L. L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook [Paperback]

Dave Whitlock (Author)

Book Description

Series: L. L. Bean | Publication Date: October 1, 1996

This new all-color and updated edition of the famous L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook is based on the methods time-tested in the Bean Fly Fishing Schools.

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The name L. L. Bean is acknowledged as being the tops in outdoor gear. This handbook justifiably bears that brand. A handsomely illustrated Text enhanced with photographs, Dave Whitlock's book covers the Zen of fly fishing, the craft or how-to, the strategies for various fish, how to "read" both fish and stream, and describes the art of tying various flies, and the latest in fly- fishing attire. Whitlock addresses both fresh- and saltwater considerations, the ethics of fishing, and has compiled an excellent list of publications and organizations of interest to the fisher.

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"The beginner could not find a better guide."--Fly Fisherman

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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: The Lyons Press; 1st edition (October 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1558214372
• ISBN-13: 978-1558214378
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #457,345 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent handbook that covers all the basics, January 7, 1999

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This review is from: L. L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook (Paperback)

I picked this book up shortly after my first fly rod & have found it be great for understanding the basics of fly fishing. All of the equipement and tackle assembley is clearly stated & illustrated for the begining fly fisherman. Casting & stategey are covered as well, although I would reccomend picking up a book on casting as well.

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent beginner's guide, March 1, 2005

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M. T. Vancampen (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: L. L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook (Paperback)

After reviewing dozen of books, I decided to purchase and use this as my primary self-teaching tool. Surprisingly, I was able to learn the basics of casting from this book. I did get some instruction but was too eager to wait for that route. Once I showed up for a lesson, I was told my cast was quite impressive for a beginner; that was the result of this book. I also initially had qualms with the what-I-thought were overly complicated knots given as examples for connecting flies, leaders, tippets, etc. However, after losing several flies, leaders, and tippets from using other knots, I have followed the advice in the book with significantly more success. Overall, I would say there is no better introduction to this wonderful and satisfying hobby. After reading it, you can safely walk in to your local fly shop without feeling like an idiot. Highly reccomended.After reviewing dozen of books, I decided to purchase and use this as my primary self-teaching tool. Surprisingly, I was able to learn the basics of casting from this book. I did get some instruction but was too eager to wait for that route. Once I showed up for a lesson, I was told my cast was quite impressive for a beginner; that was the result of this book. I also initially had qualms with the what-I-thought were overly complicated knots given as examples for connecting flies, leaders, tippets, etc. However, after losing several flies, leaders, and tippets from using other knots, I have followed the advice in the book with significantly more success. Overall, I would say there is no better introduction to this wonderful and satisfying hobby. After reading it, you can safely walk in to your local fly shop without feeling like an idiot. Highly recommended.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book to Start Your Fly Fishing, April 16, 2006

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Reader from the North (Midwest, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: L. L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook (Paperback)

Whitlock's book is one of the best (the other being Rosenbauer's Orvis book) introductions to the sport of fly fishing. The Whitlock illustrations are always great, and the information is top-notch. You will find out everything you need from fly lines to fly rods to knots to basic flies. Don't be fooled by the "L.L.Bean" title--it nowhere promotes their products. An excellent book overall. As an added note, the L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Bass Handbook is mostly a rehash of this book.