The Fly Shop's 2024 Catalog & Travel Digest

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20 2 4 Retail Catalog SINCE 1978

The pages of this catalog contain great fishing stuff and our choices of the best tackle in the world of fly fishing!

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We’ve been hooking up fly fishermen with the best tackle in the sport, and guiding anglers to the finest fishing in Northern California and top fresh & saltwater lodges in the world Marcel Siegle photo

We’re located in the heart of northern California’s prime fly fishing!

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Stop in, call, or check out our website for current angling reports. We’ll point you in the right direction and set you up with the right flies, gear, lodge or guides to assure a successful fly fishing trip!

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46th Tackle & Travel Magazine Northern California Guide Service & Private Waters

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North America’s most popular fly fishing lodges & guides

Fly fishing’s top tackle choices!

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Pages of terrific fresh & saltwater flies

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From the rivers of Alaska and Argentina, to the jungles of the Amazon and Africa, The Fly Shop® is the most trusted angling travel agent in the world of fly fishing!

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N o rth e rn C a lifo rn ia H o t S p o ts Our local guide service and private angling

F ly F is h in g N o rth A m e ric a From Alaska, Canada, and Rocky Mtn. trout to Louisiana redfish and Florida tarpon

In te rn a tio n a l A n g lin g G u id e A brief introduction to our portfolio of the planet’s best fresh and saltwater lodges

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F lie s fo r E v e ry w h e re

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F r e s h &S a ltw a te r F ly R o d s

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T h e B e s t in F ly R e e ls

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The top selection & highest quality bunch of flies ever assembled in one place or catalog New rods from Sage, Winston, and Scott Quality reels for everyone and every budget New high-tech lines to deliver your flies The best two-handed tools in our sport!

Simms, Patagonia, Skwala, Korkers, and all the finest brand waders and accessories A dozen pages of fly fishing luggage, nets, rod cases, hemostats, and other goodies

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An introduction to our new, expanded, on-line and digital fly tying catalog

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F ly F is h in g S c h o o ls &K id s C a m p s

Accelerate the learning curve, get rid of your own bad habits, or start your kid off right!

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Take the guesswork out of buying for the fly fisherman on your list with a gift card from The Fly Shop® s Rods, reels, or any retail

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We’ve been on top of the world of fly fishing since 1978!

In the nearly 50 years since The Fly Shop® first opened the doors we’ve managed to establish an unparalleled reputation in our sport.

The business plan was simple. Surround ourselves with a great selection of products and a team of knowledgeable, fly fishing experts, offer the best service possible, tell the truth, and expect good things would happen. They did!

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that The Fly Shop® has more that 700 miles of public trout streams and rivers within easy striking distance of those doors, that we’re blessed with a temperate climate, or that the section of the Sacramento flowing through town is one of the best tailwater fisheries in the American West. And having two fine steelhead rivers nearby added even more to our formula for success.

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Another stroke of fortune, in the form of 18 yearold Mike Mercer, walked in the door while the paint was still wet on the walls. He’s still here forty-six years later, having become a world-renowned fly fishing personality, notable fly tier, author, lecturer, and international fly fishing travel expert.

Lots of others were part of The Fly Shop® team as they made their mark in the sport. Brad Jackson, Brian O’Keefe, Andy Burk, Tim Fox, Kara Tripp, and Rachel Connery each made significant contributions to our reputation as they built their own.

Too, the legendary Mel Krieger partnered with The Fly Shop® for nearly a decade, helping us polish the skills of our team of fly casting instructors, build the curriculum of our fly fishing schools, and create the sport’s first fly fishing summer camps for kids.

But what first put The Fly Shop® on the map was what is recognized as the largest selection of quality flies in the sport, and a multi-million dollar inventory of those patterns that’s required to match the needs of the thousands of fly rodders we send to fishing destinations all over the world.

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The growth of our fly selection has been a synergistic process that began with local guides, then expanded to reflect input from the destinations we represent. Knowledgeable guides, lodge owners, and outfitters from all the places we went, from Alaska to Africa to the Amazon told us and showed us what worked.

Then traveling anglers discovered that we had what they needed to fill their fly boxes.

The rise in popularity of Switch, Euro, Spey, Tenkara, and other facets of the sport along with the addition of new fresh and saltwater destinations to The Fly Shop’s ever-growing travel portfolio has created a demand for constant expansion of more than just our inventory of flies.

Again, the experts we work with determined what we needed with regard to our selection of fly rods, reels, lines and (in particular) flies.

Along the way, our team became the experts and our lineup of specialized tackle and flies is second to none in the world of fly fishing!

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Let our experts help with

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your next fly fishing holiday!

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Let our experts help with

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I N T H E C O U R S E of more than four decades, The Fly Shop® received

just about every significant accolade and award given in the world of fly fishing. It’s recognition we’re proud of and underscores the fact that the quality of our service and the caliber of our team may be just a cut above a lot of the other great shops out there.

During that time we’ve also become the largest and most trusted angling travel agent in America, and we outfit thousands of anglers (each year) to every imaginable fresh and saltwater fly fishery on Earth.

We don’t just talk about places. We’ve been there and we know what you need! So, whether you arrange your angling travel yourself, or with us, there’s nobody better able to help you choose the right tackle and flies for your next trip.

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your next California fly fishing holiday!

N O R T H E R N C A L I F O R N I A I S a diverse angling Mecca with a very

temperate climate and both reliable fly fishing and good weather nearly every day of the year.

Visiting anglers have a lot of options, and though much of our local fishing is straightforward, there are times (and spots) where any fly fishermen could use a little help.

That’s where we come in!

The Fly Shop® has a great team of local experts to help point you in the right direction and help tailor an angling holiday for you and your friends or family that’s built around your budget, your ability, and your own interests.

We have the talent to help you get and keep a bend in your rod, and a few local spots that afford privacy and ensure success.

Our guides are full-time local professionals. They’re not from out of the area, out of state, out of work, or out of school. Most have been working for us for years, some for decades, and a few have a literal lifetime of experience fly fishing near Redding.

The Fly Shop’s guides work together as a team, sharing up-to-the minute information about the most successful locations, effective techniques, and productive flies.

If you’re planning to fish in our backyard, give us a call. Make sure that fly fishing holiday is a great one by putting a wealth of knowledge and nearly half century of experience in your boat. phone

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THE FLY SHOP’S NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Guide Service

The best fly fishing in The Golden State is within an hour of The Fly Shop’s front door!

We’re fortunate to have hundreds of miles of local public trout and steelhead waters within striking distance of our parking lot, as well as exclusive angling access to some amazing private properties. In fact, The Fly Shop® is the only outfit holding permits to fish every watershed administered by the Bureau of Land Management and all of the rivers and streams of the Shasta, Trinity, Six Rivers, and Klamath National Forests.

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Guided Drift Boat Trips with The Fly Shop® The Lower Sacramento between Shasta Dam and Red Bluff is a

Klamath River steelhead begin pouring into the river each year in late

Trinity River Steelhead return each fall and winter in often

Most of the river is roadless, and guides use jet boats in the lower river to access easily waded, fish-filled runs that are often 300 yards long. During October and November our guides use McKenzie-style drift boats and focus on the more rugged sections of water nearer to the Oregon border.

The 2023 season was phenomenal and we expect next year to be better.

super-productive, year ‘round trout fishery. The starting line for most of the angling begins only a rifle shot from our parking lot, and there are no more experienced, talented, or better guides than The Fly Shop’s!

Our guides use drift boats to cover approximately 50 miles of the broad, rainbow trout-filled river. Steelhead become a target each fall and a chance to chase fish in relative solitude with either a single-hand or spey rod.

The Lower Sacramento River is a phenomenal year ‘round fishery.

impressive numbers. It’s a go-to destination for western steelhead addicts and anglers wanting to tie into sea-going rainbows without having to travel thousands of miles.

Peak season is November thru March

summer. The first run of fish to arrive from the Pacific are the “half-pounders’’, a unique strain of small, fly-friendly steelies ranging in size from 16˝ to 3 or 4 pounds and found only in the Klamath and Rogue rivers (southern Oregon). What they lack in size they make up for in numbers! They’re joined by a separate run of adult steelhead in the fall and the Klamath is teeming with significant numbers of both fish by September.

Fall River is in the eastern part of our county. It is renowned for it’s

prolific hatches, and as the birthplace of many of today’s best known spring creek patterns. This is Western selective trout fishing at its finest!

Guides use low-profile prams that have been customized for Fall River.

The year ‘round season peaks from May thru October

Walk & Wade Guided Trips on Nearby Rivers The Upper Sacramento is a favorite walk-and-wade destination

featuring nearly 40 miles of classic pocket water, riffles, and pools. Though most of the river is easily accessible from the Interstate. it’s an uncrowded fishery with isolated sections and a great deal of solitude.

The river is open year ‘round, and fishes best from May through December.

The McCloud River rainbows are unquestionably the most famous

trout on Earth, and its hefty browns are a reward for the angler willing to walk into the rugged river canyon water. Spring, mid-summer and fall angling on this famous freestone river is excellent and the scenery is superb all season.

The Pit River is notorious for both tough wading and broad-shouldered

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Hat Creek is renowned for great hatches, selective rainbows and an experience that is a classic chess game of spring creek fly fishing. This is where a quality guide will definitely help anglers accelerate the learning curve.

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Our Private Waters C O N C E P T In 1984 The Fly Shop® recognized that the demand for angling privacy and quality fishing had far outstripped all but the most remote public resources. Then we did something about it.

