Category Archives: Gear

Adding an Electric Motor to your Kayak

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

I was out on the flats yesterday, and ran into Pete, an avid angler from the local fly club. Pete has a motorized kayak or two. Frankly I’m seeing more and more kayaks with electric motors. His Ocean Kayak is … Continue reading →

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Gheenoes: a Fine Flats Boat

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Gheenoes: A Fine Flats Boat  Awhile back my friend Pete bought a used Gheenoe Classic. He got a great deal. Gheenoes are  popular here in Florida. At 15.6′, they are a lightweight, inexpensive, easy to trailer, shallow running, capable crafts, … Continue reading →

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Scott Fly Rod’s “G” Series – a look back

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Scott Fly Rod’s “G” Series – a look back  Fly rods come and go. What’s hot today, is not tomorrow. Its all about market demands, I guess. This is not to say that change is a bad thing. This constant evolution has produced … Continue reading →

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Knives – Our ancient friends

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Knives – Our Ancient Friends :  Knives are ancient tools – ancient friends. Likely they are our first technology; dating back well over a million years into the dark days of the Stone Age. Along with our quest to control … Continue reading →

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How to Free Up a Stuck Fly Rod Ferrule

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Ed Mitchell

Sooner or later you’ll have a fly rod ferrule that refuses to come apart. Here’s a neat little trick that usually saves the day. I say usually because it isn’t 100 percent effective. More on that later. You’ll need a … Continue reading →

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