Fly Boxes

UGAflyfisher · 01-21-05, 10:40 PM

I know this a dumb question but what kind (make/model) of fly boxes do you'll carry? Right now I own the cheap bass pro shop fly boxes and was looking into upgrading cause im just not satisfied (ie I would like to be able to put flies on both sides....) I was looking at the Scientific Anglers C&F boxes cause a guy I fished with a couple of weeks ago had one and they just look cool and functional. I know they don't have anything to do with catching fish but you have to have somewhere to store all the flies you tie....

outdoor7or24 · 01-21-05, 11:00 PM

UGA - C&F boxes are nice, and the ones that come with threaders too. I have some fishpond boxes, the Laurel Run Molded Nylon Fly Box and another they dont make anymore.
I like the zipper cause I know it will stay closed, and its light. I have a metal box, and the only complaint is the weight.

Question for yah - were you in the Fly tying class last year @ Ramsey Center???

Josh Barnett · 01-21-05, 11:00 PM

While C&F Boxes are nice, there are other options out there that hold equally as many flies, and at a more affordable price. A couple of boxes to consider are the Orvis Clear compartment boxes (BPS sells these, as well as all local shops) and the Akiomu (sp?) boxes. These are probably my favorite boxes. The "fold up" and make for a nice box.

My best advice is to go to a fly shop near you and look at all the choices. Don't always rely on someone else's opinion. My favorite box could be your worst nightmare. See which box fits your amount of flies, and the way you prefer to store those flies.

Joshua Barnett

GUTHOOKED · 01-22-05, 12:57 AM

I've tried just about every style of fly box on the market, and for trout flies the C&F boxes just can't be beat. They hold a ton of flies (I once counted over 400 flies in one of mine) in an organized manner, don't crush the hackles, and never wear out. I've got a couple that I've had for several years, and they're still in great shape. When you consider that a $15 foam box will be pretty much shredded after a year or so, $35 for a flybox isn't such a bad deal.

FlygURL · 01-22-05, 05:47 AM

I have one of those C&F boxes that is watertight. Besides having flies on the sides, it has a middle card of flies too.

Talked with some folks about pro/cons of keeping all of you flies in one box. If you lose your bok, it's all gone. But, I still do it.

Always remember to write your name and number in your flybox in case you lose it.

deltaflyer · 01-22-05, 08:22 AM

Careful you don't accidently open that clear compartment box upside down. Even if you don't spill all your flies into the boat or river your gonna get to pick 'um all apart. Get the C&F box. It'll take better care of your hackles and keep you from losing debarbed flies etc.

FlyBy · 01-22-05, 08:38 AM

I use the C&F System boxes, which are just like the regular C&F boxes, except you can swap out the inserts, allowing you to customize each box to the stream to which you're going.

The C&F boxes may be more expensive, but they are well designed, tough boxes that make finding the right fly a snap.

FlyBy

GonetoSeed · 01-22-05, 11:54 AM

I've recently started using the Big Cliff and like it's versatility: http://www.cabelas.com/information/F...iffFlyBox.html

chrisfish · 01-22-05, 03:37 PM

I just purchased the C & F system and can already tell I am going to like it. As has already been stated, don't just go on our opinions. Take your vest to the store with you and make sure that the new box will fit where you want it to go. Also make sure that you are comfortable handling it in the situations you will be in while fishing. To me personally, everything seems great at the store until I need to use it on the stream, then things are quite different! Good luck!

UGAflyfisher · 01-22-05, 05:20 PM

I went ahead and purchased a C&F from Unicoi today cause it just felt good in my hand and I wanted just cause. It looks very functional and can hold alot alot of flies. I guess me and the vise will be good friends for a while so I can fill it up... Thanks for all the responses. I guess this topic hasn't been covered alot so everyone was willing to participate.....

01-21-05, 10:40 PM	#1
UGAflyfisher Native Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Tampa, Fl. Posts: 132	Fly Boxes I know this a dumb question but what kind (make/model) of fly boxes do you'll carry? Right now I own the cheap bass pro shop fly boxes and was looking into upgrading cause im just not satisfied (ie I would like to be able to put flies on both sides....) I was looking at the Scientific Anglers C&F boxes cause a guy I fished with a couple of weeks ago had one and they just look cool and functional. I know they don't have anything to do with catching fish but you have to have somewhere to store all the flies you tie....

