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 long handled net recommendation
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02/10/10 03:19 PM
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Stinkbelly
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I have one of those short (~18") nets that you hang on your back while fly fishing. This past year while I was in Colorado creek jumping, I had several fish get unhooked because I just couldn't stretch my arm and net far enough out there. I was wondering if you guys could recommend a longer handled net that could easily be carried while creek jumping.
A guide I used a couple of years ago had a 3-4' net he carried. It made it easy, but I don't want it to get in the way.
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: Intothebacking]
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02/10/10 05:39 PM
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dirtywater
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Measure Nets I got the big one and it does the job. The only problem is the soft netting will snag loose hooks 
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: dirtywater]
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02/10/10 08:04 PM
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rrhyne56
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Just to add to the mix, GremlinFishing on eBay has some long handled nets on sale http://stores.ebay.com/Gremlin-Fishing
"have fun with this stuff"
in memory of Big Dale
RRhyne56, Flyfishing warden
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: Stinkbelly]
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02/10/10 08:08 PM
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kenmorrow
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brodin nets are as good as they get. and they come in a variety of handle lengths, basket sizes, and mesh types.
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: kenmorrow]
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02/10/10 09:51 PM
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HammerPants
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brodin nets are as good as they get. and they come in a variety of handle lengths, basket sizes, and mesh types. +1
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: HammerPants]
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02/11/10 12:42 PM
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Stinkbelly
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Thanks. This gives me something to look at. I need one less reason why the big one got away.
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: Stinkbelly]
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02/11/10 04:13 PM
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Hook'em
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I have a longer handled Wachter net. I have the catch and release model that has a large opening, a longer handle, a clear net, and is made of mesquite. The extra lenght on the handle and bow of the net allows me to reach way out to grab fish. http://www.wachternets.com/guide_nets.htm
Last edited by Hook'em; 02/11/10 04:15 PM.
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: Hook'em]
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02/12/10 03:11 AM
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I know I'm a little redneck, but I would find a piece of PVC that just fits over the handle of the old net. Then put a screw in it, and cut to size. 
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Re: long handled net recommendation
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02/12/10 05:23 PM
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rrhyne56
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I know I'm a little redneck, but I would find a piece of PVC that just fits over the handle of the old net. Then put a screw in it, and cut to size. not too awful redneck cuz if you were to "pooky" shut both ends, that would be a floating net handle. Sweet!
"have fun with this stuff"
in memory of Big Dale
RRhyne56, Flyfishing warden
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Re: long handled net recommendation
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02/13/10 03:55 AM
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Txredraider
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Great stuff foam is great stuff.  And remember, if women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.
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Re: long handled net recommendation
[Re: rrhyne56]
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02/14/10 05:36 PM
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deckhand*
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I know I'm a little redneck, but I would find a piece of PVC that just fits over the handle of the old net. Then put a screw in it, and cut to size. not too awful redneck cuz if you were to "pooky" shut both ends, that would be a floating net handle. Sweet! Gawd knows all my stuff NEEDS to float
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Re: long handled net recommendation
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02/14/10 06:18 PM
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Pondbass
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I use one of those frabill rubber netting trout nets. I think they make a long one for bass boats that is telescopic
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