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BOTE is best known for stand-up paddleboards, but in the quest to create a cooler that integrates well into their paddleboard platforms, they may have created one of the most versatile all-around small coolers for any outdoor pursuit. The KULA 5 is a cylindrical hard cooler built around the footprint of a classic hardware store five-gallon bucket, and it...

Bajío Sunglasses has released its 2026 collection, adding three new frame styles purpose-built for anglers spending long hours on the water. The new lineup—Palehorse, Cocho, and Coulee—shares a core set of performance features: integrated sun shelves, polarized blue light–blocking lenses, and either removable or discrete side shields designed to cut...

Gear is expensive, which makes this week one of the few times each year when the price tags ease up a bit. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are now a predictable part of the fly-fishing calendar. Every season manufacturers and specialty brands offer meaningful discounts, and it is always worth paying attention. If you need travel gear, cold-weather layers, a...

Fishpond’s 2026 collection marks a major refresh of some of its most trusted designs, with new materials, reimagined staples, and an expanded focus on sustainability. According to the manufacturer, the lineup includes new colors and styles of Nomad Nets, a rerelease of the waxed canvas Fishpond Field Collection, and, most notably, the introduction of a...

Yakoda Supply has re-engineered one of their most popular accessories with the release of the next-generation Yakoda Nipper ($89). According to the manufacturer, the new design blends the same precision and simplicity that made the original a favorite, with upgraded materials and features built to handle years of use in demanding conditions. Each nipper is...

As a new fly-fishing season gets underway and anglers deal with windy conditions and rusty casting skills, the chances that someone is going to get hooked are perhaps higher than ever. So it's worth offering a refresher course in how to remove a hook from human skin. In the best of all possible worlds, the hook is barbless, but even if it isn't the process...

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...

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...

As an avid gear nut and reviewer, I'm always interested in what new, fresh ideas the fly fishing industry has. So, when I got an email from Loon about their new Hitch Pin Forceps, I was more than a little excited. The Hitch Pin Forceps introduce an entirely new way to carry forceps that doesn't require you to clamp them down on a tool dock, pack strap, or...

Joshua Bergan, from Fly Fisherman Magazine, recently put together a great review on the new Riversmith Raft Rod Holders. These rod holders are specifically designed for use on fly fishing rafts, and Bergan's in-depth review shows whether they accomplish that task. You can read the review here.