FLY-FISHING THE FLATS. By Barry and Cathy Beck.

(1999) ND (c.2001) 2nd printing. Large 4to (223 x 287mm). Ppxii,148. Colour photographs throughout, illustrations. Blue boards, spine titled in silver-gilt.

"Making the transition from fresh to salt." An excellent introduction to American saltwater flyfishing. "Here you'll find expert advice on fishing for thirteen species, from stripers in Martha's Vineyard, to a flats Super Grand Slam (bonefish, tarpon, permit, snook) in Boca Paila on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. You'll find detailed instruction on long cast techniques - including a seven-page photo sequence on the double haul alone - a guide to flies, gear, and tackle, as well as veteran travelers' advice about where and when to go for the best fishing. You may not get many chances to fish the flats. Be ready." Chapters include:- The basic outfit; Saltwater fly casting; Tapered leaders and knots; Choosing saltwater fly patterns; Predators and prey; The saltwater environment; The complete saltwater angler; Destinations; You have to do it. An appendix gives world saltwater fly rod records granted in IGFA tippet class categories as of January the 1st, 2001.