11-09-2006, 05:11 PM
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Dryrod is right about the right line. I am assuming however, most of the older boo's were 6/7 wt.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Little tips to look for:[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]First, when putting sections together, DO NOT TWIST! make a straight in connection. When pulling them apart, the same thing and you should hear a pop. (Coolest sound in the world)[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Second: Is it straight. A lot of the older boos will be a little cocked, this could cause stress and snap a piece.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Third, do not use anything with silicon unless the finish is lacquered and be sure to dry it off completely when done.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]I have heard when landing a fish to try turning the rod in different directions to evenly distribute the stress and if you have two tips, alternate.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]The older rods are very heavy compared to the new upper end so you might want a heavier reel to balance it out.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]It is going to be REAL! slow so wait for it. You can cast nymphs, but consider a little side arm to keep the fly out to the side more. It is going to take practice and patience, but you will feel a definite tug on the back cast so keep loops or arm at shorter strokes.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]I find glass comes real close to boo and I prefer to teach newbies on glass to teach them to slow down and feel the line straighten out.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Landing a fish is a RUSH![/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Keep in mind that bamboo is WOOD and it is a lot stronger than people give it credit, but it does require a little extra consideration.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
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[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Once you get out and using it, try some of the newer upper ends and you will see why I am a BOO FREAK![/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Also smaller guides on the older (made for real silk) might tell you to go with smaller diameter line like Superfine by Orvis or SYLK by Cortland.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
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[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Little tips to look for:[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]First, when putting sections together, DO NOT TWIST! make a straight in connection. When pulling them apart, the same thing and you should hear a pop. (Coolest sound in the world)[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Second: Is it straight. A lot of the older boos will be a little cocked, this could cause stress and snap a piece.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Third, do not use anything with silicon unless the finish is lacquered and be sure to dry it off completely when done.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]I have heard when landing a fish to try turning the rod in different directions to evenly distribute the stress and if you have two tips, alternate.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]The older rods are very heavy compared to the new upper end so you might want a heavier reel to balance it out.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]It is going to be REAL! slow so wait for it. You can cast nymphs, but consider a little side arm to keep the fly out to the side more. It is going to take practice and patience, but you will feel a definite tug on the back cast so keep loops or arm at shorter strokes.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]I find glass comes real close to boo and I prefer to teach newbies on glass to teach them to slow down and feel the line straighten out.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Landing a fish is a RUSH![/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Keep in mind that bamboo is WOOD and it is a lot stronger than people give it credit, but it does require a little extra consideration.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3][/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Once you get out and using it, try some of the newer upper ends and you will see why I am a BOO FREAK![/size][/#ff8000][/font]
[font "Comic Sans MS"][#ff8000][size 3]Also smaller guides on the older (made for real silk) might tell you to go with smaller diameter line like Superfine by Orvis or SYLK by Cortland.[/size][/#ff8000][/font]
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