Author Archives: Ed Mitchell

Two Scott Meridians for the Salt

Posted on August 11, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Let’s take a look at two fine saltwater rods from Scott- a 7wt and 9wt Meridian. I reviewed the 7wt awhile back, and was extremely impressed with it. In fact it left me jonesing to team it up with a … Continue reading →

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Rescuing a 1987 17′ Aquasport: Part 4

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Yes, progress on this project has been slow. You can blame the awful weather for that. It rained all but 3 days in July and the total accumulation makes this the second or third rainiest July on record. Get you … Continue reading →

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A Gene Edward’s Model 32# Fiberglass Fly Rod

Posted on July 26, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

A Gene Edward’s Model 32# Fiberglass Fly Rod Last time we looked at a Leon Chandler Signature fly rod. This time we have a much older and rarer rod, a Gene Edwards model 32# fiberglass fly rod. It likely goes … Continue reading →

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A Leon Chandler Signature 7.5′, 4/5wt. Fiberglass Fly Rod

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

A Leon Chandler Signature 7.5′, 4/5wt. Fiberglass Fly Rod When his father died, a friend of mine inherited a number of fly rods. A few of which are fiberglass. Being a big fan of “glass”, I asked him if I … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Wading Staffs

Posted on July 19, 2021 by Ed Mitchell

Thoughts on Wading Staffs Falling in a fast moving river is dangerous business, my friend, especially in the colder parts of the year. And for that reason, the older I get the more I rely on my trusty wading staff. … Continue reading →

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