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Yup - that’s the time frame (‘87-‘93) I was a manager in a Cortland Pro Shop - sold dozens (probably more like hundreds) of these - used... -
Economics got me started, and now there is no going back! The genie is out of the bottle! All my rods reels acquired during my post...
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bmoore3 replied to the thread Good rod specs for small streams, native brookies.In my region of Western Maryland, I think it really comes down to personal preference. I have an 8' 2wt graphite rod that I fish with a... -
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This has always been my approach. Unless you're fishing in thick rhododendron patches, more rod length only makes casting, mending, etc... -
bmoore3 replied to the thread How long were you into fly fishing until you started to really figure it out?.Similar to what most people have said-- you never fully figure it out. Some days you believe you could be a guide anywhere in the world...
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GANGGREEN replied to the thread Satisfying ….My brother is friendly with one of the guys at Cortland and I know that he prowls around that river a lot. -
Dear JG63, I used to fish the Tioughnioga River a lot down below Whitney Point where it dropped into the Chenango River. It was...
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Tioughnioga River has some pretty nice water too - I used to drive by on my way to skiing Greek Peak - though I’ve never fished it - a...
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TimMurphy replied to the thread Satisfying ….Dear JG63, I used to fish the Tioughnioga River a lot down below Whitney Point where it dropped into the Chenango River. It was... -
Tim: I fish real (new) silk lines and can't say enough good things about Otter Butter. It contains NO silicone which can cause...
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JG63 replied to the thread Satisfying ….Tioughnioga River has some pretty nice water too - I used to drive by on my way to skiing Greek Peak - though I’ve never fished it - a... -
yeah, that two dollar "allowance" every two weeks from my dad's teacher's salary had me living high off the hog and getting the help to...
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JG63 replied to the thread Satisfying ….There was no track to begin with - ergo NO derailment - I appreciate good discussion and valid viewpoints for all things “feeshin’” -...
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Apologies @JG63 for derailing your thread. Hadn't meant to do that.
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When it comes to the small parts and innards of reels in general, I'm not good at all. Big stuff, yeah I can usually deal with it. Is... -
JJeffK replied to the thread Good rod specs for small streams, native brookies.Often for short casts many people go a weight or 2 higher than the rod is rated to load properly. Tuna can reel is fine. Don't need...
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[WR] replied to the thread Satisfying ….Apologies @JG63 for derailing your thread. Hadn't meant to do that.
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I've broken one fly rod in my life while fishing, and it just happened a few weeks ago. Otherwise, my gear lasts and lasts it seems...
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I bought my first fishing rod & reel NEW with money earned by cutting lawns and doing other yard work. I went shopping AFTER I had...
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JG63 replied to the thread Satisfying ….Amen bruddah!
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Funny thing about earning your money as a kid rather than being given an allowance on that silver spoon in the mouth; it usually makes...
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Dear JG63, Your first line says it well. There was a time when I was always updating gear and buying new rods and reels but honestly...
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I used to drive through Cortland, NY pretty frequently and sadly, I wasn't nearly as interested in fly fishing then as I am now, but now...
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I started out with old gear gifted to me. Lots of things passed through hands and I never held on to them. I think once we get done...
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:alien: We’re ready!
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I started out with old gear gifted to me. Lots of things passed through hands and I never held on to them. I think once we get done...
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jifigz replied to the thread Satisfying ….I've broken one fly rod in my life while fishing, and it just happened a few weeks ago. Otherwise, my gear lasts and lasts it seems... -
Funny thing about earning your money as a kid rather than being given an allowance on that silver spoon in the mouth; it usually makes... -
bmoore3 replied to the thread Favorite Hopper Patterns.Chubbies in wild colors seem produce well out there, as well as Hippie Stompers. Also had a few knock around a Morrish Hopper a bit.
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Morrish hoppers or any similar stocky foam hopper with prominent legs. Tan is the only color you really need. You said you wanted...
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bmoore3 replied to the thread Lower Savage River, MD.Savage drainage is one of my home waters, and I frequent it at times when pressure isn't as bad. ( and the fishing isn't normally as...
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bmoore3 replied to the thread Flying with Floatant.I just got back from the Bozeman area a few weeks ago-- I carried on both ways with Dilly Wax in a Ziplock sandwich bag inside my...
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i have flown with it many, many times. TSA does not care about much beyond bombs and guns. Just keep it under their liquid limit.
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Ppoopdeck replied to the thread Warm Water Hatch.Fallfish
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Byeah, that two dollar "allowance" every two weeks from my dad's teacher's salary had me living high off the hog and getting the help to...
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Ppoopdeck replied to the thread Favorite Hopper Patterns.Charlie boy hopper. Easy quick tie.
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tomgamber replied to the thread Satisfying ….yeah, that two dollar "allowance" every two weeks from my dad's teacher's salary had me living high off the hog and getting the help to... -
hooker-of-men replied to the thread What Are You Tying Today? 2026.There is just a crystal flash (in this case black) tail under the foam. Otherwise, you've got it: 1) thread base and flash tail 2) tie... -
SBecker replied to the thread Warm Water Hatch.this is correct -
It’s Flying ant time and they have been around, very difficult to see on the water but trout (and other fish) love em’
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Funny thing about earning your money as a kid rather than being given an allowance on that silver spoon in the mouth; it usually makes...
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MMike replied to the thread Satisfying ….Funny thing about earning your money as a kid rather than being given an allowance on that silver spoon in the mouth; it usually makes...
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TimMurphy replied to the thread Satisfying ….Dear JG63, Your first line says it well. There was a time when I was always updating gear and buying new rods and reels but honestly...
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i have two virgins... check out the price -
To put a new 444SL on a 35+ year old Cortland LTD 100 - I’ve used LOTS of equipment over the years and while some brands are better than...
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Drifly replied to the thread Warm Water Hatch.It’s Flying ant time and they have been around, very difficult to see on the water but trout (and other fish) love em’ -
GANGGREEN replied to the thread Satisfying ….I used to drive through Cortland, NY pretty frequently and sadly, I wasn't nearly as interested in fly fishing then as I am now, but now...
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PennKev replied to the thread Favorite Hopper Patterns.Morrish hoppers or any similar stocky foam hopper with prominent legs. Tan is the only color you really need. You said you wanted... -
POkay Boomer. I still miss the five cent Baby Ruth bars, $4.98 LPs, 45s for $1.29 and being afraid to buy a prophylactic from a woman...
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PSo, is fishing old, proven, gear a trend these days, or is it a matter of economics for many of us ?
