“Do you use the: jerk and cuss, jiggle sideways, grapple hook, or tree shimmy techniques ?” – great question, Jimbo.
I’ve used all of the above but probably more of the jerk and cuss technique. I guess the main determinant is based on how much time I spent tying the flies. I often find that that fly retrieval from trees is more of a personal challenge than a time or economic consideration. Much like when I get my flies tangled, it would be quicker to cut tippet and retie but I find myself engaged in a puzzle that I need to solve.
JC
@Alex – awesome meeting you and fishing with you on Sunday. Look forward to future encounters.
@Bruce02 – I’m assuming you are talking about Jeff Currier (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpVeMgz-FIE). Would certainly love to fish with him.
@Jimbo – no doubt about it, Mac is a character. Hardest part when interacting is getting a word in as he knowledgeable on many subjects.