I have not used the Cameo. From what I hear there's very little difference. I do most of my work outside the software anyway and just bring in files for the final sizing and cut.

@@LeviCorbin-n2l Those were 15g. Jig was 1/16 oz and I did have 1 split shot on but I’m horrible with sizes so I’ll just say “medium”. Jig itself wasn’t enough to make float sit right in wind and current. Was real breezy that day.

White didn't work well either. Blue looked better before I uploaded it. Make sure you are on HD quality and it looks a little better.

Should’ve come with us. It was on fire like this all day.

@@luke5586 As soon as I have a chance to edit, will have a full video for that day. It was epic! Lost count of hookups and fish landed. Probably 30-40 landed.

We were fishing the DSR and the walk to the western end was probably a mile plus. Well maintained paths but still a hike carrying gear. Not much public (if anything) for the first 3 miles. After that there's plenty of options.

That was 2mm

@@reelguysfishing I just bought my cricut and having trouble getting it to cut from an image that I uploaded like you did. It wants to print to a printer first. Any tips on what I may be doing wrong? Thanks!

@@WILLIAM-i1h So I do the color separation in just a basic image editing package and when you import each layer into the project do it as a cut image instead of a print image.

I used it for the first time Sunday. I like it! And in a pinch I can signal aircraft to my location.

Got them off Amazon a while back. Checked and that specific link says not available anymore but just search and you will find so many of them.

Negative ghost rider…. We’re going to have to take extreme measures this year to get him out.

It's the Maker 2 I believe. Got it a couple years ago for my daughter to use for modeling architecture projects because it would do the balsa. She ended up rarely using it but I do a fair amount of vinyl and now EVA. Recently started following another rod builder who uses a Cricuit for some of her stuff but she assembles it differently by hand cutting the EVA round to inlay the Cricuit cut pieces into it. I'm going to give that a try on my next one. I just can't get the seam as invisible as I would like with my technique.

Thanks for the reply. I’ve had my eye on a Cricut but didn’t want to buy more than I need. I’m dying to do inlays and hand cutting has proved disappointing. I presume you’re talking about Mary’s vids. She isn’t afraid to go big or go home.

@@LeinadNosredna68 Yep... That's her. She does some incredible stuff. I've always done function over style. Not that my stuff is boring, but I always built for a specific application and the fisherman's physical attributes and then throw a nice wrap on. Past coupe years I started looking at more "decorative" things. Working on one where I used gold and silver leaf over the whole rod and am going to start wrapping it soon.

It really is good for the price. I'm probably going to get a second one to replace the reel on the original combo I bought when I got into fly fishing for bigger species.

An unfortunate byproduct

Thanks. Gotta remember I'm not 18 anymore. Falls on boulders while trying to get to a prime fishing spot have more consequences now. 😀

Mostly black egg sucking leech in low light and white streamers/zonkers when the sun was higher. Red, blue, and green egg patterns were working for others in the group.

don’t think you’re safe too, be oiled up and ready

I was concerned about the 8wt. My main rod (the grey one) was brand new I made for this trip. I wanted a 9wt but the place I buy blanks from didn't have any in stock. But I was happy with its performance and I can still use it for steelhead. One guy on the trip did have a fish break his rod. :(

Every angler needs to experience this. I was up there two weeks ago. Fly only section. I was using a 8 wt. too. It’s amazing

@@Yamom2323 💯I was a little hesitant / intimidated for a first trip so it was great going with guys that have done it before.

Yeah, still holding up although I can't say I've used and abused them too much yet. Believe it or not, I pick up most of it at craft stores. Cosplay is getting more popular and they use the EVA foam in their costumes. JoAnn's Fabric has multiple sizes of the round cores and if you can't find the sheet colors you want there or Hobby Lobby, you can but them off Amazon although they are relatively small. I'm still looking for good color selection in 5mm thickness. Generally I can only find black and white. I think 5mm would be the best option. the 2mm is so easy to sand through.

Yes. 6 is more of a general guideline. Line size and hook size play a factor. Thinner line you can do more without an issue. Larger hook you can do more. I'm sure there's a point with thicker line where you can't easily cinch the knot down but with 8-15 lb line I've done as many as 8-9 loops without issue. Never had a need to do more. If for whatever reason you were using 6 lb line on an 8/0 hook, you would want to and should easily be able to do 10-12 or more.

I decided to give it a try. I use it for many other materials so figured why not. I mainly do rods for myself and some friends even though I've been doing it for 40 years. But if you have any tips and tricks for assembly of the EVA, feel free to share.

