Posts tagged fly fishing frenzy
How It All Began
May 19th
This week we are having our 7th annual Fly Fishing Frenzy event. So all of you know what it is and how it all started here is a little history.
Most of us frenziers grew up fishing the fabled waters of Southeast Idaho. We all then went to college, got married, and got jobs. As crazy as life would get, we always found time to do a little fishing. We finally decided that we needed to make our fly fishing getaway an annual trip where the fellas could be the fellas and leave the daily grind behind. Thus began the Frenzy!
The Frenzy fishing event was started back in 2001 by none other than Aaron “Chubbs” Peterson. It all started when he wanted to plan a trip or “Mancation” as we like to call it, up to Island Park, Idaho to fish for a few days with the boys. The first inductees into the official 1st FFF (Fly Fishing Frenzy) were Aaron “Chubbs” Peterson, Justin “Yetter” Pond, and Jerry “Gene Simmons from KISS” Garn. Those three hit the salmon fly hatch in Island Park perfectly and vowed to make it a yearly occurrence.
The Frenzy has grown into something amazing that our group looks forward to every year. This week long event happens once a year and is set in stone on everyone’s calendar for years to come and nothing trumps this event; not even marriage or your first kid being born. (we do let these excuses slide sometimes)
There are about 8-10 of us that go every year and we try to limit the numbers so it doesn’t turn in to more planning and organization then just having fun fishing. This year on the other hand is a bit different. We have a film crew coming to capture footage of us fishing and hanging out. After we attended this year’s Fly Fishing Film Tour in Salt Lake City we had an epiphany. Although the films were insane and unreal to watch we discussed how 95% of fly fisherman will never be able to go to the remote places of the world to catch huge and rare fish, but on the other hand planning a week trip once a year with friends is quite doable and frankly needs to be done. Our Frenzy trip each year is more than just getting away from work, family, and the day to day grind; it is an experience that we embed into our souls. Fishing for us is spiritual and a very personal experience. By documenting our trip this year, we want to share with the fly fishing community the awesome experiences, the beautiful big fish, the violent strikes and show it all on film without flying to international waters hunting for a once in a life time fish. Now don’t get me wrong I want to fly fish around the world, but for a guy with a day job, wife and kids it is just something I don’t see happening for a number of years. Bottom line is that we hope to make a short video encompassing what most anglers realistically experience.
Now our site/blog on the other hand was started by Brent “Big Hoss” Ramey a couple of years ago to help spread and share our stories and give everyone a chance to up load pictures and videos about their fishing outings. This year our blog has turned into something we have spent more time on trying to make a bit of money to pay for our addiction. Keep on eye on our blog this week for a bombardment of updates and pictures as we hit tons of water in Idaho and Montana.
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Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!
Apr 1st
It’s about time the Frenzy did a Give-Away
Alright Frenzy Nation, the Fly Fishing Frenzy is giving away a 3 day 2 night stay at our Cabin in Victor, Idaho (20 miles west of Jackson Hole, Wyoming) in the Teton Springs Development.
The Development is a 27 Hole Johnny Miller Golf Course with many ponds around the development stocked with Native Cutthroat and Brook Trout. I know that for many of our readers/subscribers it might be a ways to travel to Victor, but the journey will be well worth it.
The area is ripe with great fly fishing. Not only will you find trout taking flies on the ponds surrounding the golf course in Teton Springs, but here are a few rivers/creeks that are within a short drive
- Teton River
- Bitch Creek,
- South Fork of the Snake River,
- Henry’s Fork of the Snake,
- and many more.
Jackson Hole is a short 25 minute drive over the pass and the nightlife over there is much better than in Victor. You definitely will not be disappointed.
Here is how the Giveaway works. It is really simple, there is only one way to put your name into the running.
- Enter your email below to subscribe to our blog (make sure it is a valid email and one you use because that is the only way we will be able to contact the winner) and we will do a drawing on April 20th 2009 out of the list of current subscribers at that time.
- The winner will be announced on our Blog that day.
- The winner will need to send over 2 – 3 potential dates that work for him/her and we will get it on the calendar.
We will not use your email for anything besides sending you notifications of new blog posts.
The cabin is a 4 bedroom 4.5 bath. It is 4000 sq ft and is fully furnished. Here are a few pics.
ENJOY!
Dr G’s – 2009 Fly Fishing Gear Review
Mar 24th
Every year like all fly fishermen I make a mental wish list of gear that I wish I had. Each year I get a few new pieces of fly fishing gear that I had been wishing for and dying to get.
