@@castingacross Thanks, you didn't mention that when discussing equipment requirements. I once saw a video showing how to catch long loops with the last three fingers of your stripping hand. Thought maybe you used that method.
Another focussed and informative podcast. I am still too new to fly fishing to be stymied by standard practice, but would make all the mistakes this podcast seems to guide me past. Thanks! BTW, did you buy the multi tools for your sons one at a time so you could justify getting $44 of other gear in order to get free shipping?
No library for any angler is complete without some of the Roderick Haig Brown books. He mainly covered the Pacific Northwest salmonids but his many books were masterpieces. A River Never Sleeps was particularly good. His books were classics. I was a young aspiring fly angler in the 60/70’s when I first started reading his books.
I found pair of Abel nippers on a fishing trip several years ago. I would never have spent the money they cost but now that I own them, yeah I would spend the money for them. they are worth it.
I do think that a lot of people balk at the price tag without giving things a chance. Some might still turn nice nippers down, but others will be willing to spend the money.
Felt all the way rubber boots good for hiking , still slippery on rocks ans with studs grip gets bettrr but just as slippery on rocky stream banks . Chose wisely
My first and only experience with a rubber-soled wading boot (Simms G3 Vibram Idrogrip sole) almost cost me my life. If I hadn't been wearing an inflatable life vest, I would have drowned. Rubber soles of any kind are NO WHERE NEAR as slip resistant as a felt sole. What a waste of $450 ... I put my life ahead of concerns about transferring invasive species.
Hi Rick. I'm sorry to hear about that terrible experience! There are certainly plenty of surfaces that are not ideal for rubber. But I can anecdotally say the same thing for felt. It is good to know the pros, cons, and limitations of each.
if your spending more than $20 on a pair of nippers your a pretentious A-Hole. which i am as i bought a pair of SIMMS Pro Nipper just as an item of jewellery for my fishing vest! Honestly a pair of nail clippers are just as good, but you cannot make someone jealous with a pair of nail clippers, which i used for about 20 years and worked perfectly fine. and if i wanted to clean a hook eye I just stuck another hook in it!
Hi Dave. I don't have a wide foot, so I have never really investigated. That being said, I know the platform/footbed that the Redington boots are built on is the widest I've fished with recently. There are other, more rugged models that might be worth checking out.
6$ Amazon nippers w nail knot tool, file, rubber grip, hook eye cleaning tool, and sharp nips that could cut glass. Happy so far… let ya know after I use em…. Not really though….
I was hoping to learn what size boot to buy. If I wear size 14 boot do I buy size 14 wading boot expecting it to fit over my neoprene wader foot? Or do I buy larger boots and if so how many sizes larger?
Great question. It really depends on the manufacturer. That being said, these days I've found that most are true to size: I wear the same wading boot size as my shoe. If your shoe is a half size, I'd suggest going up. But head to a fly shop and try some on, if possible - that is the best way to figure it out.
I wonder if you got an answer to your question about size. I wear 13EEEEEE. It’s annoying how wading boot manufacturers give us pretty much ZERO information on the width of their products. Because my foot is so wide, should I buy a 15 and then fill the space with neoprene booties? No handy fly shops to try on different brands, of course.
They will work in a pinch, but they might not dry out very quickly or give you the traction you’re going to need. Fit (with waders) will be an issue, too.
@@castingacross, I see. As I would not like to spend much - I am not really a fisherman -, can I opt for a pair of wading boots which will be good under most circumstances?
Something like that is a must for bass and pike fishing. We use a lot of heavy mono, fluoro and wire. Your little trout nippers just aren’t going to cut it. Pun not intended.
However, the attached storage bag isn't big enough. I'm considering cutting it off. It's a pain to oragami this thing into a small shape, and then contort it into the attached bag. The bag needs to be larger, and hang further from the main body of the landing pad. If you buy this, make peace with wadding it up and stuffing it somewhere else, or use a tiny laundry bag.
You make a great point about sharpening. As a culture, we've lost an appreciation for sharpening everything from knives to nippers. It makes a huge difference!
I have tried over a dozen kinds of nippers over the years. All have disappointed me in some way. None have worked any better than the nail clippers I used as a kid. Of course I'd be laughed off the water with those now. And I won't spend $100 on nippers. No way. But they probably are the best performers.
I tried desiccant floatant years ago but it didn’t seem to work more than a few drifts. I went to amadou patches and will often press the fly a couple times to dry it and then add some liquid flotant. That has worked much better IMO. AK Best was quoted as saying he won’t use the powder flotant ..... it dries your fly because it’s able to wick the water. When you pull your fly out of the bottle it’s coated in powder designed to attract water. My experience tends to validate AK’s point. Some people like the powdery stuff ....but I will stick with the amadou fast dry ....and more gink or loon acquel liquid.
