Wow. Seriously, this is one of the most moving videos we have ever featured on the Fly Fishing blog. "My First Fish" the story of a five-year-old boy's first experience with steelhead, and it's. . .
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Over the past few months, we've been posting a great new video series called "Getting Started in Fly Fishing," from Brian Flechsig of Mad River Outfitters in Columbus, Ohio. The first 13 episodes . . .
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The latest issue of This Is Fly offers up some really interesting and different kinds of fly-fishing features. Of course, there is also great photography, art, fly-tying lessons, and product coverage, . . .
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In this video, Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions talks about how difficult it can be to make tails with biots because the materials are slippery and hard to control on the hook. But of course, . . .
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The 2018 Fly Fishers International Fly Fishing Fair and FishFest will be held Aug. 7-11 in Boise, Idaho. The event will feature fly-fishing celebrities, authors, manufacturers, demonstrations, presentations, and more.
Read more in the press release below.
Fly Fishers International Fair Will Bring a Potpourri to Boise
BOISE, Idaho – Everything anyone wanted to know about the ancient sport of fly fishing will be available at Fly Fishers International’s 2018 Fly Fishing Fair and FishFest in Boise, Aug.7-11, according to Len Zickler, President and CEO of the worldwide conservation/education organization.
Headquartered at the Boise Center, corner of 9th and Front Streets, the facility is virtually surrounded by public parking.
Day passes to the FishFest are $10 with free entry for children 11 and under. Advance registration has closed, but on-site registration opens Aug. 9 at 7:30 a.m. at the Boise Centre. Cost is $35 per person ($45 per family) and includes all Fair activities. Also available will be the option to register for Fair workshops.
Information and an up-to-date event schedule for the family-friendly event are available at www.flyfishersinternational.org. Tickets to the International Fly Fishing Film Festival
Aug. 8 at 6:30 are available at www.flyfilmfest.com. Film Festival tickets and other Fair-related activities may be obtained at (406) 222-9369:
The FFI Fair will feature fly-fishing celebrities, authors, manufacturers, destinations and a casting pond in the 80,000-square foot facility. Demonstrations and presentations are scheduled by international fly-fishing personalities along with tackle from Orvis, Patagonia, RIO Products, Sage, Scientific Anglers and Simms as well as Idaho-area fly shops, guides, lodges, wood carvers and artists.
Fly-tiers from throughout the United States will demonstrate patterns for fresh- and saltwater fish in one-on-one and hands-on demonstrations of the craft.
Our pals from the Nordic Countries* are back, with a dreamy little video featuring one man, one cast, and one fish. I love the simplicity of the fishing footage. Surrounding this scene is some camera experimentation. I love what these guys do.
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Trout rising to insects do not always make a big splash. Sometimes the disturbances they make on the surface of a river are more subtle. Dave Jensen, of Jensen Fly Fishing, offers some very . . .
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I like to joke that I "discovered" Zach Matthews, as I published his first magazine story back in '05 (when I was the editor of American Angler), but the truth is that his Itinerant Angler website . . .
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Written by: Mike Lembke, Wollaston Lake Lodge
Young Nick is becoming quite the outdoorsman. While fishing at Wollaston Lake Lodge with his family for the past few years, he kept eyeing the fly rod as his next challenge. After a few . . .
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Costa has announced the OCEARCH Sweepstakes, which will award the winner the chance to accompany researchers on a trip to Nova Scotia, Canada. The winner will receive “the rare opportunity to observe some of the world’s top shark scientists and researchers at work. And, if a shark is tagged and released during the expedition, the winner will have the opportunity to help name a shark.”
Read more in the press release below.
Costa® Announces OCEARCH Sweepstakes for Shark Enthusiasts
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – July 17, 2018 – Costa Sunglasses’ Wanna Tag Along Sweepstakes will award one lucky shark fan and a friend the chance to tag along on the trip of a lifetime to Nova Scotia, Canada with the OCEARCH crew aboard the M/V OCEARCH during a shark expedition. The sweepstakes, sponsored by Costa®, YETI®, OCEARCH and Southern Tide, is now underway and offers the rare opportunity to observe some of the world’s top shark scientists and researchers at work. And, if a shark is tagged and released during the expedition, the winner will have the opportunity to help name a shark.