The Fly Shop has a few places here in the shadow of Mount Shasta ®

where you can get together with your family or a few friends and enjoy great fly fishing all by yourselves. Many of these places have never been open to the public. We’ve got exclusive access to thirteen miles of small streams, several miles of the magnificent McCloud, half a dozen great lakes and a few private bass and trout ponds.

All of them without another soul around.

Some of our spots have cabins (where you’ll need your sleeping bag), Val Atkinson photo

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The Fly Shop’s Collection of Exclusive Access Angling Opportunities in Northern California

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Antelope Creek Lodge Features of this four-star destination include topflight VRBO-type accommodations, 2 trophy trout lakes and several miles of superb stream fishing on the scenic north slope of Mount Shasta.

The Bollibokka A private, historic clubhouse and several miles of the famous McCloud that’s been off-limits for a century.

Guided off-season angling on The Bollibokka

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Exclusive mid-November thru March guided fishing on the private, Bollibokka section of the McCloud.

Clear Creek Cozy cabins and terrific small stream fly fishing on the longest privately owned stream in California.

Circle 7 Ranch on Fall River Lodging and private access to California’s largest and most exclusive spring creek.

Rock Creek Lake Float tubing for trophy trout in the serene, wooded foothills just east of The Fly Shop®.

Lake Christine Day access to an incredibly productive trout fishery only an hour from Redding.

Battle Creek Ranch 6 miles of rugged, terraced fishing for native trout less than an hour from Redding.

Luk Lake This low elevation trout and bass fishery near Corning is a great mid-winter getaway!

Sugar Creek Ranch Day access and lodging for 6 on a very productive trout fishery only an hour north of Redding.

Oasis Springs Lodge This popular, private, streamside lodge 50 miles east of Red Bluff will again be available in 2025.

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The Fly Shop®®has a dozen modestly-priced, private fisheries near Redding where you can be sure you and your buddies, friends, kids, or family are going to have great fly fishing and a swell time - without anyone else around!

O F O U R P R I V A T E waters destinations have been posted and off-limits to the public for generations. As advocates for public fishing, we decided right away against promoting private waters that were historically “public water”.

Some have been behind locks and fences for more than a century. Only Circle 7 Ranch on Fall River shares very limited access with the public.

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Private Waters with accommodations C R E E K R A N C H rates as the top private fishing destination in California. Guests have access to two superb trophy trout-filled lakes and more than a mile of fish-filled stream.

A maximum of 8 anglers are allowed on the property, and guest accommodations range from small suites with full-equipped kitchens to a deluxe, 8-person, 4-bedroom lodge.

It doesn’t get any better than this place!

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C R E E K L A K E is our most popular stillwater fishery. Superb float-tubing for large trout with a 2 bedroom, fully furnished cabin.

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All of our Private Waters are managed exclusively as catch and release destinations, and we allow only fly fishing with barbless hooks. The angling pressure is kept intentionally light in order to ensure each guest enjoys as fine a fly fishing experience as possible.

We manage our properties to our own high standards and with common sense in mind.

feeds Whiskeytown Lake west of Redding, and the isolated canyon above the village of French Gulch shelters the longest (nine miles) privately owned stream in California.

Each of the three-mile long beats offers excellent mid-summer trout fishing and features its own, fully furnished cabin (pictured above).

CLEAR CREEK

fences surround 3,000+ acres and 7 miles of the famous McCloud.

Weekly guests have exclusive use of the historic accommodations and angling.

Limited, guided winter access is now available.

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is wild trout fishing at it’s best. The fishery is located at the bottom of a rugged canyon and the experience is ideal for the physically fit fisherman whose dream stream includes wet wading, dry flies, and solitude

LAKE CHRISTINE

L A K E is part of the Paskenta tribal rancheria near Corning. The large, low-elevation lake is stocked with trout annually. Access is limited and it’s a perfect mid-winter fly fishery less than 3 hours from the Bay Area.

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is just downstream from our hugely popular fishery, Rock Creek Lake. Only an hour west of Redding, the well-stocked lake offers excellent stillwater fishing in all but the worst of weather.

C R E E K offers outstanding fishing and optional overnight cabin accommodations alongside eight, deep, spring-fed quarry ponds.

At 3,000 feet elevation, it is cool all summer and a great fall and winter fishery.

Our Private Waters are available only through The Fly Shop® and our network of fly shops Scan this code for more information or, better yet, call us at 800-669-3474 anytime for information, rates, or reservations. We maintain up-to-the-minute calendars and we confirm reservations immediately or can help you pick just the right place, at just the right time. phone

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Fly Fishing North America The Fly Shop’s travel destinations now include a wonderful cross-section of the best lodges, guides, and outfitters in Alaska, Canada, and the lower 48 states!

Trout & steelhead destinations in California, Canada, Washington Fly fishing Montana, Idaho & the rest of the Rockies LITTLE

O T H E R F I S H I N G in the world compares to what we often find near home - and when you step out of your car or off the plane anywhere in the USA you won’t be asked for a passport or a visa. You won’t have to speak another language, pass a COVID-19 test, wear a mask, exchange your dollars, or go through customs.

You’re home!

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Redfishing in Louisiana & Texas

The list of domestic angling The Fly Shop® endorses and represents includes some of the most outstanding lodges and famous fly fishing on the North American continent. Some belong to friends we’ve trusted to care for our clientele for generations. All of them are places our travel team has visited, vetted thoroughly, and meet the highest standards in the world of fly fishing travel. Ours.

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We’ve been the first choice of international fly fishing travelers and California fishing guides for a generation. For nearly half a century anglers from all over the world have looked in our direction for their next place on the map to head with their fly rod.

Thousands of fishermen have learned to trust our advice on where to go (and what to take).

Now we’ve added another chapter, expanding our highly respected travel services to include lodge and outfitter recommendations closer to home – from Canada to Mexico.

It was long overdue.

American N O RT H

fly fishing destinations

We’ve been to every place we represent. They qualify as the top fly fishing lodges, guides, and outfitters in North America. Each operation carries our total endorsement, along with our iron-clad guarantee of quality.

northern california The Golden State’s top public and private fly fishing!

montana Some of the best and most famous fly fishing lodges, wilderness pack trips and outfitters in Big Sky Country.

idaho Top tier destinations from the Henry’s Fork to the Tetons.

colorado The Taylor River Lodge and Black Canyon Anglers offer two of Colorado’s top tier fly fishing experiences.

washington Several of the top steelhead spots and trophy rainbow trout fishing locations in the Pacific Northwest!

alberta and british columbia trout The best rainbow and brown fishing in western Canada.

british columbia steelhead We hold the key to some magnificent steelhead lodges.

alaska trout fishing Our top choices among the great fly out lodges, float trips, and wilderness camps found in our 49th state.

alaska salmon and steelhead Unquestionably the most productive and prolific of the fly fishing lodges in the state of Alaska!

the best of louisiana’s redfishing A historic fly fishing plantation in Red Drum Country.

sightfishing for reds in texas Breathtaking angling in the shallow, clear Texas marshland.

florida keys Every serious angler’s top choice for tarpon.

If you’re interested detailed information about any of our Northern California or North American fly fishing destinations, or would like to receive print or digital versions of any (or all) of The Fly Shop’s other catalogs, magazines or specialty travel brochures, just scan this code, call, write, or log onto our website and let us know.

S O M E T R A V E L E R S learned a few difficult lessons during the pandemic, including how important it is to have a travel professional in your corner when there are problems.

The Fly Shop®has proven there’s no outfit in the sport you can trust more to have your back when you need help selecting, planning, preparing - and dealing with the unexpected! phone

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The Fly Shop’s International

Fly Fishing Travel For nearly half a century The Fly Shop® has been searching out planet Earth’s top fly fishing destinations – separating the great spots from what is often a confusing, crowded list of lodges, camps, and guides. We’ve done it, so you won’t have to!

We’ve been there! Each year our travel staff revisits many of the destinations in our portfolio, evaluating every aspect of every place we represent.

In that vetting process, we’ve become thoroughly familiar with all the details – the hotels, the airline connections, the flies, the tackle, and the techniques that’ll ensure your trip will be a complete success.

We are your advocate! We’re the only team of fly fishing travel agents in the entire industry whose pay checks aren’t based on commission.

Our mission is simple – to help you select a fly fishing destination that best matches your expectations, your budget, and your interests.

Price – We guarantee there’s no less expensive way to book any lodge, camp, or outfitter in our portfolio than directly through The Fly Shop®.

Experience – more than 200 years of collective fly fishing travel under our belts! We’re the most seasoned angling travel agency in our sport.

Trust! – We’re in your corner, and we’ve been proving it since the day we first opened our doors in 1978.

We’ve made more fly fishing travel dreams come true than anyone else in the industry. And we’re always there when the chips are down! We don’t disappear when the unexpected happens and the going gets tough.

In fact, that’s when we step up our game!

Do yourself a favor. . . put The Fly Shop® and all we have to offer to work for you the next time you’re considering crossing a fly fishing trip off your bucket list! alaska

jurassic trout

mexico’s yucatan

Our choices among the long list of fine lodges and wilderness camps in our 49th state

Lago Strobel is, unquestionably, the world’s top trophy stillwater fishery.

The top fly fishing flats prospects

kamchatka’s trout & steelhead

tierra del fuego

We’ll be ready when we can once again visit the most talked about trout fishing on Earth!

The southern tip of our continent is the ultimate spot for sea-run browns.

