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I wasn't going to get into this one, but I'm bored.... Personally, I can't be bothered with them. There are too many people just like them out there, these guys just like to video tape the odd fish they catch. If they had video of them catching more than just one or two fish in each video, I would worry a little more, but that's not the case. It doesn't look to me like they are really much of a threat to the fishery since it doesn't look like they catch too many fish. As for getting them charged with anything...I can only say that some people are over-reacting. Using Tri-Hooks is not illegal unfortunately and until it is, they are free to do so on the occasional fish they might hook into. (Edited due to ignorance on my part...Sorry). As for the way they handle the odd fish they catch....Although it turns my stomach to see it, the regulations do not state them as "rules", they are written as "Tips", and you can't charge someone for not taking a "Tip". But, as I said, I don't believe that the small number of fish they might luck into is going to affect our great fishery. They video tape their fishing, to show the world that they don't know how to handle, and obviously don't respect the fish they catch. They don't seem to be hiding anything to me. I'd be more worried about the people out there that are actually Poaching and knowingly doing no-good before I'd spend any energy on these guys. If someone has a problem with them personally, that's their prerogative. The comment in the vid shows that they will most likely be reading this and the fact that this thread got to this means they got us...(me included, for replying). I did think the Metallica playing in the 1972 El Camino was more than perfect though. I personally think we should all get together and throw Rick in the river... ....Oh wait. Forget that. If we wait long enough, he'll just fall in himself.

I'm not sure, I'll let you know....

Yes I had it delivered to my Home in Stettler. I did find that some of the Brands won't deliver outside the States though, but North Fork did. Total cost was $1177. I'm in no way trying to take business away from local businesses, but after comparing what I could get locally and seeing the boat I bought up close, I decided it was the best for me. If I could have found it locally, I would have bought it instead of mail order.

It is the Minn Kota Max and I can't remember the Battery and charger I got. I picked the Battery and charger up at Canadian Tire and was surprised at how much they cost. Almost as much as the motor. I got the Sage 2540 reel in silver and a 490 Z-Axis Rod. I've never had very good luck with Sage reels, but it's been awhile since I tried one so I figured I'd give them a second chance. I also got a good deal on it as a combo. If it doesn't perform well, at least it will still look cool.

Wow, you read my mind. I did indeed pick up a 55 lb thrust motor to use on it....I just thought I might start to look a little insane if people started to see how easily I am separated from my money when it comes to fishing. ....Oh, and the "I suck" comment was deserved and actually felt good to hear. Thanx

First off I'll give my excuses/reasons so I don't get Flamed, then I'll say where I bought it. Reason 1 is I am usually working away from home and very remote. Reason 2 is I've looked everywhere available around Calgary and haven't found anything comparible, quality wise or price wise. Reason 3 is that when I am working remotely, when I get bored, I like to buy stuff.... I bought it thru Cabela's for $999 and it was at my house in 2 weeks. I will suggest to anyone that might want to do the same to do it fast because by about the end of March, they end up with most of their popular Items getting put on back order and it can take months to receive. I've been victim of that a few times. I ordered a different pontoon in July and ended up cancelling the order in September because the season was pretty much done and it was still on back order. Other wise my business goes to Gord at Westwinds for at least 90% of my Fly Fishing supplies.

I got a new toy too. I don't know why I did this to myself being that I won't be able to use it for awhile, but I couldn't resist. My therapy for being stuck up in the deep freeze way up North is buying stuff. http://www.northforkoutdoors.com/2008webca...g/2008pg17.html I did however have a beer while sitting in it pretending I was out on the water....It went together in about 15 minutes right out of the box including pumping up the 'Toons first time, so I'm happy that way anyways. After building it and testing it out on the concrete, it seems pretty decent. As you can see, mine is Blue and Grey, not the yellow or red shown in the pictures on the North Fork Webpage. Now I have all the bases covered as far as pontoonin' goes....small, medium and large. Can't wait to cast the new Sage I bought at the same time while floating down the Bow in the new Pontoon.