Costa’s support of OCEARCH, an at-sea lab led by explorers and researchers who generate critical data and put science on the side of sharks, has been a long-term commitment to protect the lifeblood of our oceans. Costa and its sweepstakes partners have a shared affection for our waterways and are working to help keep our oceans balanced through awareness and funding of OCEARCH expeditions and their mission to protect sharks.
The Wanna Tag Along grand prize also includes Costa OCEARCH Collection Sunglasses, a prize pack from Costa, YETI, and Southern Tide and $500 cash. Ten first prize winners will also be awarded a prize pack worth over $500 from sweepstakes sponsors including Costa Sunglasses, a YETI Roadie 20 and Southern Tide gear.
The sweepstakes starts now and ends August 5. There is no purchase necessary to enter and entrants can receive up to 20 additional entries for friends who click on the share link posted on their Facebook wall, Twitter feed or via email, visits WannaTagAlong.com and subsequently submits an entry. For Wanna Tag Along Sweepstakes Official Rules, visit www.WannaTagAlong.com.
About Costa
As the leading manufacturer of the world’s clearest polarized performance sunglasses, Costa offers superior lens technology and unparalleled fit and durability. Still handcrafted today in Florida, Costa has created the highest quality, best performing sunglasses and prescription sunglasses (Rx) for outdoor enthusiasts since 1983. Born on the water, Costa works hard to protect the waters it calls home. Through programs like its Kick Plastic campaign, where the brand seeks to raise awareness about the growing plastic pollution problem threatening oceans worldwide, to serving as a long-term partner to shark research organization OCEARCH, Costa encourages people to help protect the Earth’s natural resources in any way they can. Find out more on Costa’s website and join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter at @CostaSunglasses.
Media Contacts:
Heather Miller, (864) 607-7922, heatherm@gunpowderinc.com
Carie Breunig, (414) 412-9155, carieb@gunpowderinc.com
Bass Pro Shops will hold a celebration to honor the life and work of Lefty Kreh at their Arundel Mills store location in Baltimore, Maryland. The event will take place September 8, 2018, and will begin at noon. A special “Lefty Menu” will be served: “burgers burnt to unrecognizable black chunks, grilled cheese and PB&J’s.” There will be a featured speakers as well as a chance for everyone to share what Lefty meant to them.
This week, Orvis Ambassador Derek Olthuis and I talk about fishing with your kids and family. Derek has three young children, and he fishes as much as anyone I know, so he has some great tips . . .
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Written by: Ted Fauceglia
If the fly fisher’s lexicon were ever available in written form, the unknowing reader would be amused, if not astounded, by the twisted definitions and associations fly fishers have ascribed to a certain . . .
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The new Barra frame from Smith Optics expands the WATER collection of sunglasses, “blending performance on the water with style on the streets for trend-conscious anglers.”
Read more in the press release below.
New Barra Frame from Smith
PORTLAND, Oregon (April 2018) – Smith expands its feature-rich WATER collection of sunglasses for Spring/Summer 2018 with the new Barra frame, blending performance on the water with style on the streets for trend-conscious anglers.
The 6-base frame with auto-lock hinges, is comprised of Evolve eco-friendly material and offers a medium fit with large coverage including side shields for extra protection from on-water glare. The Barra is offered exclusively with proprietary ChromaPop polarized lenses that amplify detail and enhance natural color beyond normal capabilities with high impact resistance. ChromaPop filters two specific wavelengths of light that cause color confusion to deliver greater definition, more natural color, and unmatched clarity to see more detail. All ChromaPop lenses are RX compatible.
Providing 100% UV protection, each lens also features a backside anti-reflective coating and complete water and oil resistant lens coating as a barrier against the elements.
The lightweight yet durable frame is available in six color offerings, and features flexible megol temples and nose pads that gently adheres to the skin when reacting to perspiration for a secure, no-slip fit.
The Barra (MSRP $169), along with the entire WATER Collection of sunglasses, are available now at select retailers and online at smithoptics.com.
