Gear

Smith Optics' newest frame and lens combo has been out for a while now, and I've had the good fortune of wearing them for four or five months. Sunglasses are hard to review because they're arguably the most subjective piece of gear for anglers. A good fly rod is usually recognized as good, even if it's not everyone's cup of tea. Sunglasses, though...

Hardy Fly Fishing has announced the launch of a new reel series called the Resonate. This reel is the brand's newest lightweight-focused product, replacing the Ultraclick reel currently in their lineup. This reel features a click-pawl drag system, although Hardy says this one is more adjustable than any the company has previously produced. Per a press...

Redington is continuing its recent run of fantastic machined reels with the release of the ACE. This reel is likely the follow-up to the company's well-received RISE reel, and builds on that foundation of attractive machining and an even more attractive price. The ACE utilizes a new lattice structure on the spool that Redington says is the "first of its...

Grundéns just released their Fall/Winter 2024 collection, and a few of the items are of particular interest to fly anglers. Grundéns has made serious inroads into the fly fishing space of late, and their products continue to impress many in the community. Their lineup features quite a few products, which might catch your eye, but there are two wading...

This series of purpose-built knives aims to address the unique challenges faced by anglers and other water enthusiasts, combining Benchmade's 40-year legacy of American craftsmanship with cutting-edge materials and designs. The Water Collection introduces four distinct models, each tailored to specific needs: For the hook-and-cook crowd, the Fishcrafter...

The folks over at Lid Rig have just announced the release of their newest product, the Lid Rig 3.0, also known as the "People's Premium Nipper." This set of line nippers "redefines cutting tools for the avid angler," per a company press release, and should cut anything from 8x tippet for braid. "The Lid Rig 3.0 is the culmination of 5 years and thousands of...

Simms Fishing Products, preeminent manufacturer of waders, outerwear, footwear, and technical fishing apparel launch Fall 2024, a product collection inspired by the world’s fishiest destinations and built to keep anglers warm and dry regardless of the conditions.  Simms views the world through the lens of fishing. Whether close to home or across an...

Fly fishing doesn't see many truly revolutionary products these days. Sure, we get fancy new fly rods (but they can't cast themselves - yet) and lines made from recycled materials. But a true game-changing product isn't all that common. I'm not saying the Fishtechy Proof Ball will completely change the sport, but I think it has the potential to vastly...

The 2024 ICAST show wrapped up last week, and the winners of product awards have been formally announced. Aside from the new Hardy Averon reel, most of the winners for new products were affordable, especially in the fly fishing world. While the more expensive gear is obviously nice to have, it's good to see the budget-conscious stuff making an impression on...

Riversmith, makers of the popular River Quiver and other accessories, has announced the release of their new Convoy Gear Collection. The Convoy collection is a group of weatherproof travel bags purpose-built for a wide variety of fishing situations. “The Convoy Collection is something that Riversmith has been thinking about, designing and field testing...