Re: [VFB] Bobbin

2013-05-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
the thread to install dubbing! So being offset doesn't come in to play for me. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 17, 2013, at 12:20 PM, Martin Westbeek martinwestb...@planet.nl wrote: Alan, This should

Re: [VFB] Bobbin

2013-05-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks Denny. I think I will open a pkg today when I go to work and try it.real tough working in a fly shop? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 17, 2013, at 12:25 PM, Conranch conra...@wildblue.net

Re: [VFB] JM Swap

2013-05-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
Send my extras to Jimmy D Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 15, 2013, at 2:45 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Rick, Fishing and tell me what you catch on them. Al Sent from my iPhone

Re: [VFB] Warm-water flies

2013-05-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Isn't that a Wooly Worm Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 14, 2013, at 1:26 PM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: For you guys who live in the south and in other warm-water areas. How well do caterpillar

[VFB] Fwd: Bobbin

2013-05-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
the money ahead of time to pay for the bobbins if you could pick up a couple for me. Of course I will be happy to cover any expenses you incur. If you look at the video, you will see the bobbin I want. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun

Re: [VFB] Fwd: Bobbin

2013-05-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks Jerry, I just ordered one. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 8, 2013, at 10:13 AM, J Mck jmck1...@yahoo.com wrote: I think that White Water Flies has some Jerry McKaughan P.O. Box 85

Re: [VFB] Flat lead

2013-05-06 Thread Alan Di Somma
Great info . Tnx . I will try them. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 6, 2013, at 3:46 AM, gordon lyall glyal...@yahoo.ca wrote: Veniards Adhesive Lead Foil Most fly shops sell it. From: Scott

Re: [VFB] Flat lead

2013-05-06 Thread Alan Di Somma
, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 6, 2013, at 6:30 AM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: Alan, Years ago I used to buy lead strips to use for weight on the leader. They came in packages of about twelve strips. I used to get

Re: [VFB] Flat lead

2013-05-06 Thread Alan Di Somma
I haven't heard from my brother yet. I am hoping they sell the lead sheets at his pro shop. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 6, 2013, at 7:08 AM, Scott Bearden scott.bear...@gmail.com wrote: Wapsi also

Re: [VFB] Flat lead

2013-05-06 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks Denny. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On May 6, 2013, at 8:10 AM, Conranch conra...@wildblue.net wrote: I find a shop in CA to give me the best service for needed supplies. Have used The Fly Shop

Re: [VFB] Thread storage

2013-04-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
I actually have two of those. I keep my vise and light in one and a bunch of tools ans stuff in the other one. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On Apr 17, 2013, at 9:50 AM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote

Re: [VFB] No-mail

2013-04-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
I don't see how! Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. Some mistakes are just too much fun to make only once. On Apr 17, 2013, at 6:27 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I'll be no-mail till Monday. Y'all behave while I'm gone. a. -- Allan Fish

Re: [VFB] Sparrow

2013-04-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks for the video Hans. It sure looks easy when you tie it. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 14, 2013, at 11:57 PM, Hans Weilenmann hans.weilenm...@gmail.com wrote: Alan, Here is the video I posted for the Sparrow. The recipe is under the video window

[VFB] Sparrow

2013-04-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Hans, If you are out there, I would like to tie up some of your Sparrow's. Would you please give me the recepie? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the VFB Mail group. To post to this group, send email

Re: [VFB] Sparrow

2013-04-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
I knew I could count on you LL. I did find the Danica website and saw the two you are talking about, but I will have to go to Jack Gartsides site. Thanks so much. I know I can always count on you. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 14, 2013, at 6:34 PM

Re: [VFB] Sparrow

2013-04-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Luckily I have a complete skin. I will tie up a few. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 14, 2013, at 6:49 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: I have done real well on Garthsides version. Sometimes it is hard to find the right feathers off

