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Today at Jimmy’s 12-20-13

December 20, 2013
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For all you out there are looking for something to do tomorrow, we have a full day of events going on here at the shop. First in the morning from 10 A.M.- 1 P.M., we will have Tim Tollet from Frontier Anglers out of Dillon in the shop tying some of his specialty patterns. Tim is a great tier and will have some awesome patterns/techniques to show you!

Second, we have our very own Bruce Staples signing copies of his new book “Flies for the Greater Yellowstone Area” in the shop from 12 P.M.- 5 P.M. This is a great book and copies have been flying out of the shop since we received our first shipment. Tomorrow will be the best opportunity to buy your own book and have Bruce sign one for you so don’t miss out!

 

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Today at Jimmy’s 12-18-13

December 18, 2013
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Sage has always been one of the go to rod companies for saltwater fly fishing and with their newest rod, the MOTIVE, that tradition continues. The MOTIVE is was introduced this last summer and provides fisherman with a high performance saltwater rod at a lower price then the popular XI3. Many of us do not get to fish saltwater as much as we would like so a rod like the MOTIVE makes more sense for people not wanting to break the bank. We have cast the 8 and 10wt rods in the store and they are awesome! To be honest, its tough to tell this rod apart from some of the higher end sticks. For those of you that don’t plan to be fishing saltwater anytime soon, this rod will be an excellent streamer rod! The MOTIVE is available in 8-12wt and retails for $425.00, you really can’t beat this rod in that price range. So, if you have some spare time, come down and check this rod out, you will be impressed!

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The all-new MOTIVE saltwater rods are ideal for seasoned saltwater fans looking to complement their rod arsenal, and fly fishers new to the salt who want to experience the many hard-fighting species without breaking the bank. Constructed of time-proven materials and embodying Sage’s immense saltwater experience, the MOTIVE features a powerful but smooth fast action that loads quickly to deliver heavy saltwater flies with the accuracy the sport demands. Light and responsive, you feel connected to your line for ultimate control over a full day of enjoyable casting. Yep, it’s safe to say the salt has attracted another convert.

Features

  • Saltwater series
  • Fast action
  • New, unique taper design
  • Bluefin Blue color blank
  • Blue primary thread wraps with Royal Blue and Black trim wraps
  • Aluminum reel seat with hidden hook keepers
  • Full-wells grip
  • Blue Steel divided ballistic nylon rod tube with divided liner

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Today at Jimmy’s 12/15/13

December 13, 2013
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I know most of you have probably finished up most of your Christmas shopping, but for those still looking for some good ideas we have an awesome new wading boot from Korker’s called the Devils Canyon, that would would fit the bill perfectly. The Devils Canyon uses the same Boa lace system that Korker’s is known for and is extremely light for such a feature packed boot. This boot does not have the traditional clunky styling that you typically have with wading boots, instead it has a more stream-lined hiking boot look to it. I would highly encourage anybody looking for a new pair of wading boots to come check out the Devils Canyon, I know I will be fishing in a pair next season!

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Here are some additional tech specs on the boot from Korkers

An incredibly light boot, fits like a glove and delivers athletic and agile performance.

  • OmniTrax® Interchangeable Sole System adapts your traction to any fishing condition.
  •  M2 Boa® lacing system quick on/off and custom fit.
  •  Hydrophobic materials faster dry times lessen the 
chance of spreading invasive species.
  •  Durability enhanced midsole, rubberized anti-abrasion synthetic material, reduced seams, recessed triple-stitched uppers and molded toe cap.
  •  Drainage integrated, large drainage ports and internal drainage channels.
  •  Comfort unique stretch upper cuff provides athletic, glove-like fit.
  • 3 lbs 2 oz
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Today at Jimmy’s 12/13/13

December 10, 2013
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Today we have something very exciting to tell you guys about. We now have our very own Bruce Staples’ new book Flies for the Greater Yellowstone Area in the shop and on our online store! This is a great book and will be an awesome resource for those looking for productive patterns for the entire area. I highly encourage you to come down and check out this book, you will not be disappointed.  Also, Bruce is willing and happy to sign copies of his book for you, just let us know what you would like and he will customize a message for you.

Bruce will be doing a book signing during the fly tying demo held on the 21st of December. This will run from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M.

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South Fork General Winter Report 12-7-13

December 3, 2013
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South Fork

The South Fork is fishing really well right now and should continue to do so all through the winter when weather permits. We will continue to update the fishing report as things change but here is a good general report for the river in the coming months. The river is flowing 1,200 cfs out of the dam and that means there is great wade fishing access throughout the system. For now, you can still float but we recommend sticking to shorter floats to maximize your time out on the water. Both Nymphing and Streamer fishing have been producing well lately, with nymphing being your best option. As far as nymphing, egg patterns, zebra midges, small rubberlegs, and other small attractor nymphs are all good bets. For streamer fishing, small clouser minnows, sculpzillas, bellyache minnows, etc.. would all be good choices. As the river continues to cool down, try fishing streamer patterns in the deep, slow water of the river with a fast sinking sink tip or even a full sink line. Midges are about the only thing that can provide dry fly fishing this time of year, but sometimes the midge fishing can be spectacular. Make sure and have an assortment of small midge patterns both nymphs and dries whenever you head out this time of year.

As always, feel free to give us a call at the shop with any questions you may have!

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Todat at Jimmy’s 11-25-13

November 25, 2013
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Hey everybody, it has been a while since today at Jimmy’s has been updated, but with things starting back up in the shop look for a lot more updates on this page. First off for those who don’t know, we have started our free fly tying demonstrations that will be held every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dave Brackett tied this past week and did an awesome job, this week we have Dennie Edwards tying who is back by popular demand. Dennie ties some great flies so be sure to come check him out this Saturday.

