Washington Fly Fishing Articles:

NRS Paragon Pack Review by Chris Scoones
NRS Paragon Pack - NRS Claims:The epitome of versatility. Rather than being forced into buying an entirely new dry bag, the Paragon™ Pack allows you to retro fit your existing bags into the ideal portage pack.Back Panel is 23"L x 8.75"W...

7-7-2007 Views: 4719

Simms River Sandal Review by Chris Scoones
Simms River Sandal by Keen - Simms claims: The heaviest-duty fishing sandal on the market today. Great toe protection, plus a unique felt and rubber sole for traction. Heavy-duty rubber toe guard Nylon webbing/neoprene construction Textured rubber...

7-3-2007 Views: 8546

Fisknat Landing Nets
Review Summary: Fisknat Landing NetsAuthors Product Rating: 4 stars (out of 5 of course)Pros: Beautiful design, Durable, Rubber Webbed net bag.Cons: Wasn’t strong enough to hold all 210 pounds of me…The Bottom Line: Fisknat Landing Nets produces a...

10-8-2004 Views: 10230

PEAK Rotary Vise
PEAK Rotary ViseBy Brendan Mason "SNAAAPPPPP!!!" Within minutes of taking it out of the box, the PEAK vise had passed my first test. I had placed a size 1 stainless steel hook in the jaws, made a quick adjustment to hold it...

10-21-2004 Views: 20233

Winston 8'9" 4-Weight LT
I have the 8'9" 4 weight Winston LT, along with a 7'9" 3 weight and a 9' 6 weight LT. I love this series, they're faster than the WT series so you can cast heavier flies on them, but still have that excellent Winston feel. If you're...

7-10-2004 Views: 7601

Regal C-Clamp Vise
For the last five years, I've been tying on an old beat up $30 Thompson A Vise. My reasoning was, why spent a c-note on a vise when my old beater was still working? Finally, after watching a friend at a local flyshop tying on one, I couldn't...

7-10-2004 Views: 10232

Arc'Teryx Sirrus SL Jacket
This jacket is minimalist fly fisherman's wet dream. While the sleeves are Gore-Tex PacLite, a new lightweight material from those crazy guys at W.L. Gore, the central area is made of 530N 3 Layer Gore-Tex XCR, one of the most waterproof, yet...

7-10-2004 Views: 7662

MSR MicroZoid
I’ve never been a big fan of tents. My father was in the army and for the first 18 years of my life I never used anything except an army poncho and a mosquito net. Over the last few years, however, I’ve learned an appreciation for them,...

7-10-2004 Views: 7248

Lamson Litespeed Reel (Review)
Lamson® Litespeed™ By Brendan MasonWith its combination of light weight, tough finish, smooth drag, and stylish design, the Litespeed has proven to be a top performer in the mid-priced reel market. Although it has been on the market for some time...

6-26-2004 Views: 14578

Korkers “The Outfitter” Konvertible Wading Boot (Review)
Review Summary: Korkers “The Outfitter” Konvertible Wading Boot with Interchangeable SolesPrice: $129.95Authors Product Rating: 4.5 stars (out of 5 of course)Pros: This boot is light, durable, and comfortable. About as comfortable as my Simms...

6-23-2004 Views: 11837

Korkers Convertible Wading Boots (Review)
I remember the first time I saw these boots, at a fly fishing show in Seattle. I was pretty skeptical at first, but the concept of being able to change the soles of my boots intruiged me.About that time my old, beaten Simms Guide boots were...

6-21-2004 Views: 10317

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