2009 has been one of my better years for the amount of new gear I have had to try out. So here it is:
2009 Gear Review
Orvis Pro Guide 3 Waders: If your looking for waders that will take a beating than these are your waders. I am hard on my waders an I expect them to perform in all four seasons t
he Rockies have to offer. They are top of the line waders that Pro Guides use world wide. I owned the Pro Guide 2’s for two years until they finally sprang a leak in the inter leg seem. I sent them to Orvis for repair. (Under Life Time Warranty) And to my surprise they sent me a brand new pair of Pro Guide 3’s. Orvis takes care of and treats their clients better than anyone in the business, PERIOD! The 3s are everything I want in a wader. Very comfortable, breathable, lightweight and durable. The highlight of the waders is that they moved the leg seem from the inter leg where it wears from walking to directly behind the leg to stop the fix that common problem. They also added a stretchy fabric to the top part of the waders to add flexibility while casting and moving around. To top them off, the built in hand warmers are awesome in every way. So with the Orvis name you know you are getting a top quality product and company that will do anything to keep your business for life…They got me!
To see images and more info go to Orvis’s Website
Price: $349
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Korkers Streamborn Wading Boots: I always thought that there was no difference in wader boots. Any kind of old shoe you didn’t like would work, right? Man was I wrong! I can’t tell you how many times my feet hurt or fell asleep due to tight boots or shoes
. Or how about the way a felt sole falls off after a month of fishing 5 days a week. I can now say that after wearing my Korkers Streamborns for a month I will never go back to cheap Hodgmans again. My Korkers fit extremely comfortable(like reg boots), they have great installation for the winter and the water release holes are a great idea, especially for keeping water out of the drift boat. I like that they are tall to stop rocks from entering. But most of all you can beat the versatility of the replaceable soles to meet the needs of your environment. If your going to stand on your feet all day you might as well have comfortable boots, right?
More Info: Korkers.com
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Korkers Torrent Wet Wading/Hiking Shoe: If you know me you know I love to wet wade whenever possible. Some say I am a fish cause I can stand the cold water, better than most. I found these shoes on a screaming deal and they were just what I was looking for. I haven’t used them yet, but they are going to be perfect for hiking and fishing the back country rivers an
d lakes, as well as summer caddis hatches and perfect for the drift boat. Like the streamborns they are versatile in the way that you can replace the soles of the environment. (they come with a rubber and felt sole, but you can even have golf and sailing soles if you want) I love the idea of only taking one shoe to hike and fish in. With the light weight design and tough look. They are the best Wet Wading Shoe/Hiking shoe on the market.
Price: $99
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Measure Nets (large): These nets are great to keep a fisherman honest. I really like the b
uilt-in measuring tape, its extremely light weight, and the ability to extend (telescopic) the net when needed. One down fall is that hooks get caught in the nets material and are a pain to get out. I wish the netting was rubber, like my drift boat net. But for a personal wading net it is hard to beat for the price and the light weight.
Price: $39
Pflueger Summit Reels 7/8 and 5/6: Best reel for the price, Period! In the past year I picked up three of these reels and I love them more than my more expensive reels. They are smooth and the disk drag is amazing. The gold color gives them a royal feel and large arbor pulls in line twice as fast. Great Reel
Price: $59-$79
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Scientific Anglers MAX 752 Waterproof Fly Box: Holds 752 flies, pre-slits hold flies without destroying the foam. Great main fly box for your favorite patterns…I 
use mine as my main fly box. It has all the flies I need for the Rockies and my favorite streams.
Scientific Anglers System X Waterproof Fly Box: Nice fly box, I like the MAX better. Not
per slit. Great for the average joe or for certain situations and waters. I have two of these boxes and they beat most other boxes on the market. I use mine for a Alpine lake box and green river box.
Price: $25
Simms Fishing Shirts: Comfortable fishing shirts that can be worn in the office or on the stream. I found a great deal on these shirts, so I picked up 5. They all fit great and I love the long selves for cooler days and sun protection. I wear the more stylish ones to the office all the time.
Watermark Drake Vest/Pack: Great fishing vest for the angler that has a lot of gear and fly
boxes. I love the comfort of the pack. (It fits very firm) Highlights: Big back pack, water blatter compatible, lots of pockets, rod holders (2), removable front pockets. Cons: Small front pockets, heavy. I have been wearing these pack for a couple months now and I love it. I am always prepared with the gear I need and can carry. Great pack at a great price!
