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Tarpon on Fly | Paperback

by Donald Larmouth (Author), Rob Fordyce (Author), Flip Pallot (Introduction)

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$24.95

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Binding:

Paperback

Publisher:

Frank Amato Publications

Page Count:

96 Pages

Publication Date:

March 19, 2002

Sales Rank:

498,771th

EDITORIAL REVIEWS

Product Description
"There is nothing that you need to know about tarpon and pursuing them with flies that is not contained in this book."-Flip Pallot, in the Foreword Tarpon On Fly draws from two primary sources-the observations and knowledge that come with Rob's nearly 20 years' experience as a professional tarpon fishing guide, and the journals and the curiosity of lifelong fly fisherman Donald who came late to tarpon fishing but has savored every hour of it. The knowledge and experience of these two men has led to the definitive book on fly-fishing for the Silver King. Tarpon On Fly includes: in-depth coverage of tarpon biology and behavior; tackle; rigging up; flies for tarpon; setting up to cast; aiming and casting; retrieving; striking; fighting; guides and anglers; tournaments; references; and so much more. Clear illustrations and photography further enhance this classic. We couldn't have said it any better than Flip.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 4 reviews)

Should be required reading by Goalie (Chicago)

4 Stars
October 23, 2009
Rob takes complete look at fly fishing for Tarpon. Enjoyable reading - as technical or easy as you want to make it. Written by an intense competitor and highly sucessful tournament guide. Your understanding will improve and your guide will appreciate it if you read it before your next trip.

great book by Salty

5 Stars
April 08, 2009
This is great source of info for the tarpon fisherman, especially one looking for a get started guide. It is broken down into great chapters and allows one to get a feel of how to create the opportunity for, what to do when "it" happens( and what not to do) so you can be prepared as possible to make the most of that elusive bite. Also shows proven flys, knots, and excellent photos.

The Best Tarpon Book Ever!!! by M. Larkin

5 Stars
January 21, 2008
As a collector of tarpon books I know that this is the best tarpon book ever written. The book covers all you need to know about tarpon fishing (rods, reels, lines, leaders, flies, ect.). It even goes over a "stealth" leader which is much easier to tie than traditional tarpon leaders and does not contain the bulky fish spooking knots. The book tells you where to place the fly in specific tarpon fishing situations which is not only helpful for fly fishermen but also extremely useful for spin and plug fishermen. I have read this book from cover to cover and I review it ever April before tarpon season because it has so much useful information. This book has helped me catch more tarpon and will continue to help me in the future.

All You Need to Know by Steve Krystyniak (Boca Raton, FL United States)

5 Stars
January 12, 2003
As Flip Pallot says in the books' introduction, "...there is nothing that you need to know about tarpon and pursuing them with flies that is not contained in this book...".The information that Larmouth and Fordyce share within this book is simple, concise and as complete as it gets. Add to that Larmouth's wonderful narratives that preceede each chapter, and you feel like you are on the casting platform of the guide's skiff! I found the book both entertaining and instructional and the photography is superb. A must read for anyone who is serious about fishing for tarpon on fly!

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