Beaverkill, well said!
In fact, it was a fellow Oregonian, who started this post to begin with and, if, re-read.... you'll notice I started out, by commending the man for what he's doing?!
Sorry, I still don't like anything hanging out in front of me, like the rod holder, because when in my bellyboat, on my pontoon boat, ANYTHING is a "line catcher", because of the closeness of coiled line, to your chest.
In standing, wading, situations I'm sure the rod holder would pose no problems, whatsoever and is a great deal handier than the vest style "Velcro and loop" found on most chest packs and vests, made today.
One of the greatest things about these boards, is the opportunity for every member to make his own personal opinion known. Almost, all, (with no need for sarcasm), of the posts I've ever read in these forums have been a learning experience for me, whether or not, I agree with the opinions given.
It appears, that you and I have been throwing the Long Rod about the same number of years, since I started at age 12 and just hit the 57 year mark, a while back. I've learned a great deal, on these boards, (except you have to watch out for "Bob-Plastic Cat-CAMBYSES", & "Medi-Butt Boat-Climber", they're sort of weird), and it's been a lot of fun and very educational, in the things I've yet to learn, from my fellow fly fishers!
Finally, if you're not too far from the Coast and if you haven't been down here yet............. the Sea Runs are now in the rivers in the best numbers, (and sizes!), in probably the past 15 years! :lol: :lol:
("Go Beavers", WHO? I, know the DUCKS, play ball, but who are these "Beavers"??
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