01-21-05, 11:00 PM	#2
outdoor7or24 Native Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Thomasville, GA Posts: 243	UGA - C&F boxes are nice, and the ones that come with threaders too. I have some fishpond boxes, the Laurel Run Molded Nylon Fly Box and another they dont make anymore. I like the zipper cause I know it will stay closed, and its light. I have a metal box, and the only complaint is the weight. Question for yah - were you in the Fly tying class last year @ Ramsey Center??? __________________ Know how to listen, and you will profit even from those who talk badly. - Plutarch

01-21-05, 11:00 PM	#3
Josh Barnett Native Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: North Georgia Posts: 2,934	While C&F Boxes are nice, there are other options out there that hold equally as many flies, and at a more affordable price. A couple of boxes to consider are the Orvis Clear compartment boxes (BPS sells these, as well as all local shops) and the Akiomu (sp?) boxes. These are probably my favorite boxes. The "fold up" and make for a nice box. My best advice is to go to a fly shop near you and look at all the choices. Don't always rely on someone else's opinion. My favorite box could be your worst nightmare. See which box fits your amount of flies, and the way you prefer to store those flies. Joshua Barnett __________________ JOSHUA T. BARNETT Editorial Staff, Living Jackson Magazine President, Oconee River TU ph 706-354-8500 or 706-202-7713 4293 New Kings Bridge Road Nicholson, GA 30565

01-22-05, 05:47 AM	#5
FlygURL Past Director, Hall of Fame Member, Moderator Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Lawrenceville, GA Posts: 2,115	I have one of those C&F boxes that is watertight. Besides having flies on the sides, it has a middle card of flies too. Talked with some folks about pro/cons of keeping all of you flies in one box. If you lose your bok, it's all gone. But, I still do it. Always remember to write your name and number in your flybox in case you lose it. __________________ FlygURL Georgia Women Flyfishers Tailwater Chapter Trout Unlimited "Just out there trying to make a difference in a trout's life."

01-22-05, 08:22 AM	#6
deltaflyer Native Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Roswell, GA Posts: 539	C&F are the best. Careful you don't accidently open that clear compartment box upside down. Even if you don't spill all your flies into the boat or river your gonna get to pick 'um all apart. Get the C&F box. It'll take better care of your hackles and keep you from losing debarbed flies etc. __________________ Tom-O "...only time will tell if it was time well spent..."

01-22-05, 12:57 AM	#4
GUTHOOKED Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Shady Dale, GA Posts: 1,462	I've tried just about every style of fly box on the market, and for trout flies the C&F boxes just can't be beat. They hold a ton of flies (I once counted over 400 flies in one of mine) in an organized manner, don't crush the hackles, and never wear out. I've got a couple that I've had for several years, and they're still in great shape. When you consider that a $15 foam box will be pretty much shredded after a year or so, $35 for a flybox isn't such a bad deal.

01-22-05, 08:38 AM	#7
FlyBy Native Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Roswell,GA Posts: 264	I use the C&F System boxes, which are just like the regular C&F boxes, except you can swap out the inserts, allowing you to customize each box to the stream to which you're going. The C&F boxes may be more expensive, but they are well designed, tough boxes that make finding the right fly a snap. FlyBy

01-22-05, 11:54 AM	#8
GonetoSeed Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Decatur, Ga, USA Posts: 1,580	I've recently started using the Big Cliff and like it's versatility: http://www.cabelas.com/information/F...iffFlyBox.html

01-22-05, 03:37 PM	#9
chrisfish Native Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Erie, PA. U.S.A. Posts: 319	I just purchased the C & F system and can already tell I am going to like it. As has already been stated, don't just go on our opinions. Take your vest to the store with you and make sure that the new box will fit where you want it to go. Also make sure that you are comfortable handling it in the situations you will be in while fishing. To me personally, everything seems great at the store until I need to use it on the stream, then things are quite different! Good luck!

01-22-05, 05:20 PM	#10
UGAflyfisher Native Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Tampa, Fl. Posts: 132	C&F I went ahead and purchased a C&F from Unicoi today cause it just felt good in my hand and I wanted just cause. It looks very functional and can hold alot alot of flies. I guess me and the vise will be good friends for a while so I can fill it up... Thanks for all the responses. I guess this topic hasn't been covered alot so everyone was willing to participate.....

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