Reviews

Apparel

Gear Roll-up: Skwala Sol Wading Pant, Sage R8 Core 696 Fly Rod, Ombraz Sunglasses

There are many high-quality shades out there for anglers, but none that are quite like Ombraz. The first thing you’ll notice is they don’t have arms...

Gear

Gear Review Roll-up: YETI Cayo Backpack, Rain Jackets, Freshwater Fly Rods

If you fish and hunt (especially if you do both) enough, you’ll come to realize that a good, water-repelling day pack is one of your most essential pieces of gear.

Gear

Scientific Anglers Magnitude Textured Infinity Clear Tip Floating Fly Line

A clear-tip (floating) fly line that floats, fishes and casts like a champ.

Gear

Airflo Superflo Universal Taper Fly Line

If you’re looking for a versatile, “Swiss Army Knife” fly line, this is a legitimate option.

Fly Reels

Hardy 1912 Perfect Fly Reel

A classic reproduction fly reel from Alnwick, England with design, looks and finish.

Fly Rods

Thomas & Thomas Sextant 9-foot 9-weight Fly Rod

A saltwater, or heavy freshwater, “Rhapsody in Blue”: A fly rod with beautiful aesthetic appeal and distinctive handmade craftsmanship.

Fly Reels

Lamson Purist II Fly Reel

A light, well-designed, large arbor fly reel for the trout fishing “purist,” who won’t balk at the price.

Wading

Simms Men’s G4Z Stockingfoot Waders

Is it really worth spending a grand for a pair of high-end, fly-fishing waders?

Fly Reels

Nautilus X-Series Fly Reel

Uniquely designed, extremely light, with dependable, high-end performance–it’s a fair value for a U.S.-made trout reel.