Bonefish, tarpon, and permit in the Caribbean

pacific coast steelhead

chilean patagonia

The global hotspot for billfish on a fly!

We’ve got access to some of the top sea run lodges in B.C. and Washington

Our selection of the top lodges and outfitters offering America’s premier trout fishing.

bahamas

canada trout

best of new zealand

Terrific trout fishing in the Western Provinces

Your guide to the North and South Islands.

mongolia taimen

peacock bass, payara & arapaima in brazil

Roosters, sailfish, saltwater dorado, and a bunch of other hot fly rod gamefish

We know all about the Amazon’s most productive fly fishing destinations!

pacific ocean bonefish

south american golden dorado hotspots

bolivia’s jungle

Monster fish in the land of Genghis Khan

atlantic salmon on the kola peninsula We’re all holding our breath ‘til we can return!

argentina Your guide to the best trout fishing on the eastern slopes of the Andes

indian ocean flats fishing

trophy tanzania tigerfish Africa’s most ferocious freshwater predator

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The meanest sport fish in freshwater.

Navigating Mauritius, Farquhar, Providence, and the best fly fishing in the Seychelles

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fly fishing in belize, honduras, & the rest of central america guatemala

More than 40 years of experience chasing bones and permit in the shallow sea

baja california

Xmas Island remains a great bonefishery

Dorado, and other exotic gamefish

australian saltwater liveaboards Excitement is unlimited and, with so many species, a grand slam is an impossibility

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Alaska

There are several hundred fishing lodges, outfitters, camps, and float trips in Every one of them will tell you “my place is the best” T H A T ’ S W H E R E W E C O M E I N . . . The Fly Shop® has been represent-

ing an elite cross-section of Alaska destinations since 1978. We’ve sent thousands of fly fishermen to lodges, camps and on float trips in the rivers of our 49th state, and we’ve outfitted tens of thousands more with the tackle they needed for their trips north.

– There’s no argument that the travel sales team here at The Fly Shop® are the most knowledgeable Alaska angling travel experts in the sport, and understand what the “best” in Alaska is all about. Independently,The Fly Shop® travel staff has owned several Alaska lodges. We’ve guided there. Our travel team has been to every lodge on the opposite page, and scores of others as well. s Objectivity – We know the ropes, and it’s fair to say that The Fly Shop® knows more about Alaska’s fly fishing than anyone in the angling travel business.

Our wealth of knowledge translates into a firm grasp of the top trout and salmon fishing opportunities to be found there.

We also have a well-earned degree of objectivity that interested travellers won’t find elsewhere and the ability to help you choose the right place, plan your trip for the right time, and ensure that you show up with the right stuff. s Experience

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of Alaska destinations in the Fly Shop’s travel portfolio is the gold standard in our 49th state.We used a half century of experience in the extensive vetting process, and the result is a great cross-section of locations and different types of lodges, float trips and camps we’ll help tailor to your interests. s Our service doesn’t stop there. Once the location has been decided, we’ll counsel you regarding the selection of the date that best suits your interests and meets your expectations – then use every bit of our influence to guarantee that you get the best available week.

Our team will make sure your travel arrangements dovetail with the schedule and that you show up well-prepared and outfitted for success. You’ll have exactly the right flies, and the appropriate rods, lines and terminal tackle.

Nobody in the angling travel industry does a better job of helping you after you’ve chosen where you’re going. We’ll check and double-check with you at every step of the planning and preparation process to ensure that your angling holiday is successful. s Trust – No angling travel agency has done more, and for as long, to earn the trust and confidence of the community of fly fishermen.

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A L A S K A . The very word conjures images of untracked wilderness, brown

bears, craggy mountain ranges, wolves, caribou, tundra…and rivers with fish like no other place on Earth. Bright silver salmon shouldering into freshwater rivers, reflecting emerald and purple from the sea, shedding scales and with sea lice clinging to their bellies. Inland rivers choked with spawning salmon, dramatic and stunning in their skins of fluorescent reds and greens. And behind them, rainbow trout, vividly-striped and spotted, each as large (or larger) than the biggest we could ever hope to catch on the “outside”.

A visit to Alaska is like tumbling down the rabbit’s hole, arriving to a place very different than home. The travel team at The Fly Shop®, has been eagerly jumping into that rabbit hole for nearly 50 years and still remain captivated with the experience of America’s last frontier.

Certainly the fishing is the main attraction but, in truth, the pursuit of salmon and trout may be merely the excuse we offer to repeatedly return to a land that touches a wild place deep within us.

Collectively, we know about as much as is possible to understand about the fly fishing opportunities in Alaska. We’d love to share that wealth of knowledge, unravel the sometimes complicated options, and put together a trip better than you might plan without our help.

Give us a call. We’ve done the homework, so you don’t have to!

THE FLY SHOP’S SELECTION OF ALASKAN FLY FISHING LODGES

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Duncan’s Steelhead Camp Remarkable wilderness steelhead fly fishing on Kodiac Island.

Outpost on the Nush Dawn to dark fishing at a spot where you don’t have to move far for a true wilderness trout fishing experience.

Rated by our travel veterans as one of Alaska’s top fly out lodges.

A perfect location with superb guides and trophy trout.

Royal Coachman It doesn’t get much better than this isolated, riverside fly-out lodge in the heart of the most prolific salmon and rainbow fishery in our 49th state.

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Helicopters, planes, and great rainbow trout fishing nobody else can get to.

Kings and Silvers ‘til you drop in a river custom-tailored for fly fishing.

Super-productive rainbow, silver, and king camp in the middle of nowhere.

Hard-core silver salmon from dawn to dark and a no-frills lodge.

Aniak River Lodge The focus at Aniak is on mouse-eating rainbows, and silvers.

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Trotter’s Baranof Wilderness Lodge A great fishing destination for the entire family.

Copper River Lodge Great guides and undoubtedly Alaska’s number one dry fly river.

Duncan & Sons Two superb mobile camps on the Chosen River. Trout, char, grayling, silvers, and kings in a remote setting. As good as it gets!

Alaska West A comfortable camp with immediate access to salmon, trout, and dollies.

Alaska Steelhead Company Stellar and easily accessed steelhead, a short flight from Anchorage

Rapids Camp Great planes, guides, and location to access the best of the Katmai, Iliamna, and Becharof regions.

Bear Trail Lodge This King Salmon location is a perfect base for lots of silvers and rainbows.

Sandy River King Salmon & Steelhead Camp Arguably the absolute top steelhead river in the entire United States.

Lava Creek Lodge A kick-ass king, silver, and trout fishery with room for only 8 anglers each week.

Rainbow River Lodge Dead center location for unbeatable trout & salmon fishing.

Phenomenal silvers and some of Alaska’s best steelhead fly fishing.

This is Alaska the way most people imagine.

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cutting-edge of South American fly fishing for more than 40 years and our experienced travel staff has spent a collective lifetime exploring Patagonia.

Our first forays to Chile, nearly four decades ago, took us to the historic Lake District near Puerto Montt, made famous

by Joe Brooks and Ernie Schweibert in the 1960’s. From there we expanded our search for great fishing south beyond the Strait of Magellan to Tierra del Fuego.

Now, with four decades of experience under our belt, we’re pretty confident that The Fly Shop® staff knows more about fly fishing in Latin America than any other angling travel agent in the business.

We’ve chosen the lodges, guides, and the outfitters we work with carefully and done our homework, so you don’t have to.

Many of the outfitters we work with are those same pioneers who opened the Latin American fly fishing frontier. Often, we were there to help them. Together we brought the first float plane to Chile and explored the uncharted angling of its rugged Patagonia coastline for rainbows and sea trout. The Fly Shop® was instrumental in helping develop the great fishing of Aisen, far south of Puerto Montt. And most veteran Patagonia fly fishermen would agree that The Fly Shop® portfolio of lodges, guides, and outfitters is the finest in all of South America.

We continue to visit most destinations each year and keep our finger on the pulse, remaining intimately familiar not only with each of the exclusive operations we represent, but all of the other fishing destinations around the globe.

We’ve been proving for forty-six years that there’s no one better prepared or more capable of helping plan a successful fly fishing holiday in Chile or Argentina than the travel experts at The Fly Shop®.

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Estancia de Los Rios Tipiliuke Superb, private angling on the Chimehuin

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Los Alerces National Park Argentina’s top-rated public trout fishery The largest fly preserve in all of Chile

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Estancia San Huberto Miles and miles of the Malleo River

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Luxury, private trout fishing on the Traful

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Gateway to drifting the Collon Cura River

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Argentina’s absolute best spring creek

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The most popular lodge east of the Andes

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Estancia Laguna Verde & Lago Strobel Lodge

Monster rainbows at the world famous Jurassic Lake

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The best value on the #1 sea trout river in the world

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The Rio Grande’s most luxurious sea trout lodge

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Jorge Trucco’s top-flight fly fishing destination

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Las Pampas Lodge Small stream fishing for big browns, bows, and brookies

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Collon Cura Lodge Spectacular dry fly, drift, & wade fishing

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Each and every one of the lodges and outfitters we represent has been fully vetted by our staff. They’re, hands down, the top-rated sportfishing destinations in all of South America.

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Patagonia is a faraway world of gauchos and estancias, where Christmas comes in the middle of the summer, the night sky is full of stars that can’t be seen from home, and their hard to pronounce rivers and lakes are full of California’s rainbow trout!

