Nevada Old Fart

GW Sears · 1 Nevada Old Fart Wed Aug 14, 2013 9:24 pm

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I'm absolutely new to float tube fishing. I was given a float tube, fins, and a wet suit by a friend some years ago when his health failed, and have decided to give it a try, now that I've retired. I've been dusting off all the old fishing poles and tackle, figuring out what I can use, and what I can't.

I've had to give up fly fishing due to carpal tunnel. I just can't cast like that any more. I suspect that most of my fishing will be with my old Mitchel spinning reels.

Now I have to find a body of water bigger than my bird bath.

jeffcpr · 2 Re: Nevada Old Fart Wed Aug 14, 2013 9:29 pm

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Welcome SW Sears glad you found us I am sure you will enjoy your new found activity. Also congrats on your retirement, now find that water and get your line wet, you are going to love it.

fisheromen · 3 Re: Nevada Old Fart Fri Aug 16, 2013 9:02 am

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Those old Mitchells were great in the day, but their modern counterparts are decidedly better. Once you find some water you will probably want to upgrade. Even a $40 reel is a marked improvement.