Media Contact:
Kate Gaeir, Akimbo Communications, kate@akimbopr.com, (206) 334-0863
About Smith: Originating from Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith was founded in 1965 with the invention of the first snow goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. With 50 years of innovation and design experience, Smith is widely known today as an industry leader that pioneers advanced eyewear and helmets that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance and clean styling to fuel fun beyond walls. Smith seeks to power thrilling experiences in snow, surf, bike, fish and peak performance outdoor adventures with a comprehensive collection that exudes modern style and vibrant personality. To Smith, the experience is everything. Smith is part of Safilo Group. Additional information is available at smithoptics.com.
Fishpond celebrated the wrap up of a successful ICAST/IFTD show with bringing home four awards for Best of Show in Eco Friendly Gear, Laggage/Bags and Backpacks, Chest Pack/Vest, and Accessories under $100.
Read more in the press release below.
ICAST/IFTD 2018 Recap from Fishpond
Fishpond had an incredibly successful week at IFTD to close out the run in Orlando. Every person I talked to was a fan of the brand; from the hardcore fly fisherman all the way to the trolling bass fisherman from the ICAST side of the show. Many commended Fishpond for their continued commitment to the environment, celebrating 10 years of Cyclepond recycled materials, and dedication to thoughtfully designed products.
When premiering our new products there was a lot of excitement about the all new Switchback Belt System, Westbank Wader Belt, Thunderhead Chest Pack, and Thunderhead Roll Top Duffel. That enthusiasm lead to Fishpond brining home four awards at the end of the show!
Award Winners
Thunderhead Chest Pack
The Thunderhead Chest Pack delivers a waterproof carry system created to purposefully load all of the essential gear for a day on the water, including a net holster that seats your long or short handled net perfectly. Bring along what you need, instead of what you have. While it’s a great standalone piece, it also integrates into our backpacks and can be lashed to your boat providing quick secure storage for wet rides. Built out of our trusted 1680d TPU coated recycled Cyclepond nylon, this clean chest pack is built to protect your gear from the elements.
MSRP $179.95
Thunderhead Roll Top Duffel
Nothing puts a damper on a long river trip like a bag full of wet soggy gear. The new Roll Top Duffel keeps your gear dry so you can slip on a dry warm layer at camp and fish the home pool while dinner cooks over the fire. Adventure always has a way of serving up plenty of unexpected twists, flips, and turns, so make sure you pack accordingly. Constructed out of our signature 1680d TPU coated recycled Cyclepond nylon, which has proven itself to be bombproof.
MSRP $199.95
Switchback Wading Belt System
Since our first year we have been turning the fly fishing industry upside-down with innovation and change. As we hit our 20 year anniversary, it was only fitting to take something as simple as a wading belt and reinvent it’s functionality. This system includes a pack that slides independently from back to front, a molded net holster for long-handled nets, a shoulder strap with tool and fly attachment, and options to attach our new molded wading staff pouch, drink holder, and Quickshot rod holder. Functional and purposeful. Can be worn with vests, chest packs or other gear of choice.
MSRP $99.95
West Bank Wading Belt System
Why just have a belt to secure your waders and support your back? We thought about what other functions a belt might serve and we created a purposeful spot for your net, attachment slots for a Quikshot rod holder, a floating “rail” where you can strap on packs, water bottle holders, wading staffs, and all sorts of river accessories. The game has changed, and you can expect more.
MSRP $49.95
About Fishpond
The heartbeat of Fishpond remains an authentic connection to those who love the places we fish and explore. We are one, a tribe that values the journey to our destination, almost as much as our time on the water. We are friends of our wild places far away, and those in our own backyards. Thank you for sharing in our vision and for helping us be the brand that is trying to make a difference.
For more information, visit www.fishpondusa.com or email us at customercare@fishpondusa.com
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I first came across Malorie Crispo via her Instagram feed, which is chock-full of great fishing images. She clearly spends a ton of time on the water and catches some gorgeous. . .
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Welcome to another edition of our weekly trivia challenge, in which we test your knowledge of all things fly fishing and where you might learn a thing or two about this sport we love. This week, . . .
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Do you worry that your access to your favorite waters may be in jeopardy, or are you confused about the access laws in other states you may visit? The good folks at Backcountry Hunters & Anglers . . .
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TroutHunter has announced a new line of tippet. The EVO Nylon Tippet adds new technology to a trusted brand, pushing “the boundaries of tippet design to bring forth a cutting-edge new product.”
Read more in the press release below.
