I'd look at one of the Fishpond models if price isn't a factor. They aren't made of wood (carbon fiber / fiberglass), but they float, are tougher than wood, have a rubber net, and look cool.
The wife bought me a Brodin Phantom for stream fishing. Long and narrow version. When I first got it I thought it was too big for stream fishing. It's not.
I think it's this one:
I also have the Brodin net, a great one that accommodates large trout. Easy to carry.
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Often I have been exhausted on trout streams, uncomfortable, wet, cold, briar scarred, sunburned, mosquito bitten,
but never, with a fly rod in my hand have I been in a place that was less than beautiful.
Net Recommendation?
Hybrid Mode
