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The L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing
by MacAuley Lord, Dick Talleur, and Dave Whitlock
Published 1 December 2002
Brought to you in conjunction with L.L. Bean, America's most trusted name in outdoor apparel, and written by unquestioned experts in the field, this book is divided into four essential parts - general fly fishing, fly fishing for bass, fly casting, and fly tying - and covers each with in-depth analysis in clear, easy-to-follow language. Learn about assembly of fly tackle; the biology of fish; natural fish foods and how to imitate them; safety techniques; bass flies; where to find bass; the eleven habits of highly effective fly casters; the basic four-part cast; the roll cast; the basics of fly tying; types of flies; the top ten most popular and successful fly patterns; and much more. The "L.L. Bean Ultimate Book of Fly Fishing" is the perfect gift for seasoned anglers looking to improve their skills, novices picking up a fly rod for the first time, or all those who have ever dreamed of trading in their suits for a pair of waders.
Fly-rodding for largemouth and smallmouth bass is an exhilarating and entertaining past-time enjoyed by thousands of people around the world. "The L.L. Bean Fly Fishing for Bass Handbook" is a superb guide that introduces and examines various angling techniques that will enable even beginners to catch bass on a fly rod. Its chapters cover everything from the different types of bass and their habitats, through casting techniques and innovative flies, to advice on the differences between fishing on lakes and streams.
With colorful, concise, and easy-to-follow illustrations, The L.L. Bean Fly-Fishing Handbook offers a fun introduction to the sport. This friendly volume coaches readers on the basics of fly-casting and assembly of tackle without demanding that the reader invest tons of time and money. The goal here is getting started, and this useful, portable book won't sit on the shelf-it's meant to be taken outdoors for easy consultation. Author Dave Whitlock covers the foods fish eat and how to imitate those foods, details the necessary fly assortment for novices, and provides a useful glossary. Chapters added in this edition include approaches to saltwater fish species, ethics and sportsmanship, and methods for fishing from boats and float tubes.