Neshannock Creek

I fished Neshannock Creek today for about 2 hours.  It was snowing and around 24 degrees outside, but when you dress appropriately the cold doesn't matter.  It was a beautiful scene on the creek with the snow coming down (Pictures below).    I only had 1 hook up on a nymph.

No fishing lately...

I have not been fishing in the past 2 weeks or so.  I am hoping to get out this Sunday @ Neshannock creek, as long as the water goes down.  It has been raining a lot here lately, I hope 4 days is enough for the water to get back to normal.  I will post some pictures of the water.

Until then, tight lines...

My Review of Fishpond Pitchfork Aluminum Clippers

Originally submitted at AvidMax

The Fishpond Pitchfork Aluminum Clippers with Assorted Color options is a radical departure from everyone else's design. The Pitchfork Aluminum Clippers are breaking the traditional mold, we wanted to radically change the design of probably the most often-used tool in fishing. The result is a p...

Fishpond Pitchfork Aluminum Clippers

Nice clippers

By Wahl.flies from Pittsburgh on 11/12/2010

 

4out of 5

Pros: Easy To Maintain, Functional, Easy To Use

Best Uses: Salt Water, Ice Fishing, Fresh Water

Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher

Was this a gift?: No

These are not bad, they work. I am still deciding if I like them more then my Orvis tungsten clippers.

(legalese)

My Review of Fishpond Open Range Tech Pack/Vest Combo Flyfishing

Originally submitted at AvidMax

The Fishpond Open Range Tech Pack will be familiar in construction with a bit of visual flare. Molded fly boxes and tough and tested construction. This Open Range is trusted by guides and professionals and is known for its innovative and comfortable suspension. It fuses the future with traditional ...

Fishpond Open Range Tech Pack/Vest Combo Flyfishing

Very comfortable vest

By Wahl.flies from Pittsburgh on 11/12/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Durable, Awesome Fit, Waterproof Pockets, Lightweight, Breathable, Lots of Storage

Best Uses: Any type of fishing, Fly Fishing, Freshwater Fishing

Sizing: Feels true to size

Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher

Was this a gift?: No

The vest fits great and is very comfortable.

(legalese)

Adam and I (Shawn) fished the Yough today Sunday, November 07, 2010.  Was a decent day, we finally figured out where the islands are after the Ramcat rapids.  Cold day, started off around 24 degrees was a very light dusting of snow on the ground.  After about 1 ½ hours of fishing, we started to move up stream and Adam decided to fall on his face right in the freezing cold water.  He is a man, fished the rest of the day in soaking wet cloths…lol

This was Adams first time fly fishing.  He did great and has a good concept of the basic cast.

The fish were hitting like always at the Yough, caught a few trout.

My Review of DAM Tectan Premium Plus Monofilament

Originally submitted at FishUSA.com

Tectan Premium Plus from DAM is Europe#39;s number 1 monofilament. With the same low visibility and small diameter of the original Tectan Premium and even more break strength and knot strength, Tectan Premium Plus sets the standard of performance for monofilament lines. The specially treated line s...

DAM Tectan Premium Plus Monofilament

Best line I ever used!

By Wahl.flies from Oakdale on 10/28/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Strong, Easy To Handle, Good For Variety Of Fish, Easy To Store, Irresistible to Fish, Looks Realistic

Cons: Hard to find

Best Uses: Deep Water, Fresh Water, Jigging, Awesome for Steelhead, Ice Fishing

Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher

Was this a gift?: No

Perfect line, casts very smooth and has strength. 9.2lb test is the same diameter as 4lb test fluorocarbon.

(legalese)

My Review of Mini Foo Jig Steelheader 1-32 oz. and 1-64 oz.

Originally submitted at FishUSA.com

Mini Foo jigs are very popular for all jigging situations. They are a painted lead-head jig with a feather tail, and come in a variety of colors. These jigs are usually fished under a float, often with a grub or egg, and are very effective on steelhead and other species. These are available in six ...

Mini Foo Jig Steelheader 1-32 oz. and 1-64 oz.

Good for steelhead!

By Wahl.flies from Oakdale on 10/26/2010

 

5out of 5

Pros: Easy To Handle, Strong, Good For Variety Of Fish, Looks Realistic, Easy To Store, Irresistible to Fish

Best Uses: Ice Fishing, Jigging

Describe Yourself: Avid Fisher

Was this a gift?: No

Great for steelhead on low and clear days, tip with maggot, single egg or warm.

(legalese)

Youghiogheny river near Confluence, PA

Fishing was decent at the Yough on Saturday October 23, 2010.  Between the two of us we caught 3 Rainbow Trout, one got lose and had a few hookups.  The last bow was a decent fight for only being 16".  Started off cooler at 35 degrees, here are some photos.

Steelhead fishing in Erie, PA

Adam and I went to Walnut creek in Erie on Saturday 16, 2010.  We arrived at Poor Richards bait shop around 5:50 am got some single eggs and some minnows, then headed down to Walnut.  We chose to fish Manchester hole because we only had a few hours before we had to head back to Pittsburgh (Home).  We had multiple hook ups and I managed to get one in!  We forgot the camera in the car, but took pictures later.  All in all it was a great trip because of the recent rain in Erie, the water was a tad bit high but still clear, it was in the 60's and the sun was shinning.