Re: [VFB] Jimmy nmoore sswap update

2013-04-09 Thread Alan Di Somma
Rick; Your address please. Mine will b in the mail this week. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 9, 2013, at 11:40 AM, Rick Zieger rdzieg...@yahoo.com wrote: Jimmy Moore swap 1. Jimmy Moore 2. Rene Zillman 3. Rick Zieger done 4. Mike Bliss 5. Don Ordes

Re: [VFB] Jimmy nmoore sswap update

2013-04-09 Thread Alan Di Somma
Gracias señor. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 9, 2013, at 12:56 PM, Rick Zieger rdzieg...@yahoo.com wrote: Rick Zieger 28433 State Lamoni, Ia 50140 --- On Tue, 4/9/13, Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net wrote: From: Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net

Re: [VFB] Cicada pattern

2013-04-05 Thread Alan Di Somma
Ashley: How in the world did you get that info so quickly? ESP.??? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 5, 2013, at 9:52 AM, ashley strutt galeforce1...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Wayne, Going by your description, you want the Spring 2008 issue, page 62. Ashley

Re: [VFB] Mustad size 32

2013-04-04 Thread Alan Di Somma
I'm in. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Apr 4, 2013, at 12:36 PM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: Been away but now caught up. Here’s my coachman on a #32 Mustad. Dsc00012-2[1].jpg Ten tiers x 10 hooks each = 100 hooks, #12.50 each participant

Re: [VFB] test

2013-03-26 Thread Alan Di Somma
Withdrawals? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Mar 26, 2013, at 6:24 AM, Jimmy D. Moore ray...@earthlink.net wrote: Naw, just didn't get any email since 12 a.m. JD Allan Fish wrote: On 3/26/13 8:43 AM, Jimmy D. Moore wrote: test Earthlink acting up

Re: [VFB] RE: One week till SowBug!

2013-03-07 Thread Alan Di Somma
Good to hear from you Tony. I have you in my prayers. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Mar 7, 2013, at 1:33 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: I plan on being there but I am not sure if I will be tying. Just can't seem to get over this problem I have

Re: [VFB] Tombstone

2013-03-01 Thread Alan Di Somma
Mike; You have quite an imagination . Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Mar 1, 2013, at 5:41 PM, Michael Bliss flyfish...@gmail.com wrote: I’ve never seen a tombstone that read: “Died from not forwarding that e-mail to ten friends. Allan Fish Al, Why would

[VFB] SPAM

2013-02-05 Thread Alan Di Somma
What is going on? I just got 12 messages from Cigar,Term Life and Time Share? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the VFB Mail group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com

Re: [VFB] Fly of the week

2013-02-03 Thread Alan Di Somma
Asley; That is a great use for a tube fly. I have been looking for a good bass fly and this certainly fit the bill. Are you using a metal tube? I'm sure I could substitute craft hair or Puglisi hair? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Feb 3, 2013, at 1:37 AM, ashley

Re: [VFB] Fly of the week- Alan

2013-02-03 Thread Alan Di Somma
they are not outlawed. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Feb 3, 2013, at 11:06 AM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: Alan, When I'm tying salties, I keep a little bottle of head cement off to the side with glitter mixed in. A clear fingernail polish works just

Re: [VFB] New Portland future flyfisher in family- Alan

2013-01-21 Thread Alan Di Somma
Sure hope so...LOL Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Jan 21, 2013, at 8:36 AM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: Yes, our 1st. We had to wait a while, but it was well worth the wait. She's almost as cute as I am, but I'll bet her mommy had something to do

Re: [VFB] Streamer swap has 1 spot

2013-01-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
Peggy: I have not found any recipes on you tube. Do you have any suggestions where else to look. All my fly tying books are packed away before we move? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Jan 14, 2013, at 6:43 PM, Peggy Brenner peggy.bren...@comcast.net wrote

Re: [VFB] Streamer swap has 1 spot

2013-01-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Peggy; How soon do you need the flies? Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Jan 14, 2013, at 5:42 PM, Peggy Brenner peggy.bren...@comcast.net wrote: The streamer swap has one open spot, I remember someone wanting to be a backup tyer. If we can't find that person

Re: [VFB] Streamer swap has 1 spot

2013-01-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Peggy: I will have to look at some samples to make sure I have the right materials. I will let you know shortly. Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Jan 14, 2013, at 6:43 PM, Peggy Brenner peggy.bren...@comcast.net wrote: Streamers, with wood duck or similar duck

Re: [VFB] news

2013-01-04 Thread Alan Di Somma
Welcome to the club Rick. I was trying to continue working till I turned 70, but missed it by 2 years. I am happy now that I did retire. I do work 10 to 15 hours a week at Bass Pro, if you consider working in the fly shop as work? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You

Re: [VFB] Tony S.