TroutHunter Announces New Revolutionary EVO Nylon Tippet
ISLAND PARK, Idaho (July 23, 2018) — TroutHunter is pleased to announce the release of their new revolutionary EVO Nylon Tippet. Adding new technology to an iconic brand, TroutHunter’s EVO Nylon Tippet pushes the boundaries of tippet design to bring forth a cutting-edge new product.
With the EVO tippet, TroutHunter makes improvements over their existing nylon through the proper application of a new proprietary organic coating. The result is much stronger knot strength achieved with no noticeable increase in diameter. Overall, the knot strength is either comparable or superior to many of the same sizes of fluorocarbon.
Additional benefits to TroutHunter’s new coating can be found on the water. The coating adds a measure of durability in combating abrasion while also repelling water, so the nylon will float better than previous nylons. In addition, once the package is open, the coating will protect the material from water and humidity that will enter the spools from normal use, thereby adding to the useful life of the purchase.
Another stand-out feature of the new TroutHunter EVO Nylon Tippet is its nearly nonexistent memory. Even after the material has been tested or bunched up, the tippet can often recover its form with minimal memory. In the end, less time worrying about tippet means more time targeting fish.
The TroutHunter EVO Nylon Tippet retails for $9.95 and is available now at fly shops. Learn more here.
About TroutHunter:
Located in Island Park, Idaho, TroutHunter is a full-service fly shop, guide service, and lodge within view of the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. Operating since 1999, TroutHunter also offers an entire line of proprietary products, including award-winning leaders and tippet and highly sought after tying materials.
For more information about TroutHunter, please visit their website and follow TroutHunter on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Contact:
Rich Paini
(208) 558-9900
rich@trouthunt.com
Written by:Nick Chiasson, Forrester's Bighorn River Resort
It's Trico time again on the Bighorn River, and it seems that each year, the hatch gets longer and longer. Tricos are an incredibly fun dry flies to fish, especially on rivers like the Bighorn that . . .
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Here's an astonishing look at fishing for Atlantic salmon in Labrador using Bomber dry flies. The shots of the fish looking, refusing, and then taking the fly in several different ways are some of the best we've ever seen. And once a fish is on, the real aerial spectacular begins. This is just beautifully shot and put together.
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Written by Winston Cundiff, All Water Guides
I recently read a “how-to" article about bass fishing on the fly and watched an older video that put tournament gear fisherman alongside a fly guy in the Sacramento Delta. Both were very. . .
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I fish a lot of caddisfly patterns in late summer and fall, as most of the mayfly and stonefly hatches are over for the season around here. Here's a great caddisfly imitation from Norwegian tier. . .
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Phil Rowley is one of the sport’s most knowledgeable anglers when it comes to chasing trout in lakes and ponds. His website, Fly Craft Angling, is chock-full of great information on stillwater angling. . .
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Last week, Tim discussed the difference between goose and turkey biots. (A biot is a feather barb from the leading edge of a primary wing feather.) In this video, he demonstrates the best way to . . .
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Chris Santella is a pretty big name in the world of fly fishing, as the author and editor of many books--including Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die and The Tug is the Drug--and a regular . . .
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Written by: Chuck Coolidge
In seven hundred miles of Grand Canyon country, there exists just one place--near the Utah/Arizona border--where vehicles are able to drive to a set of rapids on the Colorado River. It just so . . .
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Mykiss Studios has announced the launch of their new online store, featuring apparel lines “that celebrate our passion for the iconic fish we chase and the long roads we roam in search of them – from the Steelhead Highway on the rugged Pacific Coast to the Tarpon Highway in the famed Florida Keys.”
Read more in the press release below.
Mykiss Studios Launches Its New Online Store
Seattle, WA – Mykiss Studios, a new studio specializing in creative design services, is introducing a branded apparel line inspired by the fish and waters that define our lives. A fusion of art, conservation, and soul, the store features a collection of designs that celebrate our passion for the iconic fish we chase and the long roads we roam in search of them – from the Steelhead Highway on the rugged Pacific Coast to the Tarpon Highway in the famed Florida Keys.
Mykiss Studios, is the brainchild of Rich Simms, a lifelong Washingtonian who has spent his life exploring the waters of the Pacific Northwest in search of wild steelhead. On one such trip, the fact that the Highway 101 traverses every major steelhead river on the Pacific Coast crystallized in Rich’s brain. That realization spawned the concept of using this well-traveled stretch of road as a bridge that can connect a disparate community and help protect a threatened species that is struggling to survive in nearly every river this 1,540-mile road crosses.
