RE: [VFB] Roll call
Still here, lurking. Haven't had much to say! George Vincent Maryland -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Neville Gosling Sent: Sunday, August 12, 2012 11:08 AM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Roll call Here! but I'd rather be fishin' Neville (Nev) Gosling Greater Vancouver BC Canada -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Anyone familar with a Universal #2 vice
Looks like an old Herter's vice, but I believe the Herter's vice was red with a black knob and shaft. George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jimi AKA Desert Eagle Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2012 6:20 PM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com; Don Ordes; Conranch; Anthony Spezio Cc: Desert Eagle Subject: [VFB] Anyone familar with a Universal #2 vice Just received one of these and know nothing about them. Was told it was a rare antique, so as it may be? Jimi -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] summer time swap
I would also be interested. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J Mck Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 12:09 PM To: Fly Box Subject: [VFB] summer time swap I'm thinking about hosting a 2012 Summertime Hopper Fly Swap. Is there any interest? Also if it makes we will tye one extra to donate to a silent auction for Children's Hospital in Little Rock. Jerry McKaughan P.O. Box 85 Pottsville, AR 72858 www.caddisflyfishers.org -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Mark Martin Midge
What works for me is NO strike indicator. I use a modified Czech / European nymphing technique. The Zebra midge is my "GO TO" fly. George V _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Spezio Sent: Sunday, April 29, 2012 8:10 AM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Mark Martin Midge Nev, I have never mastered the art of fishing these Chironomid flies. I have a fishing partner that is a wiz at it. I don't know if you met him when you was here, his name is Dean. He can catch 10 trout to my one even though I use his flies. I just am not comfortable fishing a strike indicator (Bobber) Tony From: Neville Gosling To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 28, 2012 7:36 PM Subject: [VFB] Mark Martin Midge Hi Chuck: I'm sure it would work. Chironomid fishing is quite an art and can be extremely frustrating. There are many times when I have caught nothing and other times when the fish obliged. I don't claim to be very good at it. I am going to a lake that I have never fished or even seen before, but it has a reputation for good chironomid fishing in the early part of the season. The water is very clear and the drop-off from the shoals can be steep and very deep. A 50 foot anchor line is considered to be too short. Normally, the fish are in the shallower water after ice out however we are talking using a floating line and 20 - 25 foot leaders. Some people use self releasing strike indicators, but this does not appeal to me. When the fish are deep, some people just use a sinking line and cast out a measured amount so that the chironomid fly is a foot to 18 inches off the bottom and just leave it there, moving it occasionally. This can be in 40 feet of water. Apparently, takes can be so violent that rods have been pulled overboard. For me, the biggest problem is finding the fish and the second biggest problem is finding the fly they will take. This is why I am going down in size. Neville (Nev) Gosling On 2012-04-28, at 5:11 PM, Chuck Alexander wrote: Here's my "Mark Martin Midge" I tied in his "Go Army" colors when he drove for the Army and I meistered a NASCAR swap, but this fly pattern would probably work for ya, Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Collapsibe Eye Needles
I use G-U-M Eez-Thru Floss Threaders, 25 ea$3.29 Floss Threaders available at drugstores and WalMart. A package of 25 is about $3. They are used by people with braces to get the floss between all the metal hardware in their mouths. I have had a package for several years and have given many away to others in need of a threader at tying events. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Neville Gosling Sent: Wednesday, April 18, 2012 2:15 PM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Collapsibe Eye Needles Another alternative is to purchase a collapsible eye needle from Michaels and solder to a suitable handle or similar tool. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Jimmy D & Sowbug
Jimmy, this sounds like a good time to sit, contemplate and finish the companion volume to "Moon Holler Misfits." I have been anxiously waiting for the second volume since 2004! George Vincent BTW, I still have the key fob on my key chain from the 2002 VFB Retiree Swap. _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jimmy D. Moore Sent: Friday, March 23, 2012 1:38 PM To: Virtual Fly Box Subject: [VFB] Jimmy D & Sowbug There's been some discussion among my fly tying friends as to why I missed Sowbug this year. There are several reasons: I just turned 75 and Jody won't let me make long trips alone. Allan offered to fly down and ride up with me, but I wouldn't hear of that, although it places him at the top of my Best Friend list. :-) Secondly, My feet and ankles have deterioriated to the point that when I go to Walmart or the grocery, I grab one of those instore electric scooters. I can walk, but lots of pain afterwards. Thirdly, my lower left back gives me hell. I go to the Chiropractor once a week. He straightens me out and I'm good for the week, but always do something Dumb to throw it out again. Like unloading hay for Calico or putting Christmas boxes up high on storage shelves. Doesn't hurt to play golf, but if I swing too hard, I fall on my butt. :-[ Lastly, I have a tremor problem with my hands. My doc says it's not Parkinsons, thank the Lord. He called it Essential Tremor. He said an essential tremor, is one that comes on gradually, with no known cause. Told me that some types of essential hand tremors are hereditary. My Mom had them as did her father. Never seemed to really bother them. Good news is that they do not indicate a serious condition, but they sure can be frustrating, especially when tying flies. In general, they don't appear when my hand is at rest and are more obvious if my hand is held in a position that is uncomfortable, or if I get frustrated. Kind of wringing of the hands, but I've always done that. Funny thing about it is that when the tremor comes, I can "think" stop and it will stop. Doc was amazed at this and said he'd never seen it before. I can also keep the tremor from coming on just by thinking it away, like when I'm tying flies. But still hard to concentrate on two things at once. ;-) Bueno Rises. JIMMY D ><º> * JIMMY D. MOORE, ARS WB5RHT,author Moon Holler Misfits Fishing & Hunting Club, Member, TOWA, Past VP Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, North Zone Fishing Editor Emeritus, Texas Fish & Game Magazine, Virtual Fly Box & Fly Fishing World Moderator, Scout Exec. Boy Scouts of America, Retired http://bigtroutman.tripod.com/index.html * <º>< *** -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Antron Question???
It is definitely poly yarn. Looks exactly like what I have from Hook and Hackle and the price is right. Antron is a little more expensive and Zelon is pricier still. I use it for spent wings and parachute posts. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chuck Alexander Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2012 12:02 AM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com; fly fishing for panfish Subject: [VFB] Antron Question??? Folks: I have a question?? I have been using this material I have several "cards" of on a fly (pic attached) I have been experimenting with, and I thought the material is antron, but now I'm not so sure. I bought it on sale several years ago for about 3 cards for a dollar, and as you can see, it's not marked, and I have forgotten exactly what it's called. Is it actually antron?? Or something totally different?? It makes great dragonfly wings etc as you can see. Thanks a lot, Chuck Please see our fly fishing hand made furled leaders at: http://shop.ebay.com/merchant/you_wear_it_well_W0QQ_nkwZQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZQQ _ipgZ -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Home made dubbing question, Proportions
Just straighten out a paper clip and leave a curve on one end. Makes a simple easy to use dubbing loop tool. Or use a cup hook threaded into a small brass door knob. George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Robert Morger Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 12:29 PM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Home made dubbing question, Proportions any suggestion on a good dubbing loop tool? On 2/28/12, Robert Morger wrote: > I have used it in a loop but I don't really favor that technique > mainly cause I don't have a dubbing loop tool and am too lazy to make > one 8^) > > On 2/28/12, Rick Zieger wrote: >> Have you thought about putting it in a dubbing loop or making a >> dubbing brush with it? >> >> Rick >> >> >> >> From: Robert Morger >> To: "vfb-mail@googlegroups.com" ; >> flyfishingandflytyingforpanfish >> >> Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2012 10:15 AM >> Subject: [VFB] Home made dubbing question, Proportions >> >> I made up a bunch of dubbing recently using about 50% poly yarn and >> 40% rabbit fur or mink fur (Guard hairs intact) and 10% shiny stuff, >> the colors came out nice but the mix is a bear to get to cling to the >> thread. >> >> So my question is how much underfur to coarse or synthetic mix >> should be blended to make a mix that wraps well on the thread? >> >> >> - >> " Americans can always be counted on to do the right thing - After >> they have exhausted all other possibilities. " >> --Winston Churchill >> Robert Morger >> Central Texas >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" >> group. >> >> To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To >> unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en >> >> VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com >> >> -- >> You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" >> group. >> >> To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To >> unsubscribe from this group, send email to >> vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com >> For more options, visit this group at >> http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en >> >> VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com > > > -- > " Americans can always be counted on to do the right thing - After > they have exhausted all other possibilities. " > --Winston Churchill > Robert Morger > Central Texas > -- " Americans can always be counted on to do the right thing - After they have exhausted all other possibilities. " --Winston Churchill Robert Morger Central Texas -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Other types of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do you still have?
