cgyguy

I have an 2004 F150 with 205 km on it and love the truck! I wouldn't be too worried about the mileage if: 1) it has a great maintenance history 2) that you take it in and have it checked over thoroughly by a certified mechanic 3) you are planning on keeping the truck for a long time as you will be adding more mileage to the unit as you drive it. My tank holds 130 liters and will go just over 800 kms with that. Highway mileage is good, not usre what, but I can drive to Windermere BC and back to Calgary and still have about 3/'8ths of a tank left. Good luck! Cgyguy

Werthers a way, theres a shuttle!!

I seem to recall that at one time, there were two different shuttle companies??? Seems to me that was quite a long time ago, but if my old memory serves me correct, one of the companies either merged with BRS or vice versa, or got out of the business. Anyhoo, the price has definetely gone up over the years for a shuttle. I remember around the 35 buck mark in the past for some reason.... I have used BRS many times, and although they are a bit pricey in my books, with that said, they do a wonderful job at promoting flyfishing, giving back to the industry, and have always been very professional, courteous, and dependable. My 2 cents worth, cgy

Douchebag??? Junk??? Pathetic?? Stupid?? Nice read........

AGREED. LESSON LEARNED (VERY WELL)

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Just sold my Clackacraft this year to a fellow flyfisherman. Used the boat on the Bow for years and had a lot of enjoyent out of her. Will provide lots more smiles and memorable days for it's new owner. Reason I sold is because I am getting older, have bursitis in my elbow, and have trouble rowing with it these days. So, decided to buy a Zodiac with a 30 hp pump (jet) on the back. It is all new to me as I have never owned a boat like this before. My reasoning for buying is: bursitis, age, can get on the water and off without a shuttle service, or if a storm is fast approaching, and do not have to dedicate a whole day on the river if needing to head home early. Also,will be using it in places where the drift boats have for most part gone through already, or fishing far below where they would get to later in the day. I have heard many complaints about jet boats on the Bow and I have also been known to share in that frustration, especially when the driver of that boat does not respect others on the water . My first commitment is NOT to upset anyone while passing by, I will follow all laws, I will stay clear of your area you are fishing, I will be friendly, and will be available if an emergency were to arise and someone needed help on the water. I will also be there to assist anyone in need of anything at all, and will try to be respectful of others especially when moving. If you need anything, just wave! I do note however, that if the boat is up on plane, it is very difficult to slow down to a crawl everytime I pass another boat, but i will do my very best not to interrupt your day. I am not sure if the perception of a Zodiac with a pump on the back is that of the much talked about Jet Boats, but I am sure there are some people that would put it in the same category. My boat is grey with a blue Yamaha 30 on the back, with a steering console. You will not see me everyday on the Bow, but as an avid flyfiherman, and a member of this board, I just wanted to let you know that I will do my very best not to be that bad *(&^ in the Zodiac!~! I look forward to fishing the Bow in the new craft, if I ever upset any of you, please send me a pm and I will try to make it right. Sincerely, cgyguy

Great post Rickr! Heading up to Windermere this afternoon, and will be fishing lakes up the Westside Road next week. May get out and try some of that $40.00 water but sounds like it was a bit slow for you so not sure. All the ame though, beautiful country, and a great place to visit. Thanks again for the well done post! Cgyguy

Why would you give attitude for deciding to pay more than what you went in there for? Missing the point there? I would have to say that for me, BPS is last on my list for service. However, I have been treated very well at Wholesale, and Fish Tales. I have for the most part, always been given great service. Also, first time visit to Southbow yesterday, and upon informing Mike I was a first time customer, and was looking for a few flies to try out on my day off down at Police. He showed my numerous flies, talked about what he seen was working, made some great recommendations, and I caught a few fish as a result of some great advice. If you are reading this Mike, thanks for extending your hand to me, it was nice meeting you. I too, think that, if you come in to a store with a bad mood, you will most likely get treated the same way you are portraying yourself. Aside from BPS, I think we have it pretty good here with the fly stores. Cgy

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Yeah - just broke my Sage VT2 on Saturday! Maybe we can do a mass mailout at Fishtales?

Got Michelle's email this am about the boat launches for both Johnsons and Legacy. I am a little confused though, are the boat launches open or just accessible but not able to put in or take out? Looking to float the lower Bow tomorrow and wondering if anyone has put in yet or taken out at either of these locations?

Hi Don. Just to follow up. I went to Autimarine and bought TWO boston valves for the caddis. They were super friendly, and I am once again able to float in the caddis without my arse dragging on the bottom of the lake. Thanks!

Even if you call the local city police, they will ensure the message is sent to the Officers who patrol the Inner City waterways. Might even see a high speed chase!

Thanks for the hlp everyone! Muchly appreciated!

I have a Caddis Float tube and somehow have lost the Boston valve that keeps the air in the bladder to make the boat float. I cannot locate any of these : valves, either in store or on line. Any helpful advice is much appreciated. Thanks cgyguy

Not sure if they store in the summer months, but have heard that Southbow has stored boats in the past.

I was fishing a pothole lake last week, and snagged onto what I thought was weeds or a big stick. To my surprise I was hooked on to yellow fly line. As I pulled the line closer, I was able to take hold of the line by hand and then yarded in a fly rod, and reel!!! The reel is a Marquis #6 with the bottom of the reel saying "Made by Hardy Bros Ltd. England. For the most part it is intact, just a little rusty from being in the water. Wondering if anyone can tell me any info on this find?? Not sure if this is an expensive style reel or what? Any information would be much appreciated! Cheers Cgyguy

Hey Rick Item #6 and #30a have been paid as of today! Great Cause - keep up the good work!

$50 on 29 please

$40.00 on 30a please

$35 on 29 please

Last year, I reported some poachers in FCP and the CO told me at that time, that I could" be up for a reward, as they apparently do a draw at the end of each month, and the winner gets the financial reward and the rest get the satisfaction that we did our part towards a better fishery!

Wow! You must have short legs! And personally, I would not fish WITHOUT a wading belt. I have been in for a swim a time or two before and if not for a wading belt, those waders had filled up, i could have drowned. I totally disagree with using bboats on the Bow. You need to be prepared for an emergency, plan for it, and think about the what if's?. If anything, please think about a wading belt for your waders if you ARE seriously thinking about doing this. Safest regards!

Well done! I caught a couple poachers there last year as well. I can't understand how brave they can be? I'm sure they ALL know the rules and it is not an excuse if you don't. One thing that is good, at least when they are in FCP, is the response time by F&G is usually really fast. Maybe the fines need to stiffer versus the risk?