 

Second, we are starting to see some new product trickle in from various manufacturers and there is some seriously good stuff showing up. Today I wanted to highlight a new product from Simms. The new shirt is the GT Tri-comp long sleeve fishing shirt. This is a HI-Tech shirt and Simms has pulled out all the stops on this piece. The Gt top perfectly blends the traditional button up fishing shirt with the newer performance fishing shirts and manages to make it look good in the process. This will be THE shirt for summer fishing or any saltwater destination trip you may be planning to get you through the winter. This shirt caught our eye at the IFTD in Las Vegas this year and even brought home a few awards from the show. Here is a little more information on this great new shirt by Simms

 

Description

Double your haul and row for broke in Simms’ GT Tricomp LS shirt, with Action-back patterning for flexibility across a range of fishing motions. Born at the junction of supreme fit meets fully-loaded fishing function, shirt architecture includes patterned, knit-activated stretch coupled with quick-drying, rugged UPF50 nylon fabric. Mapped knit panels deliver sun-shielding COR3™ protection and the temperature-regulating comfort of advanced Cool Control™ tech, while two laser cut-welded, zippered chest pockets are fly box compatible. Source the sunglasses chamois conveniently located at the shirt’s hem for enhanced focus at all times.

2014 Award Winner

Features

  • Durable nylon fabric is quick-dry and wicking and knit panels feature Simms’ COR3™ technology & Cool Control™
  • Two laser-cut & welded, zippered chest pockets
  • Sunglass chamois at hem & cording tab for securing tools
  • Lightweight, low-profile plastic snaps at front placket
  • “Action back” patterning for easy rowing & casting
FABRIC TECH:100% Nylon; Knit (sleeve): 72% Polyester/23% Nylon/5% spandex; Knit (underarm & side panel):100% Polyester; Stretch Woven Pockets: 85% Nylon/5% Spandex; COR3™ & Cool Control™ fabric technology
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Inportant Water Meeting Tuesday, December 10th

November 23, 2013
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This meeting at 6:00 PM, Tuesday December 10th, in the Pocatello City Council Chambers, 911 North 7th Avenue (across from Uncle Jim’s Restaurant parking area) will discuss  water management policies for the Snake River below American Falls Dam.  Representatives from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, and other agencies will participate.  If you have concern  for the fishery in this reach of the river, this meeting offers a chance to learn more of future management policies and offer thoughts.

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Small Streams 11-23-13

November 23, 2013
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Fishing Reports, Small Streams

Weather and road conditions will now limit access to many back country streams. However many more easily accessed streams will be open during the catch and release season in the Upper Snake Region. Consult current IDF&G regulations to learn which streams are open during this season.

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Mainstem Snake River

November 16, 2013
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In the minds of so many fly-fishers the Snake River from the Henry’s Fork confluence downstream to American Falls Reservoir takes a back seat to the South Fork reach (Palisades Dam to the Henry’s Fork confluence and to the Henry’s Fork. Perhaps it is because the best fishing on the main stem is very seasonal and also because access to the river is more limited because of the vast expanse of private land through which it flows. Best fishing is seasonal mainly because when the irrigation season begins water to satisfy demands makes successful fly-fishing more difficult to come by.  High and fluctuating flows during that season make wading more dangerous than in many area waters and can also influence boating.  Nevertheless success can be found  at certain locations.  BWOs and PMDs can be seen emerging in season, and when flows begin to drop and stabilize around Labor Day a legendary snowflake dun emergence begins on the river. It is heaviest from just below Blackfoot down to the reservoir.  In August when waters are almost always high a hexagenia emergence takes place from certain locations along the river.  Silt is required as nymph habitat for this giant mayfly.  One location where this is present in quantity is the river bed going through Idaho Falls.  Specifically this habitat is above the power plant diversion forming the still water just above the Broadway Street Bridge up to the John’s Hole Bridge.  Another good habitat location is in Gem Lake a few miles below town.  Hexes emerge in the evening and during nighttime.  Some of them find their way to building fronts in town, and it is comical when a puzzled fly-fisher comes during morning into the shop holding one and wondering “what the h— is this? Do PMDs get this big?”  So yes, there are mayfly seasons on the main stem, and there also are numerous caddisfly, yellow sallies, and midges emerging almost year round.  Best time for the BWOs is early in the season before irrigation water takes over, then later after it is mostly gone.  During these times BWOs can be seen just about anywhere on the river. Same with midges and caddisflies.  So when low waters come around and overcast or storms prevail a BWO experience from walk-in wading at  select locations can rival those on the South Fork and Henry’s Fork

One fact that many fly-fisher find tough to accept is that there are more truly large fish in the main stem Snake River than in the South Fork reach or the entire Henry’s Fork.  And the best way to encounter these is through presenting streamer patterns (sink tip lines, short stout leaders, and seven to eight weight systems). This is true even during high water times, but then such as fast sink tip lines are necessities. Even lead core lines to get down in calmer sections can work. Yes  it was caught through using bait, but the state record rainbow trout came from the river below Tilden Bridge, and bait fisherman take double figure poundage browns and rainbows year round. In years gone by, cutthroat trout this size were common in the river.  For the fly-fisher the best time to encounter the large trout this part of the river offers is from the end of irrigation season through winter and on until irrigation season begins.  Much of the river can be safely waded, and fish are concentrated relative to during the high water season.  At these times, as always when fly-fishing, presentation trumps fly pattern selection.  Have bright and somber patterns in the fly box.  Expect best fishing during low light conditions, and when bright sunlight prevails, seek  parts of the river out of direct light.   Locations during low water are aplenty, and the best way to make a selection is to come to the shop and discuss “where to fish” with us.

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