FLY FISHING THE SURF: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO SURF AND WADE FISHING FROM MAINE TO FLORIDA. By Angelo Peluso.

Peluso (Angelo).

ISBN 10: 1620875969 / ISBN 13: 9781620875964

Published by Skyhorse Publishing. New York. 2013, 2013

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ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2013). 2013 1st edition. 8vo (158 x 235mm). Ppxii,209. Colour photographs. Pictorial laminated boards. Spine slightly cocked, slightly dusty & used but a very good copy in dust-wrapper. "Fly Fishing the Surf is a comprehensive and essential volume dedicated to surf and wade fishing along the entire East Coast, from the rugged Maine coastline all the way to the flats of Florida. With chapters on fishing structure, strategies for different angling situations (including tides and weather), choosing fly tackle, identifying bait and selecting flies, casting and retrieving, and much more, this all-inclusive volume will benefit beginning anglers and veteran fishermen alike. A wealth of content, photographs, and images lets you explore the waters of the Northeast, mid-Atlantic states and Southeast. The detailed section on the most productive fishing spots along the entire East Coast, with popular access spots identified for each, will point you in the right direction no matter where you live or travel." Chapters include: Tackling the surf; Surf scenarios; Increase your surf IQ; Elements of surf structure; Strategies, tactics, and essential gear; Casting and retrieving from the edge; East coast saltwater gamefish; The bait and the flies; Essential surf fly wallet; Beach hat tricks, slams, and long shots; Destinations: An east coast surf-fishing journey. . Seller Inventory # 52465

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Title: FLY FISHING THE SURF: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE ...

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing. New York. 2013

Publication Date: 2013

Binding: Hardcover

Edition: 1st Edition

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Synopsis:

If you have ever fished in still water and wondered what fishing the currents of rivers and surf would be like, or if you’ve never fished at all but want to start surf or wade fishing, then Fly-Fishing the Surf is for you. Experienced fly-fisherman Angelo Peluso reveals his secrets for navigating the surf, reading the water, and catching stripers in any situation.

Fly-Fishing the Surf is a comprehensive and essential volume dedicated to surf and wade fishing along the entirety of the East Coast, from the rugged Maine coastline to Florida’s tropical flats. This book opens up the prolific world of fly-fishing the surf to seasoned and aspiring anglers and demonstrates the enormous promise this form of angling can offer anglers of all skill levels.

A wealth of content, photographs, and images help to explore the waters of the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic states, and the southeast as the book guides anglers to discover a veritable gold mine of game fish and fly-fishing opportunities. Fly-Fishing the Surf covers all aspects of tackle, techniques, strategies, game fish and baitfish, flies, and destinations. It will become an invaluable addition to your arsenal of fly-fishing tackle and gear.

About the Author:

Angelo Peluso has fly-fished along the entire East Coast of the United States, as well as other destinations throughout the United States, the Yucatan, Bahamas, and Canada. He is a frequent contributor to many local, regional, and national magazines and writes a weekly fishing and outdoors column. His four most recent books, Saltwater Flies of the Northeast, Fly Fishing Long Island, Saltwater Flies of the Southeast and Gulf Coast, and Fly Fishing the Surf, have received national acclaim. He is an active member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America and has written for Field & Stream, Fly Rod and Reel, and American Angler. He lives in Port Jefferson, New York.