Category Archives: Gear Reviews
A Backpack For All Your Adventures
By Justin Pickett Recently I’ve been toting my gear around in Fishpond’s Thunderhead Backpack. It’s not something I carry on the water every day, but if I’m going to be far and away from my vehicle (or civilization) for a day or two, then it’s going...
Umpqua Pro Guide Fly Boxes
By Bob Reece Between my guiding and personal days I spend an extensive amount of time each year on the water. Throughout these adventures there is nothing that disheartens me more than losing flies or a fly box. Whether tied or purchased my...
The Stickman T-7: Return of the 7 Weight
The 7 Weight is the middle child of fly fishing. A 7 weight fly rod is the most versatile tool in the fly anglers box. The number of species and techniques that are perfect for the 7 weight is staggering, and yet this versatile rod is...
Hazard Hooks Review
By Justin Pickett A good hook is a necessity. Whether I’m tying my own flies, or buying from a local shop, I always make sure that the fly is lashed to a quality hook. One of the worst feelings in fly fishing is losing a fish...
Tiemco Magnetic Adjustable Bobbin
By Bob Reece The line between necessity and advantageous varies from person to person. When Tiemco produced its Adjustable Magnetic Bobbin, it sparked frequent discussions among tiers regarding these two categories. My curiosity finally got the best of me and I decided to give...