Hi Douglas. You make a good point. Casting right back out with a powder-coated fly isn't the way to do it. A good blow or series of false casts will clear it off, though.
Great video. But what size? Should we order 1 sizer bigger with compensation with the stocking size? Or stick to the exact size of our boots? Wonder if that would be to small. Just getting into fly fishing here. Love it so far. Thanks
Good question. For a shoe like the Astral, I order true to size. They're not meant to accommodate a neoprene bootie. With traditional wading boots, I always check the manufacturer's recommendation - or better, try them on. Usually they're sized with a thick sock/stocking in mind.
That is a big rod! I bet it works great for larger rivers, though. Definitely check out this rod. For the money you can not beat it. Feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions.
Thanks, Matthew. Once I have the Genesis 3WT rod with Armor 3/4 WT reel, I will try it out for a few expeditions. I am thinking about the Genesis 5WT rod and Gideon 5/6 WT reel for an all-around set up.
Hi, I did like your review and comments. I am 80 + years old and have been fishing since I was a young teenager. I now fish for trout in a fast running boulder strewn river on the NZ volcanic plateau. I fish for a week every couple of months and have tested most fly fishing manufacturers gear to its limits. I too can recommend the Redington boots as they have lasted me into the first trip of the second season. The laces are wearing out fast and the studs stay in for only a few weeks. Some places I have to walk for about 45 minutes to reach a pool and then fish for six hours. So, mi gear gets a good workout. No, and I repeat NO pair of boots or waders have lasted me more then a season! The only bit of wearable gear that has lasted me is the Simms wading jacket, although I have had problems with the wrist straps de-laminating and that the actual wrist opening is too tight and it’s a real struggle to pull my wrists out of the sleeves. I still have my original sets of rods and reels, but the rest of the gear needs constant renewal. I can understand rods and reels breaking, but then they do carry a lifetime warrantee, the wearable fishing gear in comparison to our hunting gear is absolutely crap. Keep up the good work. Nil desperandum. Harera....
Thanks for the comment and the review! There are some folks, like yourself, that experience conditions that few ever do. Hopefully the fishing makes it all worthwhile.
Casting Across Hi, thanks for your comment etc. Yes, the effort is worthwhile, especially this year as it started with the brownees making their run in February and they were huge, I have not seen such good fish for over 30 years. When the Steelhead jacks started their run this winter they were deep and strong, they are huge and so are the hens. If we come out of Lockdown we will take a week off and go fishing in 3 weeks time. Fingers crossed! Harera....
Did you intentionally quote Willy Wonka? LOL You must be unusually rough on your gear. I have had the same Simms waders for 15+ years. The boots fall apart every few years, but the waders are still in excellent condition. The most important thing I have learned about protecting waders is to never step on anything with the neoprene stockings. My friend taught me to pull out the rubber floor mat from my car, and stand on that while changing into my waders. Just one step onto a small rock can easily puncture the stocking. I have seen guys walking along the river bank or in the parking lot without their wading boots, and I am certain they have leaky waders. I often fish in frozen rivers, so any leak is unacceptable.
@@castingacross Good to know. I have a one month old Redington VICE 8WT Combo with an i.D reel. My line does not come close to "shooting" like in the videos I see. I wonder if I need to use line dressing or a fly line upgrade is in order. I have cleaned the line with liquid hand soap and warm water. That being said, I think a 3WT would be good for small streams and panfish - looks like fun.
Casting Across Since I am a newbie with 1 month experience, I am sure I need to work on my technique. It may be a good idea to video what I am doing to identify bad form.
@@castingacross I took the plunge and ordered the Risen Genesis 3WT with the Armor 3/4 reel (you have to keep checking their website for availability). They sent me an e-mail to thank me for my order and I sent a reply asking if I ordered the backing and fly line would they be able to set it up on the reel. They were more than happy to do so and my order is on my way to me. Can't wait to try it out!
Matt, Great information. I get multiple seasons out of a line, just by cleaning it every season. Once lines start cracking, it retains water in the branded core, then its time to change it out. Again, great comparison and info. It's essential to find a line that matches your rod and casting style. Many thanks and tight lines, Lou
I know this particular video was about the rod, but I'd also really like to see a how-to for fishing a small stream like that: short casts? Bow-and arrow? How do you keep your backcast out of the shrubs? Etc.
I have the tightline deluxe. It is well made a nice design. But 2 things I hate. The strap rubs my neck. And to your question, yes it when you bend over or gave to climb around boulders here in the Smokies, it always slips around front. I’m shopping for a new pack. I can’t recommend this one
@@andrewwilson8374 . I got a Summit Sling. Hated it due to stowing the net. I have a fishing buddy that is using the Sling and he has the same complaint. Net stow is terrible. I bought a Fishpond vest and I love it
