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11-08-2019, 12:29 PM

MikeCC replied to a thread Trout rod in Classified - Wanted

Thanks gents, sorted now

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11-08-2019, 11:52 AM

chrishconnolly replied to a thread Fishing 23-29 august Pitlochry area in General Board

Well as a visitor to the area I could get him a good Deal on a Perth and District angling club membership and if he has the flexibility of picking...

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11-08-2019, 11:43 AM

chrishconnolly replied to a thread Trout rod in Classified - Wanted

You got fixed up with a 9fter yet ?? I'm still looking for a nice 13fter maybe a swap looming

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10-08-2019, 08:41 PM

chrishconnolly replied to a thread Fishing 23-29 august Pitlochry area in General Board

What you have failed to mention tho is will he have All his fishing tackle waders and jacket with him as this will add cost to the equation and some...

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10-08-2019, 11:31 AM

MikeCC started a thread Trout rod in Classified - Wanted

Folks, looking for 9ft #5 for the trout. Ideally after something a bit faster action....a Sage Or a Scott S4....something along that lines. Please pm...

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09-08-2019, 05:04 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread Fishing 23-29 august Pitlochry area in General Board

They are lovely beats all beautiful fly water defo worth checking out and reasonably priced too. Both can be booked on fishpal or by calling the...

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08-08-2019, 01:07 PM

Ypres replied to a thread A few for the Finn in Hairwing Fly Patterns

A standard of tying to aspire to.

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07-08-2019, 05:29 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread Hooking up.. in General Board

I lost a grilse like that on the Helmsdale. I managed to land the next one and the hook was right under its nose just in. As the locals say the...

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06-08-2019, 05:03 PM

Ypres replied to a thread Ian Bain Special (variant) in Hairwing Fly Patterns

I've met Ian a few times and he seems to fish this fly almost exclusively with a lot of success. See his YouTube videos for a trip to many of...

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06-08-2019, 03:42 PM

Ypres replied to a thread Ian Bain Special (variant) in Hairwing Fly Patterns

Haha! When I think how small I used to be able to tie my heads. Mind you there is some material in it including tippet, grey squirrel, flash and...

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06-08-2019, 10:59 AM

Ypres started a thread Ian Bain Special (variant) in Hairwing Fly Patterns

First tying in months and it shows but nice to get back to the vice.

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05-08-2019, 09:39 PM

chrishconnolly started a thread Orvis pro wading boots us11 /uk10 in Classified Sales (MEMBERS)

These are brand new still boxed. Tried on too tight then returned to the box. Retail at £225. Looking for £135 posted or £125 collected Perth....

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03-08-2019, 01:07 PM

Ypres replied to a thread Just a photo of a hopeful angler. in River Spey

You are right. I had walked down from the cemetery. He was the only angler I saw. Changed days.

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03-08-2019, 10:57 AM

Ypres started a thread Just a photo of a hopeful angler. in River Spey

Only angler fishing near Grantown on Thursday.

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02-08-2019, 04:01 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread First, fill a good tumbler, a deep breath and then sit down, watch and be bewildered in General Board

What a bunch of belters! I can just imagine my reaction to the soap dodging tree huggers turning up at the river and starting that sh*t after I’ve...

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01-08-2019, 08:36 PM

MikeCC started a thread Allen Fly Reels in Reels

Any thoughts on Allen reels? I bought one recently, seems really well made for the money. Lovely smooth drag, very well finished, and not a single...

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31-07-2019, 09:14 PM

chrishconnolly started a thread Nice Chinese Salmon Fly Reel in Classified Sales (MEMBERS)

One for the beginner who doesn't want to spend £100s on a good reel. This was made in the factory that produces hardy fly reels. I use one myself...

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31-07-2019, 07:03 PM

MikeCC replied to a thread Thoughts about TCR 10150? in General Board

I got rid of my one donks ago. By todays standards you’ll probably find it heavy, the blank is quite thick unlike todays more modern slimline...

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28-07-2019, 01:24 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread the north sea drift netters still exist in General Board

We’ve had a cracking run of sea trout on the south esk this year. Best in years and years. It’s funny how this great run coincides with the removal...

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27-07-2019, 02:37 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread Grilse Run .... in General Board

Just back from a weeks fishing on the Helmsdale town water. First day Monday we thought we had timed our visit perfectly. I landed 3 grilse and lost...

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21-07-2019, 05:29 PM

chrishconnolly started a thread Cortland 444 in General Board

I have an 11/12 floating line which is a Cortland 444 make. Does anyone use lines this heavy anymore. It currently sits on a pridex or rapidex...

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21-07-2019, 01:11 PM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread All things Pink in General Board

Would be frustrating if the big Atlantic’s were there and you couldn’t hook one because of another pink on your fly. Just like when the eastuary is...

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21-07-2019, 10:59 AM

The flying Scotsman replied to a thread All things Pink in General Board

Salmon arriving in volume, river full of salmon, 20 salmon to 2 rods from one pool. Sounds absolutely awful 🧐😂

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