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If you love to nail a big bluegill or shellcracker on a fly rod, this is your group.

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Comment by Jeremy R. Mayo on April 21, 2009 at 12:53pm
Oh how I would love to break my state record but Ironicly Al. has the world record and its been in the books for a long long time now. 5lb Bluegill.... Only something for me to dream about!

The best of luck on your quest for fame Mr. Torres!
Comment by steve b on April 10, 2009 at 5:17am
Took an un-marked Bambo rod into Orvis Tionesta yrs ago. Owner grabbed a pile of his own reels up and took me out back to the rear parking lot. He casted until he got a smile on his face, turned to me and said, 5wt ! He thanked me for the interesting problem, as he said he was tired of selling long underwear and freeze dried food. He then showed pics of a recent Alaska trip he'd been on, WOW ! Point is, you may have to wing it, and decide for yorself what WT line to use. steve b
Comment by Howard Webster on April 9, 2009 at 4:50pm
Mike the only thing written on the rod itself is ("Beans LL")
The tube still has the tag that warns about making sure it is dry after use and it says 8 foot 6 inches LL Flyrod. Also Doug after seeing the price of Bamboo I think I will use the grapih rod that I bought on saturday until I know what I am doing
Comment by Howard Webster on April 8, 2009 at 4:33pm
The rod in the picture below was my Dads fly rod. He used it once 60 years ago and caught 10 small mouth bass with dragon fly larva. It was bought from LL Beans It does not say what fly line weight to use on the rod Dad was never much interested in fishing and I never knew he had this rod. Any ideas on what to use would help
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Comment by Howard Webster on April 6, 2009 at 1:38pm
After joining this group and reading all the comments I bought a new flyrod . I actually started fishing with an old telescoping fly rod I used it like a longpole.
Comment by Eric White on March 15, 2009 at 8:40pm
late season sneak a little piece of crawler or red worm on the hook you might be suprised
Comment by gillbum on March 12, 2009 at 11:21am
gillbum here,

I generally start the first 6 weeks of the season fishing for trout. When the gills start to get active and the waters warm to their liking, is when I start fishing for them. During the course of a season (year) I probably fish more for gills than I do any other fish, partly because of where I live and partly because it's been my routine for well over 50 years. This works out well for me, because trout hold my interest during the period of time that gills are on the beds and then when the spawn is over I can concentrate on them (and occasionally bass) during the rest of the year. I don't bother the gills when they are spawning unless it's a catch and release outing. After that I go after them with a passion and leave the trout alone during the hot months when they are easily stressed. In the northeast that's a win..win proposition all around. For me and the fish.

gw

gb
Comment by shooter on March 10, 2009 at 5:11pm
hi rob glade to see you here,that fly rod got you ,you have been born again.


gators stink
Comment by robsabloke on March 10, 2009 at 2:45pm
Hi Everyone... I am primarily an ultra-light Gill man. I have fished for them using fly fishing gear but have never really put in the same effort that I did into Ultra Lite. I plan to change this with your help. I have caught Bluegill and Redear on fly fishing gear and the thrill is amazing. I tie my own jigs and flies with my boy Jon Jon and have had success. There is nothing like catching a Bull Gill on an imitation fly or even better a creation all your own.
I Look forward to learning from you guys.
Rob
 

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