Wayne, why keep the bait casting gear? when you can always put garden hackle or a minnow on a hook using a fly rod and have the best of both worlds! George V. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Other types of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do you still have?
Wayne, why keep the bait casting gear? when you can always put garden hackle or a minnow on a hook using a fly rod and have the best of both worlds! George V. _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] Sent: Saturday, January 28, 2012 10:16 AM To: Digest Recipients Subject: [VFB] Digest for vfb-mail@googlegroups.com - 15 Messages in 6 Topics Today's Topic Summary Group: http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail/topics * Other types <> of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do you still have? [7 Updates] * Dangit - VFB <> posts not coming through. See below [1 Update] * QUOTE FOR <> THE DAY 1/27/12 [1 Update] * Testing <> again [1 Update] * test <> [1 Update] * For VFBers <> who fish in bear country... [4 Updates] Other types of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do <http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail/t/812661948bdcdd97> you still have? Wayne Blake-Hedges Jan 27 04:28PM -0800 Hi All; Just curious do most people in this group use only fly fishing gear? If your a convert, did you keep your other gear or dispose of it? I just started selling off my baitcasting gear but will probably keep some of it. Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android Michael Bliss Jan 27 03:07PM -1000 When I started flyfishing I never wanted to go back so all of mine is gone. On Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 2:28 PM, Wayne Blake-Hedges -- Mike Bliss Aloha from Hawaii "The Smiths" Jan 27 09:09PM -0500 I do keep a couple of spinning rod for kids. all of my personal gear is fly fishing and has been for the last 60 years. Gary S - Original Message - From: Wayne Blake-Hedges To: virtual flybox Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 7:28 PM Subject: [VFB] RE: Other types of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do you still have? Hi All; Just curious do most people in this group use only fly fishing gear? If your a convert, did you keep your other gear or dispose of it? I just started selling off my baitcasting gear but will probably keep some of it. Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com Jack Lehman Jan 27 08:13PM -0600 Flies aren't always the best way to approach a fish. I'm probably 80-20 flies. Deep water, heavy surf, bait, winds are just some of the reasons to slide to the darkside. jack Austin On 1/27/2012 6:28 PM, Wayne Blake-Hedges wrote: Jan 27 09:33PM -0500 still have all of my spinning gear, and use it on occasion, prob 10-15 %. Would never get rid of it... Ron "Chuck Alexander" Jan 27 10:10PM -0600 I kept a cpl of heavy rod and reel combos for TRYING to catch some of the HUGE catfish in the rivers here, but never do use them. I bet the line is probably rotted on them by now, Chuck - Original Message - From: Wayne Blake-Hedges To: virtual flybox Sent: Friday, January 27, 2012 6:28 PM Subject: [VFB] RE: Other types of fishing besides fly fishing and how much gear do you still have? Hi All; Just curious do most people in this group use only fly fishing gear? If your a convert, did you keep your other gear or dispose of it? I just started selling off my baitcasting gear but will probably keep some of it. Sent from Yahoo! Mail on Android -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2012.0.1901 / Virus Database: 2109/4768 - Release Date: 01/26/12 "J Balmer" Jan 27 10:39PM -0600 I go on a long weekend trip w/ a couple of friends of mine each spring & fall, & w/ three people in a boat, shorter rods are required. I use a baitcasting reel to troll crankbaits & an ultralight rig for inline spinners on 4 lb mono for those trips, otherwise I use fly gear. I've kept all my "standard" fly fishing gear for friends & kids to use where fly rods are difficult to cast. From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Michael Bliss Sent: Friday, Jan
[VFB] Head Cement
Bob, I either use Hard as Nails as head cement or Minwax Polycrylic Water Based Protective Finish which dries clear. I bought an 8 oz can and I have had it for years. It never dries out and I would be glad to share some with you at next weeks tying class. Just bring a small empty bottle. George V. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Digest for vfb-mail@googlegroups.com - 7 Messages in 3 Topics
WD-40 George V -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Re: Mayfly Vise
Where can I see a picture of the Bach vise and get more information about it? George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Don Ordes Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 18:31 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Mayfly Vise How well does it hold the hook? Will the hook bend bfore it moves? DonO - Original Message - From: "Rene Zillmann" To: Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 3:42 PM Subject: Re: [VFB] Rope-dub swappers list- patterns- update Hi, it is Fed Bach's Mayfly vise, great vise for the money. Got it today and I'm impressed. Excellent access at the hook's bend, smooth rotary function, and an excellent bobbin rest. I'll use it for the next swap, I don't expect it to replace my Regal (different concept), but nice for traveling, it has got already its place in the living room, where I ty in the evenings. And the price is really a deal. No affiliation, for sure. Just satisfied customer. Rene Neville Gosling wrote: > Joe: > So for those of us who just need to know, what vise is it? > > Neville (Nev) Gosling > Greater Vancouver, > B.C. Canada > > > > *From:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] *On Behalf Of *Joseph Fusco, Sr. > *Sent:* April 9, 2010 6:13 AM > *To:* vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [VFB] Rope-dub swappers list- patterns- update > > *Rene -* > ** > *Been tying on the new vise since SowBug. I think it is every bit > as good to tie on as my Danvise and my Griffith. It will probably > become my prederred travel vise. > > -- > Joe Fusco, Sr. > Member of The Missouri Trout Fishermen's Association, The > International Brotherhood of the Flymph and The Virtual Fly Box > > REMEMBER CANCER IS A WORD NOT A SENTENCE > > Reply to: **jfusc...@gmail.com* <mailto:jfusc...@gmail.com> > > On Wed, Apr 7, 2010 at 12:48 PM, Rene Zillmann > mailto:rene.zillm...@t-online.de>> wrote: > > Hi Don, > thanks for merging the swaps. > I haven't decided yet on the pattern. I'm waiting for a new > vise from > Tony's friend, and while testing the vise I will try some things. > I plan to ty a streamer pattern, but this depends if I my > hands are > doing what my mind says. Do I have a mind... ?? > Rene > > Don Ordes wrote: > > > > 1. Don Ordes- Soft-hackle fly > > > > 2. J. Balmer > > > > 3. Martin Westbeek > > > > 4. Ashley Strutt- seals fur mayfly dry flies > > > > 5. Reuven Segal > > > > 6. Jimi Gensling > > > > 7. Chuck Alexander > > > > 8. Rene Zillman > > > > 9. Mike Bliss > > > > 10. Nick Runarsson > > > > 11. Peggy Brenner > > > > 12. Joe Fusco, Sr.- Diving Caddis Soft Hackle > > > > 13. Larry Johnson > > > > 14. Rick Zieger- something with peacock herl > > > > 15. Jack Lehman-softshell crawfish > > > > 16. Jerry McKaughhan -#20 bead-head case caddis > > > > 17. Neville Gosling- bead-head case caddis size 22 > > > > 18. Pat Harnish > > > > 19. Keith Passant > > > > 20. Gary Webb- Pink Squirrel > > > > -- > > You received this message because you are subscribed to the > "VFB Mail" > > group. > > > > To post to this group, send email to > vfb-mail@googlegroups.com <mailto:vfb-mail@googlegroups.com> > > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > > vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com > <mailto:vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com> > > For more options, visit this group at > > http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en > > > > VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at > http://www.linesend.com <http://www.linesend.com/> > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the > "VFB Mail" group. > > To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com > <mailto:vfb-m
RE: [VFB] Vises
Even though I am a big fan of Thompson vises, this model never appealed to me. They had a nice line of accessories, however, they were designed only for the Cobra and the investment was more than I cared to make. George _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Spezio Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2010 11:39 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [VFB] Vises Now I remember seeing it, the name did not ring a bell. Scares me just looking at ti. Tony --- On Thu, 2/11/10, George Vincent wrote: From: George Vincent Subject: RE: [VFB] Vises To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Date: Thursday, February 11, 2010, 8:49 AM The Vosseler certainly looks like it used a design developed by Thompson as the Cobra Vise. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Martin Westbeek Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 19:02 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Vises The Vosseler is a great example of the fact that a vise is highly personal. Some like it; I did not care for at all. Two pair of jaws... why? No weight in the base, but a suction cup instead, which just does not work on many surfaces, and results in an extremely wobbly vise. Well, *that* really sucks ;-) Mart -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com<>
RE: [VFB] Vises
