I know it's redundant, but the show was a terrifc experience, especially for a newbie like me. The information,, the deals,, the genuine feeling of fraternity and sharing by people who are passionate about this craft was great.
Thanks Tom, for being a gracious host and putting together a memorable weekend. Thanks to who ever pulled my ticket out of the hat for the beautiful rod by Lance and Bill.

It was nice to meet you, Al. I'm sure we'll never forget Ken's story of his "housebuilding" experience! LOL!!

Putter
Williston, ND

The pleasure was mine, Randy. You're right,,Quite a story!

Al - I was so glad to see you made it, and was VERY impressed with all the samples you brought down & displayed. Canot wait to see soem of teh rods you work on this year and bring down for the 2007 Show.

Billy,,to you and Mike,Sean and John,, my humble thanks for the opportunity to display my stuff at your booth. I'm already looking forward to next year. It was fun hanging out and learning.

Al,
It was nice meeting you and getting ideas for future wraps. Like I said I'm not very good at selecting color combo's so your insight was a great help.
Billy and the crew it was very nice meeting you guys as well and and jumpstarting my interests with VW. Very much appreciate the company, hope to see you all next year (if not sooner). Randy.

Randy - It was a pleasure meeting you and hanging out Saturday night. All we needed were a few Tuxedo's, and we could've stayed out a few hours longer. YOu did me a gigantic favor, which I really do appreciate.

Color combos - I wonder how many fly fishermen will go home and make or order green & purple rods. I'll tell you what - if you were serious about selecting color choices, you'd've really had a superb opportunity hanging out in teh Lobby of Westin and asking a few of the more flamboyant human beings who were hanging out there all weekend. yuck!

I've already some color combo ideas from the clown in the orange suit and the yeti from Friday night. Randy.

Randy, if I helped at all then I'm very happy. It was great to meet you and hang out. Thanks again.

Billy,

I don't think you would have fit in with the "guys" in those tuxedo's. ROFLMAO I heard some pretty "interesting" stories about being in the lounge at the Westin on Friday night!!

Bill in WV



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...."Brokeback Westin"!!

I better never hear another West Coast Queer joke from those southern boys after those two nights at the Westin.

Regards,
Todd Vivian
Mud Hole Custom Tackle

todd@mudhole.com

Todd,

Hilarious!!!!!

Bill in WV

Al, it was a pleasure meeting you!!! Your wraps look much better in person, the camera does not do justice. Looking forward to see what you wrap with Madeira, and seeing those in Charlotte next year!!

Sean Endres
North East Rod Builders
New London, CT