Recent content by JakerH

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    Looking at Drift Boats

    So what's the problem then? Are you offended on their behalf? I didn't criticize him. I certainly didn't direct my comment to you. Same old wanking bs. Trailering the boat is by far the easiest part of a guides day. But you keep those keys warmed up. Smh.
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    Looking at Drift Boats

    I rowed a drift boat professionally for over 35 years. Anyone that struggles as much as you describe trailering one, has no business charging people money to be inside of it.
  3. JakerH

    Nymphing and Dry Fly General Purpose Trout Fly Rod

    Well sir, my experience leans a little different than the majority of posters here. Your own post states you caught four fish this year. I offer that a 3 weight is too big a leap for you, no offense. While I don't disagree that a 4 weight might serve your purposes, it's my perspective that you'd...
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    Looking at Drift Boats

    I think for a first drift boat, this pkg is a splendid deal. A new Clack with these features would cost twice the asking price plus of this boat. Just as a reference, the cover on that boat cost $600 new, and appears in great shape. The trailer is $1800- $2200. Anything lower priced would be...
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    Looking at Drift Boats

    I was a fly fishing guide for over thirty years and I've rowed several different brands and builds in drift boats. I'm not a fan of aluminum. The ones I've rowed were heavy in comparison to wood or glass, and in hot weather a hest sink. Like sitting in a frying pan. Clackacraft, Hyde and Ro...
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    Classic reel recommendations (3/4wt)

    I'll second the Sage 504L. Fits the foot criteria, easily change retrieve. Plus loads of soul. Downside is that it's collectible so the price is inflated. Seriously though... light years of mojo.
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