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Sounds like fret buzz, the fix could be as simple as hydrating your guitar or a truss rod adjustment (loosen it a quarter turn). If this don't help it's needs a pro setup, the strings are probably too low and require a saddle work.

Bhurt, Thanks. This was suggested to me when I first started and was having trouble with tangles, but I never did tried it. I somehow got the knack of casting, if you can call it that, multiple nymph rigs and forgot about it. What swivels do you use? I'll definitely give this a try. C.

What do you mean by sour/wolf notes? Is this an acoustic guitar?

BigBowTrout, I got the identical thing but the jetta version, 8 years old and going strong. Mine usually goes 820 before the light comes on. Can I ask what you got for a roof rack and how you like it? C

The B string is known for that, especially on improperly made compensated saddles. If it's the nut try coating the slot with graphite from a sharp pencil. This will reduce friction in the slot and stop tuning and bending related bust offs. Do that with all your unwound strings on acoustic guitars. If this don't help take it to a pro, it's likely a problem with string angle requiring the nut to be slightly altered. If it's the saddle, it will need to be altered, probably best to take it to a pro. A fix like this, barring the need to a new nut and or saddle with a setup ($100+), is likely a few minutes work for someone who knows what they're doing. Could also be a playing technique thing. I screwed up so many guitars trying to make them play the way I wanted when I was young. It took me professional instruction, and professional tools, for it all to click. C.

Out of curiosity, define a ridiculous amount?

Yeah it doesn't look that bad actually. Knowings half the battle, GI JOE!

New tyer here. I've been playing around trying to get my nymphs as heavy as possible without being too bulky. The ones I'm liking are averaging between .20 and .25 grams, which seems to be a tad heavier than their store bought counterparts. I'd love to get most of the weight I need into the flies and forgoe the splits. Is this even possible? I'm thinking about trying some of those tungsten beads. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks., C.

The Dyna King stuff looks like quality gear.

I have the Atlas, nearly the same thing as the Apex, and have the same complaint, it doesn't come with an extension arm (bobbin cradle). Otherwise, I think it's great vise for the money. Which arm did you get and where in town can I pick one up? Reviews for both are here: http://www.flyfishohio.com/Vise%20Review%2...l_apex_vise.htm

I wouldn't have a clue about how to get even begin to tye something like that. Are there any resources out there for such techniques?

Great! Thanks!

This looks cool too: http://www.simmsfishing.com/site/headwaters_chest_pack.html#

I've been looking at the Equinox as well. Right now I'm using a WIlly J pack and it's great; however, I don't like fishing with it on. I'd like to get into something that I can wear on short trips that is comfortable to wear and isn't too bulky, i.e, doesn't get in the way when fishing. I think the Equinox may fit the bill.

Thanks to everyone who replied to my thread a few weeks back when I was shopping around for a suit. I ended up with a nearly perfectly fitting suit from Graftons; I just need to find someone now for some minor alterations, i.e. for hemming and shortening of my shirt sleeves, tighten the wrist cuffs. I could go back to where I bought the suit but I was wondering if anyone knew of an experienced taylor who I could go see in person and who could optimally fit my suit for me? Thanks in advance. C.

Fly Fishing On The Web has a great series of videos for a variety of patterns and an online store where you can purchase material kits for each. Check em out: http://ffotw.com/

I just bought this guy as my first vise, seems solid and has good reviews. It was a $155 CAN. I'm excited to get tying. http://anvilusa.com/The_Atlas_Vise.htm

That is nice. They're not available in Canada at all?

Just wanted to pass along a negative experience I had with Change Auto down near Chinook Mall. He claims to be the cheapest inspection guy in the city but he's a crook. Myself, as well as a friend, have caught him red handed trying to rip us off. He'll tell you that you have all these problems and want a huge chunk of cash, he did it to both of us. It didn't feel right so we went elsewhere and were passed with having to deal with considerably less issues.

Thanks for the replies.

I was wondering if anyone knew of any shops, aside from Moores or Tip Top, that carries a selection of affordable (<$500), non formal, mens suits in the city with knowledgeable staff and on site tailoring? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

I started this thread outta curiosity b/c I lost about 10 in 5 hours the other day (personal record). I can't say I've ever lost an indicator, usually it's the tippit (4X) that breaks for me. To those who mentioned loosing indys, are you fishing light non-tapered leaders?

I tried to make a poll but couldn't figure it out. Anyways, what is most number of flies you've lost in one day on the Bow to the river itself, not from loosing a fly box etc.

Would love to see some close up pics of your net; neat idea! Awesome vid too