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by Barry Beck (Author), Cathy Beck (Author) "ALWAYS USE THE RIGHT TOOLS FOR THE JOB..." (more)
Key Phrases: saltwater fly lines, saltwater fly fisherman, smaller baitfish, Boca Paila, Lefty Kreh, Florida Keys (more...)
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*118 color photos
* 25 line drawings
* 8 x 11
* Illustrated guide to tackle, tactics, species, habitat, destinations
* Drawings of saltwater knots and casting techniques
* Especially useful for fly fishers making the transition from fresh water to salt

The recent popularity of saltwater fly fishing has created the need for a book that presents the fundamentals of stalking and catching wary flats species. This clearly illustrated and beautifully photographed guide covers basic equipment (rods, reels, line, leaders, flies, clothing); techniques (tying knots, casting, stalking fish); species (bonefish, permit, tarpon, snook, barracuda, redfish, jacks, stripers, bluefish, false albacore, bonito, sea trout, and weakfish); habitat (tides, wind, and structure); and destinations (Caribbean, Mexico, Florida Keys, Outer Banks, Chesapeake Bay, New England coast). It also includes a detailed photo sequence on the double haul, a distance-casting technique crucial for saltwater anglers.

Barry and Cathy Beck are among the most recognized names in fly fishing. They contribute photographs and articles to all the major fly-fishing magazines, have written several books, and are much-sought after tackle and travel consultants. They live in Benton, Pennsylvania.


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  • Hardcover: 148 pages
  • Publisher: Stackpole Books; 1st edition (May 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0811706265
  • ISBN-13: 978-0811706261
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #786,412 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beginner Book, November 2, 1999
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This is an excellent beginner book for text and photographs, however it is not advanced enough for the intermediate or experience fly fisher person. Photographs are fantastic and make a great book for beginning collector.
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