On the Fly

Gusty winds and a big list of needed travel preparations didn't make today seem ideal for reacquainting myself with fly-fishing. However, when I opened my new Cabela's 5-weight LSi/WLx combo, it wasn't long before I found myself putting the backing on the reel and adding the fly line -- and then one thing led to another.

Nathaniel and I limited ourselves to one quick lap around the pond, but that was enough time for me to land six bream. I also broke off a chunky largemouth, which was careless on my part. I sort of forgot I was fly-fishing and had pretty light tippet and tried to get the fish canoe-side a little too quickly.

I'm really excited about the new fly combo. It has a great action and casts beautifully, even with the wind blowing and me doing the fly casting. It's also a 4-piece rod that came with a hard tube that's only a little longer than the sections. That makes it super portable and easy to tote along on fishing forays. In fact it's in the truck, just in case I need it in Tennessee or Arkansas this week!