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Fly Fishing Gear


We admit it – we’re gearheads. We love fly fishing gear so we write about it a lot on our web site.

This page has links to almost everything we’ve ever written about fly fishing gear – enjoy!

If you’d like to put your gear to good use, you should get in touch and talk with us about fishing in Alaska or the Bahamas.

Gear Reviews

Spey

  • Spey Rods for King Salmon – Our Favorites
  • Pieroway Renegade Rods – From the Designer
  • Airflo Skagit F.I.S.T. Line
  • OPST Swing Hooks
  • OPST Lazar Line Running Line
  • Airflo Streamer Switch Lines
  • Echo Glass 7129-4
  • Winston Microspey Trout Rods
  • RIO Skagit iMOW Tips
  • RIO Skagit iShort Heads
  • RIO Skagit Max Review
  • Sage 6119-4 METHOD Switch Rod Review
  • Sage 7126-4 METHOD – The Lightsaber
  • Sage 8116-4 ONE
  • Rio Gripshooter Review
  • Sage 7126-4 ONE
  • Readers’ Steelhead Rigs – READ THIS ONE
  • Pieroway Metal Detector King Rod
  • Sage 8136-4 ONE
  • ECHO King
  • Sage 10130-4 ONE
  • Sage 8134-4 Z-Axis
  • Running Line Roundup
  • Sage 5126-4 Z-Axis
  • Sage 5110-4 Z-Axis
  • Rio Skagit Flight
  • Sage 7136-4 Z-Axis
  • Sage 7126-4 TCX – The Death Star
  • Scott Fiberhammer
  • Spey Lines for Switch Rods
  • Airflo Skagit Compact
  • Rio MOW Tips
  • Scott King Rod
  • Scott King Rod Re-Review
  • Airflo Skagit Switch Head
  • Sage TCX Switch Rods
  • Sage 6119-4 TCX Switch Rod
  • Airflo Rage Compact Head
  • Airflo Skagit Intermediate
  • ECHO3 7130
  • Really Heavy Skagit Heads

Bonefishing/Flats Fishing

  • Patagonia Tropic Comfort Hoody II
  • G. Loomis NRX Saltwater Rods
  • Echo E.P.R. 890-4 Rod Review
  • Simms SunHood
  • Exterus Fly Fishing Inspired Apparel
  • Einarsson Plus Reels – Review
  • RIO General Purpose Tropical Fly Line
  • Orvis Andros Flats Hiker Boots
  • Scott Meridian 908/4
  • Sage MOTIVE Saltwater Rods
  • Sage SALT 890-4
  • Simms Bone Flip Sandals
  • Airflo Ridge Clear-Tip Tropical Fly Line
  • Airflo Chard Tropical Punch Fly Line
  • Hatch Nomad Pliers
  • Redington Vapen Review
  • Pocket Fly Boxes
  • Scientific Anglers SharkWave Saltwater Fly Line
  • Hatch Professional Leader and Tippet
  • Scientific Anglers Bruce Chard Grand Slam Line
  • Rio Bonefish Quickshooter Line
  • Sage ONE Review for Bonefishing
  • Sage 790-4 TCX
  • Rio Tropical Clouser
  • Rio Bonefish Line
  • Smith Ignitor Lens
  • Sage 1090-4 Xi3
  • Airflo Bonefish Ridge Line
  • Sage Xi3 790-4
  • Sage VXP Rods
  • Backing for Bonefish
  • Simms SunSleeves

Alaska

  • The Shot-Gun: Split Shot Alternative
  • Stone Beads
  • Airflo Super-Dri Nymph/Indicator Fly Line
  • TB Peggz
  • Mystic Sapphyre 590-4
  • Sage 690-4 Z-Axis
  • Sage 890-4 Xi3
  • Sage 99 Nymphing Rods

Bags, Packs and Luggage

  • Simms G4 Pro Sling Pack
  • Umpqua Bandolier ZS Sling Pack
  • Fishpond 45″ Dakota Rod and Reel Case
  • Fishpond Westwater Large Rolling Duffel
  • Patagonia Stormfront Sling Pack
  • Simms Dry Creek Z Hip Pack
  • Simms Dry Creek Boat Bags (2015)
  • Orvis Safe Passage Carry-It-All Rod and Gear Case
  • Vedavoo No Pebble Packs
  • Simms Dry Creek Boat Bag
  • Simms Dry Creek Flats Pack
  • Simms Headwaters Backpacks
  • Sage Typhoon Waist Pack
  • Simms Headwaters Reel Briefcase
  • Simms Headwaters Sling Pack
  • Sage DXL Typhoon Boat Bag
  • Sage DXL Typhoon Backpack
  • Simms Harbor Shoes
  • Simms Headwaters Tackle Wallet
  • Fishpond Blizzard Soft Cooler
  • SmithFly Modular Fly Fishing Gear
  • Fishpond Rodeo Rolling Duffel

