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2ltdjorn · 16 August 2019, 11:50 AM

“A couple of hundred dollars for a fishing pole!?¨ You'll hear that all the time if you don't keep your mouth shut in certain company. You can talk about the aesthetics and even mention a cane rod will appreciate in value while a new graphite rod will depreciate, but the best thing to do is turn around and say, ¨$9,000.00 for a car? I only paid $500.00 for mine.”

John Grierach (Trout Bum)

I have enjoyed fly fishing since I finished my first masters! I’m not great, but improving with enthusiasm! While I mainly enjoy trout streams near and around Tennessee, I’ve made a more active attempt to seek out new experiences.

I’ve read about every resource on the subject.

My rod/reel are reddington, but looking to upgrade. Buying a rod is just about the most intimate thing you can do with your clothes on! You never really know till you get in the water.

Every time I bring my Rolex with me.

Share your trips, experiences, and gear!

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brandrea · 16 August 2019, 12:36 PM

ud101 · 16 August 2019, 03:13 PM

You are having a good time.

Dubshack · 16 August 2019, 05:24 PM

Awesome photos. Sadly been too long since I’ve been fishing.

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1William · 16 August 2019, 08:26 PM

Great pictures. Looks like fun.

crew · 16 August 2019, 08:46 PM

Nice story!
I started fly fishing just over a year ago as a hobby following my retirement. I’ve enjoyed it immensely, much more than I enjoy playing golf. Unfortunately, I’m not very good at either one of these activities! However, I’m getting better at fishing.
Curiously, I often lose 2-4 golf balls per round and now I find I am losing flys about every 4-6 hours I’m on the water! (I stream fish in a very tight area).

Duey · 17 August 2019, 12:29 AM

You should only fish with a Rolex

up in the High Sierra's of California about 9000'

ltmgeller · 17 August 2019, 01:25 AM

Very cool. Looks like fun.

2ltdjorn · 17 August 2019, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duey

You should only fish with a Rolex

up in the High Sierra's of California about 9000'

Nice brooks!

RW16610 · 17 August 2019, 02:06 AM

What a great hobby this is! Such a nice way to spend time with family and friends too, incredibly soothing. Thanks for sharing this story and those pictures, Daniel

Art 1 · 17 August 2019, 02:38 AM

I'm enjoying the pics!

gnuyork · 17 August 2019, 08:11 AM

Awesome!

I have been reading the New North American Trout Fishing, a good read. It goes into great detail about trout ecology and behavior. I find it fascinating.

Alexwwjd · 17 August 2019, 08:26 AM

Looks like a lot of fun Daniel!

BNA/LION · 17 August 2019, 08:26 AM

Looks like fun...

Piranha Fishing on the Amazon w/ Explorer II!

2ltdjorn · 17 August 2019, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BNA/LION

Looks like fun...

Piranha Fishing on the Amazon w/ Explorer II!

Now thy seems like the natural environment for an explorer...

Do they cut the hook?

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2ltdjorn · 21 August 2019, 08:17 PM

Northeast Arkansas
Mammoth Spring
Spring River

Guide: Mark Carwford

https://www.springriverfliesandguides.com

Target: Rainbow, Brown, Small Mouth, Walleye

IMG_2717.JPG

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Johnnymiz · 22 August 2019, 06:20 AM

that's a good fish. what did you get it on?

colpol · 22 August 2019, 06:27 AM

Not a fisherman but great post all the same

Gdoc26 · 22 August 2019, 06:59 AM

Always have a Rolex when I fish.

2ltdjorn · 22 August 2019, 04:37 PM

A good leisure read.

Maybe more about other things rather than fishing, overly complex but genuinely simple.

John Gierach -> All Fishermen are Liars

rolexinfl · 23 August 2019, 01:42 AM

I fly fish saltwater on the flats - sight fishing only for redfish, snook, and trout.

You can easily drop $2000+ on a saltwater fly rod setup. Not counting the flats boats!

2ltdjorn · 4 September 2019, 12:57 AM

Unexpected bonus. Got a call from the fly shop, my name was entered into raffle for a free 1/2 day guide trip... and I won!

Good for up to a year... I said what’s your schedule look this week...

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BNA/LION · 8 September 2019, 06:12 AM

Sweet! I hope they are biting. I have lots of luck with Adams Ant Flies.

