Saltwater Flies of the Northeast [Hardcover]

Angelo Peluso (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 30, 2006

Saltwater Flies of the Northeast is all about productive saltwater patterns of the Northeast--flies that are designed to consistently catch fish. Intended to serve as a reference guide for both beginning and advanced fly anglers and fly tiers, this book is also a window on the world of some of the region's most successful fly fishermen.

Angelo Peluso profiles the exceptional flies of more than 100 professional and amateur tiers, guides and captains. Their designs and patterns have been successfully fished regionally--from the southern tip of New Jersey up through the rugged coastline of Maine, and most all locations in between. Within these pages are the "go-to" designs that each contributing fly tier, professional guide and captain uses when the going gets tough.

With its beautiful photographs and stunning artwork, including its unique computer-generated cover, this book is worthy of being on display. It's also practical, with descriptions and recipes for more than 400 of today's most effective Northeast saltwater fly patterns. An indispensable guide for fly tying, Saltwater Flies of the Northeast is a "must-have" for the serious or aspiring saltwater fly tier and fly angler.

Editorial Reviews

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"Saltwater Flies of the Northeast is comprehensive; it includes all pattern genres, and all eras. This book both captures the state of the art in Northeast saltwater fly pattern development as of 2006, and will serve as a foundation for future fly pattern development--for any geographic region near the sea--by the tiers of tomorrow." ---Alan Caolo, Author Sight-Fishing for Striped Bass

"Angelo's effort is home to the soul of Northeast saltwater fly fishing. Pioneers (Curcione and Popovics), legends (Clouser and Kreh) and local masters like Mikkleson, Becker, Skok and Patlen all cast their imitations in the waters of this invaluable work." ---Bob Lindquist

Product Details

• Hardcover: 190 pages
• Publisher: Frank Amato Pubns; First Edition edition (September 30, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571883940
• ISBN-13: 978-1571883940
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 11.3 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,221,580 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fly-fishing Recipes for Success, February 12, 2008

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Robert Banfelder "Award-winning Author Robert... (Riverhead, NY: Spearhead of the North and South Forks of Long Island) - See all my reviews
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Robert Banfelder, author of psychological thrillers and outdoors writer (www.robertbanfelder.com)
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SALTWATER FLIES OF THE NORTHEAST is a work of art in four respects. One: It is a compilation of flies and their recipes crafted by the region's accomplished tiers as well as folks who utilize these patterns by way of plying our coastal waters; namely, seasoned saltwater fly-fishing guides and veteran boat captains. Two: It is a 369 picture-perfect presentment of these imitations, shot by notable photographer Richard Siberry, whose worldly works range from Montauk to Mongolia, Iceland to Arctic Russia, as well as the flats of the Florida Keys to the coast of Cape Cod. Three: It is a bantam yet fine collection of artwork by three distinguished gentlemen: Joe Blados, Vito DeVito, and Alan James Robinson. Four: It is a comprehensive undertaking scribed by one of the great outdoors writers in our region--Angelo Peluso--whose numerous articles on angling have appeared in a good many, well-known publications. Too, Angelo Peluso has authored a third book entitled FLY FISHING LONG ISLAND.

Although I dislike the term 'coffee-table book,' SALTWATER FLIES OF THE NORTHEAST belongs on such a surface if not on a table adjacent to your fly-tying bench. It does not belong buried within a cluttered bookcase or set absently upon a shelf. It is a reference book worthy of a place close-at-hand. I refer to it as my portable 9 by 11 photo gallery--carried from living room, to dining room, to den.

SALTWATER FLIES OF THE NORTHEAST is destined to become a classic for the simple reason that it is a recipe for fly-fishing success.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book, March 9, 2007

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Arthur J. Peltier - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Saltwater Flies of the Northeast (Hardcover)

If you live in the Northeast and salwater flyfish or are interested in the sport this is the book for you!The artwork alone is worth the price of the book and the illustrations are great. Tying is also made easier by the material and hook listings. This book is a great addition to anyones library.