Reels

  • Loop OPTI Megaloop
  • Einarsson Plus Reels
  • Hatch Finatic Reels
  • Sage Evoke Reels
  • Sage 6000 Series Reels
  • Sage 6080 Reel
  • Ross Evolution LT
  • Sage Click Reels
  • Ross F1 Reel

Other Gear

  • Simms Cam Wading Belt
  • Nexcare Absolute Waterproof Tape
  • Meiho Adjustable Fly Boxes
  • Kast Velocity Jacket
  • Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener
  • GoDolly Landing Nets
  • UTC Ultra Thread
  • Fly Vines
  • Simms Bounty Hunter Mesh Reel Pouches
  • Hatch Nippers
  • Tacky Big Bug Fly Boxes
  • Simms Wading Koozy
  • HMH Shank Adapter Tool
  • Plan D Articulated Fly Boxes
  • Measure Nets
  • Simms BackSaver Wading Belt
  • Clear Cure Good Hydro
  • Plano 3601 THIN Boxes
  • Rod Gloves
  • Tide Watches for Anglers
  • OPST Steelhead Shanks
  • Merino Baselayers
  • Sharpie Extreme
  • Angler’s Image Magnetic Hook Boxes
  • Olympus TG-3 Camera
  • Simms Axis Hoody
  • Arc Fishing Tippet Material
  • Hydro Flask Travel Mug
  • Hatch Nomad Pliers
  • Simms G3 Guide Boots
  • HMH Poly Tubes
  • Omnispool Switchbox
  • Airlock Strike Indicators
  • Simms Kinetic Jacket
  • Aeropress Coffee Maker
  • Dr. Slick Razor Scissors
  • O’Keeffe’s Working Hands
  • Aquaseal UV
  • HMH Tube Spinner Tying Vise
  • Abel Hybrid Hemostats
  • Seal Line Dry Cases
  • Hair Ties as Rod Straps
  • RIO Fly Line Cleaning Towelette
  • Stuffits – Fight Foot Odor!
  • Simms Slick Jacket
  • Fishpond Westwater Rolling Duffel Review
  • New Essential Gear for Fishing Trips
  • Hatch Backing Review
  • Simms Slick Jacket Preview
  • Simms Coldweather Shirt Review
  • Alpaca Wool Socks
  • Baker’s Dozen to Bring on Your Trip
  • ECHO Gecko Kids’ Rod
  • We Love Puff.
  • Simms Boot Studs
  • New-Skin
  • Maxima Ultragreen
  • Ultrathon Insect Repellant
  • Simms Hardbite Studs and Star Cleats
  • Simms Guide Windstopper Jacket
  • Simms G3 Guide Pant
  • Pelican Cases
  • Abel Pliers
  • Kelly Kettles
  • Abel Nippers
  • Rio Alloy Hard Mono
  • Aquapac Phone Case
  • Revo Water Lens
  • Kast Steelhead Gloves
  • Sage Kanektok Wool Pro
  • Shark Tooth Leader Control System
  • Plano Boxes
  • Favorite Trailer Hooks
  • Best Sandals Ever?
  • Sage Kanektok Wool Pro

Gift Ideas

  • Last Minute Fly Fishing Gift Ideas
  • Best Fly Fishing Gifts for 2012
  • 10 Fly Fishing Gifts Under $50
  • 10 Great Fly Fishing Gifts