Price $59
Umpqua 7X & 8X Tippets: I’m usually a fluoro guy, but I like the strenght and low price of this 
fine lined tippets. I have notice much greater strenght with these tippets. Now I am not afraid to stick it to a midge eating brown. Plus the roles they come on are the best for a lanyard and keeping the line under control.
Boot Dryer Rack: I got it as a present and installed it in my garage. It allows you to hang your wet boots up for quick drying. Yes, it does work. I have noticed my boots dry much quicker now then sitting in a corner some where.
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Price: $10
Gink Floatant: I have tried a couple other brands out there, but Gink has given me the best results. I like the simplicity and long gevity of the floatant.
Thingamabobbers Strike Indicators: What makes a great indicator? For me its casting 
ability, floatation, and movable. These things do them all and are by far the best thing that has happen to nymphing since Pheasant Tails were invented.
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Price: $5
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Following the All Tore Tour with Mac Rowdy and Fellas.
Mar 7th
The Fly Fishing Film Tour is in full effect. We just wanted to give the frenziers an update on the extreme rowdiness that is taking place on the Fly Fishing Film Tour. This week they have been dominating the Big Sky State through Billings, Bozeman, and Missoula. A few nights ago they owned Spokane, WA, and tomorrow they will nail Seattle like a split hog.
Here is what next week looks like:
March 8th Seattle, WA
March 10th Portland, OR
March 11th Bend, OR
March 11th Midland, MI
March 12th The Dalles, OR
March 15th Haverhill, MA
March 17th Key West, FL
March 18th Boise, ID
Anywho here are a few pics from this years Fly Fishing Film Tour, dubbed the All-Tore Tour.
GET IT FELLAS!
Get Your Fly Fishing Gear On With the Best Deals of the Year
Dec 31st
So, I have been searching for the best deals on Waders for the last month. I have been to fly shops, Cabelas, and online stores. I thought the journey of my research would be helpful to fellow frenziers on the Fly Fishing Frenzy.
I have compiled my research and analysis below:
I first started by asking some close friends on what waders and boots I should get. I was instructed to get Orvis Guide 3 Waders. My mind was set that those were the ones I wanted, but I wanted to find the best deal. I then sent an email to the
Fly Fishing Frenzy Group on Facebook
A group that consists of about 350 rowdy frenziers. I received tons of great feedback and some even suggested other brands. The brands that stuck out were Cloudveil and Simms.
I decided that I wasn’t completely decided. 
So, I started the research on Cloudveil and Simms. After much deliberation I decided I was either going to get the Cloudveil 8X Waders or the Simms G3 Guide Waders. I just needed to find the best deal. The deal hunting went as follows.
Fly Shop - These places are great. The ambiance alone can keep me there for hours. They had many great brands, but the prices were still at retail without many discounts. I will say this about Fly Shops; if you can buy from them, DO. These people don’t do what they do for the money. They do it for the love of the sport, and they are extremely helpful. The shop I frequent here in Utah County Utah is Eddie Robinson’s Fly Shop in Orem, Utah.
Cabelas or Large Retailers – They are what they are, Large Retailers. They have plenty of selection, but also pretty high on the price category unless you can occasionally spot a deal in the Bargain Bin.
Online Stores – This is where I hit the motherload. I was so surprised by how many places had so many great deals on fly fishing gear. After a ton of research I decided to go with Cloudveil over Simms, and found some Brand New Cloudveil 8X Waders for $240.00 on Sierra Trading Post with an additional 10% discount on that price for being a first time shopper. Thanks to Gene Simmons for that one. I was pumped because they typically retail for $475.
However, I found a snag. They only had those available in XL. I am chubby, but unfortunately, not quite chubby enough (if you are a bit chubbier than me and are a XL, then get em quick). Hence, the nickname Chubbs Peterson. So I continued my search and was brought to a glorious website called Shop Wiki This site gives you the list of stores carrying whatever product you desire and lists the prices attached to every store or website.
I typed in Cloudveil 8X Waders and it brought up 9 results with about 20 different stores ranging from $240 to $475 in price. Sierra Trading Post was the best deal, but as I mentioned, not my size. I did however, find some in my size for $318 with free shipping at Little River Outfitters I was still pretty dang excited for landing that deal on those sweet waders.
Here are the sites I bookmarked during my research for future reference on great deals for Fly Fishing Gear:
Most of the time here at the Fly Fishing Frenzy, we will write about Rowdy Fishing Adventures. However, I thought with the economic strain much of the world is facing we could all use a little extra coin this year by finding the best deals out there.
Good Luck to all in 2009 and be sure to Get Your Fish On!
