Joseph - Just Registered. I really like the site and the thought you've put into it. Especially the "Recipe" idea and the way you've made it work. So much so that you have dislodged one of my "Conceptual Writer's Blocks" when it comes to doing something similar on a section of my fishing site (custom wooden plug building). I just don't know if I'll do it in Joomla (the site) or vBulletin (the near 600K posts forum)
I like everything about the design other than wood on top and bottom. There is simply TOO much great imagery that tugs at the addicted angler, NOT to have a good image that plays to your soul across the top of the page. I know, because I kick myself in the head every time I look at my old site (in redesign) with the crappy images I'm currently using.
I do think the Registration may be difficult for a bunch of old salts in that they need to see it spelled out. Graphically pointing to a +member image for registration might throw them for a loop (no disrespect intended for old timers)
Also see if yo can take out some of the open space. Someone viewing in 1024x768 (yes, it still happens) is going to be OK width wise but up and down it may be a bit light on the detail you have. You can go to this site, key in your URL and preview what the site looks like at different resolutions:
http://www.yournew.com/resolution_test.cfm# .
I'll also need to forward this link to a good friend that is an accomplished saltwater tyer/guide in Rhode Island.
As far as typing flys I can offer no advise as I've only done one in my lifetime (Rhody Flatwing). I tend to fish (Surfcasting) with custom wooden lures or the occasional living lure in the northeast.
Great Work. Good luck. Maybe we'll trade links down the road.
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