2013-01-04 Thread Alan Di Somma
Allan, keep me in the loop, please. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Jan 4, 2013, at 9:22 AM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Tony Spezio wanted me to let the lists know that he is in the hospital for cardiac testing

Re: [VFB] official I hate xmas

2012-12-11 Thread Alan Di Somma
Sorry to hear that Birdie. Keep the faith and maybe you can beat it for good. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Dec 11, 2012, at 12:39 PM, Brian Burgess brian.burge...@btinternet.com wrote: Hi All As most of you know I

Re: [VFB] Stuff...

2012-11-20 Thread Alan Di Somma
I hope some one continues to make the HO HO's. HO's is my favorites Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 19, 2012, at 10:04 PM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: Don't worry. You'll still be able to find them Twinkies the shelf

Re: [VFB] Does anyone know where this comes from?

2012-11-18 Thread Alan Di Somma
I believe some of the words were not even invented when he was around. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 17, 2012, at 7:54 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Wes, Some of the words sound almost like something George Herter

Re: [VFB] Stripped quills needed

2012-11-16 Thread Alan Di Somma
I also strip the barbs off half of a hackle when I tie a wooly worm/bugger. I believe that a sparser look is better. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 15, 2012, at 10:31 PM, Chuck Alexander chuckalexan...@centurylink.net wrote

Re: [VFB] Stripped quills needed

2012-11-16 Thread Alan Di Somma
Tony; Do you put the glue on the whorl shank , or just where you tie them in? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 16, 2012, at 6:47 AM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: Alan, Your post on laying down the Moose hair never

Re: [VFB] Stripped quills needed

2012-11-16 Thread Alan Di Somma
That was supposed to be. WHOLE. Not whorl Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 16, 2012, at 8:18 AM, Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net wrote: Tony; Do you put the glue on the whorl shank , or just where you tie them in? Thank

Re: [VFB] Gudebrod Threadd

2012-11-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
I do the same thing when I tie Clouser Minnows. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 15, 2012, at 7:58 AM, J Balmer jbal...@betadigm.com wrote: Earlier in this thread people were talking about needing certain thread colors. One

Re: [VFB] Stripped quills needed

2012-11-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
Allan,Allan,Allan I sure hope you are not inferring anything. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Nov 15, 2012, at 4:19 PM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: I can understand that. Moose are really stubborn animals! (Duckin

Re: [VFB] An idea for a swap

2012-10-29 Thread Alan Di Somma
I am interested in it Bob. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 29, 2012, at 3:47 PM, haerb...@comcast.net wrote: I am wondering if there would be an interest in a tube fly swap. Just testing the waters right now. The swap would

Re: [VFB] Bambo Rod

2012-10-21 Thread Alan Di Somma
I sure will Tony. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 21, 2012, at 4:55 AM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: Alan, I have been talking to Bret and he said he is handicapped. I was hoping to see him at the SRG this weekend

Re: [VFB] selling flies now old time tying

2012-10-14 Thread Alan Di Somma
Sure go ahead and blame it on the other guy. I think we know who's to blame..ducking running Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 14, 2012, at 12:35 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: The friend was the one that got

Re: [VFB] selling flies anywhere

2012-10-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
leg of a hopper shorter or cut in half. I think it provokes strike because the fish see it as injured and a quick meal. You won't find that on the commercially tied flies. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 12, 2012, at 1:39 AM, Brian

