Re: [VFB] Sign-up list-- 1st Swap, 2019 - Pink Squirrel Nymph

2019-01-20 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hi Don and co, > > I have replied on two different threads but dont see the replies. Hey ho. If there is still room on the swap Im in but dont sweat it if theres not. Glad to see you are well down the road to recovery Don and long may it continue to improve. Take care guys Keith P -- --

Re: [VFB] Sign-up list-- 1st Swap, 2019 - Pink Squirrel Nymph

2019-01-20 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
gt; Mr. Keith, How’s Foster? > I have you signed up. Like the good ol’ days. > We still have a few spots open. > DonO > > *From:* 'KP' via VFB Mail > *Sent:* Sunday, January 20, 2019 12:35 PM > *To:* VFB Mail > *Subject:* Re: [VFB] Sign-up list-- 1st Swap, 2019 - Pink S

Re: [VFB] Pink Squirrel Nymph Swap- 2 tiers needed

2019-04-02 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hi guys. My flies were shipped 1st March. So that's a boomer by the looks of it. Darn. I even put $10 for return post in the envelope. I don't have time for doing a second set so guys sorry but that's that. Msnrsnbsnfuszbussllmucklfickle Cheers Keith -- -- You received this message because

Re: [VFB] Re: Cheap but good fly line

2019-05-26 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hi Rene Yupp good to see everyone around despite the various challenges we all seem to face to one degree or another. I have worked for Orvi for 10 years and enjoy most of the time. Always the odd day where I could just say enough is enough. Then I go fishin and all is well catch or not :-)

[VFB] Re: Pink Squirrel swap update?

2019-06-05 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
> > Hi Don Hope you are feeling better. Just wondering if my flies ever turned up sport. They went out right before the due date but you showed them as no show 3 weeks later. Hey Ho. Foster says get well sir Cheers KP -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB

[VFB] Re: Cheap but good fly line

2019-05-01 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Chuck, I work for Orvis in the UK. Which line was it you got at $29.95 ? The Orvis line is made in the USA by Scientific Anglers. Orvis own SA. If you are not happy with it you can send it back to Orvis and they will refund it. What make is the Ebay jobby? What many folk forget is that just

[VFB] Re: Cheap but good fly line

2019-05-02 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hi Chuck > > Your comment that the getting to fish is the important thing is perfect. Glad you had a good day catchin not fishin :-) The Clearwater is a good line. Its a 1/2 line weight heavier than a standard line and should work the rod nicely. As for your fly tying guide your right its a

[VFB] Suggestion for Paper Books with Czech / Euro / Jig nymph patterns in them

2019-12-05 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hi Pete. I have the book but the DVD was missing. Its fantastic list of patterns. https://www.tungsten-beads-plus.com/products/hends-book-dvd-fly-fishing-and-fly-tying-2 -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the "VFB Mail" group. To post to this group, send email to

[VFB] Re: Tony Spezio

2020-03-17 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Really sorry to hear this news and will keep Tony and Dot in my thoughts. Very sad times Keith -- -- 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 to

[VFB] Re: Source for Seal's fur dubbing in the USA?

2020-06-29 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Pete have you tried Feathers MC? John McClain does "SEAL" dubbing and is based in USA Try it nothing to lose I guess. https://feathersmc.com/product/seal-dubbing/ If you want seal for real I can get it in the UK and send it. And I can I believe get Cites tickets too. Via

Re: [VFB] Test

2021-01-01 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
So if we want to keep our merry band together why not set up a Facebook or WhatsApp page/group? Wouldnt have to wait 24 hours to get a reply as it will be almost instant? Set it as a private group leave the contact options on here so anyone who wants to stay in touch can pop over to the new

[VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-19 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
HA!! Good to see you are still kicking around you old Blowhard :-) Sorry to hear about your tough medical times bud and your brothers passing. However I'm a boy from Wolverhampton in the UK and its city motto is "Out of darkness cometh light" and your three recent additions to the "pawpaw"

