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Yeah I fish an 8'6" 4 wt LL in a 3 piece as my go to Bow River dry fly rod - The LL series is one of the best dry fly rods out there (according to all the online reviews)... I think the one you list is on Kijiji in a 2 piece - I'd dicker them down a bit though... P

x2 (+1) P

Yeah that's why I purchased a 5 lb'r for my Colman camping stove and lantern - you can at least refill it (only at Cetrex, mind you - not may place will refill a 5 lb'r). P

30 year old poly pro!! Yikes! Must smell like "the Dickens"!! P

Don't forget a pfd as well Ryan!! P

What time of year?! In winter (late fall/early spring) I use MEC Expedition long underwear with 300 wt Bare fleece pants & liner socks, a thin pair of wool socks and another thicker pair of wool socks. Works well for me. P

Yeah went with a Costco special ($29) and filled up at the Centrex for $13.64 ($12.99 Tues & Sun). Cheers, P

Why is that Chris?! I have an opinion (which he was looking for) to which I gave... Nothing wrong with that?! The Midge is a good "entry level" rod, but I stand by my previous statement when I say it's a brick, plain and simple! I spent a couple of hours casting different 3 & 4 wts (with my own 3 & 4 wt reels & lines) at the Expo a few years ago and this was my conclusion... P

I'd go 7'6" 3 wt. Especially if you already have a 8' 4 wt. The midge is "Alright", but HEAVY HEAVY HEAVY (and IMHO is more of a 4 wt, despite what anyone tells you) I have a Redington Classic Trout and it is nice and light, comes with a lifetime warrantee and is $160! The others you list I am not familiar with so cannot comment. But see who has them in stock and give them a chuck. Another option is custom as you get better components for around the same cost as a stock rod. P

Haven't watch th episode yet (PVR'd it). The only specific technique I know of Lynn is "bowing to the fish" - pointing your tip towards the water... P *Edit* Sorry I can't past the specific info... Here's what Lefty has to say (on a google search): http://books.google.ca/books?id=naXkqG4wq-...ish&f=false

Only women (and bhurt) tend to match their jackets & waders (or is it their handbags with their shoes?!)!! LoL J/K... But seriously... You should be able to layer under your jacket with a couple of warmer layers, especially if you fish in the Spring, Fall & Winter. It may be slightly bulkier without the layers. Either way it should never be restrictive... P

Does anyone use the propane tank exchange service offered by a number of businesses (Home Depot, CDN Tire, Mohawk, etc.).? Are they worthwhile or is the only advantage convenience to which you pay handsomely for?! Thanks, Peter *Edit* I have also read that you may not necessarily get a full tank with the exchange tanks, nor a new (potentially unsafe) tank...

Thx! P

Cool, thanks! P

tip #446 As the world turns.

Where'd you buy that one?! P

Can't find it?! Never mind... Found it...

+1 (or is it x2?!)!

You are welcome to invite me along!! P

Nice work Mat. I too have written letters and received feedback on the on gong discussions (though I have not heard from Knight, at this point in time, but I'll hold my breath) at the legislature... Keep up the good work! P

These are the biggest that I know of (Simms)... They are custom... 4XL* G4Z, G4P 59"-60" 35"-36" 12-13

Yeah that was posted last year sometime (or even the year before)!! P

A 9' 5 wt is my primary nymphing rod for the "summer" season (I can cast 3 fly rigs just fine with it). Though I'm one of the nuts on here that brings a quiver with me - 4 wt for dries, 5 wt for nymphing and 6 wt for streamers... A 4 and 6 would probably work for you, but then again, many on here use 10' 5 wts which is perfect for nymphing on the Bow... Of course, this is my opinion/preference... P

Maybe try some "hot" water to expand the joint a little... Not sure if it would hurt the rod at all. maybe some builders can pipe up... Also if you get some rubber grippy stuff that you use to open jars with - not sure what it's called (same material that is used to keep area rugs from slipping on hardwood floors)... I carry some in my rod tubes, for just this purpose. Wrap each section to grip and twist... P

Great photos G! Keep'em coming! Cheers, P