Not really. I was just buggin' ya. I'm just jealous "cause your rod is bigger than my rod...

Soon enough we'll be trying to enjoy a nice day on the water and all the "Long Rodders" will be heckling us from the bank for being out of style and uncool....(Yup, another Snowboarder vs Skier Crack). In all honesty Rick, I haven't tried any long rods yet because I'm afraid of myself. I'm too compulsive and know for sure that I'd end up going "All the way" and once again be wondering why my bank account keeps dwindling. Plus, I just bought another pontoon boat and another new Sage last week. See, I just can't help myself!

Bring what ever you're comfortable with. I'll point, you cast....set the hook and I'll net the fish, take the picture. Lather, rinse...repeat. Depending on what time of year we get to do our thing, you might want to bring the little stick for dries tho.

"A single point hook that is dressed only with fur, feathers, hair, textiles, tinsel and/or wire, and to which no external weight or attracting device is attached...." 'Nuff Said.

A few more patterns I've done well with are the "Showgirl" tied with Purple and Pink Marabou with Crystal flash. Simple tie, but very effective. The "Fat Pinky" is another one to try that is easy to tie. Purple tail, (Marabou will do for the tail if you don't have Purple Saddle), Body is 2/3 Pink Chenelle and 1/3 Black chenelle. Tie in a Collar with either Purple Saddle, (if you have it) or Black Saddle Hackle. Another good pattern is the "Optic". They take a bit more time but are very good to have with you. If you take the time to tie them, tie a few different color combos. They represent fry and should be deadly for the time of year you are going. Bunny leeches tied in Lime/Black, Pink/Purple and White/Red color combos are very effective as well and easy to tie a bunch up quickly. If you google the patterns I listed, I'm sure you'll find the actual recipes. I'm too lazy to do it myself right now, sorry. One last thing I will bring up is to use the correct hooks when tying. It would suck to tie a bunch of nice patterns, get all the way out to your destination and then find out that the regular hooks you use on the Bow just straighten out when in a Steelies' Jaws.

Pretty nice looking rod though Rick. Why not open all of your options right? I'm just too old and stubborn to deal with any change that's all I'm also a die-hard former ski bum, so this Spey Craze looks a lot like snowboarders taking over the ski hills back a few years... I grew to accept that, so I think I'll get thru this too.

....Don't tell me you're joining that "Long Rod" group that is taking over the Bow Shouldn't be long before I'm the only person on the river with a dinky little 9 foot rod casting to rising fish while surrounded by a bunch of "Swingers" dredging the bottom

I was told this by two COs, and each person in each fly shop in Fernie. They said that it, (Dumbbell eyes), has been illegal for awhile, but has not been enforced because of the confusion due to the way it is written. I was told that they were going to start enforcing it and would continue to enforce it until enough people fought the citation so the Regulations could be changed. By the definitions for "Artificial Fly" and "Fly Fishing", it is actually very easy to read that Dumbbell eyes would not be allowed. Whether you agree with it or not, it is what it is. Both definitions are intertwined, so if something is not allowed on an "Artificial Fly", it wouldn't be allowed if "Fly Fishing Only" is in place because by the definition, "....using an Artificial Fly....", both come into play. "...No external weight or attracting device...." can only be understood to mean things such as dumbbell eyes because they do both do they not? This is exactly why I thought I would bring it up and give them a heads up.... It would suck to get a fine for doing something that you "...never heard of" that not only doesn't make sense, but isn't clearly written in the Regs. If I was fishing somewhere that I'd fished for years and got a fine because in the regulations it said I was required to wear my underwear on the outside while fishing there, I couldn't really argue if it was written in the regs....Know your regulations and if you don't understand something, either get it clearly defined or stray on the safe side. Being that these rules won't apply to LKs and Max's trip, this topic can be closed so we can get back to the original purpose of the Thread.

