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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Sage Click Fly Reel
A simple, click-pawl fly reel for the minimalist angler or fan of Sage reels.
“The CLICK aesthetic has been elevated through new hole patterns and a refreshed, modern design that speaks to its lightweight and minimalist yet functional characteristics. The proven performance of the adjustable click and pawl drag design of the original is featured in this new CLICK reel series.” – Sage
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Fishpond Nomad Mid-Length Net
A light, durable and fish-friendly landing net.
“Nomad Nets are constructed with carbon fiber/fiberglass composite material. The result is a very lightweight and durable net. Nomad Nets are built for the conditions that prevail where great fishing exists; they are waterproof, UV protected and float like a cork. The hardcore lumbar pack wearer wanted a net with a little more length in the handle.” – Fishpond
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Sage Spey II Fly Reel
A workhorse spey reel, specifically engineered to match two-hand rods and handle large, anadromous fish.
“Sage’s new SPEY Reels are designed specifically for the anadromous angler, providing an ideal mix of enhanced, modern performance and refined, traditional design. Internally, SPEY Reels utilize a redesigned, sealed, carbon fiber disc and dual-clicker drag system that ensures dependability, eliminates unwarranted spool rotation, and offers exceptional resonance.” – Sage
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Sage Spey R8 Thirteen-foot Eight-weight Two-hand Fly Rod
The Sage Spey R8 8130 fly rod is a meaningful investment, but more than performs in a variety of conditions.
“By utilizing our proprietary Revolution 8 graphite, SPEY R8 rods heighten the smooth transfer of energy throughout the three key components of the Spey cast, allowing anglers to effectively Lift line off the water, Load the rod sufficiently, and Deliver the fly to the target.” – Sage
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Patagonia Men’s Swiftcurrent Wading Jacket
A light, durable, fishing-friendly rain jacket that should interest veteran and aspiring anglers.
Built for nature’s most unpredictable changes, the Swiftcurrent Wading Jacket is our most versatile technical jacket. The 4-layer, waterproof/breathable H2No® Performance Standard shell is free of perfluorinated chemicals and built of NetPlus® 100% post-consumer recycled nylon made from recycled fishing nets to help reduce ocean plastic.
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Airflo Superflo Universal Taper Fly Line
If you’re looking for a versatile, “Swiss Army Knife” fly line, this is a legitimate option.
“A great all round taper with a wide range of applications. Loads at short range. Longer rear taper provides multiple pick up points. Casts a very wide range of fly sizes. Haul-zone extends the usable head length. And the ultra-thin running line shoots like hell and takes up less spool space.” – Airflo
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Hardy 1912 Perfect Fly Reel
A classic reproduction fly reel from Alnwick, England with design, looks and finish.
“Bringing together some of the most iconic features from past Hardy Perfect reels, the 1912 Perfect incorporates the famous 1912 Perfect check mechanism, Polished Red Agate Line Guard and a classic pre 1920’s narrow spool design.” – Hardy
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Poncho San Juan Long Sleeve Shirt
A versatile, functional, technical fishing shirt from Poncho Outdoors.
The same Poncho you love in throwback Dad camo. Don’t fix it if it ain’t broken. – Poncho Outdoors
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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.
“The entire Sextant rod family shares a smooth loading, quick recovery action that allows for precise accuracy at short distances without sacrificing the power and backbone necessary for punching flies at longer distances through the wind.” – Thomas & Thomas
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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.
“Featuring a click pawl design and drawing inspiration from its U.L.A. lineage, this reel flaunts a super large arbor with a 30% increase in average line retrieval, defying conventional limits while maintaining the minimal mass of its predecessor.” – Lamson
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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.
“The Nautilus X-Series is an open-frame reel designed for lightness, strength, drag smoothness and fast line pick up.” – Nautilus
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Simms Men’s G4Z Stockingfoot Waders
Is it really worth spending a grand for a pair of high-end, fly-fishing waders?
“Our highest-tech, hardest-charging wader, the USA-made G4Z Stockingfoot wader brings best-in-class waterproof breathability, rugged durability and unmatched comfort to the remote coordinates and unforgiving conditions you call home.” – Simms
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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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