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Old 18-09-2011, 09:29 AM
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Hi guys zee here i am new to trout fishing i have fished competitively for largemouth bass and tigerfish i have also done a bit of sea fishing in africa and australia.I have tired course fishing here nad have not enjoy it and i took a ride out to ringstead once to meet a friend i have fallen for fly fishing i am based in milton keynes and i am extremely eager is there a list of must haves that all fly fisherman should have as i have started shopping for tackle.Also is there any fly fishing stuff in the states that we cant get here as i have a friend coming down in a months time please excuse my ignorance i have never fly fished before.
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Old 18-09-2011, 09:34 AM
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Hi Zee. Being an american I was brought up fishing for largemouth bass, but envy you fishing for tigerfish in some exotic places. As far as getting started I'll leave that to the real experts on here for advice, but hope to hear how you get on. Tight Lines!
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Old 18-09-2011, 09:39 AM
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Welcome to the forum Zee. Do a search on here for what you need, you will find a load of information. The more specific your question the more detailed the answer.
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Old 18-09-2011, 05:29 PM
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Hi Zee welcome to the Forum.

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Old 18-09-2011, 05:35 PM
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hello zee welcome to the forum
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Old 18-09-2011, 09:07 PM
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Thanks for the welcome guys i am dying to get on the water for casting lessons but have work commitments cant wait to get proficient in bass fishing there is a saying that when it comes to fishing tackle too much is not enough.
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