Going Big

In preparation for a couple of trips later this season for some large redfish, king salmon and other large fish that could get in our way, Ms. Floatfisher and I continue to add to our quiver of new rods. Add in the new Sage SALT 1090-4. We cast it this weekend for the first time and what a joy, of course , this big gun, is just a little out of our normal league, so we want to get a little time practicing. Matching it with our Hatch #9 , this is a dream duo. 

It throws a nice short line at 40-50' ft. , but also extending it out, it will punch into a breeze.
As mentioned, we have a lot more practice to go, look forward to more on future blogs.

Sage's Website Information on the SALT Series:

OFFERING SALTWATER ANGLERS PRECISION AND 
POWER WITH THE SALT

For the incredible diverse range of casting demands placed on the saltwater angler, the accuracy, strength and precision of Konnetic Technology, has enabled us to craft a fly rod like no other saltwater rod before it. The SALT is a fast loading, high-line speed salt-action rod that gives you the confidence to know that you're ready for anything that salt can throw at you. Sight casting smaller flies out to nervous bones finning along the flat in only four inches of water? Quickly and precisely drop the fly where they'll see it without spooking. Casting to tarpon that appear suddenly in a gusting wind? The SALT's decidedly robust salt-action taper gives you the power to maximize today's heavier fly lines to deliver flies of all ranges with effortless precision.

KONNETIC TECHNOLOGY - Greatest Accuracy
Accurately putting a fly where you need it - every time - is the foundation of fly fishing 
success. Improved accuracy is a result of smoother tracking, increased line speed and line control, 
all features of our revolutionary Konnetic Technology. Creating an impossibly light blank
with enhanced tip-to-hand sensitivity, Konnetic Technology utilizes our Advanced Modulus Positioning System (AMPS) that places carbon fiber to exacting tolerances for the greatest blank strength and efficient energy transfer throughout the shaft. This highly responsive and robust blank offers significant enhanced torsional stability and minimal vibration of casts that track effortlessly and accurately.

- New formulated proprietary carbon/ resin composite
- Advanced Modulus Positioning System (AMPS)
- High Compression Molding (HCM) for increased fiber density
- Denser wall for faster response and blank recovery
- Optimized core and axial fiber material positioning

Looking for Bluewings

Lookin' for Baetis, wherever she can find them. Where oh where?

Garcia's Mothers Day Caddis

It is alway good to see my good friend Greg Garcia. Had the opportunity to visit him today, amongst all various topics we covered in our BS session, Greg was telling me about his ever growing series of fly tying tutorials he has put out in conjunction with his shop , Anglers All. Now numbering almost 40 and growing, I think you will find them covering a nice selection of trout patterns.  Most currently posting Vimeo, he is working on getting them all over to Youtube also. Check them out.

More importantly, if you are a fan of fishing the caddis. You should tie or buy some of Greg famous

Mothers Day Caddis. A proven producer on the rivers of Colorado and Montana that I have fished. A nice relatively easy tie with minimal materials.

If you are getting ready for your annual trip to the Arkansas River, to fish the tax day or Mother's Day hatch, get on this pattern.

Solo

Sometimes a day on the river alone is what you need, three rods , a wide open river and nothing but fish to find.  Oh, the good day, once in a while Ms. Floatfisher like to leave the baggage behind,

Can you blame her.