Famous fly tier Al Troth passes

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

http://mtstandard.com/news/local/obituaries/al-troth/article_5a96d914-e06c-11e1-abfc-001a4bcf887a.html

He developed the Elk Hair Caddis.......

Bob Giannoni and I bought flies from him as little as 10 years ago. They are too nice to fish.....

[Dan LeCount]

Great tyer and a great guide. The elk hair caddis, the modern pheasant tail and a host of others are part of his legacy. His chapter in "The Masters on the Nymph" was amazing and it really showed his insight on reading water. I highly recommend any trout fisherperson to give it a read. His chapter in "Wisdom of the guides" is another good one. I really regret not getting to meet him in person. Al Troth, Frank Sawyer, G.E.M. Skues, Gary LaFontaine. I try to let some of their words I've read, live on in my fishing.

[k.hanley]

Bill and Dan you might enjoy this video clip with Al and his son.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WR27csOJPVc

He certainly had an impact in my fly fishing life. He still does. Al's a great example of living the outdoorsmen's life.

I'll be raising another toast to Al and his Elkhair shortly. Got plenty in my box ready for the next trout adventure in a few weeks.
Cheers, Ken

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

Thanks Ken,

There is a reason why many go to Idaho, Montana, Colorado, etc.

That is a wonderful video clip......