Which machine do I need

@@marcpfaff1947 I use the Cricut Maker but the Air/Air2 should work the same. I would not go with the smaller format like the Joy just because I don't think it will give you enough room on the mat but functionally it should work too.

Appreciate it. I love ultralight fishing. Unfortunately in that spot it's nearly impossible to land a hybrid of any size on 4lb. They get in that current and it's game over. The rocks are too dangerous to chase them downstream so you have to pull them back up against it. I have landed a few on 6 while fishing right against the rocks for walleye/sauger but they were not in good shape by the time I landed them. Got the good release but reviving them was tough. I did hook one I suspect was close to double digits on 6 and I had to tighten down and pop him off when I saw spool. LOL Did get one the other day that was smaller on the fly rod. That was fun.

I was just watching a video today about "why your knots matter" (or something like that) regarding salmon fishing in NY. They mentioned a snell and a double polymar and then said they would discuss the double polymar because it was easier to tie. I really want to give them the link to this video. 😉

In the end, I think I got 1/2 on the white bucktail and 1/2 on the green/silver swimbait. BTW - I need more bucktails... lost my last 1 oz one last night. LOL

I can’t give away the location. Promised some of the regulars I wouldn’t say. But if you ever want to go let me know.

@@reelguysfishing Some many rules with utube.

Ended up getting 2 virtually the same size. Other was 5-3. Both 25 inches.

If you want one let’s talk. I have a couple projects in the works but I can squeeze something in for you. You talking functional like you are actually going to come out with us and fish or you want a showpiece to hang over the fireplace? Yeah, I know this one was long. You should have seen it before I edited it down. Tried to keep it to mostly relevant information.

I do too! He's a busy man and always has something going on. If you want to get out on the water with me just let me know.

I wasn't even thinking chicken liver (been so long since I fished with that) but should work just fine. There is another version I've seen for an egg loop but I haven't perfected it yet, But honesty, this works perfect for me. I may hit a spot or 2 on the Mon this weekend. Staying away from my normal spot up in Beaver on the Ohio... :(

@@reelguysfishing I used to use chicken liver every weekend for channel cats, but I may only do it a few times a year now. I have been very busy lately and completely behind on making videos or even fishing lately, but i feel like the locks on the mon should be doin good very soon. Yeah you wont see me headin to ohio to do anyfishin for awhile haha.

That was Erie - Trout Run. Not spoiling any spots here... Everyone knows this spot. LOL

Come with me next time and you can carry the lights down the hill. ;) Actually, this video was the reason I got a new camera with a better night mode. You, me, and John need to go out this summer and I'll put you on some nice fish.

@@reelguysfishing I would love to go fishing tim!

Yeah... I figure purple and green are on a number of popular steelhead flies and I added the red rubber band for "something different" and when I was done I was like "damn that looks good".

Yeah, except for that one they have all been definite Browns. Seems like if they are over about 13" they are colored up nicely. Smaller and they are not.

After watching it a couple more times and watching another video of winter rainbow fishing, I'm going to say that one in question was a rainbow. In the other video I saw, the rainbow markings matched exactly what mine had. Size of fish and water conditions were similar to mine and their video was shot in the same week in the same region.

Yeah, I have several power banks I could use but I'm always leery about having the cord coming out the side and catching it on something resulting in busting the connector. Really prefer to have my "real" camera on a tripod and had it with me that night but with the rain coming in and having to work my way down the steep bank to get to the river, I decided to keep it in the car. Hate filming at night but I just ordered a new camera with a night mode that is supposed to be really good in those conditions. Should have it this week so maybe have a couple nights more I can get some fishing in before that spot gets too dangerous for the winter. There are boats on the Ohio all the time. I believe this location there is a restriction were you can't get within maybe 300-400 yds of the dam. There are buoys out there and I never see anyone go past them but I haven't looked up the regs so just a guess. As far as boat ramps, not terribly familiar with them in this area. There is the Ohioville Borough Boat Ramp in this section which is right on the OH/PA border. Looks decent with nice paved parking. Don't know if there is a launch fee. Since there are dams and locks all along, you just need to pick the section you want to fish ahead of time. And in this area since you also have Ohio and WV to deal with, you just need to make sure what water you are in and regs there. Not sure if the license is reciprocal in a boat in those waters. It isn't from shore. ;) If you want to hit up the downtown Pittsburgh area, there are walking trails and marinas all over the 3 rivers area. Best access if you want to not be right downtown is on the Monongahela. Duck Hallow Trail on the north side of the river is pretty decent.