After an inspiring tarpon trip along Highway 1 in the Florida Keys, where Rich saw the parallels between the plight of wild steelhead and tarpon as well as the similar cultures surrounding the roads that connect them, he decided to make this concept bicoastal with the creation of the Tarpon Highway. Like the Steelhead Highway, the Tarpon Highway is clearly marked, but it remains an avenue to lose yourself.
Rich’s life has been a fine balance between his career in industrial design and a dedicated angling life grounded in conservation. With Mykiss Studios, Rich has set off to strike a similar balance by creating well-designed products that express a deep connection to exploration and a firm commitment to conservation – a percentage of all proceeds will be donated to support the great work the Wild Steelhead Coalition and the Bonefish & Tarpon Trust are doing.
After months of dreaming and planning, Mykiss Studios is excited to embark on this new adventure. Stay tuned as we continue to release even more designs in the coming weeks. And please check out our store at www.mykissstudios.com.
About Rich Simms: Rich grew up in Poulsbo, WA fishing the steelhead streams of the Olympic Peninsula, an upbringing that engrained a lifelong passion for pursuing and protecting wild steelhead. By day, Rich is a seasoned industrial design professional with a background in user experience and brand. By night, Rich is a steelhead advocate and can be found in meetings throughout Washington fighting for wild steelhead. Rich is a founding and current board member of the Wild Steelhead Coalition and was named Fly Fisherman Magazine’s inaugural Conservationist of the Year in 2016.
Contact:
Rich Simms
(425) 941-7041
mykiss.studios@gmail.com
Although we fish for “German browns” in this country all the time, you rarely hear of folks heading to the native land of these trout to go fishing. But as this video shows, the Bavarian Alps–along the . . .
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Fishing streamers is not always about casting large flies in deep water and heavy cover with a sinking fly line. Sometimes streamer flies are effective in shallow riffles and edges, especially . . .
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by William G. Tapply
I thought I’d found a pond full of basking carp. Its surface lay flat and still under the blazing mid-morning Montana sun, and I spotted the big swirls and sloshes and boils from a hundred yards . . .
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A true river monster, the taimen (Hucho taimen)—also known as the Siberian taimen—can grow to proportions that seem incredible to your average trout fishermen. Whereas John Gierach once . . .
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The American Fly Fishing Trade Association has released a statement addressing the passage of H.R. 200, the “Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act of 2017” by the House of Representatives. “H.R. 200 puts at risk the long-term sustainability of marine fisheries, and the saltwater fly fishing industry that is dependent on healthy, productive stocks,” says AFFTA President Ben Bulis.
Read more in the press release below.
AFFTA Statement on H.R. 200 Passage
AFFTA President Ben Bulis issued the following statement regarding the passage of H.R. 200, the “Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act of 2017” by the House of Representatives:
Wednesday, the House of Representatives passed – by a slim margin – a bill that seeks to unravel the sensible, science-driven management framework that is working to achieve abundant and healthy marine fisheries. Rather than improving upon the success of the Magnuson-Stevens Act, H.R. 200 undermines the law by exempting some fisheries from limits on catch and weakening the rebuilding requirements that recover depleted stocks as quickly as possible. In doing so, H.R. 200 puts at risk the long-term sustainability of marine fisheries, and the saltwater fly fishing industry that is dependent on healthy, productive stocks.
AFFTA believes a reauthorization of the Magnuson-Stevens Act must focus on real solutions to the issues facing marine fisheries, solutions that are focused on increasing the number of fish in the ocean, and thus increasing the angling opportunities that drive our industry. We implore the Senate to safeguard the economic vitality of the recreational fishing industry by strengthening – not weakening– the conservation and management of our federal fisheries.
AFFTA advocates for and promotes the sustained growth of the fly fishing industry. By igniting consumer demand for products and services, providing businesses the tools to be successful, and advocating for access, protection and restoration of fishing waters, we will continue to enhance the passion and profitability of the sport of fly fishing.
The new Freespool from Smith’s WATER Collection offers MAG interchangeable technology, providing multiple lens options in a single frame to provide the most versatility on the water.
