Fly Rod Theft

Shannon Long at Hook Flyfishing giving a interview to Denver's 7 news about the string of theft in the Denver Metro area Fly Shops.


There should be some news footage at 5:00 on News 7.

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~Andy Huber

The New Stickers are in

Better get in soon and get your Hook Flyfishing Sticker.

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~Andy Huber

Super Bowl 2010 Tip

Always Label your Beer.

you have just been Hooked
~Andy Huber

Ty Cliftons Free Big Fly Tying Demonstration

Ty is whipping up some of his monstrous flies for Taimen , Pike and Salt Water species. Some of these are 14" plus.

Fish ON!
--Shannon

The Non-Slip Loop Knot

-A great knot that will let your fly swing more freely in the water giving it a much more life-like appearance.



Fish ON!
--Shannon

The best damn Fishing Podcast Ep 30

hook flyfishing stream reports ep30 03feb10
bloggers, poachers and a Big A$$ from TX, The Brent Report and a Free book. Colorado Fly Fishing Reports. Hook Flyfishing Stream Report. Up-to-date, quality information about Colorado’s Front Range and Central Rockies watersheds and impoundments, Along with a Light hearted look at Fly fishing news. With the host Andy Huber and Co host Steve. And the producer Will Huber the 9 year old lego collector.


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~Andy Huber

Chung's RS-II a fishing pearl

"When I do some self-reflection, I think I must have been born an iconoclast," said Chung, who will be 76 in March, relaxing in the Hook Flyfishing shop in Highlands Ranch. "I've always questioned the traditional or the accepted way of doing things."


Read more: http://www.denverpost.com/headlines/ci_14320662#ixzz0eXtDVXdS


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~Andy Huber

Texas developer who wants to close the upper Taylor river

I received this Email It needed to be posted.


Hey gang, I'm sending an email to inform you that there is a hearing scheduled for Friday, February 8th at 1:30 pm, room 0107 of the capitol building. This bill is a response to a texas developer who wants to close the upper Taylor river, near Gunnison to the three outfitters that have been running this stretch commercially for as much as 33 years. While the bill deals only with commercial rafting, should it fail it will have much broader consequences to private boaters/fisherman as well. I've pasted a little background info on the dispute and the bill for you to read, as well as a copy of the letter sent by the developer to the rafting companies. The arrogance and utter contempt for boating rights is nothing short of disgusting. Janet and I are also working on a petition which we intend to circulate to all members of the Colorado Bar, which would basically support the passage of HB1188 and further pledge to oppose any future attempts to privatize OUR RIVERS. I intend to present a copy of the signed petition to each and every state lawmaker, as well as the Sheriffs and DA's of every county in the state.

If you share my love for fishing, rafting, and rivers in general, please join me in making our voices heard. Call or email your state representatives and urge them to support HB 1188.
The rivers of this state belong to ALL THE PEOPLE of this great nation. I'll sooner die fighting than allow OUR RIVERS to become the playthings of the rich and powerful.

THE LETTER (must read): http://www.croa.org/viabilityAct/jackson_ShawProperty.pdf



The representative just sent this to me. I thought I'd share it.

Colorado River Outfitters Association

SUPPORT HB 10-XXX

Commercial Outfitters Floating Act

Sponsors: Representative Curry and Senator Hodge


Commercial river running contributed $142 million to Colorado’s economy in 2008 when more than 500,000 people enjoyed our scenic rivers. Yet, the ability to provide commercial river running is under serious threat because wealthy out-of-state landowners want to prohibit licensed outfitters from providing trips on historically rafted rivers. The 2010 Commercial Outfitters Floating Act protects Colorado’s tourism industry by clarifying the rights of commercial guides to operate on Colorado’s historically run rivers.

Background

Commercial rafting contributed $142 million to Colorado’s economy in 2008 while providing river trips to more than 500,000 people.
Current state law is unclear regarding the ability of commercial outfitters to float through private property.
Problem

A new landowner purchased property to subdivide into ranchettes on the Taylor River near Gunnison and is threatening expensive legal action against commercial river outfitters, who have been providing river trips on the stretch of river for more than 20 years.
Another out-of-state landowner drove a small commercial outfitter out of business on the Lake Fork near Lake City under similar circumstances in 2000.
Commercial outfitters, the guides they employ, and the local economies that they support are at risk if landowners successfully prohibit them from floating on Colorado’s rivers.
What the Bill Does and Does Not Do

Establishes that licensed outfitters, floating on historically commercially floated rivers, cannot be charged with civil trespass if they make accidental contact with the bed or banks of Colorado’s rivers, or portage around hazards that would put their passengers at risk.
Makes no changes to the rights that private boaters currently have.
Clearly protects landowners from liability if a rafter is injured while passing through their property.
Does not change the ability of landowners to construct facilities on their property.

Consequence If Not Approved

The ability of Colorado’s $142 million river rafting industry to operate on Colorado’s rivers would be put at serious risk.

For more information please contact Adam Eichberg (303-204-6930) or Will Coyne (720-308-7931)
Thanks for your time,


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~Andy Huber

Mike Tucker's Caddis Case Crawler

Mike Tucker's Caddis Case Crawler



Hook:  6/0 White
Underbody: White Thread Base
Overbody: Chartreuse Liqui-Lace or Wapsi Stretch Tubing
Beard: Black Z-Lon
Case: Sand "New Dub", EZ Magic Dub, or Micro Chenille

Fish ON!
--Shannon

Fly Fishing Film Tour 2010

The show is starting. I hope the beer line goes down soon.

