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Zach:
Add me to your email notification list. You never know what I might have in stock :-).
Randall had some amazing wood stock. I’m not even sure what the stump was, but he had stacks of it. Unfortunately, he lost it all and his house in a fire maybe just a year after I photographed him working in his shop in Bella Vista. I understand he has re-collected tools and is continuing to build rods.
His website is still up but has not been updated in a long time. Pictures of the burls are found at:
http://www.rifflewaterrods.com/Awesome%20Burl%20for%20Bamboo%20Fly%20Rod%20Reel%20Seat%20Inserts.htmScott
GBurgFisher:
If I can figure how to attach, here are some examples of some caps and rings and reel seats I photographed for rodbuilder Randall Gregory several years ago. The depth of field was too narrow, but the lighting seemed to work well. I was using the flash off shoe at an angle. It obviously creates a shadow, but I like the effect as it gives some depth to the reel seats.
Hope this helps. Of course, you may not want to spend the money for a flash cord, or you may not even have an external flash, but thought I’d mention it at least for future reference. I use the technique a lot for any kind of close up work.
Scott
You can reduce or eliminate reflection by using an off shoe flash cable and angling the flash on a different plane from the camera. Helps to use a tripod for the camera and hand hold the flash at the angle you want.
Scott
I’m with moosedog on this issue. Simms’ customer service has treated me fairly and promptly on the two occassions I had issues with them.
Nice images as usual Zach:) I was curious about the pattern in images 1 and 2 and in the bottom right hand corner of the fly box images- the rubber leg one. Is it a named pattern? or would you mind sharing the recipe? It looks very interesting!
Will
Moose- the Spiral/SNake Roll is a ridiculously great way to cover rising trout from a tube or boat. It lets you change direction over a very large arc 90 degs plus. Picture this, your fly is off to right, a trout rises off to your left. You can either ” round the flat clock” make all the false cast moves to get the line in line with the fish OR simply make a spiral and cover the fish in one move.Cool cast:)) I,d have to agree
In 40 years-plus of fishing seriously in the USA and abroad, I’d say the hex hatch in Michigan (Hexagenia limbata) ranks as the most awesome ever. Really, it’s indescribable. Must be experienced to be believed.
WBM
You’re an impressive young man, Zach. I sense good things for you ahead. But when it comes time for retirement — and it will happen faster than you could imagine — let me offer this: Retirement is everything it’s cracked up to be, and more. Now I wish I’d done it earlier. Enjoy the voyage.
WBM
Casual reader of the board. First post. I like the diversity of topics and keep coming back when I have some time. Thanks for a great board, Zach.
This topic caught my eye since I am a T&T “select” guide (their term). I’d be happy to try to answer any questions about the rods. Zach, next time you are in Rogers, and I’m around, you are welcome to cast them.
T&T is a small company that started out nearly 40 years ago as a cane rod manufacturer. They still make fine cane rods. With their lineup of cane and many double handed rod models, they have a strong following in the more traditional flyfishing markets.
Just a few comments about the models I have:
Light Presentation Series – this is an upgrade to the older Paradigm model which was built to mimic the feel of a cane rod. The Paradigms can still be special ordered. The LPS is a little faster rod but still excels as a small nymph, wet fly/dry fly rod. I simply don’t fish streamers on my 4 and 5 weights. This is a finesse rod.
Horizon
Nice post, PR. Know what you mean when it comes to dries — particularly this time of year. This morning on the South Platte I defied all known wisdom of that river by fishing a big, nasty rubber-legged stimulator, instead of the standard @22 copper john, or whatever. Sometimes I get some funny looks when I take this approach … and sometimes, like this morning, I get rewarded, big time.
I’d prefer catching two fish on dries to six while chunking lead. Just my preference. I don’t pretend to be a purist about it. Later in the day I was throwing streamers.
What I like best is making the fish conform to my wishes, instead of me conforming to theirs. Fish on.
WBM
Fabulous report and photos, splitshot! I’ve spent many happy days on the Encampment, and your post helped me retrieve some fine memories. Thanks for that.
WBM
Since no one else took up the query:)- Veniard Dyes are the best I have found for predictable colour and longevity- Kool Aid dyed material will “fade” fast in use .
Will
Well, I wish I could tell you, but unfortunately I’m back in Pittsburgh now. That fish was caught on the last day of a two week trip out there. Nymphing, hoppers and streamer fishing were phenomenal for us on the Madison and I can only imagine the cooler weather is only making the fishing even better.
