jburge 0 Report post Posted January 29, 2011 John, Let's make a Tenkara day of it this Spring. I'd like to see how this style of fly worhs the H2O. Thanks again for hosting. Later... You betcha! We'll connect and maybe even make it more than a day John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boynabubble 0 Report post Posted January 29, 2011 Whoa, did I go way overboard... John, That is just the information I was looking for. Lots of info on the Tenkara USA sight, but I was looking for info from someone who has actually tried it. Sounds like you have had a lot of fun with this. I'll drop you a PM when I start getting set up. I'm glad I joined this swap, I'll have a great box of flies just waiting for a tenkara rod. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hairstacker 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 Whoa, did I go way overboard... John, I've been curious about this style of fly fishing for some time and that was a great post, thank you! -- Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jburge 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 John, I've been curious about this style of fly fishing for some time and that was a great post, thank you! -- Mike Mike! Glad to see and hear from you! I haven't been been able to do much of anything online for a number of months--life, kids, job changes, finding out I'm a grandpa... Since there really does seem to be an interest, I think I'll post some pix of the flies as they come in, just for all to see. Definitely worth the learning experience. Hope all's well! John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbranch 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 well im glad i made it in the last slot avaliable, started doing research tonight and picking up a few supplies in the morning to begin! As you said i think this will be great swap aswell! can't wait to begin tying. :headbang: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NineZeroSeven 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 I'll be keeping an eye on this one, looking forward to seeing the flies. I just started looking into Tenkara 3 or 4 days ago -I'm excited to get outfitted & give it a shot this season. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yetavon 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 My first attempt at a Tenkara, #10 Dry and more Any pointers? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jburge 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 I'll be keeping an eye on this one, looking forward to seeing the flies. I just started looking into Tenkara 3 or 4 days ago -I'm excited to get outfitted & give it a shot this season. NineZeroSeven, Way to go. I think you'll really enjoy the simplicity of it all. John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbranch 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 I will be tying a Sakasa Kebari style fly like most of everyone, it will be interesting to see all the different styles and type people will tie. I will post a pic of one of mine when completed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jburge 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 My first attempt at a Tenkara, #10 Dry Any pointers? yetavon, I'm not going to claim to be an expert so others can jump in here too, but I'm glad to share some pointers. First of all, you got a fish-catcher there, no doubt! The overall body length looks good, and the colors are great too. I'm certain you'll be landing fish with that fly. I'd only change a couple of things. I'd make the red head a little shorter in length and move the hackle position more forward. And remember, that's just me. If you like the proportions, go for it. Because we have some pretty rough waters in our freestone streams, I would put one or two more turns of the hackle on, just to keep the fly floating in turbulent water. And just as a technique thing, if you want a smoother body, you can try a couple of things: 1) Smaller diameter thread. (In the attached picture, I used some 8/0 Uni to create a thread body.) It'll take more wraps but help with developing a nice taper, and 2) Try flattening your thread before you whip finish. If you're a right-handed tier, you can give your bobbin a counter-clockwise spin. That'll spread the fibers out a bit and make for a smoother overall finish. Just my .02. That said, nice work! I have no problem taking one of those out this spring and catching fish John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jburge 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 My first attempt at a Tenkara, #10 Dry and more Any pointers? yetavon, Did you add more pix? All I saw was the #10 dry. John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbranch 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 heres a pic of my first fly for the swap any input would be awsome! i could always do a different one if its not looking for good. let me know your thoughts. hook:mustad 3399A size 12 thread: tan uni-thread 6/0 hackle:grizley hen dubbing:olive skeeter fuzz body:wrapped in tan uni-thread ribbing: Fl. green uni-cord Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boynabubble 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 Lookin really good kbranch. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbranch 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 thanks for the input. can't wait to see the rest of the flies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jburge 0 Report post Posted January 30, 2011 and more Any pointers? yetavon, Now I see the "and more." Nice job! Proportions look really good, the reverse hackle is sweet, and fish-killing colors too. The wings are a nice touch. Just me, I'd go a little shorter, but I love the idea. Reminds me of the style of fly Davie McPhail ties up: http://www.youtube.com/user/DavieMcPhail#p/u/44/L-oWwsEs_0Q Man, I can tell already we're going to have a great set of flies. Thanks! John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
