wanted to also ask if anyone know particular spots out my way that could be close. I live in Bristow, VA (close to Manassas) that could be possibilities to float fish. Again thank you for all of the responses!CameronOn Thursday, January 30, 2014 5:42:01 PM UTC-5, Cameron...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

There a lot of good floats in the area. Most of them are somewhat close by.The Rappahannock River have several possible floats. That is less than an hour south and it is in the area of Fredericksburg.The Potomac River has a few floats. You could also put in at Riverbend and paddle upstream. I have done this several times and had some spectacular fishing. I am sure that you could also put in at Fletcher's...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Float Fishing?

Would certainly work for floating the upper Potomac, say at Riverbend Park and anywhere upstream. -- 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....

RE: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

It's often said that most rods get broken in and around cars, or when trying to get a fly out of a tree or log. It's possible to break a rod on a very large fish, and that's where experience and care come into it: I'm told it's all in how you play it. Hope I have this problem someday! To that end, I fish my bamboo at all opportunities; no, it's not very good for Czeck nymphing, but fly suspension devices make it possible.Date:...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

I got a cheap antique bamboo rod a few years ago, I tried a few lines on it and a 7wt seemed to be the sweet spot. When shad season came along I brought it out to Fletcher's and on the very first cast, shad hits... and WHHACCCCK! Rod broke below the first ferrule.Supposedly the bamboo had dried out and needed some professional treatment before handling a fish. I'd try to get someone with expertise in bamboo (Griz at Urban Angler...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

personally i never use any of my bamboo except for tossing little dry flies, just because mine are still original parts and don't want to risk it. but if you fight the fish right, it should be fine. Dan BarrettOn Fri, Jan 31, 2014 at 9:44 AM, Alek <alekchance@gmail.com> wrote: I have a general question about bamboo fly rods. I've inherited an unlabeled custom rod that is 6' and probably #5 or #6. Obviously it's meant...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Bamboo rods advice

I have a general question about bamboo fly rods. I've inherited an unlabeled custom rod that is 6' and probably #5 or #6. Obviously it's meant to be a small stream trout rod, but is bamboo strong enough for other 6wt applications--carp, etc.? It has a lot more backbone than my graphite 6wt, but I have no idea how strong it is when push comes to shove and I don't want to break it.On Wednesday, February 29, 2012 8:40:08...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Anyone fish along the Northwest Branch Trail?

Deadbait:does it pay off to work the stream, or do all the fish get hauled out of the pools they were stocked in? It is a surprisingly nice place to go for a walk-- I'd like to fish my way up and down it, but not if the fish are all staying put in the millpond.On Wednesday, January 29, 2014 3:22:20 PM UTC-5, Deadbait wrote:Alek - I live about 5 min from the NW Branch and can say sadly that it does not have holdovers. It...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Looks like the same one to me! It has a scar on top of it's head that looks the same as when I caught it a couple months ago. I actually spent about 15 minutes or so stalking what I believe to be this same fish on a different day in December, but he eluded me that day. -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group....

Thursday, 30 January 2014

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: San Diego and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii - anyone got the scoop?

Fishing San Diego this weekend. Hopefully something good to report. Stay tuned. -- 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...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Yes!On Monday, January 20, 2014 8:14:06 AM UTC-5, mbr...@gmail.com wrote:Fished just down from the warm water release yesterday (Sunday) from about 1-3:30. Caught a very small bass and 6 sunfish on a Rob Snowhite fly that he gave my son at last week's beer tie. Thanks, Rob! -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders" group. To unsubscribe...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Peanut the Catfish!On Thu, Jan 30, 2014 at 10:29 PM, FlyTimesDC <Rsmothers@targetedvictory.com> wrote: Dr. Seuss or the Alley Cat are my two plugs. On Monday, January 20, 2014 8:14:06 AM UTC-5, mbr...@gmail.com wrote: Fished just down from the warm water release yesterday (Sunday) from about 1-3:30. Caught a very small bass and 6 sunfish on a Rob Snowhite fly that he gave my son at last week's beer tie. Thanks, Rob!...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Dr. Seuss or the Alley Cat are my two plugs. On Monday, January 20, 2014 8:14:06 AM UTC-5, mbr...@gmail.com wrote:Fished just down from the warm water release yesterday (Sunday) from about 1-3:30. Caught a very small bass and 6 sunfish on a Rob Snowhite fly that he gave my son at last week's beer tie. Thanks, Rob! -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: San Diego and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii - anyone got the scoop?

Oh - and you're going to need a bigger rod... On Oahu the wind and the fish will smash your 4 wt - and I would think you'll just get by with the 6 wt. I think an 8wt minimum. If you are lucky enough to hook up with a Hawaiian Bonefish, it'll try to break you off on the coral heads - you'll need the 8 weight to fight/steer the fish.In San Diego, you might be able to get away with the 6 wt (surf perch), but that 8 will...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: San Diego and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii - anyone got the scoop?

You might want to get a days worth of guiding in both places - that way you'll be armed with knowledge for the rest of the time you'll have in each spot. There is a flyshop at Liberty Station in San Diego. They have guide services but if you aren't interested in that, there are a few internet groups like this one (but I can't remember their urls - just try googling). Al Q is another resource for San Diego. http://alquattrocchi.wordpress.com/...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} VIDEO....Damsels in Distress

That one is particularly cool! I can imagine the fun of casting into that. Then again I can also imagine that happening to me only to realize I didn't bring any damselfly imitations. -- 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: 4MR

I wouldn't give that fish to anybody to eat... that guy sits in that outfall day after day.I don't think you could kill it either - kinda like a cockroach - you can try but it will laugh at you.I think we should name that cat - if I'm not mistaken, that is the same one Paul Kalajainen caught back in November. How about "Repeat Pete"?On Thursday, January 30, 2014 5:51:56 PM UTC-5, Rob Snowhite wrote:Will, When they...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} VIDEO....Damsels in Distress

These never get old.https://vimeo.com/85147880Thanks Orvis -- 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} San Diego and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii - anyone got the scoop?