Last year we used a different and cheap way to get deep without tying in big eyes when we went for big Bullies. I bought some of those oval shaped weights with the rubber insert used for bait fishing at Canadian Tire. I pinched them onto the shank at the head and tied over them. Worked like a charm, but made it dangerous if the wind picked up. When are you guys going?

As stupid and confusing as it is, by their definition, using external eyes on your flies is against the rules. The definition of an "Artificial Fly" is: "A single point that is dressed only with fur, feathers, hair, textiles, tinsel and/or wire, and to which no external weight or attracting device is attached. Two or more hooks tied in tandom is not permitted. Where gear is restricted to artificial flies, floats and sinkers may be attached to the line" The definition of "Fly Fishing" is: "Angling with a line to which only an artificial fly is attached, (Floats, sinkers or attracting devices may not be attached to the line). The only reason I bring it up is because apparently they are going to start giving out fines for breaking these rules. The one thing they pointed out specifically was the "Eyes" on streamers. I would just recommend looking closely at the regs for the area you are fishing and then ask someone that would know which of the definitions apply. If the regs say "Artificial Fly only", then I would assume you could not use flies with eyes tied in, but could use Sinkers and an Indicator. If the regs say "Fly Fishing only", then I would say that by the definition, you still can't use flies with eyes tied in and also can't use Sinkers or an indicator.... Also be careful in BC because the standard technique of using 2 or 3 flies at a time is not allowed in most places and they definitely enforce that one.

Don got it right on the nose with Light and Dark. Reason being that water clarity can drastically change thru-out the day and/or the trip, so you want to have both options available to suit the water clarity. Definitely have different sizes and weights available as well. By changing to a fly one size bigger or smaller, or lighter/heavier, can make all the difference. I personally love the "Intruder" style flies in various weights and sizes, but have always done well with the same old streamers I use on the Bow, so don't go too crazy tying "Steelhead" flies because you may end up tying a bunch of flies that either don't work, or you don't get a chance to use. Purple, Pink and Black with Silver flash is my favorite color combo. Make sure you have various egg patterns with you too. Single Glo-eggs and multi-egg sacs can both be deadly. As Don said, Fly fishing only means no weight and idicators. The other part that people are getting caught with is external eyes tied onto hooks which by the regs is not allowed, so definitely check your regs. Good luck

Some might find this disgusting.... But I found it hilarious For some reason, it won't play on this page like usual, but seems to work by clicking the "Click here....." under the frame. It's funnier in full screen anyways

I think the kids would love this as their new pet.....My wife might not be too happy tho.

I have to also throw in "Participation", which is huge when it comes to having a great site. I've been to other forums for fishing and other themes where you can wait for days for new topics and/or posts. It's tough to bother staying around on those ones. This site has great participation compared to other boards which is great. I can always count on some fresh reads when stopping by.

Good luck buddy. Get your ticket and give me a call. Then you can come up North and make some real money.

Copy and paste your posts from this thread and save them for ten years. Open it on February 6th, 2018 and read it at your desk, or place of employment where ever, or what ever that might be...I'm pretty sure you'll thank me for the chuckle. Actually...Wait and read it while doing your taxes in the Spring.

What are trying to say Rick? Are you trying to start something again? How many other boards have members inviting basically strangers into their homes? Wish I could have been there Rick, but this stupid work thing makes it tough to have a life in the winter. BTW....I think Rick hit it right on the head. The people make the board what it is, and the Admin/moderators do a great job of controlling things privately as to not cause potentially bad situations from arising. I've seen on other boards where the Admin does it in the middle of a good thread and things end up spiralling out of control for all to see. This causes level headed people to go elsewhere, usually leaving only the people that make a board a not so friendly place to be.

I completely agree. Even though I've been too busy to do anything fun the last few months, I can still live thru the posts of the people here. The warm weather can't come soon enough for me. Seems like a good time to repost my little tribute to the people here. I just watched it for the first time in awhile and it made me smile, so for those that have seen it, I hope it does the same. For those that haven't seen it, you're probably newer here, so post your pics this year so I can put you in next year's. Click here if the movie does not play.