R A I N B O W T R O U T found in Chile and Argentina are descendants of eggs and smolt delivered to Bariloche over ninety years ago from the renowned McCloud River hatchery in Northern California.

Though transplanted from The Golden State hatcheries, these were wild fish in every sense of the word – and they were met with a nearperfect environment; no predators, ideal altitude, a temperate climate, an unlimited, incredibly rich food source, and ice cold water.

Soon afterward they were joined by European brown trout, brook trout, and a smattering of salmon. Sport fishing for these species was not then a part of the native tradition or Latin American culture and the fish were left unmolested by anglers for decades.

It wasn’t until air travel came of age in the mid-twentieth century that European and North American fishermen became aware of the phenomenal fisheries, full of trout, that flowed east and west from the Andes to the Atlantic and Pacific in a part of the world called Patagonia.

Now, nearly seventy years after Joe Brooks and the early angling pioneers introduced the fishing community to Chile and Argentina, trout fishing there remains an enigma. Many of the best rivers of Patagonia remain isolated, difficult to access without drift boats, rafts, 4WD vehicles, or are often behind locked gates. Like many of our own best North American streams, if it’s public and easy to reach, it’s probably been hammered. w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

Only after both countries recognized the tourist value of the resource were protective regulations adopted and those took years to enforce.

Each of the three great Patagonia fishing regions on the Argentine side of the Andes (San Martin de los Andes, Bariloche and Esquel) are unique, with their own menu of fishing and accommodation options.

The most popular Argentine angling itineraries usually involve a few days of fishing at one of the most famous fly fishing estancias; a combination of a few days at a couple of those elegant lodges; or a few days at an estancia along with floating and camping on some remote Patagonia river thronging with trout. Guides provide transportation and move from estancia to another estancia, camp, or float trip with their anglers.

There are fewer rivers, lodges, and guides on the western slope of the Andean cordillera. But what the Chilean experience lacks in numbers, it makes up for in quality. Few destinations on the world’s trout fishing map can compare with the level of service, the diversity, or the cultural experience that accompanies the often fabulous fly fishing that’s synonymous with all of the lodges, guides, and outfitters we partner with in Chile.

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Saltwater Fly Fishing The Fly Shop® has been passionate about flats fishing for nearly half a century.

Collectively our travel team has been fly fishing saltwater for more than 150 years.

We know where to go, when to be there, what to use, and what we’re talking about!

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A F T E R the fly shop’s doors opened in ‘78 we started an

angling travel division, working with the Fitzgerald family at Frontiers and our friends at Fishing International.

We began representing saltwater places we already knew - Deep Water Cay Club (Grand Bahama Island), Peace & Plenty Inn (Great Exuma), Inn of the Sun (Honduras) Dave Bennett’s Turneffe Island Lodge (Belize), the legendary Charlie Smith’s Haven (Andros Island), and Boca Paila (Mexican Yucatan).

Our first home run was Christmas Island. It was phenomenal! Inexpensive, easily waded, easy to get to, incredibly productive, and it opened the eyes of dozens of western fly fishermen every month of the year to a fascinating new facet of our sport.

We worked with the Venezuelan government for three years to open their offshore national park, Los Roques, to sport fishing. Another winner. Then we started chasing down every wild bonefish and tarpon rumor we heard about.

Too, we stumbled on two new flies that absolutely kicked ass, and when word got out, travelers from all over started looking in our direction for flies that would work in faraway places.

The Fly Shop® travel team was among the first to explore the Venezuelan coastline for tarpon and permit, and take a look at the fly fishing on Tetiaroa, Rangiroa, Manihiki, Fakarava, Aitutaki, Kia Ora, and other of the islands in French Polynesia. We probed the Turks & Caicos, the British West Indies, Cannon Island, Canton, and Penrhyn Island with our fly rods.

We searched the Bay Islands of Honduras, leased a yacht for several summers in the 80’s to cruise the coastline of Belize to find the saltwater El Dorado, and hired live-aboards in Cuba and the Indian Ocean, just for fun. We camped in the Abaco Marls, and to cover all the bases our travel team personally visited every lodge and fished nearly every flat in The Commonwealth of the Bahamas.

We’ve gone to a lot of trouble to try to find the perfect places, and drilled a few dry holes. In the process we learned how to distinguish between the good places, the great places, and the Shinola®.

We learned there’s no substitute for first-hand experience, every place can’t be the best, and that when anglers are sifting though the confusing maze of destinations they need to be able to rely on someone with experience – someone they can trust to tell them the truth and help find the places that best suits their interests and wallets.

That’s where we come in!

Migratory tarpon at ESB lodge – The #1 saltwater lodge in the world!

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Saltwater Lineup

A partial list of the lodges & destinations we represent on the saltwater fly fishing map T H E B A H A M A S is undoubtedly the most popular saltwater flyfishing destination on Earth, with variety, and a cross-section of different targets and experiences, great lodges, and talented guides.

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C H R I S T M A S I S L A N D has re-opened after a three-

andros island bonefish club Dead center in the middle of 1,000 square miles of picture-perfect, fish-covered flats. andros south lodge Hard-core flats fishing with a squad of superb guides and a lodge well off the beaten path.

bair’s Deluxe accommodations, first-class guides and a top location on the east side of Andros.

swain’s cay Escape to peace, tranquility, modest pricing and great bonefishing in a picture-perfect setting.

east end lodge Talented guides and perfect for those who miss the Deep Water Cay angling experience.

h2o bonefishing This upscale Grand Bahama getaway is ideal for both hard-core anglers, families and couples.

little abaco bonefish lodge This jewel in the tiny village of Crown Haven is home to lots of bones, barracuda, and permit.

year pandemic-enforced hiatus. The huge atoll rates as one of the top spots in the world to wade and sightfish for an always amazing number of aggressive bonefish.

Packages are modestly priced and reliable Honolulu flights to the angling paradise now arrive & depart on Tuesdays.

crooked & acklins lodge

No frills, just great guides, good food, and a cozy lodge surrounded by shallow, firm, easily waded flats.

soul fly fishing lodge This highly acclaimed lodge affords anglers an opportunity to fish the famed Berry Island flats.

north riding point club An elegant beach-front bonefish lodge on Grand Bahama’s south shoreline with private access to some of the Bahamas finest flats.

Give us a call about Baja! Our travel portfolio includes a trio of renowned flyfishing hotspots in the Sea of Cortez and along Baja’s Pacific shoreline. Yellowfin Tuna, sailfish, roosterfish, marlin and more!

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the delphi club Just minutes away from the fabled Marls on the west side of Abaco, and more than 200 square miles of backcountry bonefishing

mars bay bonefish lodge Easy access to miles and miles of hard sand flats, and trophy bones.

mangrove cay club Everything about this Andros Island spot is top tier, and we couldn’t recommend it more highly!

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T H E S E Y C H E L L E S in the Indian Ocean offers an

incomparable variety of saltwater options ranging from high-octane, musclebound GT’s to shallow flats loaded with schools of huge bonefish.

Anglers have a choice of liveaboard vessels or their own island-based lodges. The South African guides are experts, and numbers, size, and variety of fish are beyond possible exaggeration.

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TO P S P OT S I N T H E Y U C ATA N

THE BEST OF BELIZE

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High demand requires that interested anglers secure reservations far in advance, because it’s the most popular and productive permit, snook, bonefish, and tarpon lodge in the Caribbean!

This off-shore lodge is located dead-center in the heart of Belize’s most prolific permit flats.

casa blanca First-class in every imaginable way - location, guides, lodging, equipment, cuisine, & service!

belize river lodge The most experienced lodge in the country with a top-tier team of guides and accommodations.

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palometa club

Belize’s premier saltwater fly fishing, SCUBA, and marine eco-touring destination!

Only minutes from the flats of Ascension Bay, a cadre of skilled Yucatan guides qualifies this as one of the Yucatan’s top permit operations!

Enjoys an unparalleled reputation among both serious anglers and holiday-happy vacationers.

playa blanca One of only two lodges on the isolated Bahia Espiritu Santo, space is very limited at this small and isolated beachfront angling resort in the heart of the famous Sian Ka’an biosphere.

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Fly fishing in the Jungle

Powerful Peacock Bass, fanged Payara, ass-kicking Dorado and monstrous Arapaima are only a few of the reasons to make your next fishing trip a true angling adventure!

I S R E A S O N enough to be charmed by Latin America’s tropics. Jungle rivers harbor musclebound Dorado and powerful Peacock Bass that’ll rip a fly rod out of your hands. Mesomorphic Pacu, fanged Payara, and gargantuan Arapaima will test your skill level, demand new fly fishing tools, and challenge your stamina. In fact, the rivers of the Amazon shelter more species of fish than the entire Atlantic Ocean.

At or near the top of the list of angling targets are the spectacular Golden Dorado. Often found in crystal clear streams and rivers, it’s a fish built like a King Salmon on steroids with terrible orthodonture and a bad attitude. Tie the two species tail-to-tail, and a Dorado would first pull the scales off the Chinook, then turn around and eat it.

Each of the jungle destinations we represent will introduce you to more than just another fishing trip. Every spot is a world-class, action-packed fly fishing adventure, surrounded by exotic jungle, and bathed in tropical climate. Every fish-filled day at any one of these places is a real-life National Geographic event choreographed by Mother Nature at her most sensuous.

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Fly fishing the jungle is an experience surrounded by spectacular scenery, birds, and wildlife, highlighted by a sound track right out of a Tarzan movie!