Read more in the press release below.
New Freespool MAG from Smith Optics
PORTLAND, OREGON (August 2018) – When life revolves around days on the water, eyewear versatility is critical. The new Freespool with MAG interchangeable technology, from Smith’s WATER Collection of performance eyewear, offers multiple wearability options in a single sunglass.
The quick release system of Smith MAG technology offers two sets of interchangeable temples on the 8-base Freespool sunglass. The Everyday temples offer a casual, lifestyle inspired look constructed of a thin profile wrapped in comfortable, no-slip megol. When the fish are hitting hard, a simple click swaps them out for On-the-Water temples, engineered with additional side coverage to maximize light blockage and minimize distracting backside glare from bright sun. Smith MAG technology utilizes two opposing N52 neodymium magnets in the injection molded temple lug that intuitively separate to allow temple interchangeability and flexibility to adapt to changing environments with a locking mechanical engagement.
Exclusively offered in proprietary ChromaPop Polarized lens technology, optically tuned for visual comfort and impact protection with enhanced glare reduction, while also offering anti-reflective, water and oil resistant coatings with 100% UV protection.
The addition of megol nose pads and temples on each set, which gently adhere to the skin when reacting to perspiration and moisture, provide a secure fit and all day comfort for on-the-water domination.
The Freespool MAG (MSRP $249) is available August 2018 at specialty retailers and online at smithoptics.com.
About Smith: Originating from Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith was founded in 1965 with the invention of the first snow goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. With 50 years of innovation and design experience, Smith is widely known today as an industry leader that pioneers advanced eyewear and helmets that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance and clean styling to fuel fun beyond walls. Smith seeks to power thrilling experiences in snow, surf, bike, fish and peak performance outdoor adventures with a comprehensive collection that exudes modern style and vibrant personality. To Smith, the experience is everything. Smith is part of Safilo Group. Additional information is available at smithoptics.com.
Tim Flagler demonstrates how to tie a CDC Micro Caddis in this week’s featured tying video. “This super effective and easy to tie pattern is a CDC Micro Caddis,” says Flagler. “I found it works especially well when trout are rising and I have no idea what they’re feeding on.”
The new Igniter fly rod series from Sage meets the technical demands of challenging angling scenarios, such as casting long distances, head winds, and heavy sink tip lines. Available August 2018.
Read more in the press release below.
Sage’s IGNITER Rod Family is for the Targeted Specialist
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. (July 11, 2018) – When conditions get technical, anglers want a fly rod that will meet the demand, so renowned fly rod manufacturer, Sage, brings the IGNITER to market August 2018.
“Anglers often find themselves faced with challenging fishing scenarios; like fish laying at long distances, strong head winds, bulky rigs, and heavy sink tips, but the IGNITER is built to handle these situation with confidence,” said Paul Schmierer, Sage senior R&D design engineer. “These rods are ideal for carrying and holding line for long shots, casters with a quick tempo, or situations when more power is required.”
These Made in the USA rods, feature KonneticHD Technology for ultra-fast action, high line speed taper with wind-cutting performance. Freshwater versions have a cocobolo wood insert with gunmetal anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat and Flor grade, snub-nosed, half-wells cork handle. The saltwater options have gunmetal anodized up-locking reel seats with integrated hidden hook keeper and Flor grad full-wells cork handle with an EVA fighting butt. All models have Fuji ceramic stripper guides and hard chromed snake guides and tip-top. A chipotle blank color is complemented with cayenne thread wraps with gunmetal trim wraps.
True to all premium Sage rods, the IGNITER comes in 4-10 weights with a custom black rod bag with chipotle color model tag, a black powder coated aluminum rod tube, and a lifetime warranty. MSRP: $900.
Find these rods at IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealers) show at booth 5079.
About Sage:
Founded in 1980, Sage was created with one idea in mind—to build the world’s finest performance fly rods. From the start, Sage has maintained that singular focus on delivering the finest performance fly fishing rods, reels, and equipment to the avid angler. We are a company of passionate anglers and craftsmen, continually seeking performance advantages through new materials, designs, and engagement with the fly fishing community. We fly fish. You can feel our passion for fly fishing in everything we do. For more information, please visit www.sageflyfish.com. Facebook Instagram Vimeo.