Tony, if you have the chance to get the Orvis Baetis vise, go for it, they are rare as hens teeth. I bought mine at an Orvis surplus sale and it had a broken jaw so I got it for a great price. It was quite expensive when new from Orvis as most of their merchandise is. I had an extra set of Thompson jaws both regular and midge that a machinist friend shorten for me and they work like a charm. Lucky that I had the broken Orvis jaw to use as a pattern. Unfortunately, he has since passed away. As you can probably tell, I am a big fan of Thompson vises and was very disappointed when they went out of business, although I think that there is a group of old employees that are trying to resurrect the production of some of the models. The vise that I recommend to new tyers is the HMH either Standard or Spartan models. They are made in Maine and the craftsmanship is superb and the service is super. George From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Spezio Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2010 11:47 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Vises One of the guys in our tying group offered to trade his Orvis Baetis vise for my Norlander. We will be tying this afternoon and he will make the offer again. I would like to add it to my collection but I want to keep my Norlander. We had an Orvis Outlet store in Mtn. Home. I missed out on that vise, he was in the outlet store that morning and I went in that afternoon. It went for 50.00 Tony -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Vises
The Vosseler certainly looks like it used a design developed by Thompson as the Cobra Vise. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Martin Westbeek Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 19:02 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Vises The Vosseler is a great example of the fact that a vise is highly personal. Some like it; I did not care for at all. Two pair of jaws... why? No weight in the base, but a suction cup instead, which just does not work on many surfaces, and results in an extremely wobbly vise. Well, *that* really sucks ;-) Mart -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com<>
RE: [VFB] A New Fly and Technique
Actually that is not quite true, Pennsylvania requires that "fishing be done with artificial flies and streamers constructed of natural or synthetic materials, so long as all flies are constructed in a normal fashion on a single hook with components wound on or about the hook. Anything other than these items is prohibited." page 12 2009 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary Steelhead flies are a perfect example, e.g. crystal meth. My steelhead fly box hasn't got one fly made of natural materials. George Vincent -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] A New Fly and Technique
Actually that is not quite true, Pennsylvania requires that "fishing be done with artificial flies and streamers constructed of natural or synthetic materials, so long as all flies are constructed in a normal fashion on a single hook with components wound on or about the hook. Anything other than these items is prohibited." page 12 2009 Pennsylvania Fishing Summary Steelhead flies are a perfect example, e.g. crystal meth. My steelhead fly box hasn't got one fly made of natural materials. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of The Smiths Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2010 10:22 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] A New Fly and Technique It might not not pass the test of being a fly here in Penna. The Penna code requires that most of the fly must be made of natural materials. Not man made rubber or plastics. Gary S. - Original Message - From: Wes Wada <mailto:w...@wadaworks.com> To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 09, 2010 9:04 AM Subject: Re: [VFB] A New Fly and Technique It also resembles a lot of the bass bugs used on a fly rod. :) The fly is tied for initial use at Davis Lake in the Oregon Cascades. This is a fishery that used be prime for big rainbows until illegally planted largemouths took over. There are bucketmouths there in the 6-7 pound range, and the fly fishers are intent to remove as many as possible (losing cause). The frog will see a lot of action starting in April. re: Mike Bliss's question. The big rainbows at Sugar Creek Ranch can be enticed by a popper fly, but that is half the size of these bugs. Not sure what reaction I will get until these are fished this season. It might help to scale them down in size. The three green frogs are literally the first three taken to a finished state in this project. Wes On Tue, Feb 9, 2010 at 3:24 AM, Joyce Westphal wrote: I don't think I'd call this a fly. I'd call it a synthetic lure as it resembles many of the bass bugs I use on a spinning rod. Joyce On Mon, Feb 8, 2010 at 8:01 PM, Michael Bliss wrote: Wes, These look great but the real question is have you fished them and have they caught those big trout you shared with us on-line? Mike On Mon, Feb 8, 2010 at 4:57 PM, Wes Wada wrote: Hi You All, I mentioned in a previous post that I have been very busy and involved with fly tying. For the last year and a half, I've developed a style and technique of tying using kids' modeling "clay" -- Crayola brand's Model Magic -- as a basis for new fly patterns. These have included an October Caddis pupa, a Field Cricket, and a Dragonfly Nymph. Attached are the first three Green Frogs, in the order that they were created. Materials are: white moldable foam, polypropylene yarn, rubber legs, and various flash materials. Coloring is acrylic paint and art marker. The eyes are created with fabric paint. All of this is mounted on a large stinger hook. The space behind the eye of the hook is where a new type of weed guard will be tied in. There are a good number of ideas going into this fly. The frog's legs are springy and hold their shape, and you can make the shapes surprisingly fast. The legs are shaped with a simple jig I've invented. The body length, not including the legs, is 2 inches. The fly is lightweight, a tenth of an ounce. I've developed a technique that solidly anchors the hook in the hardened foam. That's been battled tested. I make about five frogs at a time, mass producing all the parts. Assembly is very quick. The bodies are all quite similar, as they are all made at the same time, using the same tools. The basic shape is still "in progress". The variety of legs possible is a heap of fun. Coloring can take as long as you want. These are early prototypes, so I didn't spend a whole lot of time coloring them, maybe three minutes each. Green Frog is the name of a common pond frog. These are hand-held digital photos. I will be redoing the shots later with studio equipment. Also, the fly is still evolving, and who knows what it will be like or look like in a month or two. Hope you enjoy seeing some new stuff. I've sure enjoyed the puttering around... Wes Wada Bend, Oregon -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- Mike Bliss Aloha from Hawaii -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe
RE: [VFB] Tying Small Flies...
OK, this is definitely for me. Count me in PLEASE! George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of haerb...@comcast.net Sent: Monday, January 04, 2010 11:01 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] Tying Small Flies... ahh come on, let's do a#28, #30 or #32 swap, if somebody will host a small number of tyers(10 or less) I'll tye BobH - Original Message - From: "J Balmer" To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, January 4, 2010 9:28:13 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: RE: [VFB] Tying Small Flies... 16 & 14 aren't small, try a 22J From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chuck Alexander Sent: Sunday, January 03, 2010 9:35 PM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com; fly fishing for panfish Subject: [VFB] Tying Small Flies... Folks: I have a question on tying flies smaller than , say, a size 16. Or a size 14 in some cases. Like, how do you get all the materials tied into (or onto LOL) a Royal Wolff)??I have been reading as much as I can about bluegill fly fishing and fly tying,.and I was just reading about tying foam ants, and it said NOT to tie bluegill flies too small as the bluegill has a strong sucking power for insects that drop onto the surface of the water and they'd even take a size 28 in a foam ant and would hurt themselves as they'd swallow a fly that small all the way down their throat. So, it said to go to a bigger fly. like a size 18 or a 20. Well, I can barely even see a size 18 or 20 hook, even with my reading glasses on, much less tie a fly on one. Does anybody here tie flies regularly in a size 18 or smaller??? If so, what is your secret?? Thanks, Chuck -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Fly Fishing stuff for Christmas
Received one fishing related item, a book by Art Lee "Tying and Fishing the Riffling Hitch." Hopefully, it will increase my productivity on the steelhead and salmon streams ;)) George Vincent -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Snow storm back east
We just finished getting 20 inches of snow in Bowie, Maryland. It set a record for a December snowfall. We will start digging out today. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Sunday, December 20, 2009 01:11 To: VFB-new Subject: RE: [VFB] Snow storm back east We have half an inch of snow in north of England, cars are sticking out of hedges, police say not to travel, black ice now, I love it iain _ From: desert-tr...@hotmail.com To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Snow storm back east Date: Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:09:07 -0800 We just went thru a severe storm last week here in the west. We received 18" here at the Sierra Base and above 5000' they received 2-6 ft and more of snow. Now we are battling frozen fog, ice and cold wind. Water pipes are freezing all over the place. <http://www.linesend.com> _ View your other email accounts from your Hotmail inbox. Add them <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/186394592/direct/01/> now. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] Thanks for your Help - Rivers Survey