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Nothing better than landing your fly in the perfect spot on a stream, watching it swirl, float on the water and seeing the flash of a trout going for it!

Widows Son · 8 September 2019, 06:24 AM

A wise man once said,"fishing is boring unless you catch a fish, then it's disgusting!!" Just kidding!!! Grew up catching pan fish on an inland lake in Wisconsin, then wallaye fishing on Lake Erie. Teaching my son to fish now, having a difficult time convincing him that every time he throws a line in he won't catch a fish.

2ltdjorn · 11 September 2019, 12:32 PM

Ha. Great contributions.

Finished 66 hours in 6 days, now off for 5. House is boring with boys in school, so I figured what the heck I may run over to the river.

So Friday, I will leave the house at 4:45 am. Arrive at 7:15 am, be on the river before 8:00 am. A short 4-6 hour float down the little red river, off the river and home before 16:00 pm.

River has been down, less crowded. Hope to chase some beautiful browns.

Hope to try out a new fly rod from the shop on the expenditure too.

2ltdjorn · 21 September 2019, 05:01 AM

Central Arkansas
Heber Springs
Little Red River

Guide: Mike

https://www.ozarkangler.com

Target: Rainbow, Brown, Brook

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othertbone · 21 September 2019, 10:02 AM

Best doing that with the kids!

RobearH · 21 September 2019, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2ltdjorn

Central Arkansas
Heber Springs
Little Red River

Guide: Mike

https://www.ozarkangler.com

Target: Rainbow, Brown, Brook

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Sweet Brookie Sir!

NYC6 · 21 September 2019, 11:23 AM

Nice trout there. I fish a lot but don’t wear my Submariner doing it. Why, because my fishing is all offshore. About ten years ago we were casting diamond jigs to Blue fin tuna in about 5,000 ft of water at the Hudson Canyon. I winded up to sling that jig a good ways to get it into the school boil and let it fly. I watched the jig sail far and with it went my Swiss Army Victoronix. All I could do was watch it go bye bye. Only beater watches on the water for me now.
I haven’t been trout fishing in too long. Maybe tine to hit the streams again they thd Sub can join me.

TheVTCGuy · 21 September 2019, 10:26 PM

I tried fly fishing once.... The people standing within a 90 foot radius had more to worry about then the fish.

16 August 2019, 11:50 AM	#1
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	Fly Fishing and Rolex! “A couple of hundred dollars for a fishing pole!?¨ You'll hear that all the time if you don't keep your mouth shut in certain company. You can talk about the aesthetics and even mention a cane rod will appreciate in value while a new graphite rod will depreciate, but the best thing to do is turn around and say, ¨$9,000.00 for a car? I only paid $500.00 for mine.” John Grierach (Trout Bum) I have enjoyed fly fishing since I finished my first masters! I’m not great, but improving with enthusiasm! While I mainly enjoy trout streams near and around Tennessee, I’ve made a more active attempt to seek out new experiences. I’ve read about every resource on the subject. My rod/reel are reddington, but looking to upgrade. Buying a rod is just about the most intimate thing you can do with your clothes on! You never really know till you get in the water. Every time I bring my Rolex with me. Share your trips, experiences, and gear! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

17 August 2019, 01:25 AM	#8
ltmgeller 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 21,336	Very cool. Looks like fun. __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

21 August 2019, 08:17 PM	#16
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	Northeast Arkansas Mammoth Spring Spring River Guide: Mark Carwford https://www.springriverfliesandguides.com Target: Rainbow, Brown, Small Mouth, Walleye IMG_2717.JPG Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

22 August 2019, 04:37 PM	#20
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	A good leisure read. Maybe more about other things rather than fishing, overly complex but genuinely simple. John Gierach -> All Fishermen are Liars __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

4 September 2019, 12:57 AM	#22
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	Unexpected bonus. Got a call from the fly shop, my name was entered into raffle for a free 1/2 day guide trip... and I won! Good for up to a year... I said what’s your schedule look this week... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

16 August 2019, 12:36 PM	#2
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,506

16 August 2019, 03:13 PM	#3
ud101 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: US Posts: 145	You are having a good time.

16 August 2019, 05:24 PM	#4
Dubshack "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Real Name: Matt Location: SoCal Watch: 126334 Posts: 867	Awesome photos. Sadly been too long since I’ve been fishing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 August 2019, 08:26 PM	#5
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,616	Great pictures. Looks like fun.