Hotspots for Dorado pluma lodge, bolivia No argument. The absolute top-tier destination in the world of Dorado fishing with a fly.

sécure & agua negra lodges, bolivia These small, limited occupancy, sister lodges to the legendary Pluma are strategically located along several isolated, clear Amazon streams. Guests enjoy optional outcamps and angling for migrant Dorado that have seldom been seen.

píra lodge, argentina A luxury, Dec. to April, fishing resort in what is the essentially unexplored, uninhabited, aquariumlike waters of the remote Iberá Marsh.

dorado on the fly, argentina Freshwater Dorado range in size from 5 to 50 pounds. They are ruthless migratory predators with only three modes of behavior – kill, eat, and reproduce. You’ve got to hook one of these aerial acrobats in order to fully comprehend their power, strength, and ferocity.

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The Upper Parana, birthplace of the passion and enthusiasm that feeds the sport of Dorado fishing!

golden dorado cruiser, argentina The perfect way to spend the first or last few days of a visit to Patagonia is a continuation to the seldom-fished water of the fabulous, Dorado-infested straits of the Parana aboard the Gypsy.

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The Fly Shop’s Jungle Lineup The best of Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, & Africa rio marié, brazil

eco fishing lodge, brazil

Luxury liveaboard with exclusive access to over 300 miles of the number one trophy Peacock Bass river in the Amazon!

This fabulous floating lodge has every amenity, a location second-to-none in the Amazon, variety, and easy access to an impressive population of both Peacock Bass and trophy-sized Payara.

pirarucu, brazil Hookups with giant, powerful Arapaima are just routine in this jungle preserve.

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magnificent mataveni, colombia

The crystal clear Iriri is a fly-friendly freestone fishery full of exotic target species.

Home to 6 of the top historic, 10 IGFA world records and recently opened by the natives to the first angling in decades.

xingu river, brazil

africa’s tanzania tigerfish

Arguably the top spot in the Amazon for trophy Payara, the jungle’s vicious vampire fish.

The strike of a tigerfish is dramatic, and every epic, non-stop, finger-shredding fight is punctuated by unimaginable, gravitydefying displays of leaps.

Hands down, this is not only the best tigerfishing Africa has to offer, but our two streamside camps rate as among the worlds finest angling experiences!

afloat, colombia A first-class, mobile river camp with nonstop, dawn-to-dusk Peacock Bass action in a breathtaking, isolated, verdant jungle atmosphere.

agua boa, brazil Selected by Forbes magazine as “one of the top 10 fishing lodges in the world!”

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It’s not booze or drugs, it’s the Jungle.

I know it’s hard to understand, but I get high just thinking about hooking up with a trophy peacock, and feel weak in the knees at the thought of connecting with an arapaima the size of an alligator.

I’m Argentine, and it might surprise you to know that I come from a good family.

Catholic school. My friends are Patagonia trout fishermen.

Who would guess?

I’m well-educated and had a great job before all of this. An architect one minute and then the Amazon buries its fangs into my soul.

I wear a mask, and long-sleeves for both protection and to hide the damage left by too many hours in the sun. Gloves shield scars on my index and forefinger from line burns and I’ve got permanent calluses from countless hours of repetitive casting.

Me, I can’t sleep at night without dreaming of trying to tempt some finned predator from his subsurface hideout.

And when I do drift off, there are the recurring nightmares. The savage strike and then slow motion aerial unbuttoning of the fish-of-a-lifetime.

Complete with the all too familiar feel of a limp line, and maybe a pigtail.

You need a fix? I know just the guys.

They’re addicts, too.

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Taimen & Trout in Mongolia The steppes of Mongolia offer more than monster Taimen!

These float trips are beyond any other imaginable angling experiM O N G O L I A I S the least densely populated country in the world. ence, to an unbroken land reminiscent of the American West before It’s roughly the size of Alaska, 2.25 times the size of Texas, and most settlement. These trips will disconnect you from your normal life and of the country is a vast wilderness. The homeland of the fierce nomad are guaranteed to leave you and your comwarrior Genghis Khan, Mongolia is also panions with a lifetime of great memories. a cultural odyssey, a land forgotten by time. It’s a foreign country sparsely The days begin and end in spectacular, populated by nomads living off the semi-permanent camps. Accommodations land, tending their herds of cows, sheep, are spacious, traditional, carpeted yurts, goats, yaks, and camels, where only the with hot showers, plenty of good food, and sport fish are fierce and the people are an unforgettable Mongol support staff that unbelievably friendly and very promoves from camp to camp with the group.

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The fly-savvy river team combines wellThe Fly Shop’s Mongolian fishing educated, English-speaking Mongols with adventure targets the magnificent a nucleus of very talented, experienced, Taimen, a unique species of fish seldom international and native guides. found elsewhere and takes place in a Westerners usually arrive by way of part of the world most people have only Seoul, and plan a few days in Mongolia’s read about in books. fascinating, historic capitol, Ulaanbaatar, exploring the city, shopping, and decomNorthern Mongolia is a place of Taimen are the largest salmonid on Earth and consider pressing before the short flight (or scenic snowcapped mountains, vast golden anything smaller than themselves to be on their diet. drive) to the frontier steppes and the first forests of birch, aspen, larch and alder, of a series of unforgettable riverside camps. and meadows filled with wildflowers. It is home to some of the world’s largest remaining tracts of true wilderness and is rich with mongolia’s fishing season runs from mid-June through late October. Guests clear, free-flowing rivers that have carved their way through dramatic canyons and wind their way through majestic valleys. enjoy riverside ger camps, and a spectacular 6 or 7 full day fishing float trip. They’re And of course there are the taimen, the largest salmonid on Earth pampered by native staff who usher their anglers through some of the most – giant predators, that consider intriguing water and most beautiful wilderness terrain imaginable. anything smaller than s All inclusive packages $7,500 themselves to be on s All inclusive two-week packages $13,500 their diet.

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Fly Selection

THE FLY SHOP’S

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We’ve been outfitting fly fishermen since 1978, and for all of those 46 years we’ve been sending serious anglers to fresh and saltwater angling destinations throughout the sporting world, with their boxes filled with the best commercial flies ever made. Ours!

W E O P E N E D our doors nearly half a century ago, we Others were developed by our own staff or picked up during our travel. understood that we’d always be measured by the quality and diversity of The common denominator is that every single one of the patterns has proven our fly selection. effective. We know what works from California to Alaska to The next 3 0 pages of We made the decision to offer only the best quality and most Tierra del Fuego, from Montana to Mongolia, and from the innovative patterns available. We figured most anglers would Amazon’s jungle rivers to the saltwater flats of the Caribbean this catalog includes recognize well-tied flies (using the best hackle and the strongest and and Indian Ocean. a selection of the sharpest hooks) actually catch more fish, and they’d be unwilling to Whether you’re heading to the next county or another most effective flies in accept anything less than our standard of excellence. Forty-six hemisphere, we’re pretty sure you’ll find the correct, most years later you continue to prove us correct. effective, time-tested fly for the place you’re going in one of our our sport.

Some categories include patterns that were recommended by selections. We’re confident because we’ve been there. renowned guides and expert anglers in the field of fresh and saltwater fly fishing.

And if you want more help, or advice, just give us a call.

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Spring Creek & Stillwater Dry Fly Selection

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Iwan-E-Para Dun Size 22

$2.50

#184F Trico $2.50

#139FP PMD

Each of these flies has been battle-proven on the most demanding stillwaters and spring creeks from Patagonia to Pennsylvania!

SPRING

CREEK

T R O U T can be

intimidating. Slow water gives them all the time in the world to inspect your dry fly, and often that is just too much time. To combat this, fly tiers are in the never-ending search for patterns which override this obstacle, flies to convince a skeptical fish that the morsel is real and which trigger the feeding response. This was exactly my mindset when designing the new Stealth Link. The standard Missing Link has been fooling fish the world over for the past decade, and continues to do so remarkably to this day; yet over the past couple of years I have noticed trout in the flat water sections of my beloved Hat Creek have sometimes been giving it a last-second refusal. This both frustrated me and ignited the challenge to overcome whatever shortcomings were at play, and make design changes to solve them.

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So I did what I usually do when creating a pattern for a specific insect emergence, trundling down to the water during a hatch with a fine mesh net, Petri dish, and magnifying glass, sacrificing a bit of prime fishing time to collect bug samples and watch them up close and personal in the process of emergence. What I discovered was not really a surprise after all these years, but there were a few minor-yet-significant observed details on the emerging and freshly-emerged mayflies which found their way into the new version of the Link. Specifically, tail shucks (in addition to the body shuck – something West Coast spring creek guru Bob Quigley designed into his Film Critic series years ago), and beautifully vivid, glossy, segmented bodies. I hope you enjoy this new addition to our Spring Creek offerings.