Nice job Jimmy, it was fun to look back over my fishing log. There are a few I had almost forgotten that I fished and seeing the list reminds me of many that I still have to fish. I, for one, appreciate your effort. George V _ From: Jimmy D. Moore [mailto:ray...@earthlink.net] Sent: Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:46 To: Virtual Fly Box; Fly Fishing World Subject: [VFB] Thanks for your Help - Rivers Survey Just want to say thank you to the 41 of you who participated in the Rivers survey. Putting it together wasn't an easy task, but it was fun and I sure learned a lot about our trout rivers/streams. If you'd like a copy, let me know. It's in Word doc. format, so you should be able to open it without any problem. Lemme Know. JIMMY D ><º> ** JIMMY D. MOORE, Amateur Radio Station WB5RHT Moon Holler Misfits Fishing & Hunting Club, author Past VP Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, Member TOWA, North Zone Fishing Editor Emeritus,Texas Fish & Game Magazine, Scout Exec. BSA, Retired Website - http://bigtroutman.tripod.com/index.html * <º>< -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] RIVERS WE'VE FISHED
Maryland - Lower and Upper *Savage River, *Casselman River, Youghingheny River, North Branch of the Potomac River, Town Creek, *Beaver Creek, *Big Hunting Creek, Fishing Creek, Owens Creek, Gunpowder River, Morgan Run, Middle Patuxent River, Chesapeake Bay and its Tributaries (South River, West River, Potomac River) West Virginia - *North Branch of the Potomac River Pennsylvania - *Spring Creek, Spruce Creek, *Yellow Breeches, LeTort Spring Run, Clarks Creek, Laurel Hill Creek, Penns Creek, Lake Erie tributaries (*Elk Creek, 16 Mile Creek, 20 Mile Creek), Little Lehigh River, Tulpehocken Creek New Jersey - *South Branch of the Raritan New York - *Battenkill near Shushen, Beaverkill, Connetquot River Vermont - Mettawee River, Battenkill River (below Manchester to NY State Line), Roaring Brook, Mad Tom Brook Montana - Yellowstone River, Soda Butte Creek, *Slough Creek, *Blacktail Deer Creek, Pebble Creek Virginia - Chesapeake Bay and tributary (Rappahanock River) PEI Canada - *West River, *Dunk River, Morell River, Wilmont River, Mill River, Trout River George E. Vincent Bowie, Maryland Member Potomac Patuxent Trout Unlimited and Free State Fly Fishers -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
RE: [VFB] re: help with spider type flies
Joe, what issue, the latest I received was the Autumn issue. George _ From: Joseph Fusco, Sr. [mailto:jfusc...@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 20:49 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] re: help with spider type flies Joyce - The latest FLY TYER magazine has an artticle on tying a classic spider. -- Joe Fusco, Sr. Member of The Missouri Trout Fishermen's Association, The International Brotherhood of the Flymph and The Virtual Fly Box REMEMBER CANCER IS A WORD NOT A SENTENCE Reply to: jfusc...@gmail.com On Sat, Nov 28, 2009 at 6:49 PM, Joyce Westphal wrote: I've been requested to tie some Spider flies..I need to know where the body starts..should it be over the barb or the point. If you tie these flies, or know how it should be done, kindly inform. Inquiring minds want to know and tie them correctly. Any tying hints are also welcome. Joyce -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com
[VFB] Re: Reeling left-handed
Jimmy, I know we have had this discussion on this list before. I do it the same as you, that is cast with my right arm and switch to my left when I catch a fish to reel it in. This is the way that I was taught and the way that fly rods and reels were set up to be used by right-handed people at least back in the 50s when I learned to fly fish. BTW this is also the way that Lefty Kreh says that it should be done, because you are using your dominant hand to do the work. I don't know when they started teaching right-handed people to cast with the right and reel with the left, but as far as I am concerned they are wrong. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jimmy D. Moore Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 12:09 To: Virtual Fly Box; Fly Fishing World; Hill Coountry Fly Fishers Subject: [VFB] Reeling left-handed I'm right-handed and I've always reeled right handed after changing the rod from right hand to left I know that in the time it takes to change the rod from right hand to left hand has cost me a fish or two, but try as I may, I just can't get the hang of reeling left-handed. I've had this trouble with my bait casting reel but it doesn't seem to affect how quick I strike at a bass. I've sat at my tying bench with a reel attached to a reel seat held the handle in my right hand and reeled left-handed until I'm blue in the face. After about 5 minutes, reeling left-handed seems natural, BUT . . . . when I get on the stream and a fish takes, I fall back into the switching rod from right to left hand and then reeling with my right hand. I'll try doubly hard to reel left-handed on the next fish, but even if I don't make the switch, my reeling is an uncoordinated jerky motion. Maybe I've just got a mental block. Any suggestions will be appreciated. JIMMY D --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Digital Camera Comparative Site.... VERY MUCH ON TOPIC
I have been using an Pentax Optio W10 Waterproof camera for the past 2 years and couldn't be happier. It has a slim design large viewing screen and fits nicely in my shirt pocket, vest, or waist pack. I have take underwater photos and it has gotten wet without fear of damage. Best of all it is simple to use. George Vincent --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Christmas Fly Swap
Iain, add my name to the list. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Monday, November 02, 2009 14:25 To: VFB-new; Chris Broomell; Chris Broomell; Deb Duran Subject: [VFB] Christmas Fly Swap Christmas Fly Swap Simple - you only tie one fly and send me the digital photo of it. I will put it on both my photobucket and flickr photo sites in a dedicated christmas fly swap album. I will post the web addresses so everyone can see the flies. no money, no posting flies, just tie one and email the photo with instructions to me Any fly as long as you can photograph it but must contain dear hair 1. Iain 2. 3. 4. 5. _ New Windows 7: Simplify what you do everyday. Find the right PC <http://www.microsoft.com/uk/windows/buy/> for you. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Wet Fly Swaps 1 & 2
No problem here. George _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Saturday, October 31, 2009 23:27 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] Wet Fly Swaps 1 & 2 Hi Guys We have a postal dispute/strike here with 100.000.000 undelivered letters back loged. Unless Everyone is desperate to get the flies back I was intending to wait for the last packet to arrive. Iain _ Chat to your friends for free on selected mobiles. Learn <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/174426567/direct/01/> more. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: peggy's swap
Peggy, please add me to the second swap as well as the first. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Peggy Brenner Sent: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 19:06 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: peggy's swap When I get home from Conclave I'm gong to put together a second group for the Catskill swap, you will be in it as well as Rene. I'm using the hotel computers and they are very slow andnot all mail get's sent Peggy On Wed, Jul 29, 2009 at 11:10 AM, jim hodson wrote: Hi, If anybody has Peggy's e-mail could you please post for me. I've been incognito for awhile and would like to join her Catskills swap if there is still room. Thanks, Jim Hodson -- Peggy Brenner --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: question
Check out the new Chota Roc-Loc Wading boot WW-500T http://chotooutdoorgear.net/shop/product_info.php?cPath=21_23 <http://chotooutdoorgear.net/shop/product_info.php?cPath=21_23&products_id=8 8> &products_id=88 Speed lacing that is effortless, leather uppers, rubber sole with replaceable studs. Extremely comfortable. I can hike and stand all day in comfort. But, I must agree the rubber soles do not have the same grip as felt, but it is close. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J McK Sent: Tuesday, July 28, 2009 14:41 To: Fly Swap Subject: [VFB] question I'm needing a new pair of wading boots, I have a pair of hodgman bantam that the felt is coming off after 10 years. My question is what should I look for now that felt my be eliminated. Jerry McKaughan,President Caddis Fly Fishing Club P O Box 85 Pottsville, AR 72858 _ Windows LiveT SkyDriveT: Store, access, and share your photos. See <http://windowslive.com/Online/SkyDrive?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_CS_SD_photos_07200 9> how. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: New Swap Catskill tradition Dry
Add my name to the list. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Peggy Brenner Sent: Saturday, July 25, 2009 10:06 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] New Swap Catskill tradition Dry And let's try our luck in the path Mary Dette and all the famous Catskill Dry Tyers laid for us with a swap, room for 10 and not due till December. And to keep it a real stretch of our skills let's try for small dries, 16 and under, all levels of tyers. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 -- Peggy Brenner --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Recipe Peacock and Bronze