Re: [VFB] selling flies anywhere

2012-10-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
I like they idea. I will have to try that on my next frog. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 12, 2012, at 9:26 AM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: Alan, In my Froggies, I have noticed if I might loose one eye, it is more

Re: [VFB] Cripples, was Re:] selling flies anywhere

2012-10-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
I am going to try Tempe Town Lake next week. I can be fishing right next to ASU and catch bass and trout right in town. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 12, 2012, at 10:13 AM, Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net wrote: From what you

Re: [VFB] Selling flies online

2012-10-11 Thread Alan Di Somma
We just got in a pkg of three of those large articulated flies. I was talking to a guy that uses them in Wyoming and said that they are becoming very popular. I am planning on tying a few for bass. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct

Re: [VFB] Selling flies online

2012-10-11 Thread Alan Di Somma
Yes it does and if you look close you can see that the trailing rabbit is tied on that hook up side down. Is there an advantage to it up side down? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 11, 2012, at 10:02 AM, Anthony Spezio bambot

Re: [VFB] Selling flies online

2012-10-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
Perhaps the hooks are ones they bought on eBay a long time ago at very cheap,prices. I know that is the case with me. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 9, 2012, at 8:44 PM, Chuck Alexander chuckalexan...@centurylink.net wrote

Re: [VFB] Selling flies online

2012-10-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
Most of the flies we sell at Bass Pro start at $1.29 and the most popular ones are like 1.79 to 2.29. Some of the bigger one sell for 6.99. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 10, 2012, at 4:34 PM, Chuck Alexander chuckalexan

Re: [VFB] re: fall

2012-10-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
stroke.cant wait to put my inflatable pontoon boat in and fish for bass and crappie. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 8, 2012, at 6:50 AM, Rick Zieger rdzieg...@yahoo.com wrote: Pulled everything out of the garden. tomatoe cages

Re: [VFB] re: fall

2012-10-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
I actually have two rod holders firmly affixed to my rails. Last week I looked again but could not find it. This time I had a bucket with a clear bottom but still could not see it.. I have not given up.. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ

Re: [VFB] Wondering

2012-10-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
You are coming thru here in Phx. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 8, 2012, at 7:05 PM, Conranch conra...@wildblue.net wrote: I am not sure if I can post yet? My outgoing e-mail is different than my incoming. I went into the VFB

Re: [VFB] re: fall

2012-10-07 Thread Alan Di Somma
, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 7, 2012, at 4:05 PM, Joyce M Westphal joyce...@gmail.com wrote: Our first freeze last night..delicious apples were picked and taken in today and I picked the few green tomatoes left. Do they really ripen inside

Re: [VFB] re: fall- geese tomatoes

2012-10-07 Thread Alan Di Somma
Left handed geese? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 7, 2012, at 4:22 PM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: To make green tomatoes disappear, give them to Cheryl. She'll make fried green tomatoes, one of her favorites. Were

Re: [VFB] HATED TO ADMIT IT.

2012-10-04 Thread Alan Di Somma
Mike: Are you back from Paradise? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 4, 2012, at 11:16 AM, Michael Bliss flyfish...@gmail.com wrote: Big bummer. Sorry I can't help. I would love to go. Work really gets in the way. Mike

Re: [VFB] Need some suggestions on tying in rubber legs

2012-10-02 Thread Alan Di Somma
Speaking of that UV stuff. We sell a bottle of that for around $33 , and the light for $28. Who out there knows of a cheaper way? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Oct 2, 2012, at 5:48 PM, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: Or you could

Re: [VFB] Tying light set up

2012-09-24 Thread Alan Di Somma
No I just blush whenever I think of Allan.. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Sep 24, 2012, at 12:28 PM, Robert Morger rmor...@gmail.com wrote: I'm lost here is Ashley's Wife married to Alan too? As far as lighting goes I have

Re: [VFB] health and Tigers

2012-09-20 Thread Alan Di Somma
That is good news Birdie. And congrats on a fine fish. I don't believe we have that type of trout here. Can you post a picture? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. On Sep 20, 2012, at 1:30 AM, Brian Burgess brian.burge...@btinternet.com

