drshoal Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 The sole purpose of this survey is to determine the specific fly fishing rod configuration that a general cross-section of the fly fishing community would use in their own, personal applications. The names, email addresses of the respondents will NOT be used in any way, other than to identify the survey response and to chose a draw prize winner. The overall results of the survey will assist a Canadian company to build and supply to the market, a better fly rod product and perhaps, identify a product that may have been omitted by fly rod manufacturers. **All of those persons completing the survey below will have their name entered in a draw for a Fly Combo. The winner will be given a choice of models. **TO SUBMIT THIS SURVEY & ENTER YOUR NAME AND EMAIL ADDRESS FOR THE DRAW PRIZE: **COPY AND PASTE THE COMPLETED SURVEY IN AN EMAIL AND SEND TO: FlyRodSurvey@gmail.com thank you for you time, effort and knowledge in completing this survey. NAME:_______________________________________________________ AGE:________ PROVINCE/STATE OF RESIDENCE:____________________________ YEARS OF FLY FISHING EXPERIENCE?:___________ WHERE DO YOU FLY FISH?: LARGE LAKES_____ SALTWATER_____ STILLWATERS_____ STREAMS_____ RIVERS______ OTHER(Please specify)_______________________________ FLY RODS: HOW MANY "REGULARLY USED RODS" DO YOU OWN?:_________________(This information will NOT be relayed to any other member of your family !) REGULARLY USED FLY ROD CONFIGURATIONS: LINE WEIGHT # OF PIECES LENGTH ACTION(M-moderate) (MF-mod-fast) (F-fast) -___________ _______ ________ _____ -___________ ______ ________ _____ -__________ ______ ________ _____ -__________ ______ ________ _____ -__________ ______ ________ _____ -__________ _______ ________ _____ -__________ _______ ________ _____ -__________ ______ ________ _____ -__________ ______ ________ _____ IF you had the opportunity to have THE ULTIMATE FLY ROD built for you, what would be the configuration? Line Weight: _________ # of Pieces:______ Length:_________ Action:_________ Additional notes: Thank You Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrisD Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 How fast can they build my prize winning rod? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverDoctor Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 God, I'm tired just looking at the survey. It doesn't make sense to me as I use a number of rods for different fishing situations including lake stream and variations of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flytyer Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Who is this survey for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggp Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Hmmmm! Just call me more than just a little skeptical on this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penask Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 The survey was originally posted by Jack Shaw over at the Fly BC website and is legit. http://www.flybc.ca/forum/index.php?showtopic=13628 http://www.amundson.ca/home.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drshoal Posted January 8, 2009 Author Share Posted January 8, 2009 Thank you Penask. Yes, we are working with Jack Simpson on conducting this survey. Input is desired, specifically from Western Canadian anglers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Hey guys: I'm Jack, and the author of the survey. And yes, it is legit. I recently took a position with a Canadian fishing equipment manufacturer, headquartered/warehouse(and owner lives) in Burnaby, BC. I am tasked with developing fly fishing products for the Canadian, U.S and European market. The online survey on as many cooperating forums as possible, was my brainwave. The concept is to ask real fly fishers what they would like to have in their hands if they could choose their fly rod. No promo, no spam, no BS. I would simply like to know, if you could pick just one(and as a guy who owns 20+ fly rods, for 10 different fishing situations and a backup for each, I really do know what that question entails), what it would be. I would like to know if the market is meeting the requirements of flyfishers and if not, then just maybe the manufacturer that I am involved with could do something constructive about it. Intro: Just for everyone's info, I am Director of Marketing and Product Development for Amundson Fly Fishing. Been chucking feathers for almost 25 years, mostly wave the stick over the incredibly productive trout stillwaters of the Cariboo/Chilcotin, in BC, but I have been known to skulk along the Elk River, Crowsnest, Highwood, Bow, and some special creeks off the Forestry Trunk Road that are tribs of the Old Man. Been tying and creating patterns for about 15 years, building fly rods for 10 years. Retired early so I could do more fly fishing. (Accepted the "Director" thing because it provided an