Tony, the photos would be much appreciated. George _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Anthony Spezio Sent: Monday, July 13, 2009 12:08 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Recipe Peacock and Bronze Can send the Step by step in photos if requested. I tied this fly about 12 years ago and did well on it, but as I started using other flies, I kind of let this one sit in my fly box. I started using it again last year and have been doing real well on it. I have caught Trout, Bluegills and Smallnouth bass with it. I tie them with and without weight and fish it without an indicator. I just don't use indicators. Tying the P&B. this is a real simple fly to tie with basically two materials plus the hook and thread. It was originally tied with Ginger Tinsel Chenille , now using the Copper Tinsel Chenille I use for the Chili Pepper. Hook:Scud Hook: 10-14 Weight: As Desired or none Thread:: 8/0 Fire Orange Tail: Two or Three Strands of Peacock Herl Body: Copper Tinsel Chenille, Ginger can also be used Shell Back: Two or Three strands of Peacock Herl Twisted Head: Fire Orange thread Antenna: Two strands of Peacock Herl. If using weight, wrap the hook with lead wire as desired. Secure the wire with the Fire Orange thread. Bring the thread fwd and tie in the strands of Peacock Herl over the hook shank. Tie in behind the hook eye leaving enough space for final tying off and the head. Leave the Herl ends beyond the hook bend for the tail. Fold the Herl back and over wrap to the hook bend, bring the thread back to the hook eye. Tie in the body Chenille the full length of the body wrapping down the bend a bit to give the body a bit of a curve. You will be tying over the top of the folded Herl. Bring the thread fwd to the tie off point. Wrap the body and tie off at the hook eye. Raise the tag ends of the Herl and twist them together to form a rope. Pull the "rope" over the top of the body and tie off behind the hook eye, do not cut herl yet.. This forms the Shell Back. Tie off and form a definite Fire Orange Collor and head. Whip Finish. Clip off the Herl at the bend to form a short tail and at the hook eye to form short Antennas. Not really necessary but I clip off one of the three antenna strands so there are only two. I fish this fly dead drift with a twitch till the swing. After the swing, I let it come to the surface and twitch it a bit. Fishing one without weight, it will just drift just below the surface. I have had a lot of violent strikes on this fly. Tony --- On Sun, 7/12/09, Anthony Spezio wrote: From: Anthony Spezio Subject: [VFB] Re: Crooked Creek again To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Date: Sunday, July 12, 2009, 10:04 PM Don, It is one of my flies. Late now, will post Recipe tomorrow. Tony --- On Sun, 7/12/09, DonO wrote: From: DonO Subject: [VFB] Re: Crooked Creek again To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Date: Sunday, July 12, 2009, 7:31 PM Tony, Can't Google up this Peacock and Bronze. Does it have another name, or did you invent it? And why did you not use a Chili-pepper? Curious minds... DOnO - Original Message - From: Anthony Spezio To: flyfishingandflytyingforpanf...@yahoogroups.com Cc: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2009 4:08 PM Subject: [VFB] Crooked Creek again Had a couple of visitors today and they wanted to fish a bit, The White is still running all 8 units so that was out. We headed for Crooked Creek this afternoon even though it was real hot and muggy from the shower we had this morning. It was overcast when we left but the sun broke through by the time we got on the Creek.One of the visitors had not fly fished before so I worked with him getting set up. I gave both of them a Peacock and Bronze and tied on on myself. I stayed with the new fly fisher till he finally caught a nice Longear. I moved up to the first riffle and was catching some hand size Longear Bluegills. The colors on them were so bright. Just below the first riffle I caught one of the largest Goggle Eye I have ever caught. It looked like a football. Further up the creek I caught several Rock Bass and several large Roach, Funny about the Roach, they take the fly as soon as it hits the water. When I see a boil when the fly hits the water, I know it is a Roach. Got one small Smallmouth in that section. Took my newbee up to the hole that was real good last Wednesday, it was full of fish again. I tried to get him to cast in a couple of spots but he was having difficulty casting I hated to see this but he finally gave up and headed down the creek. I took over the hole and took 15 Gills from it. Most were hand size Gills. When they quit at that hole, I headed up to the next riffle. Caught a few nice Gills there and another Rock Bass. Then I hooked into something like a rocket. It came out of the water and I saw it was a real good size Small mouth. He came out of the water the second time with a
[VFB] Re: count your blessings
Joyce, for the most part I can echo your comments, however, we did not have a tractor and the property size was much smaller. All the uncles and cousins dug the gardens by hand using garden forks and shovels, but the vegetables were just as tasty, The fruit trees provided jams and jellies canned by all the aunts. The chickens provided eggs and many enjoyable dinners. The outhouse was sometimes to far to go. but we made the trek. The wood stove in the outside kitchen backed many fine apple pies. The grape arbor provided wine. The grass was cut by hand pushed reel mowers and coal was carried to the furnace in the kitchen. Oh the joys of my youth, I remember them well. The fishing was only a bicycle ride away with no thought of predators interrupting our ride. The first steak I had was at a banquet in college and when they put the prime rib in front of me, I felt guilty because it was enough for a whole family! George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joyce Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 08:35 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: count your blessings I feel I must comment. As one who grew up with no electricity, no running water..that is,unless we ran up the hill with the bucket to the house, dirt road with the last two miles non-graveled, I had a wonderful childhood. Mine was a rural farm where, we had a 2 acre garden, 5 acre potato patch, same for sweet corn, raised our own melons and had chickens, eggs, fresh pork and beef. I grew up eating better than much of the rest of the world. We worked hard, had a house with worn out linoleum floors but knew how to work, raise our own food and had much love in our family. We had a lake 20 rods from the house and plenty of fresh fish..mother loved to fish and taught the kids. So, yes, they may be poor, we were, but there was no violence, no worry about gang shootings, never a worry about where our next meal was coming from. We sold eggs and cream which meant we also knew how to care for dairy as well as beef cattle. We used horses as well as a tractor, so we knew equine ways as well as how to gap spark plugs. In short, this was an idyllic place for me, and I'd not trade my "third world" upbringing for anything. We had the knowledge that though we were poor, we were loved and self sufficient. Joyce --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: 4-july
Iain, you must have the wrong date, Canada was July 1st. Aren't they still a British protectorate? Here in the States we celebrate our Independence on the 4th of July. As far as I know all the Tory's went North ;)) George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Saturday, July 04, 2009 15:32 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] 4-july Hi All Happy 4th of July to our colonists in the the Americas. iain ( in England ) _ Beyond Hotmail - see what else you can do with Windows Live. Find out <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/134665375/direct/01/> more. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Canada Day
Happy Canada Day Fête du Canada To all above the lower 48 George Vincent --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Wading experience...
Nick, this is the reason that I use one of those address labels received in the mail overlaid with scotch tape on each fly box. Hopefully, if found by another fisherman it may be returned to me. Without a label it is merely a gift for the finder. Sometimes the box - Wheatley - is worth more than the flies. Glad you survived the dunking and didn't break the rod. When I take a tumble, I am always more concerned for the rod than my body. If you are a wading fly fisherman, it is not a matter of "if" you are going to take a fall, but "when." Sooner or later we all suffer the indignity, I just hate the embarrassment! George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Niclas Runarsson Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 16:26 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Wading experience... I have just come home from a nice week of grayling fishing in the northern Swedish river Hårkan... with a wading experience richer. The only "wader dip" I had before this was in White River 2006. That one must have been in the America's Funniest Home Videos league. Tony can testify on that. Water that's hardly moving... barely one foot deep... with a gravel bottom flat as a pancake... stumble on virtually nothing and landing on my chest. This time the water was waist deep though and pushing quite hard. The bottom was rocky and far from wading friendly (and I had been close to fall several times during the week). It wasn't a "without wading stick" place (at least not to me, who is a careful dude). I heard the sound of a fish rising to my left and when I quickly turned my head to see where it was I felt a sligtht sign of losing balance. So I took a little step backwards... maybe 5-6"... slipped and fell backwards... and suddenly I was under the water. After fighting a couple of seconds I managed to turn around so I had my toes facing the stones and when I got a grip between the stones the stream towards my chest "helped" me to get up again. I turned to get up from the water and in the very next step I slipped again and fell face down. This time it didn't come as the same shock kind of thing as the first fall and I was able to actually THINK about how to get up, so I got back up standing without major problem. I looked down and was going to reach for my wading stick and saw that the left pocket in my chest pack was empty... just as empty as the left big vest pocket. Downstream I saw three boxes getting