reviews
In-depth and unbiased product reviews by some of the sport’s most credible experts.
There’s no such thing as too much gear, as long as it’s the right stuff.
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Kifaru Steelhead Chest Pack
A maker of durable, custom hunting packs decides to go fishing…
“The Steelhead is meant to make long treks over varied terrain more predictable with quick access to important items without taking your pack off, or leaving your main pack behind entirely. Three separate work zones allow you to customize your chest rig to your activity.” – Kifaru
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Loon UV Plasma Fly Tying Light
The best fly-tying curing light other than a corded dental lamp.
“Designed to provide a faster, stronger, more tack-free cure on all of Loon’s UV resins, the UV Plasma Light is for tyers who demand the best.” – Loon Outdoors
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Victorinox Swiss Tool
A classic, Swiss made (“do-it-all”) multitool that earns its tough and dependable reputation.
“All the functionality of your toolbox packed into a light and pocket-friendly form. Make the Swiss Tool your one-step solution to effortlessly tackle any task, fast. Integrating no less than 26 functions, you’ll wonder how you survived without it.” – Victorinox
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Lone Bison “The Heritage” Fly Tying Table
A handcrafted, movable fly tying table for the organized fly-tying enthusiast.
“The Heritage” fly tying table is the newest addition to the Lone Bison Fly Tables product line–modular enhancements greatly augment its user-friendliness and versatility.” – Lone Bison
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Scientific Anglers Magnitude Textured Infinity Salt Full Clear Fly Line
A clear floating fly line for the wind-busting, advanced-casting saltwater angler.
“Magnitude lines are ushering in a new era in saltwater fly line technology–headaches with clear lines are a thing of the past. Our new family is loaded with revolutionary new technologies making it the most durable and slickest clear floating fly line on the market.” – Scientific Anglers
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COAST LED 155 Multi-Tool
A well-designed and reasonably priced multi-tool, but it fails for the serious angler.
“The LED 155 Multi-Tool comes packed with 13 tools that can help you master any task or job. Featuring multiple LEDs, a liner lock blade, among many other tools, it is a must-have on your belt or in your toolbox.” – COAST
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Redington Ace Fly Reel
The Redington Ace fly reel is tough, well designed and built at an attractive price point.
“With no limits on what our reel design should be or look like, the Ace features an ultra-durable, first-of-its-kind lattice patterned spool design meaning increased strength, durability, and line breathability.” – Redington
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RIO Elite Gold Fly Line
A fly line built for castability, durability and accuracy–ideal for compact, wind-busting loops over distances of 20-40 feet.
“The Elite RIO Gold has a taper design that gives incredible loop stability at distance and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #2 and #22. With a long head and back taper this line is an excellent all around fly line on rivers and lakes when long casts and complete line control are required.” – RIO Products
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Cheeky All-Day Freshwater Fly Line
A versatile, durable, do-everything fly line at an exceptional price point.
“Cheeky Fishing developed the All-Day Freshwater Fly Line for those who want outstanding performance without breaking the bank. Designed and manufactured by Cheeky, this freshwater fly line fishes all day, all season, and all year no matter how variable the conditions.” – Cheeky Fishing
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Winston PURE 2 8-foot 3-inch 4-weight Fly Rod
A fly rod with finesse for dedicated dry fly and spring creek purists.
“The new PURE 2 series of fly rods are made to excel in the world’s legendary dry fly fisheries and in the most challenging technical trout applications. Utilizing new NanoParticle materials, these rods are smooth, delicate and lively.” – R.L. Winston
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Ross Animas Fly Reel
For functionality, in an American-made package, you’re not going to find a better fly reel than the Ross Animas.
“A fully-redesigned frame and spool are highlights of the new Animas. The spool shows off the cutting-edge manufacturing techniques Ross Reels has developed, delivering a design that is incredibly strong and visually stunning.” – Ross Reels
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Patagonia Guidewater Backpack
A lightweight, fully submersible day pack for hiking and traveling anglers.
“Fully submersible 29-liter backpack with minimalist construction to reduce weight without sacrificing durability.” – Patagonia
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Baja California, Mexico: Fly Fishing The Sea of Cortez
The big league of saltwater fly fishing. No angler’s life is complete without having a go at pez gallo.
One of the best places in the world to tangle with large saltwater fish on a fly rod–marlin, tuna, dorado, jacks and the fabled “pez gallo” (roosterfish). The beautiful thing about fishing this region is that the seafloor drops dramatically within a short distance from the beach, so you can find yourself in pretty blue water within paddling distance of the shoreline.
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