Recent content by Skimr

I have a Dakota 283 crate. Really stout, very heavy and can be strapped down in the bed of the truck. Have a 75 lb lab and use the XL. Use it as a sleeping crate so full of pads when go upland hunting. They are spendy, but sometimes they have scratch and dent sales and you can get a good deal...

I have an Orvis Helios 3F 3wt EN rod. Is 10’6”. Really like it. Has lots of power in the butt, but a nice sensitive tip.

Good idea to be thinking about what’s to come. A few thoughts * plan on doing something as soon as you retire that will allow you to forget work. That could be moving into a new house or going on a vacation. At the end of that activity you will likely find you have made a good transition away...

I’m another one who cooks it like Zak. 130 degree internal, cover and rest, thin cut across grain. Perfect every time. Never any leftovers. The rub is instant espresso, chocolate powder, cayenne pepper and a couple of other spices.

Not sure if you do Facebook, if so check out the NW Flytyer and Flyfishing page at https://www.facebook.com/nwflytyingexpo. They have contact info on their page and should be able to hook you up with someone. I had a 1 hr session in March at the expo and the instructor helped me a lot. Good luck

2 primary rods. A Livingston Western Glass 8’ 6” 5wt. A blast to fish. I’m learning to overcome my bad casting habits and still learning this rod. Sensitive, deep bending and has soul. Second rod is an Epic 370 fastglass 7’ 3wt. This is one sweet rod. Casts quite well both near and in the...

I don’t tie flies so can’t help there, but I do fish these for both browns and rainbows here in Oregon. I have both the chenille and the soft plastic style. Both work. I’ve been transitioning to the chenille as I then don’t have to worry about whether plastics are banned. I primarily use while...

I’ve got an Epic 370 (7’ 3wt) that is an absolute blast to fish. Sweet casting and has handled browns up to 16” very well. I built it from a kit which was fun. If looking to buy a prebuilt rod check out Graywolf rods https://www.graywolfrods.com/for-sale excellent reputation.

Sounds like a good day to have been out on the water, even if didn’t catch much. Fall days are pretty special

Lamprey info here https://www.dfw.state.or.us/fish/species/docs/lamprey/LampreyTrifold.pdf

I’m a Windy app believer. you can zoom in to where you want, tap on the map and get point specific info. Just another great tool in the box.

My wife uses a lobster cracker like this one. Works great. Keep at home, car, truck and trailer. Highly recommend.

My son recommends Nostrana. Never been there myself, but he eats at high end places all over the country so trust his judgement on a recommendation. https://nostrana.com/menu/

@Brute - it’s a great staff. My Simms is now my backup. It doesn’t flex like some of the thinner staffs and provides great support both in water and on rocky ground