Hey ya'll, Hoping I could pick your brains on possible fishing in the areas of San Diego and Pear Harbor. I have two weeks in both regions for work. (Two weekends in Pearl Harbor)4 and 6 weights to possibly take. Any suggestions/ tips are greatly appreciated. Feel free to email directly since there are two subjects. Thanks, Justin -- http://www.tpfr.org --- You received this message...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

This area is excellent for kayak fishing and Rob’s listed some good locations. I would also add Pohick Bay and Mason Neck area for more below-the-fall-line locations. If you want tips on how to rig the boat, this is also a good forum to do so. There’s lots of experience among the members and you can usually find a paddling buddy here as well. SteveOn Jan 30, 2014, at 5:51 PM, Michael Smith <rybolov@ryzhe.ath.cx>...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

Nice bullet-points, Rob. New phone? ;-)Cheers, -- GregSent from my iPhoneOn Jan 30, 2014, at 5:57 PM, Rob Snowhite <rob@robsnowhite.com> wrote:These are some of the spots I recommend:Fletchers CoveGravelly PointPoint of RocksDickerson Power PlantRoaches RunBurke LakeOccoquanFountainheadRoosevelt IslandWashington ChannelDyke MarshJones Point ParkFalmouth Flats (Rappahannock) - launch across river at VFW or upstream...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

Sorry that kinda came out a bit messed up. What i get for typing on a phone..... But yeah I have also fished most of the spots that Rob listed and he is right on as usual. Go for it! On Jan 30, 2014 6:05 PM, "Sam Hauser" <slhauser911@gmail.com> wrote: There are some places on the shenandoah and the upoer potomac that you can float with a kayak. But you can fish all kinds of places in the lower potomac, occoquan and...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

There are some places on the shenandoah and the upoer potomac that you can float with a kayak. But you can fish all kinds of places in the lower potomac, occoquan and anacostia very welk with a kayak. I You will definately get use out of it. Definatly dont try to limit yourself to float trios only or you will miss out on some epic kayak spots On Jan 30, 2014 5:42 PM, "Cameron Abbott" <cabbott943@gmail.com> wrote: I have...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

These are some of the spots I recommend:Fletchers CoveGravelly PointPoint of RocksDickerson Power PlantRoaches RunBurke LakeOccoquanFountainheadRoosevelt IslandWashington ChannelDyke MarshJones Point ParkFalmouth Flats (Rappahannock) - launch across river at VFW or upstream at Friends of Rappahannock Rob Snowhite From: Cameron Abbott <cabbott943@gmail.com> To: tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com Sent:...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Will, When they aren't schooling they will often take the damsel, wait for the shad run to start at Chain Bridge and they will annihilate the damsel. I've also had them go for thingamabobbers in 4MR. That catfish is nasty gross. What is the TPFR official stance on killing them? Md DNR wants them all killed. They do more harm than any other fish in the river system. I haven't caught one yet but, not sure if I'd bash its head in...

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

Treat it like a car-topper boat. Plenty of lakes to go to. Also a Shenandoah float would be much awesome. If it's an ocean-going kayak (11.5-14 feet long), Virginia beach and the lower Potomac is a great place to go hunt for stripers and LMB.--Michael Smith, CISSP-ISSEPrybolov@ryzhe.ath.cx @rybolovhttp://www.guerilla-ciso.comFrom: Cameron Abbott <cabbott943@gmail.com>Reply-To: <tidal-potomac-fly-rodders@googlegroups.com>Date:...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

Gizzards are never interested in anything I offer...what do they go for? On Thursday, January 30, 2014 5:10:58 PM UTC-5, Vic Velasco wrote:That catfish is in that same spot nearly everytime I go there (outgoing tide). That spot is a gizzard shad haven too. On Thursday, January 30, 2014 3:10:42 PM UTC-5, FlyTimesDC wrote:First time at Four Mile Run this year. Stalked this absurd cat for 15 minutes before I got...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Float Fishing?

I have an opportunity to pickup a kayak for a pretty good deal that i am going to outfit so i can fly fish from it but before i pick it up, i wanted to see if there is any where in our region that is good for float fly fishing. I thought i would put it out to the group to get some ideas of areas to float fish since i am sure the collective group will have better intel that what i can search on the internet. Not sure i should do...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

That catfish is in that same spot nearly everytime I go there (outgoing tide). That spot is a gizzard shad haven too. On Thursday, January 30, 2014 3:10:42 PM UTC-5, FlyTimesDC wrote:First time at Four Mile Run this year. Stalked this absurd cat for 15 minutes before I got it to take a big stonefly.....blast on a 5wt with 4x in the skinny water. Easily over 30" and 10+lbs. On Monday, January 20, 2014 8:14:06 AM...

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: 4MR

First time at Four Mile Run this year. Stalked this absurd cat for 15 minutes before I got it to take a big stonefly.....blast on a 5wt with 4x in the skinny water. Easily over 30" and 10+lbs. On Monday, January 20, 2014 8:14:06 AM UTC-5, mbr...@gmail.com wrote:Fished just down from the warm water release yesterday (Sunday) from about...