[Highwood And Bow Junction]

Always thought this area was a taboo or off limits at this time of year to allow the spawners a rest before their journey upstream

Logical, right?

[Waterproof Backpack]

Troutfitters has Simms and Fishpond. Roll tops are the safest bet in my opinion, same idea as a dry bag.

[Waterproof Backpack]

Anyone have experience with either the Simms or Patagonia waterproof backpacks? Good or bad. They are pricey but worth it if it keeps everything dry. Thoughts?

I have the Simms Dry Creek hip pack roll top, and it is the same style as their roll top backpack. Really solid bags, I trust it with camera gear and everything that I wouldn't like to put in a normal pack. Super roomy as well.

[Man Cave Rod Find]

Beautiful rod. That feather inlay is pretty neat

[Stripping Streamers]

Airflo Streamer Max Short

[What Are You Tying 2016 Edition]

Articulated or what are they tied on?

They are tied on a 2/0 hook in the back, and 2 fish skull shanks. I believe they were 35 mm.

[What Are You Tying 2016 Edition]

Those are excellent

Thanks!

[What Are You Tying 2016 Edition]

 

Few pike flies from a while ago.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Thanks guys. I went for a switch a couple weeks ago. I have an Echo Classic 11' 6 weight now and an airflo switch float. Hopefully I will get it out soon.

[Large Fishing Net]

Pretty sure you can go and buy a long handle aluminum net at Bass Pro for $20 if you want it for that purpose.

[What Were You Taught? Head Out Of The Water Before Landing?]

The net makes landing and handling a lot easier for both you and the fish. It makes a quick fight and release even faster.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

With all due respect, I'd argue that it's not "harder" to twohand a smaller rod, you just have to expect a little less distance out of it. Mechanics all the same, timing a little different.

If you can sh Spey cast or are a proficient roll caster-someone who understands anchor mechanics, the transition won't be too painful. A few YouTube vids and you're golden.

baemf, I have been assuming you haven't done much two hand stuff to this point. If I'm mistaken, I apologize for rambling.

Good luck with your purchase.

I haven't owned a two hander yet, but have played around with some. I definitely have some good applications for one though. Hopefully I will go ahead and get one soon. Thanks for the info guys, I'll hopefully have some more to share if I go ahead with it.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Sounds perfect. Let us know how you make out.

Will do. Been a such great year on the bow. I'm sure there'll be some bow river rockets this winter to share.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

 

I think what's worth noting is that as small (10.5' to 12') two handed rods get shorter they get more difficult to spey cast. There is really not much difference between a switch or small spey other than length. If you think you might occasionally cast single hand err towards the shorter side. If you are buying just for swinging you might choose something longer. In my experience 11' to 11'6 is a real enjoyable length for a small two hander.

Yes I will primarily be swinging with it anyway . I think Geoff Pieroway has a couple nice 11' switch rods in the shop.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

I have a 10.5 switch 5wt and love it. I originally had it setup with a RIO switch line, which maybe it ok at doing everything. right now I have a compact Skagit line and love it. Spey cast down stream then switch lines and work a nymph rig or large dry dropper upstream.

Thanks for the feedback. I will use it mostly for swinging leeches etc. but want a rod that can toss indicators too.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Thanks for all the feedback Bron and BC. Just wanted an opinion on Spey vs switch. Like I said before I will primarily swing smaller streamers on it but want it to throw indicators too. That being said my single hand rods will still be my first choice for nymphing.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

I nymph with a single hand rod And focus on the first 20-30 feet if water. I know I don't have to throw really far to get into fish or anything like that, I just want the double hand to cover that stuff as sometimes it would be nice to have a longer rod for mending etc. Primary use will be swinging leeches and smaller streamers.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Looking at a 5 or 6. I want something that can cast a nymph rig with little effort.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Thanks for the info. I think the scandi would work well. I don't plan on throwing my big streamers on it anyway. I'm going to see what Pieroway has for a lighter spey or switch.

[Spey Vs Switch For Trout]

Looking at a two hander for the bow to swing leeches and do some nymphing. What are your opinions for a switch vs a spey and what lines are best to do both indicators and swinging wet flies? Thanks for the feedback.

[Salmon/pike Setup]

Loop booster and if you're using it for pike an outbound short or rio pike line.

[Bow Fish Little Water]

Nice fish, nice pictures!