What would you say is the best size for a fishing bag from Brady, Chapman or others?
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Posts: 108 08/01/2008 08:36 |
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Spey Salar |
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Posts: 4 08/01/2008 10:57 |
I'd get larger rather than smaller. I invariably think "compact" and then run out of space. I bought the Chapman 12", filled it up, and
then had to move to a larger bag. But a personal choice as always. I recommend the 14" Chapman.
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Posts: 319 08/01/2008 11:31 |
I like the Brady Ariel Trout Small. At 13" it is right between the 12" and 14" size so many of us seem to struggle with a decision on. I am of
the school of "less is more," and if I choose to carry a bag, I expect to be somewhat minimalist in my approach to the day. If I need the big net,
lots of different flies, etc.....I'll be wearing my vest.
You certainly can't go wrong with a 12" or 14" Chapman Troutbeck, either. But please be aware all new Hardy bags are being made offshore, and bare a rather wide discrepancy quality-wise with their England-made precursors. |
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Spey Salar |
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Posts: 6 08/01/2008 13:26 |
I didn't realize Hardy had "offshored" their bags as well. In that case, I would definitely go Chapman. I've ordered several from the UK
and they've been delivered in a reasonable time without a hitch. Keep in mind also that the prices shown on their website includes VAT, which is deducted
for US buyers. Makes it more attractive and pays the shipping at least.
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Posts: 320 08/01/2008 13:45 |
Spey Salar wrote:Unfortunately, they have. I've heard from a reputable dealer there is a rather substantial quality drop-off....so much so, they wouldn't sell me one. Have you checked out Brady? |
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Posts: 340 08/01/2008 22:26 |
I currently am using the Chapman Fell 14 bag, and it's big enough without being too big. I can carry a Hardy Featherweight rain jacket, lunch and water
bottle inside, along with my tackle. But it's not so large as to be cumbersome. When it's all fastened shut, it keeps everything dry inside during a
downpour.
Fine flyrods can be made from different materials, but bamboo is the Benchmark against which all the rest are compared......
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Posts: 297 08/06/2008 02:33 |
You don't really think that Chapman and Brady make all there bags in England?!
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Posts: 273 08/06/2008 04:21 Reclusive! Like J D Salinger |
gespliesste wrote: To quote from Chapmans web site: "We are one of the last remaining companies to make our bags exclusively in the UK in our own workshops."Brian |
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Posts: 339 08/06/2008 12:33 |
gespliesste wrote: And from Brady:
"It is still produced in England by skilled craftsmen using the best quality materials and traditional manufacturing methods, which has ensured the "Ariel Trout's" status as a design classic." |
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wb4tjh |
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Posts: 343 08/07/2008 09:10 |
My Chapman even has that good ole haughty British aroma.....something akin to fish slime and old tuna sandwich....
Fine flyrods can be made from different materials, but bamboo is the Benchmark against which all the rest are compared......
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Posts: 3548 08/07/2008 10:31 Moderator |
For those wanting to buy US the Filson bag works very well.
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MontyMontana |
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Posts: 318 08/07/2008 12:46 |
Cz...thank you...
I have used Filson for years...beat the living snot out of it...dogs ( puppies) have grabbed it and run off, only to be found a day later, chewed on,left in the back of a pickup in a rain storm for several days in the Pacific Northwest.........and just keep ticking. Oops wrong product, seriously US made, quality through out. Monty Montana
Your Signature ... I fish via our criminal justice system..."Catch and release"
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Posts: 342 08/07/2008 15:14 |
czkid wrote: I live near the Filson store and have been in there many, many times. I've yet to see a fly fishing bag such as Chapman, Brady or Hardy offer. They do have a waist pack I've checked out, but I've missed the fishing bag. Could you provide a link? I'd love to have a Filson with a removable rubber liner! |
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wb4tjh |
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Posts: 344 08/07/2008 22:54 |
To my knowledge, Filson does not make a "fishing" bag, per se. The bag you want is the Filson Field Bag, which comes in a small and medium size. It
does not have a removeable rubber liner, but is a general purpose shoulder bag. I think it would work very nicely as convenient fishing bag. My Chapman bag
does not have a rubber liner, and I don't see any need for one, unless you use the bag as a creel. I don't.
Fine flyrods can be made from different materials, but bamboo is the Benchmark against which all the rest are compared......
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Posts: 3552 08/08/2008 07:09 Moderator |
Exactly..........
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Posts: 534 08/08/2008 08:48 |
Have a look at my avatar or whatever we call those little pix next to our postings, and you'll see my Brady Aerial bag, approx. 25 yrs old. The Aerial is 12x5x17. Brady makes a smaller version, the Norfolk, 9x4x11. The Aerial has always seemed right to me, not too small not too large. Brady bags are made in England. The hat is a Filson -- "might as well have the best" -- of a vintage similar to the bag. |
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Posts: 346 08/08/2008 10:43 |
Duluth Pack Company also makes a very good bag for fishing. Check out their "shell bags", used to carry shotgun shells afield. They have them in
several sizes and price ranges, and they are much cheaper than the Filsons. They are the same basic style, materials and quality as the Filson bags. Duluth has
been making their original canoe packs for the last hundred years, and their stuff is made by American craftsmen in Duluth, Mn. If you want something steeped
in history and Americana, check out their gear...it's good stuff. No apologies necessary for the "good" stuff and NO "Made in China"
label, either.
Fine flyrods can be made from different materials, but bamboo is the Benchmark against which all the rest are compared......
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Posts: 1216 08/24/2008 13:54 |
I have a Hardy Test and a small Filsom field bag. They are both finely crafted bags. The Hardy is lighter but it doesn't hold its shape as well as the
Filsom. I find the large inner pocket of the Test too big. Stuff gets lost in there. So, the Hardy has become more of a book, laptop bag for me. The Filsom
is a nice little bag. I really didn't like the leather loop handle above the flap. It was always digging into me, so I cut it off. The bag opening is oval
which helps to keep things from falling out, but also adds to the weight and restricts access a bit. (I think most of Filsom's stuff is a bit too heavy -
I'm sure other think it's just manly.) The Filsom bag is hanging on a hook in my closet. Used it a few times and then hung it up. (Hmmm, maybe it
will go the classifieds.) Why? When I decide I want to fish light, I load up a shirt pocket and a small belt pack. I really don't like the feel of a
strap on my shoulder or of a bag bouncing against my side. It's strictly a personal preference.
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Posts: 6025 08/26/2008 16:50 Bulldog1935 |
I have a bunch of bags, from 8" shell bags to an 18" Chapman Tay (which is a boat bag).
The biggest I carry, and the biggest I recommend to carry is my Brady Ariel 15". If you can get by with them a 12" Troutbeck is wonderful, but you may need to step up a size for more gear. |
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Boo.fiberglassflyro... |
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Posts: 34 08/28/2008 08:12 |
I've been using Filson field bags for several years now. No complaints here.
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Posts: 6034 08/28/2008 08:21 Bulldog1935 |
I'll voice my complaint, then.
All the American bags have a skinny leather strap with sliding leather pad. The wide canvas strap on Brit bags is SO much more comfortable. I also find that it gets good traction if you want to slide the bag up your back a bit. |
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