Golfman09

Mmmmmm land fish......I had chinese food last night and I suspect I already have this in my diet. pppuuuuuurrrrrrrrr...ppuuurrrrrrrrrr.

Finally figured out how to make the files the right size to upload them. I've been tying some black and red antistatics. Here they are:

Finally have things set up and have made some progress tying a few patterns. Mostly chironomids for now but have tried a few others as well. Here are a few pics of the fun.

That looks sweet......Impressive for just a days work!

Awesome insight Jack....thanks for the heads up on that "Red Wiggler" That should work really well around here in the early spring from what I've seen. I took a stab at some black and red anti statics. Once you get the hang of tying in the bag it works quite slick. I'll try and post some pics tomorrow.

That is ridiculous......its amazing how someone is always pushing to find crazier ways to do things that didn't seem possible just a short time ago. I'll stick to air canada.....unfortunately.

My computer buddy has some material for me......I knew he'd come through. Should have some done tomorrow! I can't wait.

Don Fresci used that on a Chironomid pattern in an episode that has run a couple of times in the last little while. I was confused as to what that anti static bag material was......He didn't show it in the original form so it left it for interpretation. I"m not a computer guy as well so didn't make the link. I've a buddy who is a computer nut....I'll be calling him shortly. Great job on the pattern....looks great!

I like to fish.

I would echo the first two of those for sure Drew.....as well as a few of the episodes of Hooked by Mark Krupa......he goes to some really neat locations with some great fly fishing opportunities. The guy is just too high strung.....I can only take him for so long.

That beats the bull testicles hanging from the hitch receiver! Impressive!

I also found that You Tube has a lot of helpful videos to get you going. I'm not in an area where I can get to a lot of courses so took to the puter and found a lot of helpful info. Especially when whip finishing to tie off the end of the thread. I bought a boat load of stuff on ebay and it has been ok.....you never quite know what you are getting. The quality of the vice is a little iffy but at this point I'm just beginning so don't really know the difference. I figure it'll give me a chance to get going and then will find my preferences for a higher end vice down the road. I have to echo the comment that it is addictive and a lot of fun....also there is a very specifac mixture of tying vs. booze to keep the end result fishable! Have fun!

Slovaks played it tough.....that Goalie is ridiculous! Nice to see a large effort like that get a win.....even though I would have like to see the US play Canada in the final. That game the other night was a blast to watch.

*Ty every fly I use through the year. *Learn more about Chironomids and how to fish them...(hoping Brian Chan can help in a few weeks!) *Find some areas way off the beaten path to slow life down a bit. *Finally catch a "keeper" at Bullshead.....and then let him go to be caught again!

Thanks for all the input....picked up a roll top from the craigslist listing that was on this thread. Broke it in today tying my first couple of flies as well! I'll post some pics this week once its a little more organized.

Just finished a batch of those brownies......mmmmm....I'll sleep well tonight. Thanks for the tips....roll tops look like a good option. I'll let you know how the hunt goes.

I'm in the process of getting some tying gear together and have been looking for a bench/desk to set up in my family room. It needs to close somehow as I have little kids running around the area. I'd like to stick to $400 or less ....anyone know of people locally who make anything. Any shops in Southern Alberta carry that kind of stuff? Thanks....

I'm glad to chip in......looking forward to trying out the new rod. Should be great for some of those Monsters at Bullshead when spring comes.

Ahaaaaa.....yep that was it....thanks for the tip!

Looking forward to tomorrow night.....Go Canucks Go!

Are we going by posting time or real time.....just noticed posts are showing an hour later.

No Kidding......the definition in that wood looks amazing! Nice pic.....

I'll keep this thing rolling at $250 for the rod........with no need for further comments about Mr. Suzuki.....he's getting old....give him some slack....

That sounds much better! I'll have to look into it a little more closely.