got word the other day, much to the chagrin of my wife, that my buddy dave out in idaho, is packing up a and shipping out a box of goodies from lamson….

lamson_radiuslamson_litespeed

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posted by bota, filed under fly fishing. date: August 26, 2008, 10:49 am | No Comments »

The NY Times had a feature article about Pebble Mine and Bristol Bay in preparation for Tuesdays vote.Also check out the image gallery and short video clip.  To help contribute and learn more check out Alaskans for Clean Water.

posted by bota, filed under fly fishing, places. date: August 25, 2008, 1:55 pm | No Comments »

this should do the trick….

wake-bacon-open

the wake n’ bacon

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posted by bota, filed under fly fishing. date: August 21, 2008, 2:20 am | No Comments »

patagonia put up a few new fly fishing items that look awfully appealing…

insulator-jacketstormfront-pack

insulator jacket specs (via patagonia.com):

  • Large front cargo pockets accessed through water-resistant, angled vertical zips
  • Saltwater-friendly Vislon main zipper backed by windflap
  • Protected zinger attachment points
  • Houdini® drawcord at hem
  • Brushed-fleece lined handwarmer pockets and collar
  • Snagfree, streamlined cuffs
  • Internal zippered chest pocket; modified Y-Joint™ shoulders and articulated elbows for easy movement; distinctive fish logo on collar
  • Shell: 9.8-oz Polartec® Power Shield® polyester laminate bonded to a 8.8-oz 47% nylon, 45% polyester, 8% spandex dobby weave with 4-way stretch and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish. Collar: 4.3-oz polyester fleece (50% recycled)
  • 703 g (24.8 oz)

stormfront pack specs (via patagonia.com):

  • New easy-to-use waterproof main zipper
  • Waterproof welded pod
  • Internal custom-fit padded gear case
  • Detachable harness transforms Stormfront® Pack into a perfect skiff or driftboat drybag
  • Streamlined harness/connection system provides additional storage and tool attachment space
  • External mesh hydration reservoir pocket
  • Internal mesh pocket for additional organization and protection
  • Body: 11.5-oz 420-denier polyurethane-coated nylon plain-weave
  • 729 g (1 lb 10 oz)

posted by bota, filed under fly fishing. date: August 13, 2008, 6:15 am | No Comments »

the patagonia summer sale started today. who doesn’t need a pair of marlwalker boots for $46?

posted by bota, filed under fly fishing. date: August 12, 2008, 6:14 am | No Comments »