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 Post subject: new to forum
PostPosted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 3:55 pm • # 1 
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I am new to ultralight fly fishing....but its a welcome change from my heavy 8 weights. I spent 9 days in Florida fishing in the surf for whatever would take a fly.....ladyfish,needlefish,pompano and trout. I had a blast but forgot I was not 16 years old anymore. Result: tennis elbow flared up terribly.My local fly shop sent me out with a 3weight BVK after I healed up somewhat to see if that would be easier on my arm. WOW. If I had started with a 3 weight I probably would have never used an 8 to begin with.Needless to say I am the proud owner of my first ultralight. My arm is doing much better ....only one month of severe pain. But I did find out some great treatments for "casters elbow" in the process. I have enjoyed the material in the various posts and will try to contribute a few pics from my next trip to the salt. joe the plumber


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Thu Oct 15, 2015 10:00 pm • # 2 
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Welcome aboard and the world of ultralight flyfishing. I have the same issues needing to accomodate my age so I can keep fishing. I wear a wrist brace too which helps.
My next step is to learn to fly cast with either hand and use the other hand on alternate days.


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Fri Oct 16, 2015 5:20 am • # 3 
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Understand comments on 8 wt. Whenever I pick up my 5 weight, feels like I am picking up a steel pipe.

You'll fit right in with this crowd.


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Fri Oct 16, 2015 2:02 pm • # 4 
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Welcome (from another newbie). Can relate on the joint problems. Glad you discovered UL and the path to healing.


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Mon Oct 19, 2015 7:56 am • # 5 
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Thanks for the comments . I also wear padded elbow strap while fishing and I have taught myself to cast with both hands. Fortunately when using the 3 # I dont seem to have any issue when casting .......only when I hook up with a fish do I feel that little twinge in my elbow.


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Tue Oct 20, 2015 9:14 pm • # 6 
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Welcome to the forum from Western North Carolina


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 Post subject: Re: new to forum
PostPosted: Fri Oct 30, 2015 6:06 pm • # 7 
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Welcome Joe!


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