This is going to be short and sweet. I'm entering into the world of fly fishing tomorrow via Richard at Carolina Mtn. Sports. I'll likely never be the same. Life will be different from now on out. I'll post my progress/fish if any as they are encountered.
Do yourself a favor and cancel those plans. Life for you will never be the same should you go through with this. On a more serious note good luck and enjoy. You'll be in good hands.
I can't think of a better mentor. If you can you make it down to Kinston for some time on the water with TFF YFF and the Tarheel Fly Flingers in the salt water, you would really enjoy it.
Tying is next. if you get into tying I have some materials I will share,
With my overall "run it into the ground" and addictive mindset I almost worry that I'll be broke within months of beginning this endeavor. I'm psyched up and can't wait to get this show on the road. Although I may need to get some type of nerve medication for all the screw-ups that I know are going to take place. Got to walk before I run though.
Not to worry...there is a bank just two doors up...and a a wine and beer store right next door. I'll buy the first round and introduce you to the loan officer. Based on our conversation...I can tell you are interested in either the Lexus or Mercedes fly fishing combo. I'll also measure you for the custom tailored fly fishing vest (with padded Glock pocket) ; the stunning Stetson fishing hat; and the custom crafted chest waders, made in the USA, with relief zipper. A silk ascot for sun protection around the neck and a sterling silver pocket flask for your single malt scotch...and you'll blend right in with the other guys on the DH section of the Mitchell. And, you'll have money left over for a casting lesson and a six pack of Rolaids! Come on down!
fish and progress are never to be seen..some may be caught but mostly you get the joys of added expense..the mental anguish of realizing your one fly outfit costs as much as a rack full of nice spinning and casting outfits...and flytying.! tying will draw you right into the straightjacket..
BUT other than that its a hoot! LOLOL welcome to the dark side, its cozy here!
Looking forward to your progress reports. I assume fly fishing from your kayak would be your ultimate goal to relieve the pain from that second mortgage.
Hmmm....I sense a market niche... Take your standard Fishpond Gore Range Tech vest; remove your large fly box from one of the vertical pockets (left or right for cross draw or strong side draw); and line it with what looks strangely enough like the fleece pouch from a bottle of Crown Royal... I'll order the vest; you provide the "pouch" and leave the bottle in the store!
For me, casting, jigging, pitchin', flippin', and trolling did the 'taking care of'.
I have been known to fly fish, but I have trouble catching the flies first.
Just remember to pause on the backcast and you'll be fine.
about 5 yrs ago I got a good deal on a lot of 3 orvis fly rods in individual canvas cases..they were beautiful..I ebay'd them off..sold for like 2 bills each..a fraction of what they were worth at that time..
I made the mistake of getting in with a hoity toity bunch of fly fisherman and that sucked the fun right out of it. Havnt picked up a long rod in about 14 years now.
If you want to see a group of wild, young, unpretentious fly anglers, check out the web magazine Southern Culture on the Fly. The face of fly fishing is changing (for the better, I think).
[Disclaimer: I don't condone all the antics represented on that site, but I think it's a good example of the broader spectrum of folks which fly fishing has become popular among, and that's the "better" to which I was referring.]
I am NOT totally hooked yet, but Richard and I have texted about a "F/W Appropriate Flyrod" for the NC areas I now frequest, and I think in my next trip to CLT or Burlington....I will swing by Richard's shop a grab something lighter weight than my Nautilus 8 WT and 9 WT St. Croix.....which I rarely use down here!!!
Good Luck.....and let us know your progress!!!
John
Now I have to ask... what weight did you get? Salt or Fresh? and are you around this weekend to stretch that yak and rod.. I have a 10 wt raijeff that hasn't seen the salt in a few... A reintroduction is in order...
I ordered mine (pick it up within 2 weeks). I'm using a "rental" until mine arrives. 6wt. Fresh. I'll be around "here" this weekend but I don't know where you're referring to specifically. Raleigh?
Well I am in Raleigh but have the Salt bug at the moment. I also have a 6 wt for fresh water, normally trout was my target but have tried for bass a few times but nothing of any size. PM me in the future and we will head out on yaks for some fly only local yak trips. Will help me focus and leave the spinners at home .
..Its more about getting my 6 wt reel in the salt than the weight of the rod.
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