Re: [VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-20 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
; was glad I was not the SwapMeister sorting 10,000 flys. > > On Wed, Apr 19, 2023 at 3:09 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail < > vfb-...@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> HA!! Good to see you are still kicking around you old Blowhard :-) >> Sorry to hear about your tough medical times bud and yo

Re: [VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-24 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
ge scoop Strawberry Ice Cream > > Mix in a blender until smooth. > Pour into a On-The-Rocks glass > Float a Strawberry on top. > > On Sat, Apr 22, 2023 at 11:21 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail < > vfb-...@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Ha ! Thats awesome. I will have a look

Re: [VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-22 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Head. That is the fly's true > name and no one should infer anything from that about this tier. > > On Thu, Apr 20, 2023 at 11:33 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail < > vfb-...@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Hi Gary, >> Good to hear from you sport. Yep I remember the photos Byar

Re: [VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-27 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
> Great to hear from you all and see the list active again, > -Pete > pete....@gmail.com > > On Wed, Apr 26, 2023 at 5:19 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail < > vfb-...@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Hi Peggy, >> Sorry to hear about your BIL. Condolences to you and your family

Re: [VFB] Re: I'M still kickin'

2023-04-26 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
of his 73 years he took > insulin to live, went into a hospital for a week for dehydration and came > out in a bag. > > Peggy B > > On Mon, Apr 24, 2023 at 6:04 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail < > vfb-...@googlegroups.com> wrote: > >> Thanks Gary, >> Dont kn

[VFB] Old Farts Fly Swap.

2023-04-26 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Hello folks, Thought I would put this on a thread of its own. So the "rules" are: Tie ONE fly of your choice. Post a photo on thisa thread of the fly along with the recipe. Room for as many of you that want to join in. Age must be OVER 50 (days old!!) Do all this with no worries about deadlines,

Re: [VFB] Old fart swap picture

2023-05-31 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Nice one Jack. On Thursday, 18 May 2023 at 13:52:24 UTC+1 Peggy Brenner wrote: > Beauty Jack! > > > On Thu, May 18, 2023 at 1:14 AM Jack Harford wrote: > >> Here is my entry :D >> >> [image: image.png] >> >> On Sun, May 14, 2023 at 8:50 PM Pete Gramp wrote: >> >>> Here's my submission for the

Re: [VFB] Old Farts Fly Swap.

2023-05-13 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
Love it. I will upload my photo later today. Regards Keith On Thursday, 11 May 2023 at 19:46:14 UTC+1 Peggy Brenner wrote: > Silver Doctor hair wing salmon for all of us remaining old farts. > > Peggy B > > On Wed, Apr 26, 2023, 5:24 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail > wrote: > >&

Re: [VFB] Old Farts Fly Swap.

2023-05-14 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
fart and the eyes are going on me... > Hope the picture went through OK. > -Pete > > On Sat, May 13, 2023, 3:12 AM 'KP' via VFB Mail > wrote: > >> Love it. I will upload my photo later today. >> Regards >> Keith >> >> >> On Thursday, 11 Ma

Re: [VFB] Old Farts Fly Swap.

2023-05-05 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
and the others thinking? > > Best > > René > On 26/04/2023 11:24, 'KP' via VFB Mail wrote: > > Hello folks, > Thought I would put this on a thread of its own. So the "rules" are: > Tie ONE fly of your choice. > Post a photo on thisa thread of the fly along with t

Re: [VFB] Old Farts Fly Swap.

2023-05-07 Thread 'KP' via VFB Mail
On 06/05/2023 04:21, Byard Miller wrote: > > Here’s my favorite … or favorites! > > > > Keep Tyin’ … byard > > Sent from Byard's iPhone > > On May 5, 2023, at 6:11 PM, 'KP' via VFB Mail > wrote: > > Good shout Swap Meister :-) So send them here and then put