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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Ross Reels San Miguel Fly Reel
After a hiatus this classic was reborn. Is the San Miguel the best Ross Reel ever?
“Since Ross Reels started in 1973, there has been one model that epitomizes what a Ross Reel is: the San Miguel. It defined the ultimate in class and finesse, and now, over two decades since it was first launched, the classic returns.” – Ross Reels
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Scott Split Cane 7-foot 7-inch 4-weight Fly Rod
A safe, smart, way to open the bamboo can of worms.
“Scott’s all-around Split Cane (SC) is at home on any size stream with dries, nymphs or small streamers. The perfect choice for a high-performance, versatile bamboo rod.” – Scott Fly Rod Company
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Hardy Ultralite LL Fly Rod
A Euro-nymphing rod that you can do other things with.
“The surge in popularity around advanced European style and competition style techniques has to some degree left rod design behind–not anymore. These technique specific rods have been designed, developed and tested by some of the leading experts of modern light line methods to represent the most refined and usable actions on the market for these demanding styles of fishing.” – Hardy
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Scott Centric 9-Foot 5-Weight Fly Rod
Hell’s Bells: a fast-action rod that gives you good feedback.
“Effortless control best describes the Centric 9054. This rod easily generates blistering fast tight loops all the way to gentle open loops. The ability to control loop shape and line speed at all distances makes for a true do it all trout rod.” – Scott Fly Rod Company
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Patagonia Forra Wading Boots
Alpine meets the river.
“Engineered for trail and river, the Forra Wading Boots are lightweight without sacrificing performance. Built with Vibram Mars sole technology for traction and grip, these boots feature a high ankle, sturdy toe box and adjustable, noncorrosive lacing system for support and durability.” – Patagonia
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Orvis Recon 9-foot 5-weight Fly Rod
Might be all the rod you really need.
“Mid-price anglers, your fly rod has arrived. With Recon, you get high-performance feel, lightness in hand, close-in loading ability and the power for longer reach.” – Orvis
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Sage R8 CORE 9-foot 5-weight Fly Rod
A line-speed machine with a gentle side.
“The Sage R8 CORE is a rod family focused on maximum versatility when applying new and revolutionary material technologies.” – Sage
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Simms G3 Bootfoot Guide Waders
Sometimes a return to basics is all you need.
“The G3 Guide Bootfoot wader marries Simms’ time-tested G3 Guide platform with a custom vulcanized and insulated boot for a trifecta of comfort, warmth and durability.” – Simms
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Epic Reference 6-weight 686 FastGlass Fly Rod
Gutsy, but graceful, glass. Epic of New Zealand has created a niche by making rods like no others.
“The Reference 6-weight 686 FastGlass fly rod is perfect for tossing big flies, swinging streamers and light saltwater work.” – Epic
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Hardy Marksman 9-foot 5-weight Fly Rod
The English have always fancied throwing darts.
“The new Hardy Marksman has been designed, developed and tested with varied fishing challenges in mind. A strong, yet considerably lighter blank has been matched with an all new reel seat that further accentuates the weight reduction and promotes an almost weightless in hand feel.” – Hardy
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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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