Backup Rig

Been wanting to get a spinning rod/reel outfit as a backup for when the wind
is just to much for my fly casting abilities. Picked up a Shimano, Stradic
1000FH (2#-6#) at Bass Pro since they had a wee bit of a sale going on. Now
I want to get a multi-piece rod that breaks down so each section is under
31" - the size of my carry-on rod/reel case. Orvis has a spinning rod with
case ( SI8157-53-65 ) plus a model that comes with two butt sections
(fly/spin) that are priced in the $140 to $160 range.

St. Croix doesn't appear to have a rod in the mid-price range that will
break down that small. Even a 6' two piece rod will be to long (36"). I
looked at a Browning 3 piece (which Bass Pro now owns) and just wasn't crazy
about the feel as compared to a St. Croix one piece rod they had. Most
spinning rods I looked at had a long grip behind the reel seat (not the St.
Croix though) making the rod look like a mini two-handed spey rod. For what
reason do you need a two hand grip on light gear like this? Felt
weird.....and although the rod and reel balanced nicely (right in front of
the reel seat), it just did not feel right for some reason.

Any recommendations?

Thanks,

Bob S.

On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:25:12 -0400, "BobS" wrote:

Been wanting to get a spinning rod/reel outfit as a backup for when the wind
is just to much for my fly casting abilities. Picked up a Shimano, Stradic
1000FH (2#-6#) at Bass Pro since they had a wee bit of a sale going on. Now
I want to get a multi-piece rod that breaks down so each section is under
31" - the size of my carry-on rod/reel case. Orvis has a spinning rod with
case ( SI8157-53-65 ) plus a model that comes with two butt sections
(fly/spin) that are priced in the $140 to $160 range.

St. Croix doesn't appear to have a rod in the mid-price range that will
break down that small. Even a 6' two piece rod will be to long (36"). I
looked at a Browning 3 piece (which Bass Pro now owns) and just wasn't crazy
about the feel as compared to a St. Croix one piece rod they had. Most
spinning rods I looked at had a long grip behind the reel seat (not the St.
Croix though) making the rod look like a mini two-handed spey rod. For what
reason do you need a two hand grip on light gear like this? Felt
weird.....and although the rod and reel balanced nicely (right in front of
the reel seat), it just did not feel right for some reason.

Any recommendations?

Thanks,

Bob S.

http://www.instantfisherman.net/

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)

On Aug 19, 1:33 am, daytripper wrote:

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)- Hide quoted text -


Oh screw that, he can put this one in his shirt pocket.

http://www.fishpen.com/index.html?di...E08C A9DA54AE

"Wayne Knight" wrote in message
ps.com...
On Aug 19, 1:33 am, daytripper wrote:

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)- Hide quoted text -


Oh screw that, he can put this one in his shirt pocket.

http://www.fishpen.com/index.html?di...E08C A9DA54AE


What a concept !

But it's limited to catching fish up to two pounds and breaks easily causing
sharp splinters. Must be you have to hang a sign on your hook to tell
Charlie Tuna he can't bite this one.

Gotta love these marketers....

Bob S.

"daytripper" wrote in message
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On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:25:12 -0400, "BobS" wrote:

http://www.instantfisherman.net/

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)


Now, if I only had a scooter........

er.... Thanks.... I think.... well maybe, but than again....perhaps I shall
give this one some more thought...(nano-second passes).....that's enough...


I do appreciate your weird sense of humor though.....;-)

Bob S.

