Hey there, it’s your fellow fly flinger David, from Guide Recommended. I’ve lived and breathed fly fishing for decades, turning my passion into an obsession. I started out with my first fly rod in my twenties, and since then, it’s been a journey of constant discovery. I learned all about wading boots and grip when […]
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You find a beautiful 9-weight fly rod at your fly fishing club’s “garage sale” and you just can’t pass it up. Once you get it home, you start to think – What is a 9-Weight Fly Rod Good for? In my experience, a 9-weight fly rod is a cornerstone in any angler’s collection. It excels
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Hey there, David here. If you’ve read about the products I love, you’ll find that I tested a whole pile of fishing sunglasses. You know the thrill of casting into the dawn’s early light and the anticipation of an afternoon hatch. But the sun’s glare can make spotting that elusive trout a real challenge. That’s
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After over 30 years of flinging flies, I’ve had the pleasure of using a variety of fly rods. But if there’s one rod that holds a special place in my heart, it’s the 4-weight fly rod. This rod is a finesse tool, best suited for smaller fish and delicate presentations. Yet it has the backbone
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Will a good pair of sunglasses increase your quality time on the water? Without a doubt.. And that’s where a good pair of sunglasses, like the Wiley X’s WX Contend Captivate, really earn their keep. These are not just about looking cool (though, they do a pretty good job at that too), they’re about shielding
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Let me share my experience with the Oakley Split Shot sunglasses. After more than 30 days of on-water fun and testing at my bench, I believe I can provide a solid review. As someone who lives and breathes fly fishing, you understand how important a high-quality pair of sunglasses is – they do more than
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As an old hand at flinging flies, I understand the importance of a good pair of sunglasses. It’s not just about shading your eyes from the sun, but about enhancing your fishing experience. A solid pair of sunglasses, like the Costa Del Mar Rinconcito, can help you spot that elusive catch lurking beneath the water’s
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As an avid fly fisherman, I can’t stress enough the importance of high-quality fishing sunglasses. Today, I’m sharing my thoughts on the Costa Del Mar Fantail fishing sunglasses. They do more than just protect your eyes from the sun; they reduce glare, guard against UV radiation, and even improve underwater visibility. First Impression of the
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Hey there, it’s your fellow fishing fanatic. After countless watery adventures chasing trout and equally as many squinted eyes and sunburned noses, I’ve discovered something: good fishing sunglasses, like the right fly, can make all the difference. I was able to test the Maui Jim Local Kine fishing sunglasses. These bad boys stand out not
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As an ardent fly fisherman (bordering on crazed), I’ve had my fair share of days squinting at the glare on the water, so you can bet I know the importance of a good pair of sunglasses. Let me tell you about the Smith Optics Guides Choice sunglasses. In my evaluation of over 17 pairs of
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