opportunity to play with and create some cool stuff!). We really do appreciate the crew here for their support and look forward to doing some product testing and reviews when the water gets a bit softer. We have received almost a hundred responses so far, from two web forums(FlyBC.ca and WesternSportfishing.ca). A very high percentage are concise, specific and very articulate and very much appreciated. Appreciate your input and thank you for your time and the sharing of your knowledge. j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloom Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Watch out Jack...too much time designing fly rods means less time fishing. Let me know when you want to test those designs out though and we'll hook up in the Kootneys again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tungsten Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Hi Jack welcome to FFC.I'd say if you could build something close to a Z axis 9' 5wt with a fighting but that can be removed ,1 year warranty for 250$ you would have a winner. I know I'm probably dreaming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Watch out Jack...too much time designing fly rods means less time fishing. Let me know when you want to test those designs out though and we'll hook up in the Kootneys again. Hey Bloom! I knew you'd be here! Just now planning another trip. Going to have to drag you a tad further West this time, want to spend a day or two on the Granby? I will contact you by email a little later in the winter. Want to send a couple of prototypes out for your critical evaluation. My rule is, once the water gets soft, work gets put away! So I have to get as many people involved as possible, so I can compile and get it done before ice-off. regards j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Hi Jack welcome to FFC.I'd say if you could build something close to a Z axis 9' 5wt with a fighting but that can be removed ,1 year warranty for 250$ you would have a winner. I know I'm probably dreaming. Thanks, Tung: Actually my first "co-op" design was prototyped, tested and approved late last fall, and the first 200 units were produced last week. Can't spill the beans just yet, as the introduction will not be until March 6th at the Fraser Valley Boat & Sportsmen's Show. There will be a couple of these new rods being test flown in Edmonton and Calgary/Lethbridge, shortly after that. I can tell you that it will be a 5wt, fast action, lifetime warranty and retail at $250 or less. Full details when it's time. Promise. j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Fiberglass jack we need more fiberglass flyrods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Fiberglass jack we need more fiberglass flyrods Noooo, I have two, that's enough. j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hydropsyche Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 WHERE DO YOU FLY FISH?: LARGE LAKES_____ SALTWATER_____ STILLWATERS__x___ STREAMS__x___ RIVERS___x___ FLY RODS: HOW MANY "REGULARLY USED RODS" DO YOU OWN?:__3__ (This information will NOT be relayed to any other member of your family !) REGULARLY USED FLY ROD CONFIGURATIONS: LINE WEIGHT # OF PIECES LENGTH ACTION(M-moderate) (MF-mod-fast) (F-fast) -_____6______ ____4___ ____9____ ___MF (DanCraft Sig V) -_____3______ ___4___ _____8.5___ ___Uber Fast (DanCraft FT) -_____1_____ ___2___ _____7___ ___MF (DanCraft Sig III) Obviously, I like DanCraft. IF you had the opportunity to have THE ULTIMATE FLY ROD built for you, what would be the configuration? Line Weight: ____3_____ # of Pieces:___3___ Length:____10ft_____ Action:____MF_____ Additional notes: 3wt because I like light rods. 3 piece because I think 4 might be too much and 2 is too little (big when broken down), 10ft for nymphing and flicking ability, plus it would help when sitting in a toon, MF for casting and fighting feel. I believe a rod doesn't have to be heavy to land big fish, as long as I can trust it won't break on me. If I'm into a big honker, I just have to make sure I don't put too much bend in the rod and make sure I use butt to land it. So to me, this would be the rod I would use for most fishing situations I find myself in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Noooo, I have two, that's enough. j I now own 7, 2 yrs ago none, neat rods in shorter lengths (under 8ft) Hardy, Scott, TFO, Lamiglass, Tom Morgan, Dave Redington are currently producing glass rods and/or blanks. bit of an ignored niche market. Only rods I'm willing to spend big bucks on after 40+ of fishing will be fiberglass and or bamboo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I'm totally ignorant of the new fiberglass stuff. I have two that were built in the mid-'60s. My Lamiglas spey is graphite(the old Mike Maxwell taper 5/7wt). Gawwwwd ! All I need is another distraction! I must pick your brain about those rods when I'm done with my latest three simultaneous projects! I'll