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Fly Fishing for Dummies - Choosing Rods, Reels, Lines, Hooks - Trout & Bass

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A book that has been read, but looks new. The book cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, no underlining or highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. May have no identifying marks on the inside cover. No wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Book Series
For Dummies
ISBN
9780764550737
Book Title
Fly Fishing for Dummies
Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
Item Length
9.3 in
Publication Year
1998
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes
Item Height
0.8 in
Author
Peter Kaminsky
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Topic
Fishing
Item Weight
18.2 Oz
Item Width
7.5 in
Number of Pages
384 Pages

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John
ISBN-10
076455073X
ISBN-13
9780764550737
eBay Product ID (ePID)
25038413279

Product Key Features

Book Title
Fly Fishing for Dummies
Number of Pages
384 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1998
Topic
Fishing
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Author
Peter Kaminsky
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
18.2 Oz
Item Length
9.3 in
Item Width
7.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
98-084305
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
799.1/24
Table Of Content
Introduction. PART I: The Basics. Chapter 1: What Every Fly Rodder Needs to Know. Chapter 2: Choosing a Rod. Chapter 3: Reels. Chapter 4: Between the Rod and the Fish: Hooks, Lines,Leaders. PART II: The Fish and the Flies. Chapter 5: Trout and the Bugs They Love. Chapter 6: Great Mayflies (And Why Trout Love Them). Chapter 7: Tying Flies. Chapter 8: Great Rivers for Trout. Chapter 9: Freshwater Fish. Chapter 10: The Beautiful Black Bass. Chapter 11: Saltwater Fish. Chapter 12: Saltwater Baits and Flies That Work. PART III: Fly Fishing Essentials. Chapter 13: Casting and Presentation: The Heart of the Game. Chapter 14: The Right Time and the Right Place. Chapter 15: Catching and (Often) Releasing. Chapter 16: The Fly Fishing Wardrobe. Chapter 17: Knots: A Few Will Do. PART IV: The Part of Tens. Chapter 18: Ten Good Books for Guidance. Chapter 19: Ten Great Reads. Chapter 20: Ten Top Fly Fishing Magazines. Chapter 21: Fly Fishing as an Interactive Sport. Index. Book Registration Information.
Synopsis
If you believe what you read, fly fishing requires the touch of asurgeon and the spirit of a Zen master. Forget about whatyou?ve heard about f ly fishing in the past, if you reallywant to learn how to fly fish all you need are the right tools,proper technique, and a positive attitude. With these essentialelements you can begin to enjoy the sport of fly fishing in notime. For those of you who have never held a fly rod, you will findenough information here to get you started. You won?t beforced to discover everything all at once. If you?re alreadya fly rodder, you?ll find plenty of tips and techniques thatyou can turn to right away without going through the basics allover again. And if you?re a master angler, you will find thisbook a handy reference for all kinds of questions. Fly Fishing For Dummies explores the fun and fundamentalsof fly fishing?from tying flies to reeling in your catch.Whether you?re a novice or a veteran angler, here you?8217;ll find all the tips and tricks for choosing the right kind ofgear; how and where to catch freshwater and saltwater fish; visualexamples of the art of casting; and how to read the water, wade,cast, and (finally) land yourself a whopper. You?ll also findout how to: Identify the best fish to fly fish for?from rainbow troutto black marlin Improve your catch and release techniques Continue your education through recommended references andonline resources Choose the right rod, reel, and gear to land the fish you areafter Master all the casting styles you?ll ever need Tie your own flies or choose pre-made ones proven to getresults With over 150 illustrations and proven advice, Fly Fishing ForDummies is a great primer on fly fishing?s essentialelements., "Well-written and superbly organized, this book is a great primer." Joe Healy, Saltwater Fly Fishing magazine 150+ illustrations will have you casting and catching in no time! The fun and easy way to get hooked on fly fishing If you think fly fishing is only for tweedy uppercrust types, think again! With some basic gear and the help of this friendly guide, you too can experience the fun of casting a fly and reeling in a big rainbow trout. From buying a rod to finding the best fly fishing destinations, it delivers just what you need to get hooked. Praise for Fly Fishing For Dummies "It's all here . . . from choosing gear, to learning how to cast, to reading water, to catching fish." Jay Cassell, Sports Afield magazine "With relentless wit, Peter Kaminsky has peeled away all the mysticism, social tone, and other impediments to learning about this sport." Paul Schullery, author of American Fly Fishing Discover how to: Choose the right gear Buy or tie basic flies Perfect your casting "Read" water and locate fish Fish the top U.S. trout rivers Cast for bass, saltwater fish, and more, If you believe what you read, fly fishing requires the touch of a surgeon and the spirit of a Zen master. Forget about what you've heard about f ly fishing in the past, if you really want to learn how to fly fish all you need are the right tools, proper technique, and a positive attitude. With these essential elements you can begin to enjoy the sport of fly fishing in no time. For those of you who have never held a fly rod, you will find enough information here to get you started. You won't be forced to discover everything all at once. If you're already a fly rodder, you'll find plenty of tips and techniques that you can turn to right away without going through the basics all over again. And if you're a master angler, you will find this book a handy reference for all kinds of questions. Fly Fishing For Dummies explores the fun and fundamentals of fly fishing--from tying flies to reeling in your catch. Whether you're a novice or a veteran angler, here you? 8217;ll find all the tips and tricks for choosing the right kind of gear; how and where to catch freshwater and saltwater fish; visual examples of the art of casting; and how to read the water, wade, cast, and (finally) land yourself a whopper. You'll also find out how to: Identify the best fish to fly fish for--from rainbow trout to black marlin Improve your catch and release techniques Continue your education through recommended references and online resources Choose the right rod, reel, and gear to land the fish you are after Master all the casting styles you'll ever need Tie your own flies or choose pre-made ones proven to get results With over 150 illustrations and proven advice, Fly Fishing For Dummies is a great primer on fly fishing's essential elements., If you believe what you read, fly fishing requires the touch of a surgeon and the spirit of a Zen master. Forget about what you ve heard about f ly fishing in the past, if you really want to learn how to fly fish all you need are the right tools, proper technique, and a positive attitude.
LC Classification Number
SH456.K26 1998

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