Gear-Related Tips

  • Get Down with Glass Beads
  • Rigging Backing Solo
  • Rinse Your Zippers
  • Choosing a Fillet Knife
  • Practice Flies
  • Rod Gloves – Great for Flats Skiffs
  • Always Pack the Puffy
  • Mind Your Line Scraps
  • Rinse Off Your Flats Boots
  • Clean Your Rod Guides – Cast Further
  • Spey Line Recommendations – Updated
  • Wear Good Boots
  • Downsize Your Rod for Spooky Bonefish
  • DIY Dehookers for Bonefish
  • Spooling Fly Line Correctly
  • Rigging Beads for Trout – 3 Methods
  • Tube Fly Organization
  • DIY Pliers Lanyard
  • Reel Weight – It’s All About Balance
  • Don’t Fish This Fly
  • Taking Care of Your Waders – 8 Tips
  • Dry Out Your Flies
  • Frozen Rod Guides – Try Lip Balm
  • Splicing a Loop in Miracle Braid
  • Understanding Fly Line Profiles
  • 3 Uses for Opposing Wader Straps
  • Get Your Buff On
  • Storing Rigged Fly Rods
  • Wind Your Backing on Tight – Here’s Why
  • Gluing Knots for Extra Strength
  • Drinking Straws for Tube Flies
  • Pre-Rigging Nymph Rigs
  • Polyleaders for Single Hand Rods
  • Caring for Fly Lines
  • All About Spey Rigging
  • Which Tippet Size Should I use
  • Untwisting Your Fly Line
  • Color Coding Sink Tips
  • Reinforcing Welded Loops
  • Rigging Tip: Bunny Tails and Stinger Loops
  • Carabiners for Flats Boots
  • Tying Nail Knots Without a Tool
  • Rolling Up Your Raincoat
  • Painting Beads for Trout
  • Unsticking Fly Rod Ferrules
  • Monofilament or Fluorocarbon?
  • Cheap and Easy Sunglass Retainers
  • Double Up Your Loop to Loop Connections
  • Salt is the Enemy
  • Cleaning Fly Lines
  • Easy Furled Leaders
  • Make Sure Your Bonefish Rod Loads Easily
  • Gold Bond Powder in Your Waders
  • Don’t Forget Your Headlamp
  • Skagit vs. Scandi Heads
  • Finding and Fixing Leaks in Your Waders
  • Lubricate Your Knots Well
  • Try a Mono Running Line on Your Switch Rod
  • Make the Best Rain Bibs Ever
  • Intermediate Heads on the Dean River
  • Clothing for Bonefishing
  • 3 Ways to Save Money on Gear
  • Selecting Bonefish Flies
  • Fishing Gear Maintenance
  • 5 Ways to Simplify Your Fishing Gear
  • Baker’s Dozen to Bring on Your Trip
  • Bullet Weights Part 1: Get Crittery
  • Bullet Weights Part 2: Still Crittery
  • Making T-14 Tips
  • Bead Fishing for Rainbow Trout
  • Reels for Bonefishing – 5 Things to Look For
  • How to Break Your Fly Rod – 10 Simple Options
  • How to Pack for Your Day of Bonefishing
  • Bonefish Leaders for the Bahamas
  • Hand-tied Leaders for Saltwater Fishing
  • Sinktip Secrets
  • 5 Non-Fishing Items to Bring on Your Trip
  • Rigging Stinger Hooks
  • Try Fishing Smaller Hooks
  • Let Your Guide Pick Your Fly
  • Tube Flies – Introduction
  • Tube Flies – Two Ways to Rig Them
  • Silvey’s Tandem Tube – How to Rig It
  • Tube Flies – Advanced Rigging
  • Fly Rods for Alaska
  • Don’t Wear a Red Shirt
  • Lake Fishing with Switch Rods
  • Sage Rods for the Dean
  • Traveling with Spey Rods
  • Airflo Sinktip System
  • Keeping Sinktips Organized
  • Prevent Rod Mating
  • Try a Lanyard
  • Spey and Switch Fishing for Trout – An Update
  • Barracuda Rigging with Irving and O’Keefe
  • Depthfinding – Beauty of the Skagit Intermediate Heads
  • Bulk Hooks
  • Keep Your Hooks Sharp
  • Spey Line Recommendations
  • Quick Nipper Lanyards
  • Making Loops on Sinktips