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#710F Callibaetis Size 16 PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

Mercer’s Poxyback Hex Emerger Size 6

Hackle Stacker $2.50 #524F BWO Size 20, Rust Size 18, Female Trico Size 22, PMD Size 18

Mercer’s Foam Dun Profile Hex Size 6

$3.95

#556FH $4.95

#601F

Mercer’s Foam Dun Profile Green Drake Size 12 Lance’s Loop Hex Cripple Size 6

$3.95

#556FG

#784F 6.95

Gray’s Stillborn Size 6 Hex Emerger #208F

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Mercer’s Poxyback Emergers

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Be sure to contact our regional outfitter’s desk for current conditions: info@theflyshop.com

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Eldin’s CDC Emerger

$2.50

Quigley’s Film Critic

$2.00

#484F PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

Mercer’s Stealth Link $4.95 #869F BWO Size 20, PMD Size 18, Callibaetis Size 16, Green Drake Size 12, Hex Size 6

Light Cahill Size 14 - 18

#3F

$2.25

Norman’s Loopwing

#450F Callibaetis Size 16, PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

$2.95

Para Extended Body

$2.95

Riffle Robber Size 18

$2.95

#951F PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

Milla Time May’s $2.95 #928F BWO Size 18, PMD Size 16, Callibaetis Size 14, Green Drake Size 12

#25F Pale Olive, Primrose, Orange, Pink Lady

Morrish’s May Day’s

#607F Callibaetis Size 16, PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

$2.50

CDC Biot Spinner Size 22, 24

#121F

Harrop’s Last Chance Cripple

Mimic May’s

$2.50 #303F Green Drake Size 12

High & Dry Green Drake Size 12 #339F

$2.50

Sparkle Dun March Brown Size 14

$2.25

#991F

P.M.D. Challenged Size 16 - 20

Mercer’s Missing Link Size 12

$2.50

#501F Callibaetis Size 14, PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20

Blue Wing Olive Size 18, 20 #872F

Pale Morning Dun $2.00

$3.95

D&D Cripple $2.50 #36F March Brown Size 12, Mahogany Size 18

#158F Size 16, 18

Mercer’s Foam Parachute

$3.50 #558F Sulphur Size 14 - 18

Compardun $2.25 #231F Sulphur Size 16, 18, PMD Size 16, 18, Baetis Size 18, 20 s

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Vis-A-Dun

$2.25

Quigley’s Sparkle Stacker Size 18

$2.25

#58F

$2.25

#333F BWO Size 20, PMD Size 18, Trico Size 22

$2.00 #47F Limestone Size 16, 18, Green Drake Size 12

Low Water Baetis Size 20

Green Drake Size 12

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$2.00

#812F

Galloup’s Cripple

$4.95

#139F Green Drake

CDC Trico Spinner Size 20

#321F

Sexy Hexy Emerger Size 8

#1006F

$2.50 #745F Green Drake Size 12, Pink Albert Size 14, Callibaetis Size 16,PMD Size 18, Baetis Size 20,Trico Size 22

#537F Callibaetis Size 16, PMD Size 18, WO Size 20

$2.50

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Caddis, Stoneflies & Attractors Better Foam Caddis

$2.50 #877F Olive Size 16, Tan Size 14, October Size 10, Black Size 20

CDC & Elk Sizes 13, 15 #212F

$2.95

Fat Head Moth Size 12, 14

$2.95

Mercer’s Missing Link

$2.50

#460F

#139F Olive Size 20, Red Size 14 - 18, Nat Dark Size 14 - 18, Green Drake Size 12, Amber Size 12 - 18

$3.50 #563F Olive Size 16, Tan Size 14

Hi-Top Caddis

Edible Caddis Emerger Size 14 #409F Tan, Olive

X-Caddis Foam Size 14, 16

#123F Olive, Tan

$2.95

$2.00

Spotlight Caddis Emerger

$2.25 #787F Tan Size 14,Olive Size 16

#33F Tan Size 14, 16, Olive Size 14, 16, Black Size 20

Mercer’s Skating October Caddis Size 8

#794F

$5.95

Bloom’s Para Caddis Size 14, 16

$2.50

Adult October Caddis Size 8

$2.25

Elk Hair Caddis

$1.80

Foam October Caddis Size 8

$2.25

Foam October Elk Hair Caddis Size 8

$2.25

Sedgeback October Caddis

$2.95

Mother’s Day Caddis

$2.50

Cutter’s E/C Caddis

#781F

#31F Tan Size 10 - 16, Olive Size 10 - 16, Purple Size 12 - 16, Black Size 16, 18

Tangerine Caddis

Andy’s Cantara Caddis

$2.50

#914F Cinnamon Size 14, Olive Size 16

Goddard Caddis Sizes 8, 14

$2.25

Splittsville Caddis

#542F Sizes 6

#376F

$2.00

#410F

#654F

$2.50

$3.50 #385F Tan Size 14, Olive Size 16, Black Size 18

#645F

#57F Sizes 10

Caddis comprise half of all the aquatic biomass in our own Lower Sacramento River in California. #876F Size 16

Though the Lower Sac boasts healthy emergences of various mayflies and stoneflies, for sheer consistency and diversity of hatches, nothing outshines the river'scaddis populations. There may not be a day of the year when some flavor of caddis isn't emerging, and we've got patterns that work incredibly well here and in other rivers, as well!

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$2.50

Thing From Uranus

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#463F Tan

#807F Salmonfly Size 4, Golden Stone Size 8

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$2.95 #461F Golden Stone Size 8, Salmonfly Size 4

Rogue Foam Stones

McPhail Adult Stone

#316F Golden Stone Size 8

Morning Wood Special

Hopper Stone Size 8 #446F Tan,Yellow

The Pellet Fly Size 10

#472F

$2.50

$3.95

Rogue Foam Skwala Size 10

$2.95

#461FB Dark Olive

$2.00

Adams Size 12 - 20 #1F

Adams Irresistible Size 12 - 16 #45F

$2.95

Double Dutch Bug Size 10

#979F Gold, Tan, Peacock

Renegade Size 12

$2.50

#165F Salmonfly Size 6, Golden Stone Size 8

#44F

Royal Humpy Size 12 - 16

$3.95

Humpy

Purple Para Wulff Size 14 - 18

#848F

$2.95

Silvey’s Chubby Sallie Size 14

$2.50

Brooks Hedlite Sally Size 16

$2.50

Rubberleg Yellow Stimulator Size 10 - 14

$2.50

Rance’s Gypsy King Size 2, 8

$2.95

Chubby Stone’s

$2.50

#701F

$2.50

#367F

$2.25

#604F

$2.95

Holo Humpy Size 14

$2.95

#799F

Bareback Rider Size 8

$3.95

#237F Salmonfly Size 6, Golden Stone Size 8

#428F Red, Lime, Purple

#48F Fire Size 14, 16 Fl Green Size 14 - 18 Yellow Size 12 - 18

$2.50

$2.25

#899F Orange Size 6 - 10, Yellow Sizes 8 - 16, Olive Size 16

$2.50

Sexy Sally Size 14

#733F

Stimulators

$2.50

#32F Royal Red

$2.50

#220F

$2.25

#557F Size 12 - 18

$2.25

TFS Li’l Yellow Stone Dry Size 14, 16

#985F

Parachute Madame X (PMX) Size 8 $2.95

#139F Yellow Sally

Foam Body Parachute Adams

Royal Wulff Size 8 -18

Blackwing Stimmy Size 10 - 14

Mercer’s Missing Link Size 14, 16

#2F

#229F

$2.25

$3.95

Parachute Adams Size 12 - 26

Crowd Surfer Stone

#857F Salmonfly Size 4, Golden Stone Size 8, Skwala Size 10

#698F Purple

$3.25

#1007F Salmonfly Size 6 Golden Stone Size 8, Skwala Size 12

Mercer’s Flush Floater Foam Stone $3.50

Quigley’s Split Flag Adams Size 10

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Terrestrials These land-borne critters are often the key to mid-summer and fall trout fishing success

Terrestrials (arthropods) are the largest of the animal

Hot Legs Hopper Size 8

$5.95

Bopper Hopper Size 8

$3.95

#541F Tan,Yellow

phylum and include insects, spiders, ants, grasshoppers and crustaceans; just about everything crawling on the river bank. From a trout’s perspective, they’re a helpless, protein-rich entreé without a prayer of escape once they‘re blown into the water.

THERE’S

P R O B A B L Y no more popular terrestrial

Fly fishermen should always have a modest selection

than the grasshopper. It’s easy to see, easy to use, very

of terrestrial imitations on hand in a few sizes. The

effective, and should be in every fly rodder’s fly box. As

proper choice certainly depends on time of the season,

summers progress, the weather warms, grasslands dry,

the weather, how rough the stream or how smooth the

hoppers get larger and in their search for food and mois-

stillwater might be, how strong the wind is blowing and

ture move closer and closer to stream banks and the

how sophisticated or wary the trout are at the moment.

shorelines of lakes and ponds.

The rivers, spring creeks, lakes, and lagoons of Patagonia are loaded with terrestrial bug life during the short four month season, December through March. Long and warm summer days create ideal growing conditions for grasshoppers, beetles, cicadas, ants, and just about any other winged critter that crawls on land and eventually ends up on the water. Big high

#51F

Dave’s Foam Hopper Size 6 - 10

$2.95 Whitlock’s foam version remains at the top of the list of most fly fishermen’s choices for all ‘round, day-in-and-out production. An excellent trout or bass selection. #900F

floating foam-bodied flies with easy-to-see wings and rubber legs are fished close to the bank where unsuspecting hungry rainbow and brown trout lay in ambush. Wind is your friend in this type of fly fishing and when conditions are right, expect a high number of trout brought to hand. It’s Patagonia trout fishing at its best!