smaller... a big compartment/slit foam box with dry flies, a slit foam box (swing leaf) of the same size with nymphs and another slit foam box with soft hackle flies. I had packed my boxes with flies before this trip, so there were more than a couple of flies disappearing there... and instincts took over. I started to run downstream (as fast as you can, jumping on rocks with water up to your waist). The water got deeper though and when it reached just below my chest I stumbled and fell again. I had just reached the boxes, but at the same time I also reached a hole where it suddenly got much deeper. Trying to stand up again wasn't on the menu anymore and I started to swim. Swimming with the rod in one hand and 'catching' all three boxes was impossible. I knew that much. So I started to hit them one by one to get them upstream and closer to land. Then I swam a bit towards land myself until they reached me and it was time for the next "hit/swim" move again. After a couple of times repeating this I was at a depth where I could stand up again and just collecting the boxes coming towards me... and finally focus on leaving the water. The night before this I had landed my (by far) largest grayling after a long fight on a #3 rod and in fast moving water,,, but I still think this was the took the prize as the "adventure of the trip". How I actually managed to salvage all three boxes and the rod (and myself) is beyond me. I must have had Him on my side. But you can't have anything. Back in the wind shelter we sat by the fire and I had changed into some reserve clothing and my wading jacket that I didn't wore when I fell. My soaking wet fleece sweater was hanging on a nail on the wall... right above my opened backpack. The water was dripping RIGHT down in the pocket where I kept the cellphone... and that was the end of his adventure. :oP So, what have I learned from this trip? *Be careful where you put your feet in the water. (I already knew that, so it was more of a reminder.) But keep your pockets closed. Careful or not... eventually you will still fall. Having given the extra second to close the pocket after putting the box back down can turn out to be worth both the time and the effort. *When you have fallen, gotten up and are sitting there happy over still being alive and not having lost anything... it doesn't have to be over. Luck can tu
[VFB] Re: QFTD
I for one stopped using a strike indicator years ago. However, I often use a dry fly with a dropper to accomplish much the same thing. I have also tied a monofilament loop in front of the hook eye when first starting to tie a dry fly and this allows the dry fly to be adjusted up and down the leader much the same as a strike indicator. In many instances the trout will take the dry. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Joseph Fusco, Sr. Sent: Saturday, June 27, 2009 09:11 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: QFTD For those of us who find fishing without an indicator in moving water to be much more productive, that is an arguable point. However, I will admit that fishing in still water with a fly or small jig suspended below an indicator (bobber, cork, etc.) can often be most productive. -- Joe Fusco, Sr. Member of The Missouri Trout Fishermen's Association, The International Brotherhood of the Flymph and The Virtual Fly Box REMEMBER CANCER IS A WORD NOT A SENTENCE Reply to: <mailto:jfusc...@gmail.com> jfusc...@gmail.com On Sat, Jun 27, 2009 at 7:40 AM, Rick Zieger wrote: "Indicators not only improve your ability to detect strikes, they also add control and versaltiltiy to your streamer setups." Brent Postal July/Aug 2009 "American Angler" Rick --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: FIRST Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap
Iain, I will be sending two separate "Altoid" tins in the same envelope each clearly labeled "First" or "Second" Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap. Are you sure that $3 is enough to cover return postage for both tins? Should the outside of my manila envelop be labeled "Fishing Flies"? Or will this cause concern to customs? George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Thursday, June 25, 2009 15:00 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] FIRST Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap FIRST Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap Tie Eleven traditional winged wet flies. Sized for trout. BUT NOT STREAMERS ! Due end august Send your flies, with 3 US dollars postage to Iain Short, 29 Rothesay Terrace, Bedlington, Northumbria, NE225PT ENGLAND First set to arrive gets a prize. Please name your pattern ... 1. John Bennett - 2. George Vincent - Grizzly King 3. Garry Smith - Pink Lady 4. Iain Short - Black & Orange 5. Don Ordes - 6. Ashley Strut - Cock Robin 7. Thomas Eckert - Connemara Black 8. David Masson - 9. Walter Shockley - Teal Blue & Silver 10. Neville Gosling - Mallard & Claret 11. Rene Zillmann - Invicta _ Beyond Hotmail - see what else you can do with Windows Live. Find out <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/134665375/direct/01/> more. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: SECOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap
Ian, I am going to tie a Teal and Green for the Second Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Monday, June 22, 2009 23:52 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] SECOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap SECOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap There ONE place left - any Takers If anyone entered in the first swap wants to enter both you only pay postage once. If entering both swaps dress Different fly's for each swap please. Limit is TEN entry's max ! Tie ten flies, toe tag them, send them to me by the end of august. enclose 3 US dollars for return postage iain short, 29 Rothesay Terrace, Bedlington, Northumbria, NE225PT. ENGLAND All flies must be clearly marked second swap ! Name your fly 1. Deb Duran - 2. Jim Phillips - 3. Iain Short - 4. Mark Romero - Mallard and Claret 5. Garry Smith - Grizzly King 6. Reuven Segal - 7. Rene Zillmann - 8. George Vincent - 9. David Mason - 10. _ View your Twitter and Flickr updates from one place - Learn <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/137984870/direct/01/> more! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: FIRST traditional winged wet fly Swap
Ian, I am going to tie a Grizzly King for the First Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Monday, June 22, 2009 23:54 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] FIRST traditional winged wet fly Swap FIRST traditional winged wet fly Swap Tie Eleven traditional winged wet flies. Sized for trout. BUT NOT STREAMERS ! Due end august Send your flies, with 3 US dollars postage to Iain Short, 29 Rothesay Terrace, Bedlington, Northumbria, NE225PT ENGLAND Please name your pattern ... 1. John Bennett - 2. George Vincent - 3. Garry Smith - Pink Lady 4. Iain Short - 5. Don Ordes - 6. Ashley Strut - Cock Robin 7. Thomas Eckert - Connemara Black 8. David Masson - 9. Walter Shockley - Teal Blue & Silver 10. Neville Gosling - 11. Rene Zillmann - Invicta _ View your Twitter and Flickr updates from one place - Learn <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/137984870/direct/01/> more! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: SACOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap
Iain, please add my name to the Second Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap as well as the first. I need to reconnect with my past! I will mail both together in separate tins. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Monday, June 22, 2009 13:42 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] SACOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap SECOND Traditional Winged Wet Fly Swap There are four places left - any Takers If anyone entered in the first swap wants to enter both you only pay postage once. If entering both swaps dress Different fly's for each swap please. Limit is TEN entry's max ! All flies must be clearly marked second swap ! Name your fly 1. Deb Duran - 2. Jim Phillips - 3. Iain Short - 4. Mark Romero - 5. Garry Smith - 6. Reuven Segal - 7. 8. 9. 10. _ View your Twitter and Flickr updates from one place - Learn <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/137984870/direct/01/> more! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: New Swap
Yes Iain, add my name to the list. It has been many years since I tied a traditional wet fly. These were all that we had when I first began fly fishing and tying flies other than the occasional garden hackle fly! George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Thursday, June 18, 2009 13:46 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] New Swap Anyone interested in a swap for "Traditional English Winged Wet flies" << Ten flies only>> iain look here to see what traditional wet fly means ! http://globalflyfisher.com/patterns/bergman/ _ Share your photos with Windows Live Photos - Free. http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/134665338/direct/01/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Old Fart Swap / found Allan's fly
Rene, photos are nicely done. I am glad that you got Jimmy's location correct as Texas and not USA! That's why they call it the "Lone Star" State! George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rene Zillmann Sent: Monday, June 01, 2009 08:10 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Old Fart Swap / found Allan's fly Well, now I think I'm really an old fart. Found the last fly of the swap, Allan your fly is here! She did hide herself .. where could a fly hide herself ?? ... behind a vise. I was de-dusting some of the rare used ones, and found a little bag with Allan's griffith's gnat. Did a pic, now the old farter homepage is full.. http://rzillmann.homepage.t-online.de/swap48/swap48.htm Rene --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Something new- Fly of the Week?
