Monthly Archives: July 2014

Lunch in Matlacha

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Took a lady to lunch today in Matlacha. We ate at Andy’s Seafood by the drawbridge. Quiet spot this time of year. In fact we were the only sit-down customers. Andy’s has some of the freshest fish anywhere in Florida. Why? … Continue reading →

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A Heddon Riptide Saltwater Bamboo Fly Rod

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Five years ago I did a piece for Fly Fishing in Salt Waters magazine, entitled Cane on the Coast. (A copy here.)  The article chronicles the early history of bamboo fly rods in the salt, covering from about 1900-1950. Which are the … Continue reading →

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The Winston Big Game Fiberglass Fly Rod

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

A large number of people have stopped by to look at the glass rods. So, let’s do one more. After that I’ll show you a beautiful old, six strip, split bamboo fly rod. It was one of a handful designed 60-years ago … Continue reading →

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