Call our travel staff for details on fishing these incredible hopper fisheries. travel@theflyshop.com

Morrish Hopper Size 8

$3.50

Head Turner Hopper Size 8

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#61F Gold, Tan

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#172F Tan Size 6, 10, 14 Yellow Size 6, 10, 14 Black Size 4, 6, 10, 14

$2.95

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Pit Boss Cicada Size 8

#119F Black

#716F Tan, Gold, Purple

$2.25

Mercer’s Missing Link Honey Ant Size 14

$2.50

#406F

$2.95

Carl’s Cicada Size 10

Mini Chubby Size 14

$4.95

#201F Black

$3.95 #105F Black, Bee, Cinnamon

Hegan Ant Size 14

Carpenter Ant Size 12

$3.50

Ant Misbehavin’ Size 14

$2.95

#675F

#132F

#452F

$3.95

#887F

Chernobyl Ant Size 8, 10

Purple

Regal Beetle Size 8

#505F Black, Tan

$3.95

#664F Black/Tan

Rainy’s Lady Bug Size 16

#522F

$2.95

Hi-Vis Beetle Size 12 -16 #651F

$2.50

Black Flying Ant Size 14

$2.25

#68F

#389F

$2.95

Ant RP Size 14

$2.25

$3.50

#191F

Mosquito Size 16 Barr’s Dropper Hopper Size 8

$2.95

#155F

Chubby Chernobyl Size 8, 10

$2.50 #154F Gold, Tan, Brown, Peacock,

Schlotter’s Ant Size 14, 16

$2.95

$4.95

Caleb’s Bee Size 12

#179F

$2.25

#204F

#502F Black, Cinnamon

Parachute Ant Size 14 Clark’s Cicada Size 10

Carl’s Foam Ant Size 12 - 16

$2.25

$2.25

Black Gnat Size 16

#177F

Squirmy Wormies Size 12 $2.00 #545F Blood, San Juan Red, Hot Pink, Fl. Orange, Tan

Old San Juan Worm Size 8, 14 $2.00

This model turned even the most ardent dry fly,Trinity River purist to the dark side. #115F Fire

Hopper Grande Size 8 - 16 Big Secret Cricket Size 10

#718F

$3.95

$4.95 This is the hottest hopper in the Rockies and works like a charm in Chile! #497F Tan

Streambank Hopper Size 8

$2.95

#730F

San Juan Vernille Worm Size 12

$1.80 #981F Red, Pink, Wine, Brown

DCF Cricket Size 10

#553F

$2.95

Charlie Boy Hopper Size 8 $2.95

#935F

Perdiworm Size 10

$3.50

Gold Bead San Juan Worm Size 12

$2.25

#313F Red, Pink

#753F

$3.50

Mimic Hopper Size 10 #534F Yellow

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A KEY TO CATCHING BIG TROUT

Caddis Nymphs If you are fishing a trout stream in America, the odds are very good there are caddis crawling or swimming around your boots, or flying above your head!

When you’re in a quandary C A D D I S A R E among the most diverse, widespread, and fascinating forms of trout chow. They are important to anglers in each of their life stages, vary in size from tiny to huge, and savvy anglers will have a complete selection in their fly box.

Dredge larva patterns deep beneath an indicator, swing pupa on a tight line, and dead-drift or twitch dry caddis to the explosive rises that give away fish feeding on skating adults.

If you’re on new water and don’t know what to fish, tie on a caddis!

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Mercer’s Beaded Z Wing Caddis Size 14, 16 $2.95

Mercer’s Z Wing Caddis Pupa

$2.95

TB Splatte Roller Size 16

$2.95

#91FO Olive Size 14 -18, Amber Size 12 -16

#99F GB Amber, CB Green

Matt’s Jiggable Caddis Size 14

#308F Brown, Olive

$2.95

#874F

TB G6 Caddis Pupa Size 14 $2.95 #338F Tan, Olive

Baltz CDC Caddis $3.50 #878F Olive Size 16, Tan Size 14

Barr’s Uncased Caddis Size 14, 16 $2.95 #729F Green

Formula 2 Caddis $2.95 #440F Tan Size 14, Olive Size 16 OCD Caddis Size 14

#228F Tan, Caddis Green

$2.95

Bubbleback Caddis Size 14 $2.95 #932F Olive, Amber

Fox Poopah Size 12, 14 #591F Cinnamon

Carwash Caddis Size 16

$2.25

Mercer’s Jiggy Caddis Size 16

#324F Amber, Olive

$2.95

$2.95

Dead-drifting caddis

Mercer’s Tungsten Swing Caddis

Andy’s Afro Caddis Size 14 $2.00 #130F Cinnamon, Olive, Cream

$2.95 #447F Brown Size 14, Olive Size 16

nymphs is a deadly technique, but when caddis pupa swim up

Fox Poopah Size 12, 14 #591F Olive

from the bottom to

$2.25

emerge, trout go crazy for them just beneath

Andy’s October Caddis Size 8

BH Fox Poopah Size 12, 14 #725F CB Cinnamon

$2.25

Silvey’s Beaded Pupa $2.25 #789F Tan Size 14, Olive Size 16, Black Size 16 #738F Tan, Olive

#148F Cream

the surface; swing a $2.25

La Fontaine Lower Sacramento Size 16 $2.25 #435F

pupa across and down, steelhead-style, for aggressive tightline grabs. Tip: When you feel the take, lift the rod gently, or risk a broken tippet!

BH Fox Poopah Size 12, 14 #725F GB Olive

$2.25

$2.25 #104F Olive, Black, Cinnamon

Micro Poopah Size 16

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Mercer’s Tungsten October Pupa Size 8, 10

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Nymphs

Walt’s Worm Size 14

$2.95

Birds Nest Size 12 - 16

$1.80

#973F

#86F

GB Flashback P.T. Size 12 - 20 $2.50 #436F

Mercer’s Tungsten Bead Pheasant Tail (PT) Prince Size 12 - 16 $2.75 #964F

Mercer’s RL TB Psycho Prince Size 12 - 16

#884F Orange, Purple

$2.95

Mercer’s Jigged Psycho Prince Size 12 - 16

#205F Orange, Purple

$3.50

Zack’s Jigged Birds Nest Size 14, 16

$3.95 #189F Natural, Tan, Black, Olive, Hot Spot

Pheasant Tail Size 12 - 20 $1.80

#122F

Andy’s BLT Size 14, 16

#137F Tan

$2.25

Skip Nymph Size 16 #731F

$2.25

Mahalo Nymph Size 12 #214F Black, Red, Wine

$2.95

CB Birds Nest Size 12 - 16 $2.25

#616F

Beaded Drifting Flashback $1.90 #727F Size 14 - 18

GB Possie Bugger Size 10 - 14

#156F

Eng Thing Size 14 - 18

$1.90

#925F

$2.25

CDC Flashback P.T. Size 14 - 18 $2.25

Norman’s Wiggletail Size 16 $2.95

#145F

#430F P.T., Peacock

Rainbow Warrior Size 16, 18 $2.25 #114F Pearl

Mercer’s Gold Bead Poxyback Hares Ear Size 8 - 16

#691F

Mercer’s Psycho Prince #76F Orange Purple Dirty Pink Blue

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Hares Ear Size 12 - 16

#81F

Andy’s Pollard Special Size 12, 14 $2.25

$2.95

#901F

Jiggy Blowtorch Size 12 #426F

$1.80

Mercer’s TB Swing Nymph Size 16 $2.95 #13F Peacock

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The magnificent Sacramento River, only minutes from our door, is our fly testing laboratory T H E F L Y S H O P ® S T A F F H A S a well-deserved reputation as sophisticated nymph fishermen.

Our team of guides helped pioneer many of the fly patterns and techniques now considered standard in both the steelhead and trout fishing community. And our catalog pages are often the first to introduce the “hot” new flies to the world of flyfishing.

There’s never been a better tied and assembled assortment of quality, productive nymphs than you’ll find on these pages. Our flies are very durable. Every one is tied to our own exacting standards, using only the finest hooks and best quality materials.

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Black A.P. Size 10 - 16

#82F

$2.25

GB Black AP (Andre Puyans) Size 10 - 16 $2.25 #464F

Soft Hackles

#206F March Brown Pheasant Tail Peacock Orange

$2.25 Size 12 Size 14 Size 14 Size 14

Jigged Frenchie Size 14, 16 $2.95 #269F Pheasant Tail

Hogan’s Red Headed Step Child Size 12 - 16

$2.25

GB Prince Nymph Size 8 - 18 $1.90

Two Bit Hooker

GB Zug Bug Size 12 - 16 $2.25

Prince Nymph Size 10 - 16 $1.80

Jigged 20 Incher Size 8

#801F

Zug Bug Size 12 - 16 #80F

$3.95

#579F

#105F

$1.90

$2.25

Blue Copper John Size 12 - 18

$2.25

#118F

Black Copper John Size 12 - 18

$2.25

GB Fastwater Prince Size 6 $2.25

Steelhead Copper John Size 10

$2.25

Guide’s Choice Hares Ear Size 12 - 18

Jigged Copper John Size 14, 16

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#90F

#183F Brown Olive Black Red

#75F Size 8

Dark Lord Size 12 - 16 #816F

$2.25

$2.95 #780F Chartreuse, Orange, Pink,Tan

Jigged Mop Fly Size 10

Tungsten Bead Jigged Prince Size 12, 14

Flashback Pheasant Tail (PT) Size 14 - 18

Tungsten Bead Jigged Pheasant Tail (PT) Size 14, 16 $2.95

#432F

$1.80

#473F

$2.95

#490F

#861F

HDA FAV Variant Size 12 $3.50 #146F

#811F

RK BH Big Bird Size 6 #987F Natural

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#89F

CDC Rubber Legs Possie Bugger Sizes 8 - 12 $2.25

#170F

#596F

Red Copper John Size 12 - 18

$2.95 Size 14, 16 Size 16, 18 Size 16 18 Size 14, 16

Fred Gordon’s Prince Nymph Size 14 - 18 $2.25 Whitlock’s GB Rubberlegged Red Fox Squirrel Nymph $2.50

Copper John Size 12 - 18 $2.25

#197F

$2.95

$2.95 With speckled rubberlegs #257F Black, Copper, Red, Blue

#387F Red, Copper

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Midges

Don’t let their size fool you – they’re small, but not insignificant, and lots of trophy-sized trout are hooked on these mini-flies!