BobS typed:
"daytripper" wrote in message
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On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:25:12 -0400, "BobS" wrote:

http://www.instantfisherman.net/

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)

Now, if I only had a scooter........

er.... Thanks.... I think.... well maybe, but than again....perhaps I
shall give this one some more thought...(nano-second
passes).....that's enough...
I do appreciate your weird sense of humor though.....;-)

It's not so much a sense of humor as it is damage caused by that extra 1% of
DEET he uses.
--
TL,
Tim
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http://css.sbcma.com/timj

On Tue, 21 Aug 2007 15:11:44 -0400, "Tim J."
wrote:

BobS typed:
"daytripper" wrote in message
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On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:25:12 -0400, "BobS" wrote:

http://www.instantfisherman.net/

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)

Now, if I only had a scooter........

er.... Thanks.... I think.... well maybe, but than again....perhaps I
shall give this one some more thought...(nano-second
passes).....that's enough...
I do appreciate your weird sense of humor though.....;-)

It's not so much a sense of humor as it is damage caused by that extra 1% of
DEET he uses.

I didn't inhale. It.

/daytripper (And if elected, I refuse to serve. You. ;-)

On Aug 19, 1:33 am, daytripper wrote:
On Sat, 18 Aug 2007 23:25:12 -0400, "BobS" wrote:
Been wanting to get a spinning rod/reel outfit as a backup for when the wind
is just to much for my fly casting abilities. Picked up a Shimano, Stradic
1000FH (2#-6#) at Bass Pro since they had a wee bit of a sale going on. Now
I want to get a multi-piece rod that breaks down so each section is under
31" - the size of my carry-on rod/reel case. Orvis has a spinning rod with
case ( SI8157-53-65 ) plus a model that comes with two butt sections
(fly/spin) that are priced in the $140 to $160 range.

St. Croix doesn't appear to have a rod in the mid-price range that will
break down that small. Even a 6' two piece rod will be to long (36"). I
looked at a Browning 3 piece (which Bass Pro now owns) and just wasn't crazy
about the feel as compared to a St. Croix one piece rod they had. Most
spinning rods I looked at had a long grip behind the reel seat (not the St.
Croix though) making the rod look like a mini two-handed spey rod. For what
reason do you need a two hand grip on light gear like this? Felt
weird.....and although the rod and reel balanced nicely (right in front of
the reel seat), it just did not feel right for some reason.

Any recommendations?

Thanks,

Bob S.

http://www.instantfisherman.net/

/daytripper (And you can pack it on your scooter ;-)- Hide quoted text -

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Now does the instant fisherman launch a lure from your stomach? mind
blowing concept if it does. I think a headband with a fishing pole on
it would be nice too, with a launch button. That way you can sight
fish and propel instantly..that idea is up for grabs, all yours.
Janus

One of the my funniest experiences while fly-fishing was years ago on the
Trinity river. We were fishing for steelhead, but caught nothing all day,
not even a hint of a bite. My friend, just as a joke took out his backup rig
which was a "Pocket Fisherman" put on a single salmon egg,
and managed to hook and land a 6 pounder.
Picture of the "Pocket Fisherman"
http://dantat.typepad.com/dantat/ima..._fisherman.jpg
-tom

BobS wrote:
Been wanting to get a spinning rod/reel outfit as a backup for when the wind
is just to much for my fly casting abilities. Picked up a Shimano, Stradic
1000FH (2#-6#) at Bass Pro since they had a wee bit of a sale going on. Now
I want to get a multi-piece rod that breaks down so each section is under
31" - the size of my carry-on rod/reel case. Orvis has a spinning rod with
case ( SI8157-53-65 ) plus a model that comes with two butt sections
(fly/spin) that are priced in the $140 to $160 range.

St. Croix doesn't appear to have a rod in the mid-price range that will
break down that small. Even a 6' two piece rod will be to long (36"). I
looked at a Browning 3 piece (which Bass Pro now owns) and just wasn't crazy
about the feel as compared to a St. Croix one piece rod they had. Most
spinning rods I looked at had a long grip behind the reel seat (not the St.
Croix though) making the rod look like a mini two-handed spey rod. For what
reason do you need a two hand grip on light gear like this? Felt
weird.....and although the rod and reel balanced nicely (right in front of
the reel seat), it just did not feel right for some reason.

Any recommendations?

Thanks,

Bob S.


You might try Temple Fork Outfitters:

http://www.templeforkflyrods.com/conventional/

brians