Suz Z.
Yelp
I have had multiple pleasant transactions in this store.
Jason has been very helpful and personable, going above and beyond to find certain, hard-to-find items in specific sizes from other stores in their network or via their website. There is also a lovely lady who works there; her name escapes me.
Today's experience was wonderful!
I attended 2.5 hour Fly Fishing seminar - FREE!
While billed as an introductory class for folks who have never fly fished; it is also appropriate for anyone who wants a "refresher" re: technique of casting/handling rod. All gear is provided.
Just bring a good attitude, sunglasses, and a hat.
The team:
Scott, fishing manager, Andy, Josh, and Chuck
All are patient, knowledgeable, and explain technique in easy to understand/visualize terms.
I hadn't fly fished in years and have tended, historically, to "over-power" casting.
Also, thorough instruction re: proper assembly of rod, mounting reel.
Then, they explained function of backing, line, leader, tippet, and, finally, knots' tying options and various fly options... nymphs, dry flies, and streamers, with thorough explanation of when appropriate to use each respective type.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CLASS AND TEAM!
No pressure on participants to purchase gear; but a discount was mentioned - if one wanted to purchase gear.
'Looking forward to the next level, having my old, personal rod/reel checked out by them and getting back out on the water, regularly!
Thank you, ORVIS LEESBURG!