Pole,
Pack and Paddle 34th Edition
Fly
Fishing, Backpacking, Canoes & Kayaks
Tues-Fri
11-7, Thurs until
Osprey Packs are here!… Just in are the Aether & Atmos…excellent choices
for backpackers. At only 4 lb. 12 oz and
3lb 13 oz both are very
light but still capable of comfortably hauling 4400- 4200 cubic inches of
gear. They feature the “coolest” back designs
and a range of adjustments to fit a variety of body shapes and sizes.
ALSO
the North Face Skareb
55, Terra 60 and Crestone 60… updated and lightened as well. All represent a shift in industry and consumer
preferences toward lighter packs, reasonable capacity, desire for new designs
and features, and higher quality.
Kelty Packs… still very popular. We carry 4 models of externa, adjustable
frame packs (which work great for growing kids and are quite popular with many
adults) and 4 models of internal frame packs.
Just in is the new Kelty Agile 3lb 13 oz and 4500 cu.in.. Getting
great reviews for it’s lighter weight and excellent features, capacity and carry.
FIT TIP: torso measurements and charts are only one aspect of proper fit. Length of neck, thickness of chest and
shoulders and other body proportions all enter in to the pack fitting
equation. Try a pack on with weight;
adjust it properly; wear it around for several minutes or more; then try on
another model…and then another. Select
by comfort…not price, advertising, reviews or someone’s recommendations.
PACK TIP… Many folks can get a pack
too small when trying to go lighter…thinking they’ll just tie or strap gear to
the outside. Although many come with
lash and tie-in points, that defeats a
key advantage of an internal… and that practice should be avoided. To quote
one leading manufacturer “make a
point to get gear inside the
pack…. Odds and ends strapped on all over the outside of the pack wreak havoc with balance…”
TENTS for ’07… The new North Face Roadrunner 23
is a great tent for this area and weighs only 5 lbs. Even lighter…the new North Face Vario 23
at 4lb.
Trying to save weight?...without
getting too “severe”…these are well
worth a look… Sierra Designs make some
of the best (the best?) tents. Their
Lightning is a great 2 person model
weighing under 4 lbs.! We are continuing the MSR Hubba Hubba, a 2 person model weighing 4 lbs. At under $200, the SD Electron is a great value and comes with footprint, coffee sling
and attic. And, always popular…the Kelty
Tent Tips:
our website has more tent selection
guidance. 2 person tents are our
best sellers…since often the weight is not much more than solo tents and they
offer more convenience, comfort and versatility. Tent weights and dimensions are often
“optimistic” so read the specs carefully; ask questions; and evaluate wisely.
Special Clinics…in the store…FREE…about 1-2 hours…please pre-register NLT 1 week prior…
Knots to Know…Mar. 27…7pm…”hands on”…bowlines, half hitch, stopper knot, trucker’s,
sheet bend…
Canoeing
& Kayaking…Mar
28…
Backpacking…April 4…
Fresh/Salt
Fishing School…We’re closed Sat.
March 31 instructing at NC/SC Sportsman magazine’s school in
Guided Fishing Trips… We book with some of the
best guides in the SE for trout, smallmouth and muskie fishing…and prices are
the same as going direct…just let us know.
Virginia Fly Fishing
Festival Apr 21-21…not
as big as
SALES (updated)
most Winter coats, hats, gloves are half price !!!!
AND Rainpants…1/2off….
MSR Duralite cooksets….40% off;
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Fly Tying Classes…more classes are planned
in late March and April. Let us know what you want…even if you
think your name is on a list from last year…it’s time to update.
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Fishing Classes …
Intro to Fly Fishing…Richard Griggs….
Mar 21(
(equipment, lines, knots,
flies, accessories, techniques, locations etc.)
(classroom in the store
and casting outside on the grass)
NEW!....On-Stream Clinic…Mar. 25 rigging, reading water,
deep nymphing, dry flies, wading, casting, droppers, streamers, landing and releasing fish and more…4
hrs. $75
On Helton Creek in Ashe County
Please
remember, advance registration is important due date changes, weather,
etc.
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Thanks for shopping
local… with the proliferation of chain stores and internet shopping, we
sincerely appreciate our customers who seek specialty equipment, local
knowledge, first-hand experience and service.
Your business is important to us.
Thank you!