bug you after March the 9th. j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pythagoras Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I'd like a rod somewhere near 4km long. With precise precision. It has to be able to fold up into my hand and weigh less that 3oz. Something at home drifting $4.00 worth of feathers and silk delicately across a spot of water as well as hucking $6.00 worth of deer hair, hackle and lead onto the far bank. I want a rod with character...like Joe Pecicci in Good Fellas. I want a rod that is able to, at my command, either become a walkie talkie or a police baton. I want a rod that buzzes like a light saber. I want a rod with 640 gigs of memory. I want a rod with free nights and weekends. I want a rod that loves me for me. I want a rod that has a stealth mode. I want a rod with build in GPS and cupholders. I want the rod Batman would use if Batman needed to flyfish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brunsie Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 :Hi jack: Aw Jeez, Simpson found our sight. Welcome Jack BK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Mornin' Brunsie ! Yeah, you could only fly under the radar for so long! j Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teck71 Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 I'd like a rod somewhere near 4km long. With precise precision. It has to be able to fold up into my hand and weigh less that 3oz. Something at home drifting $4.00 worth of feathers and silk delicately across a spot of water as well as hucking $6.00 worth of deer hair, hackle and lead onto the far bank. I want a rod with character...like Joe Pecicci in Good Fellas. I want a rod that is able to, at my command, either become a walkie talkie or a police baton. I want a rod that buzzes like a light saber. I want a rod with 640 gigs of memory. I want a rod with free nights and weekends. I want a rod that loves me for me. I want a rod that has a stealth mode. I want a rod with build in GPS and cupholders. I want the rod Batman would use if Batman needed to flyfish. LoL Yeah that the rod I need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolman Posted January 9, 2009 Share Posted January 9, 2009 Batman fishes with a two hander...it's true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowbiker Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 Batman fishes with a two hander...it's true. Hey Greg, I thought for sure Batman used a "SWITCH ROD"!!! Happy New Year, Dick Seymour Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smitty Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 I'd like a rod somewhere near 4km long. With precise precision. It has to be able to fold up into my hand and weigh less that 3oz. Something at home drifting $4.00 worth of feathers and silk delicately across a spot of water as well as hucking $6.00 worth of deer hair, hackle and lead onto the far bank. I want a rod with character...like Joe Pecicci in Good Fellas. I want a rod that is able to, at my command, either become a walkie talkie or a police baton. I want a rod that buzzes like a light saber. I want a rod with 640 gigs of memory. I want a rod with free nights and weekends. I want a rod that loves me for me. I want a rod that has a stealth mode. I want a rod with build in GPS and cupholders. I want the rod Batman would use if Batman needed to flyfish. I want all of the above plus a rod that ships with one (I'm not greedy, or choosy) of the following: Catherine Zeta Jones, Nicole Kidman, or Jessica Alba. Naturally, they help net the fish and snap pics. Sorry for the continued highjack, I couldn't resist. Smitty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jack Posted January 10, 2009 Share Posted January 10, 2009 I'd like a rod somewhere near 4km long.Check With precise precision.Check It has to be able to fold up into my hand and weigh less that 3oz.Check Something at home drifting $4.00 worth of feathers and silk delicately across a spot of water as well as hucking $6.00 worth of deer hair, hackle and lead onto the far bank.Check I want a rod with character...like Joe Pecicci in Good Fellas.Sorry, how about Mell Gibson in "Brave Heart" ? I want a rod that is able to, at my command, either become a walkie talkie or a police baton.Why not BOTH ? I want a rod that buzzes like a light saber.That's a hum, not a buzz, you're thinking of something else. I want a rod with 640 gigs of memory.Is 1028 gb OK? I want a rod with free nights and weekends.Sorry, they don't swing that way. I want a rod that loves me for me.Just as soon as we find out exactly what you are. I want a rod that has a stealth mode.Check I want a rod with build in GPS and cupholders.You want the cupholders to balance or counter balance ? I want the rod Batman would use if Batman needed to flyfish.This IS the rod Batman uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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