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The band Takénobu (image from takenobomusic.com)
Every fly tier I know has their favorite type of music to listen to while tying their favorite flies. I am no exception. In the past, I listened to various kinds of music, country, folk, new age, classical, metal, and classic rock. However, my taste has changed in recent years, and I have been consistently fly-tying to one particular artist.
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Many people associate me with panfish, which is to be expected for someone running a website and blog dedicated to fly fishing for panfish. However, many folks don't know that I am a fly fishing guide specializing in fishing for trout. Although I spend countless hours chasing sunfish and bass, I spend just as much time wading trout streams throughout the country.
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Panfish are the perfect target for the beginner fly fisher!
There are probably dozens of reasons to pick up fly fishing as a new hobby. I have narrowed down that list to my top five to keep things short and sweet. Have you been thinking about learning how to fly fish? Read on.
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The Mop Gurgler. Yet another use for mop fibers!
Flies using dust mop material have been around for years now. Mop flies are embraced by some and scorned by others. The argument about them still rages, but the one thing that cannot be disputed is that the flies tied using mop material catch fish, a lot of fish!
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For me to be comfortable leaving a bulging vest behind, this single fly box that can slip into a shirt pocket must contain everything needed to guarantee success on the water.
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