We had the pleasure of casting two newly released six-weight fly rods from two premiere fly rod companies, the Sage R8 Core 690-4FB and the Scott Centric C906/4FB. Both Sage and Scott have a long history of building great fly rods through innovation. The R8 Core and Centric are considered the flagship lineup of rods…
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Gear Review: Tacky Pescador Fly Box
If you’ve read our blog for a while, it’s no surprise we at Deneki Outdoors are fans of Tacky Fly Storage Boxes. Mindful design, thoughtful materials, and straightforward usability give Tacky Boxes an edge over some other fly box companies. Tacky’s newest fly box series, the Pescador, carries Tacky’s “Better Box” mantra with a solid,…
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Gear Review: Sage Spey Reel
We like Spey fishing throughout Alaska. From Southeast Alaska, through Southcentral and Western Alaska, Spey fishing is not only a prevalent method of fly fishing; many would say it is preferred. Sage makes a variety of Spey rods and reels. One of the best reels they have come up with is the Sage Spey Reel….
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Gear Review: Loon Outdoors Ergo Knot Tool
The Nail knot is arguably one of the most famous ( or infamous) knots in the world of fishing. Per its namesake, the nail knot was initially tied with an actual nail. Over the years, the nail has been replaced with a modified and designed into a convenient, compact, and versatile tool, making it much…
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Gear Review: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Short
Being comfortable can make all the difference between a good or bad outdoor experience. Everybody talks about the importance of keeping your body’s core warm in cold conditions. Underlayer clothing is designed to keep your “core” warm in colder temperatures. Last checked, your tushie and thighs are a part of your core, and a lot…
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Gear Review: GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4
If you haven’t noticed, we are fans of the GLoomis IMX Pro ShortSpey rods. You can read a review we did here about the 71111-4. One of our team members recently had the opportunity to demo the GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4, and it did not disappoint. Here is the Setup: Rod: GLoomis IMX PRO 51111-4…
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Gear Review: Sage Click & Pawl Reel
There’s something to be said for a fly rod/reel combination that is extremely lightweight. A lightweight setup magnifies the intensity when you stick a fish. With rods getting lighter and stronger, you need a reel that is also lightweight not to negate the weight factor and maximize the fishing experience. The Sage Click & Pawl…
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South Fork Products: Mag Fly Holders
Have you ever looked at something and thought to yourself, “why didn’t I think of that?” That’s exactly what happened when we saw South Fork Products Series of Solo Magnetic Fly Holders. Magnets to dry out your flies are pure genius, and we are fans. One mistake many fly anglers make is they change out…
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Gear Review: Seaholm
A few years back, I was thumbing through a fly fishing magazine looking for inspiration to seek a new fishing adventure. The magazine (which I can’t remember the name of) seemed to be more focused on zealous photography than informative writing and left me quite dissatisfied with my $15 purchase. However, on the inside back…
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Gear Review: Patagonia Swiftcurrent Expedition Wader
Fishing guides are creatures of habit. We have the same routine every morning, put on the same clothes, walk into the lodge and make the same cup of coffee and usually eat the same breakfast. That’s how the day starts. Throw a wrench in that program and you’ll probably not like how it goes. When…
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