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2013/01/11 14:57:22 (permalink)

Fly Fishing Show

Is anyone thinking about going out to the big show in Lancaster next month? Ive been to it in Denver, I know its the same circuit but I dont know how big it is in PA.
 
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    Sharpefly
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/11 18:27:42 (permalink)
    Going over to the Somerset Show at the end of the month. Bigger than Lancaster.
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/12 15:25:48 (permalink)
    I skipped the fly tying symposium in November, and was considering attending Somerset...not sure if I will or not...might try to do Lancaster instead.
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/13 09:00:12 (permalink)
    Plan on going to the Somerset show but even though the Lancaster show is only 15 minutes from home - I'll be skipping that one. Much smaller event and in my mind - not worth the $.

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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/14 10:18:53 (permalink)
    Went to the Somerset show last year,was worth the ride.Have n't been to any others.
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/14 10:28:46 (permalink)
    He11 no.  Waste of time/money.  Search for last year's Lancaster show & commentary on this site for a few laughs.
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/15 11:33:11 (permalink)
    Thanks for the info on this one....i did go back and check out some of the comments from last year.  Doesn't really seem worthwhile unless you live nearby. 
     
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/15 12:20:11 (permalink)
    D-nymph

    He11 no.  Waste of time/money.  Search for last year's Lancaster show & commentary on this site for a few laughs.

     
    D, have you been to the Somerset show?  Your thoughts?
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 12:11:32 (permalink)
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    D, have you been to the Somerset show?  Your thoughts?

    No, I haven't.  I'm not booking any big trips.  Not buying the newest gadget.  Not interested in watching people tie classic salmon patterns of spin deer hair into mice, so what is there for a guy like me at a show like that?  
     
    For me, the minor benefits of a huge show like that are not enough to travel that far.  Although, that one is huge, and I've heard it's fun.  I know enough people working booths at that one that I'd probably have a good time, but it would be drinking beers & having laughs with friends kind of good times more than fishing related.
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 13:39:52 (permalink)
    yeah
    i've never bought a thing at the Somerset show
    I mainly go to BS, take pictures, and BS some more
    If you don't know what the internet is... it would be great
    but i don't see any amazing deals other than 4yr old backstock
     
    There are a ton of people and its good to reconnect
    but i'm skipping this year to fish



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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 14:09:46 (permalink)
    KJH807
    There are a ton of people and its good to reconnect
    but i'm skipping this year to fish


    So, there is still a warrant, yes?
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 14:40:26 (permalink)
    That waitress at the lobby bar blushes every year when i show up



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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 15:51:53 (permalink)
    KJH807

    That waitress at the lobby bar blushes every year when i show up


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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/16 18:40:41 (permalink)
    I have attended the Somerset show the last 3 years all 3 days.Being new to this hobby,it has been a great learning experience for me.My youngest daughter lived in the area and has since moved.I did a lot of the seminars.I might do Lancaster Show
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/19 06:26:02 (permalink)
    I've never ben there but I might have take a ride and check it out this year.
     
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    Re:Fly Fishing Show 2013/01/23 09:33:19 (permalink)
    I heard they want to outlaw snaggers, lead and do away with leaders of more than 10 feet. i wonder if vendors are going to boycott?

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