- By: Ted Leeson
- , Darrel Martin
- and Joe Healy
- Orvis Pack & Travel Sonic Seam Waders
- Hardy Perfect Reel
- Smith Interlock Sunglasses
- ExOfficio Give-N-Go Underwear
- The Patagonia Pack Vest
- HMH Standard Vise
Cortland Precision Platinum The Precision Platinum is Cortland’s latest addition to the Precision Dyna-Tip floating trout-line series. The line was developed with tough trout-fishing situations in mind—from large rivers and tailwaters, to spring creeks and small streams. Precision Platinum
Here is a simple and effective method for making a flotant holder for your fly vest. You will need a 2-inch wide elastic strip and 3/4 inch wide nylon strapping; a 3/4 inch strap keeps everything small and light. These materials are available at many out-door or sewing retailers.
Ross Worldwide has again expanded the Essence rod series with the addition of a 486-4, 490-4, 890-4 and 1090-4 in each of the three Essence series, FS, FC and FW. Ross Worldwide worked with Mel Krieger, one of the world's finest fly casters and instructors, on the development of the Essence series
G3 Guide Convertible Waders One of the smartest models in Simms' revamped line of waders is the G3 Guide Convertible, which is equally functional in both waist-high and chest-high configurations. Most waders of this type give priority to chest-high mode, with waist-high use an inconvenient afterthought that involves re-wiring your suspenders, fussing with your belt and fighting folds of excess fabric.
Orvis Helios rod, SA's new line and much more were introduced in late 2007 for the 2008 fishing season.
Many fly-fishing trips or at least the most memorable involve planes, trains and automobiles. The books that make the travel time move faster are found here.
There's a lot of water in Maine, and sometimes the only way to get to them is to walk far. On my recent hike through Maine's 100-Mile Wilderness I brought with me March Brown's 7-piece, 7-foot rod.
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