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Old 21-08-2009, 09:01 PM
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Default Cleaning fly fline, what to use and how to do it?

Today i manged to tramp fly line through muck while fishing my local river, what should I use to wash my line?
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Just warm soapy water, that's all.
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Old 21-08-2009, 10:10 PM
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Just warm soapy water, that's all.
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Hi', Like the lads say, soft, mild soap and warmish water. After drying with a soft cloth or tissues, applying a proprietary dressing will help keep the line slick and supple. Or you could use line manufacturer's cleaner. TC
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