Quick Trip to the Hiwassee (TN)

I had some afternoon business in Cleveland, Tennessee, yesterday, and just happened to have some of my fishing gear in the trunk of my car.  I got to the river about 5:30 p.m.  The only rod in my car was my 8 weight, but they were pushing two generators, so I thought it might fun to chuck some meat.  It took me a while to get rigged up, but I finally got set up with a big Alaskan Steelhead fly.  I think it's supposed to imitate a chunk of salmon flesh.  I haven't waded the Hiwassee on two generators in a long time.

Gubna & Lieutenant Gubna

Went on a short hike with the family to Cohutta and helped my 3 year old land his second fish on the fly!  I managed to catch a redeye bass as well. 

Louisiana

In the Loop

In the Loop - Modern Tactics on the Fly. Check out the trailer.

Handmade Fishing Nets

Check out this website for a great looking selection of handmade fishing nets:  http://www.stevensnets.com/products.html

Buying Great American Made Gear at a Good Price

Lately I've put a premium on buying fly fishing gear that is made in the USA.  For me, it's not necessarily a patriotic gesture, but rather, a feeling that the quality is superior.  Of course, the price for American made fly fishing gear is often not worth the perceived difference in quality. It all started a few years ago when I purchased my 2nd set of waders in less than two years only to have them leak on my first trip.