Category Archives: Industry

Image(s) of The Week

Spent some time in eastern Idaho this past summer as part of a Patagonia press junket that explained the merits of its new waders (more on that soon), and the advantages of tenkara rods for some situations. Also got out … Continue reading

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Happy April 1

Why not have a laugh on April Fool’s Day, courtesy of Yeti. But seriously, I could use one of these.

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Redington to Launch Web-Based Fly-Fishing Video Series

Just got a heads-up from Redington detailing their newest video project, a six-part online film series called, Find Your Water. Based on the trailer (see below) and the locations where the various segments were shot—from the Olympic Peninsula to Florida … Continue reading

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Fall Issue of Fly Rod & Reel

Just wrapped up the fall issue and it’s hitting newsstands now. I think we put together another great read with the most varied mix of content in the fly-fishing genre. This issue features our Angler of The Year choice, which … Continue reading

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Anglers Banned From British Columbia’s Skeena River

The news isn’t good out of British Columbia as a recent court ruling gave the Gitxsan Treaty Society the ability to do whatever they want with pieces of land along the Skeena River, which is one of the best places … Continue reading

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ICast Fly Fishing Trade Show 2014

Just got back from the iCast show in Orlando, Florida, iCast being the single trade show each year for the fly fishing industry. This show allows manufacturers and dealers to do business make pre-season orders for the 2015 season. In … Continue reading

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Mexico with Smith Optics, for dorado

Ok, the thought of visiting Mexico is not so appealing when it’s 90-some degrees in Montana today, but this video should get  you fired up to book early for late fall and winter. That’s when you’ll want to get out … Continue reading

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Fly Rod & Reel’s Summer Issue

Fly Rod & Reel’s summer issue is hitting the newsstands now and I think you’re going to like it, from the moment you see the cover. I gave the cover image thorough consideration before selecting it because, technically, it doesn’t … Continue reading

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Yeti’s Mother of All Father’s Day Contest

Father’s Day is right around the corner and wouldn’t it be nice, if you aren’t actually going to be on the water, to at least win something that you’ll use on the water or in the field? Look no farther … Continue reading

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Guaranteed Love, Brought to You By G. Loomis

I’ve always wondered how an angler can walk into a fly shop and buy a $500 to $800 rod after just casting it in a parking lot for a few minutes. That seems like a lot of commitment for such … Continue reading

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