Monthly Archives: February 2012

Hattery and Badassery

February 16, 2012

Special delivery from General Alexander Landeen: The patch reminded me of another warrior of the fly, Admiral Jean-Paul Lipton. He earned his fifth star, recognition as an Idylwilde Flies Signature Tier… To each I salute. MG signing off (to wear … Continue reading →

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Carp have arrived. Again.

February 13, 2012

A long time ago, in a galaxy far far away, it was the Wall Street Journal. Now Chris Santella of the New York Times reminds the incredulous fly angler why the real action can be found right out the back … Continue reading →

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Probably Zombie Proof Too: The Fishpond Nimbus Guide Pack

February 1, 2012

Years ago I decided I didn’t want anything hanging off my shoulders besides the dreadful burden of catching fish. So I shed the vest in favor of a waist pack, caught more fish, and consumed more 7-11 Big Bites (which … Continue reading →

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