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Bobbies - the down side. While we all like 'em, well most of us anyway, there is a downside to bobbies.
They are not terribly fish friendly.
I have used them - rarely do any more. The fish tend to take them deep - like @ the entrance to the stomach making release & survival of the fish a real issue.
While there are "traditional " bobbies there are a host of flies that can be tied to float, I've tied and used leeches & dragons. In every case, the fish ate the bobbies deep.
If you intend to eat the fish, use bobbies - otherwise....
catch ya'
Don
I think the retrieve has a lot to do with this as well, you saw how I fish them and I have yet to deeply hook a fish. I use a very similar 'hand over hand' (or as you refered to it 'roley poley') retrieve when fishing damsel nymphs (although a little slower) and I find I can feel the fish nipping at the fly before they commit. That fish I hooked on Beaver hit the fly 3 times and on the 4th pass basically hooked himself.
Colin
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With the new storm water collection diversions coming on line I'm sure that we will see more consistent water conditions over the next few years.
Colin
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wicked nice looking stick for sure , the burled wood is what ?
Claro Walnut
Glad you're enjoying the new rod Craig.
Colin
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On River demo's start this morning at 10am down at Policeman's Flats for all interested.
Colin
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That water is sho'nuff flat!
Looks like you could play some pond hockey on there; were you icefishing?
Nice trout, BTW...
There was only a skim of ice near the boat launch when I arrived, couldn't get into the parking lot due to the knee-waist deep snow drifts, although I did try :$*%&: (thanks to the gentleman that pulled me out).
Nice to meet you too Jeff, hoping to get down a few more times in the next couple of weeks, will touch base with you.
Colin
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Made the drive down south this morning.
Lots of this
a few of these
Don't think these guys knew what to do
Where was the wind everyone talks about?
Colin
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I just wanted to issue a quick "Thanks" to those of you who came out on Sunday to help us aspiring spey casters out
. . . and an extra special thanks to whoever it was (if he is even on this board) who spent so much time working with my son (the tall, "robust," fair haired kid in the green neoprene waders). My son appears to have been bitten quite badly by the spey bug . . . which suits me just fine 
No problem, if he wants some more practice, I think I mentioned the get together coming up this weekend, info here. As well there are always a few extra rods around if he wants to try one out for a day or 2.
Colin
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The new Snowbee Geo reel will be available in a cassette model as well, using the same drag as the rest of the Snowbee, this will be a sweet light weight cassette reel, 3/4 weights 122gm and the 5/6 weighs 128gm. I'm sure Courtney can add some more info on these.
The cassettes will be made of a clear polycarbonate material.
Colin
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Hmmm.... I have an 8ft boat that needs to get to the coast as well, was considering driving it as far as Kamloops, I might have enough room for both (8ft bed with boat racks on canopy) would probably need a little gas $ and thats it.
Colin
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I used 2 of the Canadian Tire solar panels on the roof of my trailer to keep the battery charged during the day, worked well for 7 to 10 days trips. I also used a group 31 deep cell battery as my power source so as long as it was fully charged going in I could keep it fairly well topped during sunny days.
Colin
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. I am also going to have One of the Tigereye Maxwell 15' rods there for you all to see where it was and where we have come...
C
If thats the one I remember what a beast!!
Colin
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Maybe its just a BC salmon thing.They like the sound of reeling in i guess.
Actually its one of the most effective loon calls available. Or if you fish Spider lake on vancouver Island, a bald eagle call
Colin
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I have my WW1134 lined up with a Snowbee 6/7 Scandi cut back to 290grains (3 ft off the front and 9ft off the rear) I'm really surprised at how well this set-up casts. I'm also using the matching WWXL7/9 reel.
Haven't tried the St.Croix and not sure if the Deer Creek 4/5 is out yet
Colin
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Glad you enjoyed yourself, keep practicing and let me know when you want to get out again.
Colin
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I don't suppose any of you fine fellows that offered me a 'test drive' (dutchie, Silverdoctor, bhurt) would be available tomorrow afternoon?
Supposed to be 10 degrees tomorrow afternoon and I figure I'd better take advantage before I start working again.. I'll be going either way, but some company would be great!
I'm not doing anything tomorrow, I've got a Snowbee 12'6 6wt, a Beulah 12'7" 7wt and a custom Amundson 1134 (that I'm still trying to dial in a line for) shoot me a PM if you ant to get out.
Colin
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If you want truly indestructible waders, albeit ugly as sin, check out the Snowbee Wademaster waders
600D Wademaster Waders
Many years ago, we used to make a nylon wader called the ‘WaderMaster’. Made from 600D Ballistic Nylon – the same material ‘Special Forces’ use for their 1-piece jump suits – this material is as close to indestructible as it gets! Well they’re back… but even better!
11281-01 600D Wademaster Waders- See size chart>
The new Snowbee Wadermasters are now made from a heavy duty rip-stop, 600D nylon and offer ever greater durability than the originals.
They’re not breathable and they’re not lightweight. What they are is incredibly tough, durable and hardwearing. They deflect thorns and gorse like no other material and if you want a pair of waders that is going to last… this is it.
600D Ballistic Nylon material with a PVC backing to ensure it stays waterproof
Unique acrylic felt lining to boots for warmth and comfort
Interior lined with heavy duty nylon mesh to avoid condensation
All seams double stitched and heat taped on the inside
Heavy duty, moulded PVC boots, heat welded to the upper to ensure they remain watertight
Fully cleated sole for sure grip in all conditions and terrain
Fully adjustable elasticated braces, with quick release buckles
Front welded patch pockets with waterproof zips
Additional internal mesh pocket for extra storage
Adjustable webbing waist belt for comfort and safety
Rear reflective strip for night-time safety
Colour: Black Sizes: 6 to 13
http://www.snowbee.co.uk/fly-fishing/wading/
Drop Courtney at Nile Creek Fly Shop a PM for more info.
Colin
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Thanks guys, no fishing today, but hoping to start my 45th year off right with a few to hand tomorrow.
Colin
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Fish tales just got a bunch in, Nancy was un-packing them on Friday when I was there.
Colin
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How big are the chunks? I've used Elmers Wood Filler in Honey Oak to fill irregularities in cork, allow to dry and then sand to shape. I also give all my cork a wipe with Tru-oil to seal and protect.
Colin
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12'6 6wt Snowbee Torridge (now the XS pro) is my favorite and go to rod. Also toss a Beulah 7wt spey once in a while, really liked their 5wt trouter as well.
Colin
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Air-Brake tubing from any auto parts store, I bought 10' for $7.00, thats about 50 tubes give or take depending on size. Another option I use is brass and aluminum tubing from your local hobby shop, I bought a small tubing cutter and flaring tool to make the tubes.
Colin
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Thanks Jack, looking forward to working with this rod on the Bow (even more time now that I'm officially un-employed), bring on the Chinooks.
Colin
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Small Creek Rods
in Ask the Pros
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5'6" to 6'6" 2/3wt bamboo rods are my fave for Cataract, Quirk and other small stream in this end of the province. Upper Livingston and Oldman and similar, I like to use a 7'6" 3wt graphite rod to punch out longer casts as well as deal with the afternoon winds.
Colin