Re: AW: [VFB] health and Tigers

2012-09-20 Thread Alan Di Somma
BTW Tom, I had a nice conversation with a family from Switzerland in the store last week. The next day , there were two couples from GB. It sure is a lot of fun talking to people from other countries. We are all so much alike and even some of the flies are the same. Thank you, Alan Di Somma

Re: [VFB] Line weights

2012-09-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks Wayne. That is something I am interested in making. We have many reels loaded with line at the shop and I wanted to see what they are. That and the fact that my memory is quite bad, trying to remember my own reels and what is on them. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad

[VFB] Line weights

2012-09-08 Thread Alan Di Somma
Can someone tell me where I can get info on line weights. I want to be able to tell the weight when they aren't marked. I know you have to weigh the first so many feet. But I kneed to know what the numbers are. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad Thank You, Alan Di Somma Phoenix

Re: [VFB] Hurricane Isaac

2012-09-01 Thread Alan Di Somma
I was watching a video at work( Bass Pro )by Lefty showing that he uses a diamond impregnated nail file. He demo'd that he sharpens it on four sides. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Sep 1, 2012, at 5:25 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: I need to do that, now

[VFB] Hurricane Isaac

2012-08-31 Thread Alan Di Somma
Tony: Have you been getting any of the rain from Isaac? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the VFB Mail group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email

Re: [VFB] Woofer Magnet

2012-08-20 Thread Alan Di Somma
Great idea Mike. Gives me an excuse to go look. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 20, 2012, at 7:14 PM, Michael Bliss flyfish...@gmail.com wrote: Where would you find one? Goodwill, Salvation Army? Mike On Mon, Aug 20, 2012 at 4:13 PM, phxflyt...@cox.net wrote

Re: [VFB] Lost rod

2012-08-18 Thread Alan Di Somma
Please come Maybe I can dive again. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 17, 2012, at 3:30 PM, Michael Bliss flyfish...@gmail.com wrote: I had it on my bucket list when I came so I got certified. It is fun and I still go occasionally. But we also snorkel some

Re: [VFB] Lost rod

2012-08-18 Thread Alan Di Somma
I will try that Joyce. Seems like you have more surface area to work with. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 17, 2012, at 4:19 PM, Joyce Westphal westpha...@gmail.com wrote: So sorry you didn't find your rod. But, try the rake with a rope through the hole

Re: [VFB] Lost rod

2012-08-18 Thread Alan Di Somma
and the other stood up so I could grab the tip and lift it out. That's how I know how deep the water was . Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 17, 2012, at 6:31 PM, Neville Gosling nev.gosl...@shaw.ca wrote: I'm with Joyce on the rake. If it was me, I would develop a grid

[VFB] Lost rod

2012-08-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Try as hard as I did, I could not retrieve my wayward rod. No fish either.. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the VFB Mail group. To post to this group, send email to vfb-mail@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from

Re: [VFB] Lost rod

2012-08-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Don't know any divers and I am too old to risk diving my self. When I was 62 I scuba dove in A - Bay on the big island. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 17, 2012, at 2:10 PM, Michael Bliss flyfish...@gmail.com wrote: Shoot - well, do you know any divers? Wish I

Re: [VFB] Red collar wooly worm

2012-08-15 Thread Alan Di Somma
Should have checked spelling before I sent it.DUH SMALLIES Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 15, 2012, at 9:13 AM, Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net wrote: Here are two wooly worms I tied to tempt some sallies. I will try them after I retrieve my lost rod reel

Re: [VFB] Grappling Hook

2012-08-13 Thread Alan Di Somma
Thanks Scott. I will try that also. I plan on going back Thurs to try my grappling hook. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 13, 2012, at 10:02 AM, Scott Bearden scott.bear...@gmail.com wrote: Personally I would try rare earth magnets. They will probably only latch

Re: [VFB] Re: vfb alive and welll

2012-08-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
Glad to see you back. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 12, 2012, at 1:05 AM, Reuven Segal reuven_se...@iprimus.com.au wrote: I am back now. Been lurking for a while, off for a while, raising expensive though adorable kids for a while.good to see the group

Re: [VFB] Aug. 2012 Roll Call- Who's still here and tuning in?