16 August 2019, 08:46 PM	#6
crew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: John Location: Rochester/Naples Watch: Pepsi Posts: 18,220	Nice story! I started fly fishing just over a year ago as a hobby following my retirement. I’ve enjoyed it immensely, much more than I enjoy playing golf. Unfortunately, I’m not very good at either one of these activities! However, I’m getting better at fishing. Curiously, I often lose 2-4 golf balls per round and now I find I am losing flys about every 4-6 hours I’m on the water! (I stream fish in a very tight area).

17 August 2019, 02:06 AM	#10
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,959	What a great hobby this is! Such a nice way to spend time with family and friends too, incredibly soothing. Thanks for sharing this story and those pictures, Daniel

17 August 2019, 02:38 AM	#11
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I'm enjoying the pics!

17 August 2019, 08:11 AM	#12
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,247	Awesome! I have been reading the New North American Trout Fishing, a good read. It goes into great detail about trout ecology and behavior. I find it fascinating.

17 August 2019, 08:26 AM	#13
Alexwwjd "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Texas Watch: Out!!! Posts: 2,352	Looks like a lot of fun Daniel!

22 August 2019, 06:20 AM	#17
Johnnymiz "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: NY Posts: 56	that's a good fish. what did you get it on?

22 August 2019, 06:27 AM	#18
colpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scotland Posts: 2,843	Not a fisherman but great post all the same

23 August 2019, 01:42 AM	#21
rolexinfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: FL Posts: 663	I fly fish saltwater on the flats - sight fishing only for redfish, snook, and trout. You can easily drop $2000+ on a saltwater fly rod setup. Not counting the flats boats!

8 September 2019, 06:12 AM	#23
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,170	Sweet! I hope they are biting. I have lots of luck with Adams Ant Flies. 0356L2W.jpg Nothing better than landing your fly in the perfect spot on a stream, watching it swirl, float on the water and seeing the flash of a trout going for it! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

8 September 2019, 06:24 AM	#24
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,554	A wise man once said,"fishing is boring unless you catch a fish, then it's disgusting!!" Just kidding!!! Grew up catching pan fish on an inland lake in Wisconsin, then wallaye fishing on Lake Erie. Teaching my son to fish now, having a difficult time convincing him that every time he throws a line in he won't catch a fish.

11 September 2019, 12:32 PM	#25
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	Ha. Great contributions. Finished 66 hours in 6 days, now off for 5. House is boring with boys in school, so I figured what the heck I may run over to the river. So Friday, I will leave the house at 4:45 am. Arrive at 7:15 am, be on the river before 8:00 am. A short 4-6 hour float down the little red river, off the river and home before 16:00 pm. River has been down, less crowded. Hope to chase some beautiful browns. Hope to try out a new fly rod from the shop on the expenditure too. __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

21 September 2019, 05:01 AM	#26
2ltdjorn "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: 116710BLNR Posts: 1,100	Central Arkansas Heber Springs Little Red River Guide: Mike https://www.ozarkangler.com Target: Rainbow, Brown, Brook Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 116710 BLNR, M79030N BB58, 126600 SD43. First GTG El Paso Nov 2016, WISCON 2019. Would rather be on the river, somewhere.

21 September 2019, 10:02 AM	#27
othertbone Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Florida, USA Watch: Rolex/AP/Vin Omega Posts: 1,972	Best doing that with the kids!

21 September 2019, 11:23 AM	#29
NYC6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dennis Location: L.I./N.Y. Watch: SUBMARINER 14060M Posts: 2,769	Nice trout there. I fish a lot but don’t wear my Submariner doing it. Why, because my fishing is all offshore. About ten years ago we were casting diamond jigs to Blue fin tuna in about 5,000 ft of water at the Hudson Canyon. I winded up to sling that jig a good ways to get it into the school boil and let it fly. I watched the jig sail far and with it went my Swiss Army Victoronix. All I could do was watch it go bye bye. Only beater watches on the water for me now. I haven’t been trout fishing in too long. Maybe tine to hit the streams again they thd Sub can join me.

21 September 2019, 10:26 PM	#30
TheVTCGuy Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: San Diego Watch: 126619LB Posts: 21,540	I tried fly fishing once.... The people standing within a 90 foot radius had more to worry about then the fish.

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