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Andy Huber

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Mike Tucker's Baetis Nymph

Another installment from Mike Tucker's legendary fly tying video which is no longer available and which Mr. Tucker has graciously allowed us to provide in installments.  Thanks Mike!



Fish ON!
--Shannon

Wet a Line Friday II

Yea, after I heard that the "Pan" was on I had to find out first hand. 3 hours on I-70 and 1/2 hour on some other road, and 1/2 hour up Frying Pan Canyon I arrived . 9 am and the parking lot resembled something more like that of Wall-Mart the day after Thanksgiving . I could not believe all the cars. The toilet bowl had 5 people in it, the flats looked like there was 10 people, well you get the idea a lot of anglers! Yes it was that good. A great day on the water. I started with a Slupbuster first thing, and finished my evening with the same. When it warmed up a bit I was using Scuds,Mysis,Pheasant Tails, JuJuBe midges, BWO emerger, Black Beauties,Red Midges,. just about everything was working well on a good dead drift. I sill love to use streamers the most, they say 'The tug is the drug'I agree! Fishing early and late with the Slumpbuster was awesome . I spent most of the day below the flats,and below the gauging station, lot of great water and fewer people. I'd say the long drive was well worth it. The fishing was fantastic!
Wet A Line!!
Brent

Are they Carp?

Yes It's old, But kind of funny.

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~Andy Huber

Hook flyfishing Stream Reports ep29

hook flyfishing stream reports ep29 27jan10
TU,Steelhead Poacher,Asian Carp, Kirk Webb From Taylor Creek Fly Shop, The Brent Report and a Free book. Colorado Fly Fishing Reports. Hook Flyfishing Stream Report. Up-to-date, quality information about Colorado’s Front Range and Central Rockies watersheds and impoundments, Along with a Light hearted look at Fly fishing news. With the host Andy Huber and Co host Steve. And the producer Will Huber the 9 year old lego collector.

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~Andy Huber

New Fish Porn from Scott Wells

Our pal Scott sent this today. Beauty pic!


Fish ON!
--Shannon

MonoMaster

If you don't have one they are a great little tool to keep in your vest.
let's help keep our rivers clean. Fins up to Ian White. Join The Monomaster Face book page to help spread the word.

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~Andy Huber

Pirates of flats Bloopers

How to Rig The Thingamabobber Right-Angle

Looking to try a different approach with your Nymph rig, using a Thingamabobber?

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~andy huber

Sun round table

This is a fun group of guys that like to come in and hang out. We welcome all, so bring your vise and hang out with us on Sunday's 12-2.

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Andy Huber

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"Pirates of the Flats" Episode 1 premieres tonight (1/23/10) on ESPN2

Don't miss this new series on ESPN2 about Fly Fishing ...

Saturday January 23rd, 2010
Airs at 9:00 am ET
Episode 1 - "The Cast"

Tom Brokaw, Michael Keaton, Lefty Kreh, Yvon Chouinard, Thomas McGuane, and Val Atkinson pursue bonefish off the island of Abaco in The Bahamas and learn why this important fish should be protected for future generations. Biography on Lefty Kreh, who also gives Tom Brokaw a casting lesson. Learn about the expansive tagging and tracking programs underway as researchers study the migration patterns of these gamefish.

Fish ON!

--Shannon

Wet a line Friday

I try to get on the water as much as possible, and especially on Wet a line Friday. Today was no exception . My plan was to ride the mountain bike up Waterton Canyon, but after looking at the flow rate, 32 cfs I figured the Deckers area would be a better bet. Flow rate is about 165 cfs , plus a forcast of partlly cloudy sky, warm air temps, and only a 40 min drive had me on the water around 11:30 . The feeding fish I found liked my offerings of orange scuds, mercury black beauties, mirical nymphs, and jujube midges. A down and across presentation was the best tatic to get the hook ups , but made it more challenging for a great " hook set" . It was as allways ,a great time.
Wet a Line, Brent

Dream stream fish

Wet a Line, Brent

hook's podcast Ep28Colorado's Best Damn Fly fishing podcast

Nautilus for Haiti, Fl Fish Kill, Jack turns 70, Big bASS, Cool Iphone Stuff and a Free book. Colorado Fly Fishing Reports. Hook Flyfishing Stream Report. Up-to-date, quality information about Colorado’s Front Range and Central Rockies watersheds and impoundments, Along with a Light hearted look at Fly fishing news. With the host Andy Huber and Co host Steve. And the producer Will Huber the 9 year old lego collector.


Nautils Reels for Haiti

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Hooks Stream Report


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Nautilus Reels helps Haiti

Nautilus Reels is listing 10 Nautilus fly reels, New In Box, and we are donating 100% of proceeds to UNICEF and the Red Cross to aid in the relief efforts in Haiti. Please bid generously. Reserve price is set at MSRP, so again, give what you can.
When winning this auction, please call us at 888.397.7335 and we will arrange shipping free of charge and we will also customize the reel to your liking. Any laser engravings: fish, names, backing lines, dial drag numbers, logos, etc. Just ask us and we will do our best to please you and make this the reel of a lifetime, and a donation that counts.
The average household income in Haiti is less than $600 per year! Your donation will make a big difference. Please give. A lot! We will absorb all listing fees and ebay fees. 100% of what we receive from you will be given to charity.
Thank you for your donation,
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For more information on the reels, call me and I will personally take your call.
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Hey There's a App for that

I have done the download, But I have not spent much time messing with it. This looks like a really cool app, If they do some more river updates this will Rock.

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~Andy Huber