Went for a little walk today. Walked through the vet school and then up through Dawsholm Park…..it is incredible how close you actually are to city life… from that ….to this all in the space of around 15 mins walk. Ive never noticed this tree before.. I actually had to have it pointed out to…
Bulbo Toadfoot!!
Bulbo Toadfoot…..thats my hobbit name that is…..check out your hobbit name HERE
New waders!!
I got my new waders yesterday. unfortunetly they were exactly one size too big. It was hilarious……claire said i looked like a CLOWN!!! Sent them back and should have a new pair in a few days. Looking forward to it, the river is looking MIGHTY!!
First outing…blanked!!
Woohoo, first day out this season and i blanked. There was not much fly life although I did see a couple of rises. Ironically just now as i sit typing this the sun is streaming through the window and this might have sparked some life into teh insects. It was not all bad however, I…
OOhhhhh a picture I didnt post!!
Was this one here Looks nice eh. Today when Claire was in the garage i got i went out and had a look down at the river. Seen a trout rise for a fly. Thats like the first rise ive seen all year. Someone mailed me to tell me they got another fish yesterday…..obviously just…
Site update!
Updated the site, like I said I went for a walk the other day. You can get it here….on this link
Furled Leaders
Ive bought one of those furled leaders over at Highlanders site. . They look mighty fine. They are hand-woven leaders & represent a vast improvement over nylon & braided types. For top water & sub surface fly fishing they are without equal. Construction…..Take over 90ft of premium nylon, twist & counter twist to form what…
Nice Roots!
Seen some nice roots as well. Some amazing trees. Alistair
The Park
Went for a walk yesterday down through Kelvingrove Park to scout it out for the new season. Its looking absolutelly lovely. There is a couple of weirs like this and there is some lovely fly water all around this area. Those rocks just look perfect for a litte wet fly. I had a mail today…