I don't advise complete minimalization. That is never good. What I recommend is this.
1) Have a back pack w/ all your flies, tippet, spools of line, ect......This way you can have every thing you need when you get to your destination. Maybe even take your travel vise and some extra tying matterials w/ you. For patterns that you don't have and need. 2) Section your flies into different catagories. How you do this is your decission. This makes for an easy time organizing the flies you will be taking out onto the stream (or lake). 3) Fit at least 3 of every fly you know you'll need for that location into a pocket sized flybox. (Rule of 3: one for you, one to lose, one for your buddy) Fit at least 3 of some other kind of flies (i.e. experimental) into another pocket sized flybox. 4) Know what leader and tippet you need before you hit the water. (I use knotless leader and run tippet off the end so a) I never run out of leader b) I only need to carry one spool of tippet. 5) The pez de resistance The Leatherman "Wave" ( or any multi-tool). This replaces scissors, knife, pliers, and a file. Know you are down to four things that can fit neatly into the front pouch of most waders. Remember, the Key is to know your stream. Know what the fish are taking for that time of year. Or you'll spend the day running back and forth to your car Toober __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/
