Fly Fishing For Dummies

Kaminsky, Peter

ISBN 10: 076455073X / ISBN 13: 9780764550737

Verlag: For Dummies, 1998

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If you believe what you read, fly fishing requires the touch of a surgeon and the spirit of a Zen master. Forget about what you&;ve heard about f ly fishing in the past, if you really want to learn how to fly fish all you need are the right tools, proper technique, and a positive attitude. With these essential elements you can begin to enjoy the sport of fly fishing in no time.

For those of you who have never held a fly rod, you will find enough information here to get you started. You won&;t be forced to discover everything all at once. If you&;re already a fly rodder, you&;ll find plenty of tips and techniques that you can turn to right away without going through the basics all over again. And if you&;re a master angler, you will find this book a handy reference for all kinds of questions.

Fly Fishing For Dummies explores the fun and fundamentals of fly fishing&;from tying flies to reeling in your catch. Whether you&;re a novice or a veteran angler, here you? 8217;ll find all the tips and tricks for choosing the right kind of gear; how and where to catch freshwater and saltwater fish; visual examples of the art of casting; and how to read the water, wade, cast, and (finally) land yourself a whopper. You&;ll also find out how to:

• Identify the best fish to fly fish for&;from rainbow trout to black marlin
• Improve your catch and release techniques
• Continue your education through recommended references and online resources
• Choose the right rod, reel, and gear to land the fish you are after
• Master all the casting styles you&;ll ever need
• Tie your own flies or choose pre-made ones proven to get results

With over 150 illustrations and proven advice, Fly Fishing For Dummies is a great primer on fly fishing&;s essential elements.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Peter Kaminsky has written for Outdoor Life, Field & Stream, Sports Afield, and the "Outdoors" column in the New York Times.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Fly Fishing For Dummies
Verlag: For Dummies
Erscheinungsdatum: 1998
Einband: Paperback
Zustand: Very Good