2 new rods broke in real good

**Scott V** · 09-04-2007, 10:32 AM

Spent another day on the river with James and had a blast. We both had brand new rods that were just itching to get in the water. We both landed 6 or so nice fish, with top honors going to me with a 14". Average fish was around 11-12".

My big one

My first fish on my new rod.

And James with one of his beauties.

Everytime I fish with James I catch fish, I guess he is stuck with me now.

**Hairstacker** · 09-04-2007, 10:42 AM

Catching fish on your new rods, what a great feeling eh? Congratulations!

**Adam Grace** · 09-04-2007, 10:58 AM

Breeaking in new gear is always fun. I'm glad to hear that you guys had fun.

**WinterrunRon** · 09-04-2007, 07:18 PM

Very nice, Scott.

Ummm, let me guess. TFO 8'6" 3wt professional series?

What river is that (if you don't mind me asking)?

Ron

**SteelieD** · 09-04-2007, 07:29 PM

Looks like a great day!

What reel did you end up with on the new green stick James?

**dtp916** · 09-04-2007, 08:02 PM

We had such a blast! I'm totally hooked on Winstons! My 3wt BIIx landed me every fish I hooked. That pic is the first fish of the day and that bugger fought so freakin hard

Scott did win the big fish award!

I can't even imagine the fight on that guy

I can't wait to use that bad boy BIIx again. I matched with a Hardy Marksman - thanks roostergt for the advice, and Andy @ Kiene's for the hook up - and a RIO Selective Trout DT. I was throwing indicators and BB's no sweat.

I couldn't ask for a better set up, it truly was an incredibly enjoyable day. A big thanks to Scott for making it an awesome day!

**Bill Kiene semi-retired** · 09-04-2007, 09:40 PM

Excellent.......thanks guys.

**mark** · 09-05-2007, 08:04 AM

Know that spot quite well. Those rainbows are beautiful. Nice work and congrats. I have broken in a couple rods in the same fashion, thats always fun.

Cheers,
-MK