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David Coggins's avatar

Great story and wonderful photographs!!

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David Blackstock's avatar

The multi-page photo spread looked especially good in the physical copy this morning. Making my FT weekend subscription worthwhile!

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Blair Newsham's avatar

Reading this great article and beautiful photos, after spending a few days surf fishing with my brother on LBI. Great fishing, not so great catching - but it didn't matter. Spending time with he and our fishing buddies is worth the price of admission. I liked the way that you phrased the road trip into Montana. Each time I drive East through the Jersey Pinelands on Rt 72, I am transported back to my younger years, for fishing, beach, bars, parties, cheap motels and of course, girls. The island has since gentrified quite a bit in the last 50 years, but that vibe is still there, simmering below the surface, and in those cherished memories. I'll have to give Montana a try - Thank you, David.

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Sam Jacobs's avatar

Wow! Those are some seriously stunning photos!

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Nacho's avatar

The King Ropes hat in the FT piece 👏🏼

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Lou Tamposi's avatar

Jeez, James’s photos are gorgeous. Inspired me to pick up a cheap Holga just to remember the fun of shooting medium format. Loved listening to you talk about this trip on the podcast, thanks for sharing some of the imagery.

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Rhett Buckley's avatar

Gorgeous photos! I love these little looks into the fishing excursions. Very inspiring.

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Nick's avatar

I love this piece. A great story with a hidden travel guide! But where did you get those shades?

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Jonathon Solonar's avatar

Amazing photographs of Montana!!!

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