Fly Fishing Gear Basics
Posted in fly fishing gear, flyfishing gear by admin on November 10th, 2008
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What gear do you need to get started Fly-Fishing?FlyFishing Gear
Posted in fly fishing gear, flyfishing gear by admin on October 1st, 2008
The term “fly fishing gear” can be used to refer to a lot of parts of your fly fishing supplies. In this article, we’ll discuss various pieces of fly fishing gear that are important to have on hand. You already know you need a rod and reel, but there’s so much more involved in your flyfishing gear.
Of course, you’ll need to have a variety of flies to use as bait for the fish. Flies are meant to mimic the look and movement of a fish’s natural food source. Some fish prefer different flies, and when you use what they are used to eating, your chances are better of landing a bite. Keep several different types of flies close at hand so you can choose the right fly for the specific fish you are angling for.
You will also need to have several different weights of lines so you can switch them out if you find yourself in waters with larger fish. Of course, your fly rod has a lot to do with what line to use, but if you have an 8 nwt rod and are finding some 10 pound fish, go ahead and switch to a 10 nwt line to increase your chances of winning a fight with that prize-winning trout.
Part of your flyfishing gear includes what you wear while fishing. You’ll need to have a good pair of waders so you can keep dry while going after your fish. Pick a pair of waders that will meet your fishing situation. Chest high waders are usually a good choice because they allow you to wade in all depths of water.
You will also need a fishing vest with lots of pockets that will hold your flies, line, and other pieces of gear. The pockets should fasten with Velcro so that you have easy access to what you need. You don’t want to be on the water and realize you need a different fly only to miss out on a passing school of fish because you were fumbling with your pockets.
A good pair of fishing pliers is almost a necessity. Many rivers and streams are exclusively catch and release water. That means that once you catch the fish, you need to let it go. This helps propagate the population and promote healthy fishing at all times. You will want an easy way to get the hook out of the fish’s mouth without causing harm to its body. Fishing pliers are designed to do just that.
Finally, your fly fishing gear should include a waterproof camera. If you are lucky enough to land a whopper, you’ll want to document it as part of your prize!
When you get your flyfishing gear, things can eventually get out of hand. Many fly fishermen have an abundance of gear with the possibility that they might need something specific in a certain situation. That’s just fine, but the essentials that are listed above are a good start!
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Leatherman Multi-tool
An almost priceless item in any fisherman’s flyfishing gear collection is the Leatherman Multi-tool. Far more versatile than the well known Swiss Army knife,
Here is a review I came across talking about the “New Wave:”
The difference between a Leatherman and a cheap imitator is huge. Steel quality is measurably better, and tolerances are smaller, so your pliers really grip and your wire cutters really cut. I liked the screwdriver bit size, really slotted in tight on Phillips and slot screws.
Consider, though, that it’s a massive tool, so it’s reaches the limit (and good arguments are made for exceeding the limit) of usable size and weight, but if you wanted a tool for the work truck or to hang off your work belt “just in case”, this and a flashlight are definitely the best “just in case” tools you can own. It does come with a belt case, and the keyring is large enough to take a decent carabiner for clipping onto a belt or a work area for use.
A good fisherman’s vest should nicely accomodate this tool, even through it is hefty.
Here is a list of all the features of the Leatherman 830039 New Wave Multitool with Leather Sheath:
Multitool Capabilities:
- Needlenose pliers
- Regular pliers
- Wire cutters
- Hard-wire cutters
- Clip-point knife
- Serrated knife
- Saw
- Scissors
- Wood/metal file
- Diamond-coated file
- Large bit driver
- Small bit driver
- Large screwdriver
- Ruler (8 inches)
- Bottle/can opener
- Wire stripper
- Lanyard attachment
- Two double-ended bits
Key Tech Specs:
- Length closed: 4 inches
- Length open: 6.3 inches
- 100 percent stainless steel blades and tools
In addition, Leatherman offers a 25 year guarantee. I’m sure the cheaper substitutes can’t come close on quality.
You can purchase your Leatherman Multi-tool from Amazon.
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Fly Fishing Equipment : Fly Fishing Reel Parts
Posted in flyfishing gear by admin on November 17th, 2008
What are the parts of reels in fly fishing? Learn about fly fishing gear, supplies, and other equipment in this free video.
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Tags: accessory, equipment, fishing, flies, fly, fly fishing gear, flyfishing gear, gear, lures, poles, reels, rods, supplies, tackle, trips
Fly Fishing Equipment : Fly Fishing Rods
Posted in flyfishing gear by admin on November 7th, 2008
Types of rods for fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing gear, supplies, and other equipment in this free video.
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Tags: fly fishing gear, fly fishing rods, fly fishing supplies, flyfishing gear, flyfishing rods
Fly Fishing Equipment : Fly Fishing Lines
Posted in flyfishing gear by admin on November 5th, 2008
Options for different fly fishing lines. Learn about fly fishing gear, supplies, and other equipment in this free video.
Duration : 0:1:24
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Fly Fishing Equipment : Attaching Fly Fishing Reels to Rods
How to attach a reel to a rod in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing gear, supplies, and other equipment in this free video.
Duration : 0:1:49
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Fly Fishing with A. K. Book
Posted in fly fishing gear by admin on November 2nd, 2008
This book covers gear and tackle, fly selection, casting, setting the hook, playing and releasing the fish, float fishing Insight into a wealth of fishing experience from one of the most well-known fly fishers in the sport today Illustrations by Dave Hall and photos by John Gierach Through his accounts on the water, author A. K. Best shares his lifetime of fly-fishing experience. “I have always thought that going fly fishing simply meant that you drove to the stream, strung up your rod, tied on a fly, looked for a rising trout, and then cast to it until you caught it. It does work out that way sometimes and it’s a lot of fun. But other times, it gets a little more complicated and that’s even more fun.” It’s these complications that A. K. deals with, untangles, and explains in his first book devoted to fishing. About the Author: A. K. Best is author of Production Fly Tying, A. K.’s Fly Box and Advanced Fly Tying. A professional fly tier, he lives in Boulder, Colorado. Review: “The luckiest fishermen I know all had mentors. A. K. had the legendary and elusive Koke Winter; I had A. K. What he taught me-mostly by example over decades of fishing and traveling together-was the workmanlike attention to detail it takes to catch fish, as well as the good-hearted humor it takes to be okay when you don’t. This book was written in that spirit. The tactics, techniques, and opinions here are immanently practical. They don’t reflect hours of thinking about fishing, but decades of actual fishing, in hundreds of rivers in all kinds of conditions from good to bad to indifferent. This is a fishing book by a guy who really knows how to catch fish.” -John Gierach