Count me in also, I think this is a really terrific idea. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Peggy Brenner Sent: Saturday, May 30, 2009 00:09 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Something new- Fly of the Week? Count me in, I've put several variations of things together in the past few years, should be fun. Peggy B On Tue, May 26, 2009 at 7:47 PM, DonO wrote: Anyone interested in a 'Fly of the Week' posting? Since we can do photos here, it would be fairly easy to post it with a recipe. Anyone interested? We can do multiples, and maybe it will jump-start some swaps. If you wanted to do a step-by-step, that might be possible if we keep the photos small with low resolution. We could also post a photo, like a Tony Chili Pepper, then everyone could post their versions- like a swap, but less work for an individual. DonO -- Peggy Brenner --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: rod and reel question
As a general rule, attach the reel to the rod and balance the rod on your index finger placed under the cork and see if the rod remains level. If it dips at the rod tip the reel is to light, if it dips at the reel the reel is too heavy. Of course this is an approximation depending upon where you place your finger under the cork as the fulcrum. I generally place the fulcrum (my finger) closer to the front of the cork. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J McK Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 16:13 To: Fly Swap Subject: [VFB] rod and reel question I need some help, I understand the rod line weight thing, but how do you match a reel to the rod? Jerry McKaughan,President Caddis Fly Fishing Club P O Box 85 Pottsville, AR 72858 _ HotmailR has ever-growing storage! Don't worry about storage limits. Check it <http://windowslive.com/Tutorial/Hotmail/Storage?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_HM_Tutori al_Storage1_052009> out. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Left hand reel
Ian, I do not think of this as a left hand reel. I am right handed and cast with my right arm/hand. I then pass the rod to my left arm and reel with my right hand. This is/was the traditional way of learning to fly fish and how I learned over 50 years ago. Thus, you are right handed you are always using your dominant hand. Today's fly fisher has some how been mistakenly (in my opinion) learned to cast with their right hand and reel with their left. In which case reels need to be altered for right hand reeling. I still believe that most if not all manufactures still sell their reels oriented to the old way. Famed fly caster Lefty Kreh still advocates using your dominant hand as I was taught. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 03:09 To: VFB-new Subject: [VFB] Left hand reel Hi Guys I am selling a left hand ABU DIPLOMAT 178 reel with padded case (you wind with the right hand) Silent wind in, and adjustable ratchet drag 3.25 inches diameter paint rubbed off in the usual spot Anyone interested email me off list at iainsh...@hotmail.com iain _ Surfing the web just got more rewarding. Download the New Internet Explorer <http://extras.uk.msn.com/internet-explorer-8/?ocid=T010MSN07A0716U> 8 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Fishing in Ireland
I cannot remember if there are any members here who live in Ireland or not. I am interested in a trip to Ireland next spring and would love to do some trout fishing while there. I anyone has any information, I would certainly appreciate it. Thanks in advance, George Vincent --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Back from Sowbug
OK, so you have finally sparked my interest. I am going to plan to attend Sowbug next year. However, I do have some questions: How close is the event to an airport, I will be traveling from Maryland? Where do most people stay? How does one sign up to tie or do you have to be invited? How close is the fishing to the event? George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Allan Fish Sent: Tuesday, March 24, 2009 07:22 To: flyfishingandflytyingforpanf...@yahoogroups.com; Virtual Flybox; Fly Fishing Digest Subject: [VFB] Back from Sowbug Probably the best Sowbug ever for our group. I wondered what happened to Jeff Frye, but saw amidst the backlog of e-mail that he had a strained back and was only at the get-together on Friday - the day I was out playing. I'm sorry I didn't get to see him. Several others who I spend time with weren't there and were missed - Jimmy Moore, RIck Zeiger, Bruce and Brandon Whittle, and Dennis Conrad come immediately to mind this morning. I did get to see several others from one or more of the groups. Kevin Slater and his handsome son chatted with me for a while. As I was wandering around, Kevin's son was sitting there tying with Dad and I regret that I didn't have my camera with me at the time. Joe Fusco.John Maples.I won't try to name all the others - I would omit some accidently. When they update the website you can check out who all was there. And many tyers who are not on the list who have become friends over the years. Many great tyers were there - some of them very well-known (Jay Fullum, Stack Scoville, Jeff Hines, Kyle Hand), but some of them not, but still great and innovative tyers. And yes, I know the word should be spelled 'tiers', but to me tiers means 'layers' and sounds like "tears", and although we were using chicken feathers, I didn't see any setting hens there. So I spell it "tyers" to dispell misinterpretation. I learned many new flies and techniques. The cameraderie amongst tyers was great. The audiences were attentive. I was able to teach three young men (10 - 14 years old) how to do the whip finish by hand. Two adults watched and then had me show them. I gained five pounds, so that speaks to the cooking. The weather was the best it ever has been. The generators were shut down for the entire time so the White & Norfork were the most fishable it ever was. We got to visit Crooked Creek, so that was a first. I caught a trout on my very first cast with my new Dave Lewis Rod. One of our group caught his first (and second and third) trout on a fly rod. But the biggest thrill of all was to actually go fishing with Tony Spezio. And getting a hug from his wife Dot. I probably shouldn't mention the peach jelly and mahaw jelly I got to bring home. As I said. This was the greatest Sowbug Roundup ever for the group from Indiana. Allan -- Allan Fish Greenwood, IN afi...@sbcglobal.net --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: ] Re: Old fart swap
The Blue Crystal Flash Fly is from Tim Caillouette. It was loose in my set without a toe tag so I contacted Jimmy. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Jimmy D. Moore Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 18:19 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] ] Re: Old fart swap Keerect! Also, I copied this post back to the OF swap email list. Not all are members of the VFB. JIMMY D Gary Webb wrote: Rene, I think you're missing Allan Fish's Griffifs Gnat. By elimination, I think the ? isTim Caillouet's Lazer Head But Jimmy D is the final authority. Gary On Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 2:18 PM, Rene Zillmann wrote: Keith et al, Here you are, have fun. http://rzillmann.homepage.t-online.de/swap48/swap48.htm I'll adding recipies in the next days, as far as I got them. If someone finds mistakes, pls. send info Rene Rene Zillmann schrieb: > Keith, > yes, I'm sitting here and doing the shots. Maybe the site is up tomorrow ev. > Rene > KP schrieb: > >> They arrived here in The UK today too. Wonderful swao and well worth >> the wait. Is anyone putting the flies on a site? If not I will. What >> about you Rene. You usually put them on your site. >> Well done to everyone for a great swap. As for the two toe tags I knew >> Tony WAS NO WAY as old as he says. He cant be to tie stuff that small. >> Whether or not its to avoid the seeing mistakes. And John B is young >> any way so he should be tying small stuff. 34 next time John ?? Great >> flies all round folks >> Thanks to Jimmy for hosting this swap. >> PS >> DONO DID YOU GET MY EMAIL ?? >> >> >> > > > > > > -- ><º> ** JIMMY D. MOOREjdmo...@fishgame.com North Zone Fishing Editor - Texas Fish & Game Mag, Author - Moon Holler Misfits Fishing & Hunting Club, Humorist, Past VP Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, Member TOWA, Retired Scout Exec. BSA. * <º>< * --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Mayfly Dry and Nymph Swaps
Not a problem Chris, things happen. I look forward to receiving some really nice flies from a great bunch of tyers. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Broomell Sent: Sunday, March 08, 2009 17:35 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Mayfly Dry and Nymph Swaps To All Swappers, So - against all belief, I'm sure, I have the flies packaged up and ready to ship. I will not waste space or insult anybody's sensibility to make excuses about the "slight" delay in getting these out. It's been the gnarliest year of my life BUT I should have taken care of this LONG ago. Please accept my sincere apologies. I hope that any bitterness that any of you harbor against me will be transformed into fish in hand this season. Two orders of business... The first two people who sent in flies are receiving special extras. I've acknowledged who they are before but I honestly cannot remember (I've slept since then...)...would you please let me know who you are? There were a few people who did not send in flies (I COULD say that I've still been waiting for them...but nobody would buy it...). So we have two full sets of dries and nymphs that are unaccounted for. I propose that we decide on a worthy recipient; does anyone know of somebody who could really USE 9 nymphs and 12 dries. Meaning...someone starting out, someone who just got laid off and could use a pick me up? Some homeless flyfisher (don't laugh...the first trout I caught was on a fly bought from a homeless flyfisher in Boulder, CO). I'll take suggestions off list. My new email is ccbroom...@gmail.com Feel free to yell at me off list and - if it makes you feel comfortable - to badger me about getting the damn boxes in the mail before July 4. Again - I am truly sorry. Chris --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: soft hackle fly swap
Jerry, please add my name to the list for the soft hackle swap. I will tie a partridge and herl. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of J McK Sent: Monday, February 16, 2009 22:08 To: Fly Swap Subject: [VFB] soft hackle fly swap Members, Well I'm going to take the plunge. I will host a soft hackle fly swap, 13 tiers including me. Flies are due by March 30th, 2009, all rules apply, first twelve get in. Be sure to toe tag all flies and send self addressed stamped return postage. Hope there are twelve interested tiers. Jerry McKaughan Caddis Fly Fishers P O Box 85 Pottsville, AR 72858 _ See how Windows Mobile brings your life together—at home, work, or on the go. See <http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093182mrt/direct/01/> Now --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Active Nymphing was QUOTE FOR THE DAY
