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Mike Kinney & Bob Meiser Join TFO Design TeamWhile some might argue that properly executed Spey casts are the highest art form of fly casting, we would probably all agree that these casts are visually compelling, personally gratifying and a wonderful way to present a fly to a fish. For a collective 65 years, two Pacific Northwest Spey casters, Mike Kinney and Bob Meiser have perfected this art and have shared their knowledge through guiding, teaching and perhaps most importantly, by designing two-handed rods with casting properties that marry perfectly with modern Spey lines. Many of you may already be familiar with the custom finished R. B. Meiser fly rod, considered by many to be some of the very finest available. Rest assured, he will continue to produce his exquisite rods as we move forward. We at Temple Fork Outfitters are pleased to announce that Mike and Bob will be working with us in two-handed rod design. In joining our family they have made a commitment to our pledge to offer affordable high performance rods for TFO customers. They have worked tirelessly and patiently with us in designing the Deer Creek Series of traditional action two-handed rods that will be available in early May. Prices for these 4 piece rods will range from $324.95 to $349.95. The blanks are a beautiful translucent dark amethyst color with fittings and components selected by Mike and Bob. Our initial production run will include a 12’ 6” 5/6 wt, a 13’ 7/8 wt., a 15’ 8/9 wt. and a 14’ 9/10 wt … with more rods to come. Moving forward, and in addition to two handed rod design, Mike Kinney and Bob Meiser will assist us in increasing this most compelling sector of our sport by working with us to address the needs of fly fishers who are interested in getting started. Please join me in welcoming them to our team. Rick Pope TiCrX Two-Handed Convertible Fly RodsIts big water, the amount you can cover often makes the difference between catching fish and getting skunked. A two-handed rod with a shooting type head can make this job much less taxing than banging out double hauls all day. As the day progresses, you decide to move to smaller water or stalk cruising fish in the shallows; this is where all that double haul practice and a great one hander pays off. Temple Fork Outfitters introduces a most unique concept... Imagine a two-handed rod and a 4 piece nine foot rod that will fit in the same length case. TFO now has two lower rod sections designed to replace the single-handed grip section on existing 7 and 8-weight 9' 4-piece TiCrX fly rods. With a total of 6 rod sections of equal length you can now have both, a great 9' 4-piece traditional fly rod, and a 5-piece 11'3" two-hander for easy overhead distance casting. Convertible rods. TFO Advisory Staff member Jay Horton states, "I have fished these TiCrX convertible rods hard over the past two-years for Great Lakes steelhead and Cape Cod stripers and blues, and am amazed at the versatility of the combos. Super-light overhead casting rods for blind casting the saltwater estuaries, or great line control for nymphing steelies, these rods do it all in an incredibly compact and efficient package, and you get both rods for less money than you would pay for many single handers." Offered separately from the 9' 4 piece rod, the TiCrX two-handed conversion sections include a full two-handed grip with Flor grade cork and heavy-duty knurled reel seat, large Titanium Oxide stripping guides and handsome rod sock. Suggested retail for the TiCrX 7/8 conversion kit is $149.95 and features TFO's lifetime unconditional warranty; simply return the damaged rod with $25 for shipping and handling, and we will repair or replace your rod. Hayden TFO Fly Reel Care & MaintenanceSpool & Frame Finish The Military Grade, Type III Hard Anodizing is extremely corrosion resistant and as a result, the reel requires only a rinse in fresh water after exposure to saltwater to protect it. It can be immersed in warm soapy water to dissolve any salt buildup, which may be in the reel, but this process is unnecessary as the Anodizing process eliminates the need. Anti-corrosive products such as spray polishes, and oils etc. are not required, but may preserve the long-term aesthetics of the reel. Lubrication
Drag Surface Cork drags perform best and last longest if they are kept lubricated; we prefer a thin film of Cal's 2 Speed Universal Reel & Star Drag Grease. Check the cork surface regularly and lubricate before it dries out. A cork which has dried out loses elasticity and becomes less capable of performing fine adjustments. Removing the Spool Remove the drag knob screw from the center of the drag knob by turning it clockwise (reverse thread). Turn the drag knob off in the standard counter clockwise direction. Turn the reel over and pull the draw bar out, then remove the spool from the frame. Reversing the Retrieve Follow procedure above for removing the spool. The geared drag plate pulls out with no tools necessary. To reassemble, place the drag plate over the spindle and on top of the pawls. For right-hand retrieve, turn the drag plate clockwise while pushing it down towards the frame until both pawls click into place against the teeth of the drag plate. The procedure for left-hand retrieve is identical, except that you must turn the drag plate counter clockwise as you push it down onto the pawls. Replace the spool on the spindle and reverse the disassembly procedure above, keeping in mind that the drag knob screw tightens counter clockwise. Thank you for allowing Temple Fork Outfitters to share in your pursuit of fly-fishing's greatest rewards. We encourage "catch and release" and we ask that you leave the environment better than you found it. We also wish you a lifetime of memorable angling! A .doc file containing the above information can be downloaded from here: Reel_Care_TFO_Hayden_Reel.doc (60KB) TFO Large Arbor Fly Reel Care & MaintenanceSpool & Frame Finish Anodized aluminum reels are extremely corrosion resistant but should be rinsed with fresh water after exposure to saltwater to help protect them. Warm water and a toothbrush can be used to dissolve any salt buildup, which may be in the reel. Anti-corrosive products such as spray polishes, and oils etc. are not required, but may preserve the long-term aesthetics of the reel. Lubrication
Drag Surface Carbon Fiber drags do not require any lubricant, but a very thin coat of Cal's 2 Speed is beneficial. Removing the Spool Loosen the drag completely then turn the spool cap assembly (center of the spool) counter clockwise until the spool is free. Reversing the Retrieve Follow procedure above for removing the spool. Slide the carbon fiber drag assembly off of the spindle (310 & 340 models require the removal of an e-clip), slide the one-way roller bearing out of the drag assembly and rotate 180 degrees (blue on top for right hand retrieve). Re-assemble. Thank you for allowing Temple Fork Outfitters to share in your pursuit of fly-fishing's greatest rewards. We encourage "catch and release" and we ask that you leave the environment better than you found it. We also wish you a lifetime of memorable angling! A .doc file containing the above information can be downloaded from here: Reel_Care_TFO_Large_Arbor_Reel.doc (58KB) New NXT Outfits have it allNXT outfits are what the beginning fly caster should demand from the industry. They are a high-performance fly rod combination package that will enhance the learning curve, making it easier and more rewarding to become an active participant in this sport of a lifetime. All NXT outfits include a rod, cast aluminum disc drag reel spooled with fly line, leader and backing packaged in a rod and reel carrying case. Available setups included 4/5, 5/6, or 6/7 for $174.95 and 8/9 with fighting butt for $184.95. |