[Lost gear at Clear Lake (east of Stavely)]

Thanks for the thoughts.  Very scary moment and the craziest thing was that this happened from the point i was dropped off at the dock in order to get my truck to the boat launch (~60 metres).  Crazy.

[Lost gear at Clear Lake (east of Stavely)]

On the afternoon of Saturday, May 16th, after almost sinking my boat while nearing the boat launch at Clear Lake a few items were lost that we weren't able to recover in time before the wind took them to the north end of the lake, they were:

- Fly box with a number of salt water streamers (for pike fishing!)

- one wooden oar with oar lock

- one small cooler (you can keep what was in it too!)

If you saw or saved any of this stuff I appreciate a note back.  Be willing to pay small reward for the fly box and/or oar. Also, will send endless good karma your way too!

Also, I just want to say thanks again to some of the people that helped me and a friend (who almost drowned) out.  We are forever grateful for all you did.

Thanks!!

Dan

[Open ocean salmon fly fishing (BC and Wash State)]

Sorry to post this here but, I figure it’ll get better exposure than on the BC and Int’l Forum....

Anyone have any luck pitching flies to open ocean salmon before?  Going to the Straight of Juan de Fuca and thinking of bringing gear.  If so, what kind of spots should I look for (bays,etc) what weight rod, flies, etc.

Any and all help appreciated!

[Lost net on Elbow River]

Lost my White River net this past Wednesday (Aug 1st) on the Elbow River near River Spirit golf course (could’ve floated downstream of there).

if found please contact.

thanks!

[Fly Fishing Related Workout/exercises]

Okay, so I have to ask. What trip are you knocking off the bucket list?

 

Going to Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. Bonefish and giant trevally paradise!

[Fly Fishing Related Workout/exercises]

Thanks gents, especially the Gold Bond tip!

[Fly Fishing Related Workout/exercises]

Ok, I know the topic may seem strange/weird but, given the cold stuff is upon us and I'm not able go out and fling flies, I was curious what exercises I could do during workouts that would keep/put me in proper shape for an upcoming trip? Going on the trip of a lifetime and I want to make sure I'm as ready physically as possible and not sore from pitching with 8 to 12wt rods all day.

 

Thanks!

[Epic Run....milkfish]

So awesome! Bucket list.

[No Calgary Flyfishing Show In 2017]

I was told by someone at a prominent local shop, in Calgary, that the cost and inconvenience to have a booth wasn't worth it and that they won't be attending in 2018 when it returns.

[Replacing Felt Soles]

Was at Springbrook yesterday in SE Calgary (aka TFO headquarters) and they had felt "kits" to replace your felt soles.

[Found Fly Rod And Reel At Highwood River Day Use Parking Area]

Found the mid afternoon on Thursday, July 30th in the parking area of the Highwood River day use site. If you or someone you know left it, confirm the type of rod and reel as well as the weight and length of rod and i'll make sure you get it back!!

[For Bullies]

For sure pink. Brighter the better.

[Ms Auctions, Part 2]

I'm assuming #3 is for two guests in the drift boat? If so $325 on #3

[Buying Reels,rods,flies On Line]

If you can hold out until the Trout Unlimited garage sale in April, i think, you can get some great used gear and new flies at unbeatable prices.

[Fly Shop In Ne Calgary]

Hi Everyone,

 

At the most recent Fly Fishing Expo, this past January at Spruce Meadows, there were a couple/few guys selling flies from a small shop located in Calgary's NE area (not far from 32nd Ave, if I'm not mistaken). Does anyone out there recall/know the name of this shop?

 

Thanks for your help!

 

Mukka

[3Wt Reel?]

Stonefly's right. They're under the same ownership as Sage, so you'll be getting good quality at a great price. I've owned Redington gear before and you can't go wrong, very good warranty too.

[Questions Related To A New Rod]

Jim McL is THE SH!T if you want to learn anything and everything about fly fishing. You'd also be well served to read any of his books too.

[What Fly To Tie?]

2 real easy flies to tie are san juan worms and tom thumbs. I've had very good results with an xtra ' hairy' t thumb too. Just used longer than avg deer hair when tying it.

[Online Sunglasses For Fly Fishing.....suggestions?]

I bought a pair of polarized prescription lense glasses fr Hakim Optical, here in Calgary, well below the cost of Maui Jims or Costa glasses, and they seem to work quite well. They have quite a few styles to choose fr too. Not to mention my company's benefits covered the cost too!

[6 Weight Rod And 5 (Or So) Weigth Line]

Hi There,

 

My main rig is a fast action 5 weight rod however, I recently purchased a fast action 6 weight rod for use with larger dries and streamers when fishing, mainly, bull trout. I currently have a Nautilus 5/6 FWX reel with one spool holding Rio Gold 5 weight line (which is truly about a 5.5 weight line) and one spool with 5 weight sinking tip line, which is obviously fairly 'heavy' when casting. In an ideal situation I would like to have 2 more spools outfitted with true 6 weight line however, with what I've got will this work? Will I notice much of a difference in my casting or will it be minimal? I know that, typically, going with a heavier line to a lighter rod (e.g. 6 weight rig to a 5 weight rod) is more ideal but I just want to ensure that I'm not going to be dealing with tangled line nonstop!! Thanks!

[Large Arbor Reel...]

The retrieval is definitely a lot quicker with a large arbor reel. I also find them, more often than not, to be lighter too. I just picked up a Nautilus FWX and to say it is sweet is an understatement.