Just as a craftsman selects tools with purpose, an angler chooses a fly rod to match their quarry and conditions. The 7-weight fly rod, often overshadowed by its lighter or heavier counterparts, is a versatile and powerful tool in a fly fisher’s arsenal. Ideal for a variety of applications, from casting to tailing bonefish in …
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My fly fishing beginnings were with soggy cheap tennis shoes, where every hidden rock and slippery log was a lesson learned the hard way. Those early days were marked by makeshift gear and the youthful belief that any footwear could double as wading boots. But as I slowly upgraded my gear and waded into more …
I’ve been holding off on this review for a while. The Infi Sunglasses are so highly rated on Amazon, I honestly didn’t want to go against the stream and say what I felt. I kept thinking about something my Mom said to me. If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all. With …
Infi Polarized Fishing Sunglasses: A Fly Fisherman’s Honest Review Read More »
Wading rocky rivers and slippery streams on over two dozen trips with the Simms Freestone Wading Boots over the past four years, I believe it’s high time I shared my insights about them. While they may no longer be my first choice for wading adventures, they’ve certainly stood the test of time and terrain. TLDR;My …
Simms Freestone Wading Boots Review (Worth the Hype?) Read More »
If you’ve found this page, your about to embark on journey that might open up a new chapter in your fly fishing book. Understanding entomology (bugs) and learning to how to tie the flies that imitate what fish are eating is a next level step in becoming a better fly fisher.. Let’s clamp down and …
Selecting the Best Fly Tying Vise: Complete Buyers Guide Read More »
I’m not going to preach to you about the importance of a great pair of polarized sunglasses for fly fishing. The difficult task is to find a review you can trust. Recently I’ve purchased more than 17 pairs of sunglasses and put them to the test. I tested 16 factors, but concentrated on 6 key …
How many pairs of wading boots can a fisherman wear? It seems like all I’ve been doing lately is getting my waders wet standing in a river. (I’m on 12 pairs that I’ve tested so far with more to come) What’s all this yielding? Some honest thoughtful reviews that I get to share. With the …
Paramount Outdoors Deep Eddy Wading Boots Review Read More »
Fly fishing is a visual game and as an angler, your eyesight is one of your greatest fish-catching tools. But due to a phenomenon called light polarization by reflection, if you aren’t wearing polarized sunglasses, it’s as if you’re fishing blindfolded. Of course, polarized sunglasses can be pricey, but we feel that purchasing a quality …
5 Reasons Why Polarized Sunglasses are a Must for Fly Fishing Read More »
Wading boots are an essential piece of gear for any angler. They not only protect our feet but also provide the necessary traction and support when navigating slippery riverbeds. Today, I’ll be reviewing the Hellbender Felt Sole Wading Boots by Frogg Toggs, a brand that has been in the game for quite some time. Let’s …
Frogg Toggs Hellbender Felt Sole Wading Boots Review Read More »
After spending countless hours in various rivers and streams, I’ve come to appreciate the nuances of a good wading boot. Hodgman, a brand I’ve encountered before, offers the H3 Felt Sole Wading Boots. At a glance, they seem to promise a lot for their price point. But do they deliver? Let’s wade in. TL;DR: The …