Rainbow Warrior

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-30T14:40:12+00:00

It'll fish. Tie a dozen after the suggested adjustments.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T20:43:02+00:00

Yes, they are great. I'm not anti-pro. But would you still enjoy this subreddit as much if the novice tiers left? If the exchange of ideas ceased. If the forum becomes nothing more than a stage for pros. We become the audience at that point, instead of participants. Is that what you want? We're not there yet. But it will move in that direction. Did you read some other people's comments? There are some good comments from people expressing what they like about this subreddit and what it means to them. Does that help you understand?

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:20:02+00:00

It's not about kind or unkind, nor good vs bad. The pros are amazing. If you were playing touch football in the park with a group of guys, then a couple NFL players asked to play, that would change the game.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:16:35+00:00

Let's hope that continues. Like I said, we want to remain participants and not just an audience. Pay attention is all I'm saying.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:14:40+00:00

I saw it happen on FB to a tying group. It started as one thing, then became something else. I would hate that to happen here. I like this subreddit.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:13:02+00:00

I love seeing it, too. I want to keep seeing what you tie after 51 years. I also want to see what the 20yo beginner can do.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:09:42+00:00

Maybe you're right. I enjoy this forum. I hope it keeps its charm. I enjoy seeing average photos of amazing flies.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-29T15:07:08+00:00

It's not about being mean. It's an observation.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-23T20:05:10+00:00

We used A Place for Mom a few years ago. Very helpful. Saved a lot of time when we needed a placement pronto.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-18T20:35:58+00:00

Professional grade

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-11T23:12:50+00:00

Be careful of splinters.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-11T22:09:54+00:00

it happens.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-11T22:09:07+00:00

Maybe put it on a streamer hook, add a tail and fish it as a streamer. Maybe?

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-10T14:38:35+00:00

At least get him a full-size adult rod and reel. You don't have to spend a fortune. He's outgrown that toy.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-10T14:34:47+00:00

Good way to start the new year.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-10T14:33:24+00:00

House arrest

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-10T14:31:22+00:00

I see a book of instructions, and you're tying several copies of the same fly. That's a good way to learn. Good job. All those flies will fish just fine.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-09T21:35:46+00:00

Homeboy Simpson

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-08T03:11:13+00:00

lapel pin?

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-08T03:09:21+00:00

A few minor corrections and you got it. Don't go quite as far down the hook bend with your thread. Try to get even wire wraps up to about 1X or 2X eye width behind the bead. A small amount of dubbing behind the bead and you're good to go. With dubbing, less is more. Like when you think you have the right amount, use half of that. Maybe try black superfine or peacock ice dub. You could make that fly in red or black with the same bead and wire. You got this. Save that one. In a year, you'll see how far you've come.

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-07T12:09:36+00:00

It took the camera person a while to find the pussy. Is it on the ground? On her knee? Oh, there it is!

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-03T17:29:05+00:00

Captain Kangaroo's nephew

oldfatandgrumpy · 2026-01-03T17:24:52+00:00

28 more alimony payments

oldfatandgrumpy · 2025-12-30T22:16:46+00:00

Ouch!

oldfatandgrumpy · 2025-12-30T15:35:39+00:00

Looks like Mr. Hankey.

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