Category Archives: Fly Fishing in Salt Water

A Ride to Pine Island

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Yesterday I took a ride to Pine Island for a day on Pine Island Sound. Man, I would really like to know these waters better. The flats and back-country here are stunning, as good as it gets. While unloading my … Continue reading →

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Cabela’s CGR 7’6″, 7/8-weight, Fly Rod

Posted on March 26, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Part three Took Cabela’s CGR 7’6″, 7/8-weight to the Florida flats the other day, lined with a 7-weight floater, a 10′ leader, and a size 4 fly. I found the rod fun to fish, but a couple issues came up. … Continue reading →

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Redfish Anyone?

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

In my little corner of this world, anglers are complaining. About what? The dearth of reds. Even the high and mighty guides are grumbling in their growlers. Where have all those beautiful, bronze battlers gone? There is an old saying … Continue reading →

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Back on the Florida Flats

Posted on March 4, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

This morning I got back on the Florida flats. It was a beautiful day, with a low tide around 9AM. Wind from the southeast. I wasn’t able to catch many fish, but I saw quite a few. That’s a great … Continue reading →

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Long Island Bonefishing Lodge

Posted on February 25, 2015 by Ed Mitchell

Part 5,    Rods, Lines & Leaders The Long Island Bonefishing Lodge recommends rods from 7 to 9-weight.  I found a 7-weight fly rod to be a great tool, and frankly next time I’ll bring a 6-weight. Why light fly rods? … Continue reading →

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