Guest galsfishtoo Posted January 27, 2011 Share Posted January 27, 2011 Do you consider fishing competitive? I consider it competitive within myself, to improve my skills and knowledge every time I am out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orvisonly Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Is fly fishing a sport? In a word YES...why? Consider… -There is physical exertion to the point of exhaustion -There is a constant struggle to win -There is athletic and acrobatic motion and movements -The biggest and the best champions are often put on a pedestal -There are uniforms and/ or team colors -There is struggle against opposing foes -There is constant competition -There is risk of injury even loss of life -It occurs globally -It has a large following So I put forth that YES Fly Fishing is not only a sport but an EXTREME SPORT …………………………. for the fish. Sex is a sport? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rollyy Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Sex is a sport? Boy I can't wait to see the uniforms for that sport!!!!! lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyfisher Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Indeed, however, the correlation between 'Sport Fisherman/woman(and I'm using the term loosely), and Hunters is somewhat ambiguous, especially when considering the outcome. Sport Fisherman being those who fish for 'sport', rather than sustenance ie. Catch and Release 'Sport' Fisherman. This is not to say that hunters don't also shoot for 'sport', in fact, many Hunters would refer to the act of hunting as 'sport'. The end result, however, for the living entity involved in each of these sports is entirely different; death vs. life (or the hope thereof). Good topic and something to ponder, thoughts? Hmmm, not really ambiguous if one accepts this as a plausible definition of a sportsman, "One who pursues fish and game with deep passion, conviction and respect for his quarry while honoring his heritage, adhering to his guiding principles, yet fostering a sense of fairness and compassion for others with whom he shares the fields and waters.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolman Posted January 28, 2011 Share Posted January 28, 2011 Sex is a sport? Well, well, well... look what the cat dragged in... :Hi jack: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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