Posted on February 17 2010
I finally found a day to sneak away to North Carolina to go fly fishing with a couple of friends. Winter fishing on the Davidson River is something that I really enjoy. Tiny flies and the prospect of big fish make the three hour there and back worth it.
I spent the better part of the day fishing the Hardy "Glass Test" four weight with a newly acquired Hardy Featherweight reel. In my mind this Hardy fly rod didn't look right until there was a Hardy reel hanging off of it too.
As typical when fishing the Davidson River it was all about midges, a bit of weight, and picking apart likely spots in the river.
This brown trout took a size 22 brown WD-40 fished deep and he made my day.
There are few things as stunning as a large brown trout with golden flanks splattered with black ink spots.
For all my Hardy peeps out there. The "Glass Test" can get it done.
After years of not worrying about lunch or even carrying water with me on trips it's been great making a point to enjoy a well thought out lunch. Warm soup and a sandwich were welcome after hours of standing in the cold.
This was the first trip with my Goertzen Adventure Equipment Fly Fishing Lanyard and I am really impressed. These lanyards have several genius features and are very comfortable to wear all day. The Recycled Waders Messenger Creel has moved to the front of the gear bag carry options since I am able to carry fly and camera gear with room to spare.
About the time the sun was starting it's way behind the mountains we were packed and heading home. An enjoyable day away and so nice to touch the first trout of the new year. More trips to follow!
I spent the better part of the day fishing the Hardy "Glass Test" four weight with a newly acquired Hardy Featherweight reel. In my mind this Hardy fly rod didn't look right until there was a Hardy reel hanging off of it too.
As typical when fishing the Davidson River it was all about midges, a bit of weight, and picking apart likely spots in the river.
This brown trout took a size 22 brown WD-40 fished deep and he made my day.
There are few things as stunning as a large brown trout with golden flanks splattered with black ink spots.
For all my Hardy peeps out there. The "Glass Test" can get it done.
After years of not worrying about lunch or even carrying water with me on trips it's been great making a point to enjoy a well thought out lunch. Warm soup and a sandwich were welcome after hours of standing in the cold.
This was the first trip with my Goertzen Adventure Equipment Fly Fishing Lanyard and I am really impressed. These lanyards have several genius features and are very comfortable to wear all day. The Recycled Waders Messenger Creel has moved to the front of the gear bag carry options since I am able to carry fly and camera gear with room to spare.About the time the sun was starting it's way behind the mountains we were packed and heading home. An enjoyable day away and so nice to touch the first trout of the new year. More trips to follow!
