The Steelie Rod You Always Wanted

Only $265 at Whitakers

ORVIS - TLS Power Matrix 10' 7-wt. Tip Flex 4 PieceExtra length with mid-flex power and touch make this an ideal travel rod.-Woven graphite reel insert, anodized aluminum hardware. -High-strain, high-impact graphite for power and accuracy. -New thermoplastic-enriched thermoset-resin/scrim matrix (same as T3) for power and durability. -Proven TLS compound tapers. -Durable aluminum oxide stripping guide, chrome snake guides and tip top.-Durable protective finish. -AA grade cork grip. -Hard case covered in high denier nylon with nylon-lined internal dividers. -Made in Manchester, Vermont. -25-Year Guarantee.

River View House

Found this on YOUTUBE today...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZ2X702Yie4

This is the place Nori & I stayed at this summer in Craig, MT
We stayed in the lower level.

Too cool...

A Handy Assist for Tactical Smokeless Tobacco

The Blade-Tech Tactical Can Pouch!

For the dipper who has everything.

Very handy for those who "lose" their tin on a regular basis.

On sale now @ 20% off @ http://www.blade-tech.com/TCP-Tactical-Can-Pouch-pr-1156.html#product_images

Recommendation: holiday gift approved.

Sweeeeet Softshell...

Before committing to a new Patagonia or North Face shell check out the high speed, low drag outerwear at TAD Gear.

This is their "Robin Hoodie."

The TAD product description:
The Robin Hoodie is another style in our popular and growing "Street Discreet" product line. This style has a great cut for every day wear around town, and the sharp looks of fine men's designer wear. However, unlike most other brands, our pieces perform as great as they look.
We use the finest technical performance fabrics and core outdoor construction to maximize the versatility and usability of the SoftShell Robin Hoodie. The 2L Sharkskin is a classic weight for cooler temps , high breathability, and overall every day comfort around town or a walk thru the woods. Water resistant, wind proof outer shell with DWR, and backed with soft next to skin technical poly fleece. As most of our outerwear pieces, we feature numerous useful pockets for all of our modern personal accessories from iPods to cell phones. When you see this jacket in person for the first time take a close look at the fine subtle details; invisible stitched pockets, roomy hood, high neck integrated collar, and more. Without our Velcro loop swatches on the sleeves, the look of our Robin Hoodie series is decidedly more refined, yet fully capable. The Sharkskin Softshell has a great drape and body, the fit is tailored, yet allows for CCW without obvious printing, and enhances any outfit you wear it with.

Find it at: http://tadgear.com/x-treme%20gear/apparel%20main/robin_hoodie_ss.htm

Recommendation: holiday gift approved.

Survival Bracelet

In case of emergency unravel to access up to 20 feet of paracord.

This item while very stylish, would be extremely useful for tying up drunken Johno just before he starts threatening to start a knife fight.

See it at Survival Straps http://www.survivalstraps.com/survivalbracelets.html

Approved for Christmas gift giving!

Vally Forge Convention Center Gun Show

December 20 - 22

VALLEY FORGE GUN SHOW
Valley Forge Gun Collectors

A gun show in the Truest American Tradition. Buy - Sell - Trade, Modern and Antique firearms, ammunition, military surplus, and much more. Free parking, Free appraisals.

610-975-0877

www.valleyforgegunshow.com

Show Dates and Times:
12/19 (Friday) - 4pm to 8pm
12/20 (Saturday) - 9am to 5pm
12/21 (Sunday) - 9am to 4pm

Admission cost: Adults - $9 Children under 12 - Free

This Is Fly Issue 13 is out!

This Is Fly Issue 13...

Make sure you launch the mix tape of unusual Christmas music.

Check out Stu's Orgasmic World Famous Fly Shop on page 23

http://www.stusflyshop.com/default.asp

The list of Chistmas gifts is also inspiring, you can get me number one and Nori wants number 11

Enjoy!

http://www.thisisfly.com/

Discovered at Glacier National Park...

Budweiser and/or Bud Light mixed with Clamato juice, Chelada.

It appears to be AB's translation of a traditional Mexican drink, ala beer with lime and salt. Chelada translates roughly to, "my cold beer." And it is in a tallboy can!
Couldn't resist urge to try! Opted for the Bud Light Chelada.
Transported back to motel room and experienced, very interesting.
Definitely not like a bloody mary, more like fizzy watered down Clamato juice.
Might have been a bit better with a shot or two of Tabasco, but none was at hand.

Recommendation: may accompany a breakfast burrito quite well and may suit some as "hair of the dog" for particularly rough morning afters. Other than that, you're on your own.
But then again, it is in a can...

The BIG one...

Unfortunately I have, ahem "responsibilities" this weekend.
I'll have to live through the Minions vicariously on this one.
Have fun!

At the Harrisburg Farm Show Complex...

February 7th thru 15th the one and only Sportsmans Show!
I'm up for a combo fishing / show trip in the H'burg area.
Curli's place for the meet?

http://www.sport.reedexpo.com/App/homepage.cfm?moduleid=1867&appname=100280