2012-08-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
Hi Hank. Any plans to visit the U.S. again? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 11, 2012, at 10:04 PM, Henk Verhaar h...@stichtsend.xs4all.nl wrote: ACK On 12 Aug 2012, at 3:00, Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com wrote: DonO -- You received this message because you

Re: [VFB] Bass Froggie

2012-08-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
Weedless for sure Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 12, 2012, at 3:18 PM, Chuck Alexander chuckalexan...@centurylink.net wrote: Alan: Thanks. Only think I'm gonna change when I tie more big ones is to tie in weed guards, cause the the biggest bass hide right

Re: [VFB] Bass Froggie

2012-08-12 Thread Alan Di Somma
get that rod back. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 12, 2012, at 4:20 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: I have caught Crappie on them along with Gills and Smallmouths. Arkansas Tony --- On Sun, 8/12/12, Chuck Alexander chuckalexan...@centurylink.net wrote

Re: [VFB] Grappling Hook

2012-08-11 Thread Alan Di Somma
It probable is. I recd it in a swap years ago and it was designated as just that. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 11, 2012, at 7:23 AM, The Smiths aflyt...@comcast.net wrote: looks like the old snagging set up they used years ago on the salmon river in New York

Re: [VFB] Aug. 2012 Roll Call- Who's still here and tuning in?

2012-08-11 Thread Alan Di Somma
Peggy; How about a soft hackle swap? Was it you that hosted the traditional dry fly's of Dette's? Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 11, 2012, at 6:19 PM, Peggy Brenner peggy.bren...@comcast.net wrote: Still here, just ultra busy with my elderly Mom, she never smoked

Re: [VFB] HUGE Rattler

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
Chuck; The first shot in my ugh is snake shot. Just like a shotgun shell. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 8:07 AM, Brian Burgess brian.burge...@btinternet.com wrote: HAHAHA sounds like you need glasses or shooting lessons Chuck. If we ever get

Re: [VFB] HUGE Rattler

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
That ugh was supposed to be gun..duh! Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 8:34 AM, Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net wrote: Chuck; The first shot in my ugh is snake shot. Just like a shotgun shell. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad

[VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
with a sink tip and a wooly worm, but no luck. Stuck with what was working and got two on two casts. The water was like glass after the storm blew over. I've got to find a way to secure fly rods so I don't loose any more. Down to 11 now. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad -- You

Re: [VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
I am going to try that ASAP. I sure would like to get that rod back. It casts very nice. Yes only 11 left. I have given away four or five. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 12:32 PM, Neville Gosling nev.gosl...@shaw.ca wrote: Alan: you should be able

Re: [VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
I plan on buying two rod holders for my pontoon boat. That should help quite a bit. I actually had several bungee cords in mt truck, but never thought of using them. Thanks for the idea. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 12:50 PM, Chuck Alexander

Re: [VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
I hope I can be that lucky. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 1:50 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote: This is a true story. Some years ago when I was going out on Charter Party boats for Salt Water fishing we had a guy drop his rod and reel

Re: [VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
some time ago. At least it will get some action, trying to retrieve my wayward rod. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 1:52 PM, Jimmy D. Moore ray...@earthlink.net wrote: Dang, Alan! I keep you in flies and if I remember I've given you a rod or two

Re: [VFB] Fishing

2012-08-10 Thread Alan Di Somma
I sure would like to borrow one of those underwater cameras. While I had my waders on, I picked up some lures I found hooked to tree stumps and rocks for my daughter in law. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2012, at 2:34 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot...@yahoo.com wrote

Re: [VFB] bead help?

