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Yesterday, 10:29 AMwwelz replied to a thread When do you decide to change flies on your rig? in General Fly Fishing DiscussionQuote from Helmuth von Moltke the Elderom -No battle plan ever survives contact with the enemy.13 replies | 246 view(s)
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Yesterday, 10:07 AMwwelz replied to a thread When do you decide to change flies on your rig? in General Fly Fishing Discussion"no plan survives contact with the enemy"Quote from - Helmuth von Moltke the Elder13 replies | 246 view(s)
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Yesterday, 07:55 AMDave Whitlock suggests using a UNI Knot7 replies | 134 view(s)
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Yesterday, 06:28 AMI agree with bocast with one caveat. Videos are very helpful but books in combination with videos are better. A book has an index an does not require...10 replies | 274 view(s)
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05-19-2013, 10:22 AMwwelz replied to a thread When do you decide to change flies on your rig? in General Fly Fishing DiscussionFishing correctly is a constant process of minor and major adjustments.The best fishermen are constantly adjusting with their presentation especially...13 replies | 246 view(s)
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05-18-2013, 12:33 PMI am a sucker for made in America Lamson Reels. I love the drag system and Lamson reels are very tough. I use my gear a lot consequently it takes a...4 replies | 91 view(s)
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05-16-2013, 06:29 AMDavy thanks for the very thoughtful reply- I have been working hard on wet fly techniques. I fish for a while and go back and watch Wet Fly Ways...10 replies | 274 view(s)
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05-15-2013, 06:56 PMI learn a lot from other fly fishermen and I like to pass on helpful tips. My friend Tom and I were at the Sow Bug festival in Arkansas. I was...3 replies | 122 view(s)
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05-15-2013, 09:41 AMGreat report - I use the triple threat tied in many sizes and weights and it works everywhere. I used to be in your shoes. I worked a lot by phone ....14 replies | 298 view(s)
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05-14-2013, 06:30 AMHey Davy - I have your video but I am looking for a book on wet flies . I have the Soft Hackled fly book by Sylvester Nemes. I also have wet flies by...10 replies | 274 view(s)
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05-13-2013, 04:46 PMThanks Aaron7 replies | 106 view(s)
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05-13-2013, 03:06 PMI was told that lubricating the waterproof zipper on my Reddington sonic pros with paraffin was a good way to lubricate the zipper and prevent the...7 replies | 106 view(s)
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05-12-2013, 08:37 AMI had a big surprise in February when I opened up the rod case that held my favorite dry fly rod ( a Winston 9ft boron ). The surprise was the tip...6 replies | 182 view(s)
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05-05-2013, 08:56 AMI only carry enough flies to last me the day. This is my theory- It is hard for me to loose more than four flies of any given pattern or weight in a...5 replies | 201 view(s)
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05-03-2013, 10:42 AMA sage rep told me to twist and pull at the same time. I had that problem on an orvis rod . I started using paraffin after that.8 replies | 209 view(s)
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05-02-2013, 10:05 AMI purchased the Sage ESN 11ft weight yesterday at the Blue Quill Angler outside of Denver . The shop is uphill from Denver almost 8000 feet according...1 replies | 139 view(s)
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05-01-2013, 09:55 AMHere is the bare bones equipment list- Vice most important. I would recommend a rotary for a novice because you can rotate the fly to look at your...11 replies | 249 view(s)
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04-30-2013, 07:05 AMTippet rings come in many sizes. I use the 2mm small size for my dry fly leader. I use the 3mm size for eu nymphing much bigger and easier to tie on.6 replies | 225 view(s)
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04-28-2013, 03:03 PMThanks Plannettrout8 replies | 219 view(s)
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04-28-2013, 07:47 AMThanks- It sinks like a rock and catches fish. Browns have a particular fondness for this fly3 replies | 143 view(s)
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04-27-2013, 03:00 PMI recently bought some Clear Goo and having some fun using it on a few nymphs. Here is one that came out ok except for the Goo on the hook barb.3 replies | 143 view(s)
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04-27-2013, 12:30 PMDubbn- Do you ever use hen saddles or partridge feathers or do you always use the hen necks ?8 replies | 219 view(s)
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04-27-2013, 12:05 PMThanks Dubbn- I will give it a try8 replies | 219 view(s)
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04-27-2013, 07:40 AMI do not like the way my size 18 and 20 soft hackle flies look. I am satisfied with my technique for soft hackles down to size 16. I have tried...8 replies | 219 view(s)
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04-25-2013, 07:24 AMKevin- I tried weighing each fly and organizing them in .05 gram. It was tedious and required tying a lot of flies. I agree with you on that point. ...23 replies | 924 view(s)
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04-24-2013, 09:48 AMdyberrybrookies- I think your approach is correct. The scale gives you an idea where you are with the weight of your flies. Reproducing your ties...23 replies | 924 view(s)
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04-24-2013, 07:13 AMDavy - The size 20 deer hair caddis I used is a pattern you developed. What a great easy to tie fly6 replies | 225 view(s)
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04-22-2013, 11:03 AMI am on the case tying some of those emergers. Thanks for the replies6 replies | 225 view(s)
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04-22-2013, 10:34 AMHalliday- here is the Partridge and Orange I tie. I do not tie the classic fly. Instead I use CDC under the Partridge which is also the abdomen. I...23 replies | 924 view(s)
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04-22-2013, 08:45 AMlast night I was fishing soft hackles on a 6x tippet without much luck . There was a caddis hatch fish were jumping out of the water all around me...6 replies | 225 view(s)
About wwelz
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- Date of Birth
- August 7, 1947 (65)
About wwelz
- Biography:
- I have been fly fishing for over fifty years. I am married with five kids and four grand children . My wife is the best catch I ever made
- Location:
- Brooklyn,ct
- Interests:
- RV travel , Politics, photography
- Occupation:
- Semi Retired union organizer
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