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We’re back from a hectic weekend in Somerset, NJ. The short story is that we were happy and privileged to be a part of it, we have a great time and it was a pleasure to participate in this legendary and international event.
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It was busy and it was buzzing. We had a really great time and although it was a lot of travelling (including a cancelled flight) for two show days, it was well worth it. It was the perfect balance between business and pleasure – which somehow always seems to be the everyday scenario for us anyway, and it seems to become so all by it self, every time.
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Steve Silverio picked us up in the airport and we spent a lovely evening in his home. We spent time in his incredible dungeon of fly tying magic and wonders. We had fruitful discussions about present and future hook projects – sparring is an important part of how we develop hooks. Steve is an important part of our presence in the US and we’re thankful for his assistance.
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We had a chance to meet Bill Keough again – another legend, whom Morten has had lots of contact with, when he owned and ran The Fly Company, who distributed Keough’s products.
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We were happy to say hello to some of our pro staff members and seeing their efforts during the show.
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We have to mention our meeting and time with Bob Clouser – arguably one of the most legendary fly fishers today. We have spent a lot of time online, speaking to Bob, when we developed the Ahrex SA 210 Bob Clouser Signature, so it was an honour and a pleasure to finally shake hands and meet face to face.
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Chuck Furimsky and his team hosted and excellent and well organised show. It was a real pleasure and we look forward to next year. And finally – thank you so much to everyone who came around and spent time with us.
Morten and Søren
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