Recommended Flies

  • Rainbow Trout Flies: Our Favorites at Alaska West
  • Rainbow Trout Flies: Our Favorites at Rapids Camp Lodge
  • Aqua Flies for King Salmon – 5 Favorites
  • Jerry French’s Dirty Hoh
  • Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp – Tying Instruction
  • Stu’s Tube Leech – Tying Instructions
  • Price’s Five O’Clock Shadow Mouse Fly – Tying Instructions
  • 6 Reasons this Fly Works for Salmon
  • Hickman’s Fish Taco – Tying Instructions
  • The Hoh Bo Spey – Tying Instructions
  • Mr. Hankey – Tying Instructions
  • The Predator – Tying Instructions
  • Steelie Pot Bellied Pig – Tying Instructions
  • Favorite Bonefish Flies for South Andros – Updated
  • The Foxy Leech – Tying Instructions
  • Stu’s Tube Mouse – Tying Instructions
  • The Rubber Legged Gotcha – Tying Instructions
  • The Spawning Mantis Shrimp – Tying Instructions
  • Rubber Legged Intruder – Tying Instructions
  • Marabou Intruder – Tying Instructions
  • Reverse Marabou Tube Fly – Tying Instructions
  • Stu’s Quick Tie Sculpin Tube Fly – Tying Instructions
  • Stinger Mice
  • Shrimptruder Tying Video
  • The Shrimptruder
  • Cotton Swab Tube Flies
  • 3 Things to Look For in Your Andros Bonefish Fly
  • Golf Tee Popper
  • Tying Sculpins with Trevor Covich
  • Chuck Shepard’s Silver Salmon Popper
  • Senyo’s Intruder Wire
  • Bonefish Fly Selection for South Andros
  • Tube Flies – Why We Like ‘Em
  • 7 Reasons This Fly Works on Andros Island
  • 5 Flies for Kings on the Kanektok
  • Dean River Steelhead Flies – 5 Favorites
  • King Flies – The Mikey Prawn
  • Alaska Silver Salmon Flies – 5 Favorites
  • Bonefish Flies – 5 Favorites for South Andros
  • Flesh Flies for Trout
  • Barracuda Flies for the Bahamas
  • Silver Salmon Fly Selection
  • Dean River Steelhead Fly Selection
  • Veverka’s Mantis Shrimp
  • Mr. Hankey
  • The Intruder
  • Selecting Steelhead Flies
  • King Salmon Fly Selection
  • Cotton Candy – The Old Standby
  • Dean River Chinook Flies
  • Favorite Bonefish Flies
  • Idylwilde Flies for South Andros
  • Fly Selection for Lakes
  • Chinook Flies for the Dean
  • Rainbow Trout Flies – 5 Favorites for Alaska
  • Quigley’s Bonefish Tickler
  • Grillos’ Quick Silver Popper
  • Dean Steelhead Fly Roundup
  • King Salmon Flies – Size Does Matter

Expert Rigs

Bonefish

  • George Cook’s Bonefish Rig
  • Jordan Sly’s Bonefish Rig
  • Bruce Chard’s Bonefish Rig
  • Michael White’s Bonefish Rig
  • Rick Sisler’s Bonefish Rig
  • JEB Hall’s Spin Rig for Bonefish

Steelhead

  • Grant Turner’s Alaskan Steelhead Rig
  • John Hazel’s Steelhead Rig
  • Adam Tavender’s Steelhead Rig
  • Dana Sturn’s Steelhead Rig
  • Tom Larimer’s Steelhead Rig
  • Scott Baker-McGarva’s Steelhead Rig
  • Ken Morrish’s Steelhead Rig
  • Jeff Hickman’s Steelhead Rig
  • Michael White’s Steelhead Rig

Salmon

  • Stuart Foxall’s King Rig
  • Jason Whiting’s Silver Rig
  • Whitney Gould’s Silver Rig
  • Jordan Sly’s Silver Rig
  • Adam Jackson’s King Rigs
  • Kyle Shea’s King Rig
  • Charles St. Pierre’s King Rig
  • Michael White’s King Rig
  • Brian Niska’s King Rig
  • Dec Hogan’s King Rig
  • Ed Ward’s King Rig
  • Tom Larimer’s King Rig
  • Jeff Hickman’s King Rig
  • Trevor Covich’s Silver Rig
  • Whitney Gould’s King Rig
  • Bruce Chard’s Pollywog Rig for Silvers
  • King Salmon and Indicators

Trout

  • Kyle Shea’s Trout Swinging Rig
  • Dan Herrig’s Naknek Swinging Rig
  • Kyle Shea’s Nymphing Rig
  • Jordan Sly’s Early Season Big Trout Rig
  • Jordan Sly’s Trout Swinging Rig
  • Rick Sisler’s Rainbow Rig
  • J.E.B. Hall’s Sculpin Rig
  • J.E.B. Hall’s Rodent Rig
  • J.E.B. Hall’s Bead Rig
  • Jeff Hickman’s Trout Rig
  • Kevin Price’s Trout Rig
  • Michael White’s Flesh Rig
  • Michael White’s Trout Switch Rig

Others

  • Jordan Sly’s ‘Wake and Eggs’ Rig
  • Whitney Gould’s Competition Rig
  • Dan Herrig’s Halibut Rig
  • Hollis Bennett’s Camera Rig
  • Rick Sisler’s Barracuda Rig
  • Louis Cahill’s Camera Rig
  • Bruce Chard’s Barracuda Rig

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