Absolutely Tom, I couldn't agree more with your observations. When I started nymphing without a strike indicator, my catch rate increased. I have used the same technique and have also caught fish at all stages of the presentation. The fly is only part of the technique, the rest is presentation, presentation, presentation. Keeping the fly in the water is very important, even fishing out a bad cast can produce a catch. I can usually spot a novice by watching the number of false casts. The fly in the water is what catches the fish, the fly in the air doesn't. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Tom Davenport Sent: Sunday, February 15, 2009 18:34 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Active Nymphing was QUOTE FOR THE DAY I learned to fly fish about 15 years ago when a friend helped me get rigged up and taught me how to cast and fish. He was a nymph fisherman (anyone who fishes the Weber River where I fish most often is) and he taught me to dead drift the fly behind a strike indicator. Later I talked to another friend who had been a fly tyer and fly fisher for years, and asked him if he used a strike indicator and the dead drift. He said no, he always used a shorter line and followed it as it drifted through the deep holes. So I tried his technique and started catching more fish. Several years later I realized what I was doing is called "High Sticking" and it is still my preferred method to dig a bunch of fish out of a deep hole. It always includes a lift at the end, and often I strip it back, and have caught fish both ways. Also with a nymph and a swing, especially when there are caddis hatching. While the basic idea of the "dead drift" is sound, but I don't think it is as important as some people think. Sometimes adding a little motion to the fly is exactly what the fish need to strike. If I am fishing a long, deep run, I will often combine them all... Maybe cast into a back eddy, let the fly sink then strip it into the main current, let it dead drift until it comes close to me, then lift the line and high stick through the water next to me, with a swing on the end, followed by stripping the line back. I have caught fish at all stages of the presentation of the fly. I think we spend too much time wondering what a fly "represents" . Most often, it is just something that looks like food to the fish, and movement can be a trigger. Perhaps the most important thing is just keeping the fly in the water, and close to the bottom. Tom P.S. By the way, I am officially "back". My strength, energy, appetite, are all normal. I am also making progress with the other two side effects of the surgery. Life is good. The only downside is that my intention to attend Sowbug this year has been derailed by $3000.00 in medical expenses (since I was in the hospital in December and January, it get to pay for two years worth of deductibles). I was really looking forward to seeing Tony again, but my son is a trucker, and if he has a run this summer that comes within 200 miles of Flippin, I'll be there to visit (I'll call first). On Feb 14, 2009, at 6:21 AM, Anthony Spezio wrote: This called the "Miracle Inch". I use it a lot and get some violent strikes. At first I would get a lot of break offs till I learned to keep the line loose in my line hand. I would "twitch" the nymph on the drift let it swing and hold it there for a short. Then work it back up stream like a wounded minnow. Tony --- On Fri, 2/13/09, KP wrote: From: KP Subject: [VFB] Re: Active Nymphing was QUOTE FOR THE DAY To: "VFB Mail" Date: Friday, February 13, 2009, 5:01 PM I love upstream dry fly fishng and in the winter I fish my nymphs this way too. A friend of mine just came back from a course here in the UK and they were shown how the masters of short line nymphing do the job. Your books ref to the stripping the nymph on the lift is how he described the Czech and Polish method of what we call the induced take as originated here by Mr Skues. There is a new (?) method used by these guys that uses long leaders up to 18 or 20 feet long ! At the end of the drift they lift the nymph at a rediculous (to me anyway) speed but it works really well. I have used the same method but with sensible leaders of 10 to 12 feet long. It resulted in a 40cm grayling (thats 16" in proper money) which is big for the UK, on my last trip to the river. SO yes stripping the nymph induces takes from fish so I guess you should try it for a while and compare to your normal slower retrieve. Just my 2pennorth. Cheers Keith PS DonO I am doing the 24hour thing again this year!!! I now work for Orvis UK !!! On Feb 12, 8:46 pm, Michael Bliss wrote: > I am reading a book called "Active Nymphing: Aggressive Strategies for > Casting, Rigging, And Movin
[VFB] Re: new swap
Iain, please count me in. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of iain short Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2009 00:55 To: VFB-new; Chris Broomell; deb duran Subject: [VFB] new swap Hi Guys Any one interested in a new swap ? Some of you saw photos of the Christmas tree fly I tied for fun. For next Christmas why not all of us tie One fly each and put up the photo with details attached RULES. You only tie one fly. It must be Christmas based. You send a digital picture to me. (you keep the fly, no postage required) I send copies of your photo's to all other entrants You have till November 2009 to tie your fly I put the pictures on my web photo site in December 2009 (as everyone else can who wants to) iain _ Choose the perfect PC or mobile phone for you. Click <http://clk.atdmt.com/UKM/go/130777504/direct/01/> here --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Old Fart Swap
Jimmy, I also changed the name of my pattern from "American Beauty" to "Old Glory" George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:vfb-m...@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Rene Zillmann Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2009 13:11 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Old Fart Swap Jimmy, I decided to change my pattern. instead of tying an 'old ugly' I will ty an 'old hot ugly' Rene --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Merry Christmas
I wish all the members of VFB and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I am thankful for all the blessing the heavenly father has bestowed upon me, for I have been graced with many days upon the streams and have good friends to share them with and the opportunity to share a mutual enjoyment for our sport here on the Listserver. George Vincent --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to vfb-mail-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Fwd: Re: [VFB] royal wulff question
You might also want to consider using Turkey Flats in either medium dun or white for the post. George Vincent -Original Message- From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of DonO Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2008 16:48 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Ooops - Fwd: Re: [VFB] royal wulff question Ashley, The fly evolved from a coachman wet fly (slate or white wet wings) to a coachman dry fly (white duck wings), to the royal coachman with a red waist and white goose or duck quill wings. And then Lee Wulff added the calf-tail wings for visibility, float, and durability (added to many patterns). Most else is just variations, as is with the RC and the RW- variations of the coachman. A grey tippet wing is probably referring to the tip of a gray or grizzly hackle, and for that you'd just tie a set of adams tippet wings on a royal coachman body and finish with coachman brown hackles. I prefer Winger wings in the adams grizzly colors or white, for both profile on the water and durability. But if you are mimicking a clear-wing mayfly, then a fine hackle tip is the way to go, just suggesting the wing, as does the adams dry fly, rather that presenting it in full profile. DonO - Original Message - From: "ashley strutt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2008 2:49 PM Subject: [VFB] Re: Ooops - Fwd: Re: [VFB] royal wulff question > > I've just had a look, not there. > The way it was described it was a Royal Wulff. From the what they said I > thick the wings are from Lady Amherst Pheasant. > > Ashley > > I should have gone up and read the article before sending this, but it > > may have been the Royal Wulff's first cousin the Royal Coachman. > > > > Same theories work. > > > > A. > >> : > > > > > > > -- > No virus found in this incoming message. > Checked by AVG. > Version: 7.5.549 / Virus Database: 270.9.9/1806 - Release Date: 11/22/08 6:59 PM > > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Vise ID...
Nick, the one that I have, I bought at a fly swap many years ago. However, you can make one yourself using a tongue blade and a spring type clothespin glued to it. It can then be clamped to the front edge of your bench under the c-clamp. I have made several and have encouraged those in my fly tying classes to make one. It comes in handy for holding a hackle that is being used for tails. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 16:20 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Re: Vise ID... George, Where can I get one of those "Third Hand"?? I see him using it on the DVD's I have of him tying and those things look real handy. Thanks, Chuck - Original Message - From: George <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 2:27 PM Subject: [VFB] Re: Vise ID... Nick, I have an AK Best Third Hand and the logo is "AK'S Fly Tying Tools" in Green Letter with a fly attached to a fly line. The vise doesn't look like any in his books or on his video. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Niclas Runarsson Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 11:55 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Vise ID... A friend dug up this vise from the basement and is curious about the brand. Anyone seen it before and knows what it is? Logotype: http://sportfiskeforum.se/userpix/10807_stad_1.jpg Vise: http://sportfiskeforum.se/userpix/10807_stad_2.jpg /Nick --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Vise ID...
Nick, I have an AK Best Third Hand and the logo is "AK'S Fly Tying Tools" in Green Letter with a fly attached to a fly line. The vise doesn't look like any in his books or on his video. George Vincent _ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Niclas Runarsson Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 11:55 To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: [VFB] Vise ID... A friend dug up this vise from the basement and is curious about the brand. Anyone seen it before and knows what it is? Logotype: http://sportfiskeforum.se/userpix/10807_stad_1.jpg Vise: http://sportfiskeforum.se/userpix/10807_stad_2.jpg /Nick --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[VFB] Re: Latest on OLD FART SWAP - dropping age limit.
_ From: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jimmy D. Moore Sent: Monday, October 27, 2008 18:23 To: Virtual Fly Box; Fly Fishing World; Hill Coountry Fly Fishers Subject: [VFB] Latest on OLD FART SWAP - dropping age limit. I didn't mean to discriminate against those of you under 65. It just sounded like a good age to use. Also, it doesn't appear that we have many 65 or older members since only three of us have signed up. Could be a small swap at this rate. So . . . . . Maybe you can be an old fart and be 60, 55 or even 50. Doesn't AARP count age 50 as a Senior? With that said, I'm dropping the age limit to 50. One of you said, and I quote: "Would that 65 or older have to be my legal age? My wife tells me that I act like an old bitter fart all the time." So if you're 50 or older and and want to join and don't mind being called an OF, welcome aboard. To join, just reply to this email and add your name after the last name below. Jimmy Moore Joe Fusco Everett Hall George Vincent Git - R - Dun ! ><º> ** JIMMY D. MOORE[EMAIL PROTECTED] North Zone Fishing Editor - Texas Fish & Game Mag, Author - Moon Holler Misfits Fishing & Hunting Club, Humorist, Past VP Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited, Member TOWA, Retired Scout Exec. BSA. * <º>< * --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vfb-mail?hl=en VFB Mail is sponsored by Line's End Inc at http://www.linesend.com -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
