Category Archives: Gear Reviews
The Simms Freestone Backpack: Review
By Louis Cahill Looking for a great fly fishing backpack? The Simms Freestone Backpack is a great choice. Light weight but durable, easy to carry and really versatile this pack is perfect for hike in fishing and even a light overnight. Loaded with features and...
Simms Flyweight Access Boot, a true breakthrough
I have hated every rubber soled boot I’ve ever worn, until now. Up to now, when I heard the words “rubber sole” I just heard, “wet, cold and hurt.” There has never been a rubber soled boot that gripped better than a Converse Allstar, as...
The Skwala Carbon Fishing Jacket: Review
There’s been a lot of buzz about Skwala, the newest brand in fly fishing apparel. I was pretty excited to get my hands on the Carbon jacket to see if it lives up to the hype. An American brand, located in Bozeman MT, when Squalla...
The Scott Wave Fly Rod Has A Secret
Scott’s new mid-price offering, The Wave, is not what I expected. Jim Bartschi sent me a seven weight wave a couple of months ago, just before I headed to Belize for five days. He didn’t tell me anything about it, which is typical for Jim....
The New and Improved Simms G3 Waders: Video
You have to be careful when you update an industry standard like the G3 Wader. Fortunately, Simms knocked it out of the park. The new G3 waders take quality and design to the next level. I was, frankly, shocked at the look and feel of these...