Smith has announced the release of their latest lens technology, ChromaPop Glass lenses. “ChromaPop Glass provides up to 12x more scratch resistance than polymer lenses while being 20% lighter than traditional glass for dawn to dusk comfort and performance.”
Read more in the press release below.
Smith Launches New ChromaPop Glass Technology 
PORTLAND, OREGON (August 2018) – To combat the rugged world of life on and around the water, Smith debuts its latest breakthrough in lens technology with the launch of ChromaPop Glass. Inspired by the need to provide professional guides and captains with enhanced durability, ChromaPop Glass provides up to 12x more scratch resistance than polymer lenses while being 20% lighter than traditional glass for dawn to dusk comfort and performance.
ChromaPop Glass is infused with proprietary technology enhancing color, clarity, and visual definition with 100% UVA and UVB protection, ideal for sight or river fishing, deep sea and open waters. Highly efficient polarization and 8 layer anti-reflective coatings, ChromaPop Glass is the most optically clear lens substrate and eliminates glare in shallow or deep water for accurate casting.
Available in three polarized tints – grey, brown, blue mirror to suit all river, inshore and offshore needs, ChromaPop Glass is currently offered in Smith’s best selling premium WATER frames: Guide’s Choice, Challis, Redmond, and Drake (MSRP $249, all models with ChromaPop Glass).
About Smith: Originating from Sun Valley, Idaho, Smith was founded in 1965 with the invention of the first snow goggle featuring a sealed thermal lens and breathable vent foam. With 50 years of innovation and design experience, Smith is widely known today as an industry leader that pioneers advanced eyewear and helmets that incorporate dynamic technologies, optimized performance and clean styling to fuel fun beyond walls. Smith seeks to power thrilling experiences in snow, surf, bike, fish and peak performance outdoor adventures with a comprehensive collection that exudes modern style and vibrant personality. To Smith, the experience is everything. Smith is part of Safilo Group. Additional information is available at smithoptics.com.
Fly Fishers International has presented Fishpond with the 2018 FFI Conservation Award, for “their commitment to the environment, and the steps they have taken to develop and support a corporate environmental conscience.”
Read more in the press release below.
Fly Fishers International Recognizes Fishpond for Annual Conservation Award
Denver, Colorado (July 17, 2018). Fly Fishers International has awarded Fishpond the 2018 FFI Conservation Award for their commitment to the environment, and the steps they have taken, like Patagonia, (a previous FFI Conservation Award recipient) to develop and support a corporate environmental conscience as a company reflecting the owners commitment to conservation. Fishpond is humbled to receive this accolade from FFI for our commitment to habitat and species protection and our ten-year dedication to recycled materials with our signature Cyclepond fabrics.
Conservation is one of the founding principals of Fly Fishers International. Contributing over 50 years of conservation work, FFI is proud to continue protecting fisheries and angling opportunities for the future. As William Nelson, past President stated so clearly in 1964- “We have been slow to realize the role of political pressures in conservation and are of the opinion now that a united desire for the things that are necessary to perpetuate our sport of fly fishing is the only way to keep from losing many of the things we hold so dear”.
FFI’s unified mission continues to this day. FFI’s Conservation Committee works with local club and councils to identify projects worth of funding through a small grants program, and selects individuals and organizations on a yearly basis for their awards program that meet strict criteria.
Each year at the International Fly Fishing Fair in Boise, Idaho, awards are given to various individuals and groups who exemplify the mission and values of the FFI. They take these awards seriously, following clearly defined procedures and criteria.
FFI has been an organized voice for fly fishers around the world since 1964. We represent all aspects of fly fishing –from the art of fly tying and casting, to protection of the natural systems that support healthy fisheries and their habitats so essential to our sport. Today, their mission is to ensure the legacy of fly fishing for all fish in all waters continues by focusing on conservation, education and a sense of community.
Fishpond founder and CEO, Johnny Le Coq, and his equal business partners Ben and Will Kurtz, believe that what Fishpond stands for as a company is equally if not more important than the products they create. Say’s Le Coq, “ Since our inception almost 20 years ago, Fishpond is excited and very proud to be the first fly fishing business to become a certified B Corporation, and together with 1200 other companies in 50 countries, we use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. This prestigious designation is awarded to companies that use the power of business to solve social and environmental obstacles and meet higher standards of transparency and accountability. B Corporations are a diverse community with one unifying goal: to redefine success in business by making our world a better place to live within, not only for humans, but also for all species. This ultimately means we are legally committed to working for environmental and social benefit, which goes beyond our financial performance as a company. Fishpond looks to the future with a goal of creating a positive difference for our planet by creating innovative products for the outdoor recreation consumer that communicates the importance of healthy species, water and habitat. It’s that simple.”