2012-07-28 Thread Alan Di Somma
Jack; That's OK, I had a great visit with the grand kids. Got to take the 5 yr. old fishing, but didn't catch anything. couldn't meet up with Jimmy D either. Well try again soon. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Jul 28, 2012, at 7:23 PM, Jack Lehman jklepo

Re: [VFB] re: tragedy in Colorado

2012-07-28 Thread Alan Di Somma
I agree with you Joyce. I believe we have too much intrusion from the fed.govt. It all started when we forgot that the founding fathers based the construction on Christian values. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Jul 28, 2012, at 12:03 PM, Anthony Spezio bambot

Re: [VFB] re: tragedy in Colorado

2012-07-28 Thread Alan Di Somma
I meant to say the constitution Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Jul 28, 2012, at 8:02 PM, Alan Di Somma phxflyt...@cox.net wrote: I agree with you Joyce. I believe we have too much intrusion from the fed.govt. It all started when we forgot that the founding fathers

Re: [VFB] New Jersey

2012-07-27 Thread Alan Di Somma
Bob; Do you know a little town called, Bamber Lake? I used to have a summer home there. I haven't been back there in years, but I heard that a member of the family bought the house. Don't know if she still owns it or not. It was a great place for the kids for the summer. Thank you, Alan Di

Re: [VFB] Help with fly / rubber legs...

2012-07-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Nick; If you have an old bungee cord, you may have the rubber legs you are looking for. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On Jul 17, 2012, at 7:40 AM, Rick Zieger rdzieg...@yahoo.com wrote: Could you show the original fly against a few sizes of rubber? I have some very

Re: [VFB] a graceful Rise the interview

2012-05-26 Thread Alan Di Somma
Congratulations Peggy. Thank you, Alan Di Somma Sent from my iPad On May 25, 2012, at 8:37 PM, Peggy Brenner peggy.bren...@comcast.net wrote: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKxxgDvA4wU I wanted to share this with everyone on VFB, but also THANK EVERYONE here. Even though I

Re: [VFB] quote 013111

2011-02-01 Thread Alan Di Somma
Better stock up on fire wood Alan Di Somma Phoenix, AZ. 85048 -- From: Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net Sent: Tuesday, February 01, 2011 6:23 AM To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [VFB] quote 013111 I knew an old fisherman who

Re: [VFB] OT 60 years

2010-12-23 Thread Alan Di Somma
and age. Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You come back from the dump with more than you took. http://www.azflyfishing.net/ - Original Message - From: Anthony Spezio To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, December 23, 2010 8:29 AM Subject: [VFB

Re: [VFB] New cartoons on website

2010-12-21 Thread Alan Di Somma
Besides being funny they hit home. I especially like the way you can click on a picture and it makes it large enough to see with my old eyes. The slie show is pretty neat also. Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You come back from the dump with more than you took. http

[VFB] Joe Molete

2010-12-20 Thread Alan Di Somma
Has anyone else recd an email from this person? It has an attachment and I am affraid to open it. Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You come back from the dump with more than you took. http://www.azflyfishing.net/ -- You received this message because you are subscribed

Re: [VFB] Some observations about fly movement under water

2010-12-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Use brown tippets. Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You have the local taxidermist on speed dial... http://www.azflyfishing.net/ - Original Message - From: Rick Zieger To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday, December 17, 2010 7:26 AM

Re: [VFB] Some observations about fly movement under water

2010-12-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
You suppose we think alikeVERY SCARRY! Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You have the local taxidermist on speed dial... http://www.azflyfishing.net/ - Original Message - From: Allan Fish afi...@sbcglobal.net To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday

Re: [VFB] Some observations about fly movement under water

2010-12-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
Wayne: That gives me anm idea. Why not tie furled leaders out of pink thread..Mmm Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You have the local taxidermist on speed dial... http://www.azflyfishing.net/ - Original Message - From: Wayne Blake-Hedges wayneb22

Re: [VFB] Some observations about fly movement under water

2010-12-17 Thread Alan Di Somma
I actually still have a pint of 190 proof alcohol Thank you, Alan Di Somma You know your a redneck when: You have the local taxidermist on speed dial... http://www.azflyfishing.net/ - Original Message - From: Don Ordes f...@tribcsp.com To: vfb-mail@googlegroups.com Sent: Friday

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