Two pictures that call for a little story. You have the stand, René .... "I have made four trips to Norway sofar and this picture was taken last summer on the Orkla river near Orkanger. I have done a lot of seatrout fishing in Denmark together with my Dad and fishing buddy. However, since I became more and more interested in tying classic, fulldressed salmon flies I wanted to put them to the test and catch my first 'Salmo Salar'. I caught my first ever three years ago on the river Bjora. It weighed 7.1 kilos (over 15 lbs) and made me a happy camper. We also fished the Orkla that year".
'I absolutely had to go back to the Orkla the next year. My father couldn't come along, and I was reluctant to make the long trip alone. Nevertheless, I decided to go. With nine salmon in 7 days it was a trip to always remember ! I didn't catch the real big ones, but immensely enjoyed my trip. I usually fish with a 2-handed 15 feet rod for a 10/11 weight. Foxtail flies are my favourite. I will spend lots of time at the vise this winter to do my classic, fulldressed stuff which will probably end up on Bas's website. I look forward to tying together with him for many years to come.'