For further information about FFI, please contact at 406-222-9369 or email conservation@flyfishersinternational.org
The awards ceremony and gala dinner will be held on August 9th in Boise, Idaho.
About Fishpond
The heartbeat of Fishpond remains an authentic connection to those who love the places we fish and explore. We are one, a tribe that values the journey to our destination, almost as much as our time on the water. We are friends of our wild places far away, and those in our own backyards. Thank you for sharing in our vision and for helping us be the brand that is trying to make a difference. For more information, visit www.fishpondusa.com or email us at customercare@fishpondusa.com
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The new SPEY reel series from Sage combines classic design elements with modern performance features.
Read more in the press release below.
Sage’s SPEY Reels Combine Classic Aesthetics with Modern Performance
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. (July 11, 2018) – Sage has a long, storied history of manufacturing reels, so for its new SPEY reel family, it called upon classic designs and combined it with modern performance features to ensure you don’t lose the fish of a lifetime.
Sage’s SPEY reels are heavier with minimal porting to balance longer rods and has an increased capacity to accommodate larger lines thanks to the concave large arbor. It also features full line guards to assure thin running lines do not migrate between the spool and frame during dynamic casting motions. Each model features Sage’s Sealed Carbon System (SCS) drag with a machined and anodized One Revolution Drag Knob with numbered and detented settings.
The SPEY comes in 6/7/8 ad 7/8/9 sizes and retails for $475 and $500, respectively. With bronze or stealth/silver color options, it arrives with a neoprene and embroidered nylon reel case. Extra spools are available for $237 and $250, respective to the model size.
Find these rods at IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealers) show at booth 5079.
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Founded in 1980, Sage was created with one idea in mind—to build the world’s finest performance fly rods. From the start, Sage has maintained that singular focus on delivering the finest performance fly fishing rods, reels, and equipment to the avid angler. We are a company of passionate anglers and craftsmen, continually seeking performance advantages through new materials, designs, and engagement with the fly fishing community. We fly fish. You can feel our passion for fly fishing in everything we do. For more information, please visit www.sageflyfish.com, Facebook, Instagram, Vimeo.
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The new DART fly rod from Sage caters to small streams and delicate presentation. Available August 2018.
Read more in the press release below.
Sage Delivers the DART to Small Stream Anglers
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. (July 11, 2018) – Sage, long known for making application specific fly rods, brings small stream anglers the DART in August 2018.
“The DART is the perfect tool for making precise presentations in small streams,” said Peter Knox, Sage R&D design engineer. “Whether your game is shooting tight loops under overhanging trees or dropping a size 18 in front of a spring creek bow, the DART is a creek fisherman’s dream rod.”
Konnetic HD materials combine with performance-friendly action to give the Made in the USA DART a competitive advantage to selective trout in creek environments. The sapling green blank with bronze thread wraps and gold trim wraps perfectly complement the Fuji ceramic stripper guides and ultra-light hard chromed snake guides and tip-top. A vera wood insert with bronze anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat is rounded out with a Super Plus snub-nose, half-wells cork handle. Available in 0-4 weights at 7’6” and a 3-weight model at 6’6” for extremely confined areas, these rods are lightweight and extremely precise.
The DART comes with a custom tan rod bag with brown model tag, a Portobello powder coated aluminum rod tube with Sage medallion, and a lifetime warranty. MSRP: $700.
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Founded in 1980, Sage was created with one idea in mind—to build the world’s finest performance fly rods. From the start, Sage has maintained that singular focus on delivering the finest performance fly fishing rods, reels, and equipment to the avid angler. We are a company of passionate anglers and craftsmen, continually seeking performance advantages through new materials, designs, and engagement with the fly fishing community. We fly fish. You can feel our passion for fly fishing in everything we do. For more information, please visit www.sageflyfish.com. Facebook Instagram Vimeo.