THESE LITTLE GUYS

are found everywhere, and all the time. If a fish isn’t eating a stonefly, mayfly, terrestrial, or caddis, it’s probably feasting on tiny midges. The technical name for these small, double-winged insects is chironomids.

Because they are small, it’s not important to get technical matching a midge hatch.

Search your box for the fly closest to the size, silhouette, and color (in that order).

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Zack’s Jumper-Cable Midge Size 12 - 18

#739F Black, Red

Chromie Size 16, 18

#639F

$2.25

$1.90

TB Tube Midge Size 18 #28F Black, Red

$2.25

RK Frosty Flatulator Chironomid Size 12 - 18

#918F

Nugget’s Size 12 $2.25 #708F Black, Red Neck, Olive

$2.25

Zack’s Bomb Squad Size 14 - 16 $2.95

#767F Black/Red, Black/Silver, Red, Gray

Halo Midge Size 18

$2.25

Chan’s Chironomid Bomber Size 12

$2.25

#181F

#85F Blood Red

Mercury Black Beauty Size 20 #254F

$1.90

#803F Black, Red, Wine

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$2.25

Mercer’s Midgeling Size 18 $2.25

#594F

Harrop’s CDC Emerging Midge Size 20

$2.95

#743F

$2.95 #442F Red/Pink, Brown/Tan

Mercer’s Gidget Size 18 #331F Olive, Brown

Beaded Zebra Midges Size 16 - 20

Zack’s Lil’ Bit Midge Size 16 - 18 $2.95

$1.90 #833F Silver/Black, Silver/Red, Silver/Brown, Gold/Olive

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#715F

$1.90

#768F Black, Brown, Red, Olive

Rich’s Moo-Midge Size 8

$2.00

2 Timin’ Midge Size 18

#96F Black

Zack’s Cut Bait Midge Size 8 - 12 $2.25

Skittering Midge Size 20

#4F

RS2 Sparkle Wing Size 20 $2.00 #235F Black, Gray, Olive

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Midge Hanger Size 20

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#692F

$2.25

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Jiggy Yellow Sallie Stone Size 14, 16 $2.95 #836F

Yellow Sally Stone Size 14

#882F

$2.95

TB Pat’s Rubberlegs Size 8

#427F Brown, Black, Coffee,Tan/Brown

Graffam’s Golden Nugget

#361F Black Size 16, Gold Size 16

$2.50

Mercer’s Beaded Biot Poxy Golden Stone

$2.95

Sandy’s Jigged Stone Size 6

$3.50

#128F Copper bead Sizes 16, 18, Gold bead Sizes 8 - 14

$3.95 #371F Golden, Hammer

Russell Legs Size 6 #1000F

$3.95

Rolling Stone

$2.95

TB Stone Daddy’s

$3.95

#107F Black Size 6, Gold Size 8

#791F Amber Stone Size 8

Mercer’s Stubby Stone Size 8, 12 #819F

Andy’s Conant Special Size 10, 12

Andy’s August Stone Size 16 #136F Yellow

$2.25

#159F Black, Brown, Ginger

$2.50

Mercer’s GB Poxyback Dark Stone Size 8, 12

$2.95

#592F Dark

Two-Bit Stone Size 8 - 16 #378F Golden Stone BH Runt Stone Size 14

$2.25

Mercer’s Poxyback Dark Stone Size 6 #127F

#60F

Andy’s Biot Stone Size 16 #478F

$2.25

$2.75

Mercer’s TB Black Poxyback Stone Size 4

$4.25

Morrish Iron Sally Size 14, 16

$2.25

Anderson’s UV Sally Size 14, 16

$2.95

#965F

Mercer’s Tungsten Rag Hellgrammite Size 6

#199F Golden, Dark

Mercer’s CB Poxyback Little Yellow Stone Size 14, 16

$3.95

$1.90

Jigged Poxyback Stone Size 10 - 12 $3.95

Pat’s Rubberlegs (Jimmy Legs) $2.25 #825F Brown Size 4 - 8, Coffee/Black Size 6, Black Size 6, Orange/Brown Size 6, Yellow/Brown Size 6, Rust/Olive Size 6

#756F

$2.95

$1.90

Mega Prince Size 6

$4.95

BH Hellgrammite Size 6

#298F

$3.95

#635F

Hellgrammite Size 4

#617F

#392F

$5.95

#241F

OB Western Stone Size 8

#926F

Mercer’s TB Black Micro Stone Size 14, 16 #858F

$2.95

TB Golden Stone Size 8 - 12

$3.50

Jiggy Rubberlegs Size 8

$2.95

#445F

$2.95

#210F Coffee, Black, Brown

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$3.95

Little Sloan Stone

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Purple Bullet Size 16 #906F

$3.50

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Mercer’s Poxyback PMD Size 16, 18 $2.50 #129F

$3.50

Mercer’s GB Poxyback PMD Size 16, 18 $2.50 #702F

Mercer’s Poxyback Green Drake Size 12

$2.95

Mercer’s GB Poxyback Green Drake Size 12

$2.95

#135F

#695F

RK Flatulator

#929F PMD March Brown BWO Baetis

$2.50 Size 16 Size 12 Size 18 Size 18

Ted’s Edible Hexagenia Size 8 #653F

$2.25 #665F PMD Size 16, BWO Size 18

RP’s Point Fly

Shot Glass Baetis

#748F Brown Size 16, Olive Size 18

$2.25

$2.95 #332F PMD Size 18, BWO Size 20, Callibaetis Size 16

Mercer’s Trigger Nymph Mercer’s CB Micro Mayflies Size 16 - 18

#100F Olive, Black, Brown

$2.25

Mercer CB Poxyback BWO Size 18 $2.95 #761F

Thread Quill Size 14

#668F Copper, Silver

Mercer’s Jiggy Micro Mayflies Size 16, 18

#117F Olive, Black, P.T., Red

$2.95

#499F Olive, Brown

$2.95

Hot Intestinal Bug

$2.95

#253F Black Size 16

TB Wonder Nymphs To by N o l a n p h o t o

#230F

Burk’s Crystal HBI Size 16, 18 #528F

Lance’s Jigged X-May Size 16, 18 $2.95

$2.25

#913F BWO Size 18, PMD Size 16

Zack’s Jig Nations Size 16, 18

$3.50

Mercer’s Jigster’s

$2.95

#982F BWO, PMD, Brown

Mercer’s Glass Bead Micro May Size 22

#109F Brown, Olive, Black

$3.95

$2.25

$2.95

Mercer’s Rag Hex Size 6

$5.95

Micro Tag Jig Nymphs Size 18

$3.50

#555F

Doug’s Sweet Pea Size 16 $2.95

#258F Olive, Brown, Hot Spot, Black

#875F Orange Tag, Red Tag, Purple Tag

Doug’s Peaches n’ Cream

$2.95

Nosepicker Size 16, 18 #245F PMD

$3.95

Mercer’s Poxyback Isonychia Size 12

$2.95

Lance’s Hex Nymph Size 6 $3.95

Swink’s BTS GD Size 12

$4.95

$3.25

Lightnin’s Biot Baetis Size 16, 18

$2.25

Size 16, 18 #23F

S&M Nymph Size 16, 18

$3.95

Bear’s Hex Nymph Size 6 $3.50

#344F

#288F Baetis Size 18 PMD Size 16

Weiss BP Nymphs Size 18 $3.95 #326F Dark, Light

Violet Tail Jig Size 14 #741F

$3.50

Hunchback March Brown Size 14

#681F

#217F

Tech Junkie Size 16

#200F Olive, Black, Red

Peaches n’ Green Size 18 $2.95 #260F Olive

#134F

#623F

#809F

$2.25

Doug’s Strawberries n’ Cream Size 16, 18 #723F

$2.95

Nymphs & Stillwater Flies $3.50 #779F Olive Size 18, Orange Size 16

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$3.95

Zack’s Slow Water Emerger Size 12

$2.50

#53F Olive, Scud Pink, Tan

#423F Olive, Black, Gray, Orange/Peacock

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Expecting Scud Size 16 #923F Tan, Gray, Olive

Ultra Scuds Size 16 #373F Olive, Pink

$2.25

Burk’s Sierra Damsel Size 12

$2.95

#760F Olive

$2.95

Zack’s Damsel Leech #418F Rust Olive Burnt Orange Burnt Orange/Olive

TB Drowned Trico Spinner Size 20 #717F

$2.50 Size 14 Size 12, 14 Size 14 Size 12, 14

#131F

Sheep Creek Special Size 12 $2.95 #940F

#425F

$5.50

#937F

#355F

$2.95

$2.25

$4.50

Mercer’s Jiggy Green Drake Size 10 $3.95 Lance’s Balanced Hex Nymph Size 6

Zack’s Zallibaetis Size 14, 16

#750F Blue, Tan, Olive

#168F

Hover Dragon Size 6

$2.95

Deer Hair Adult Damsel Size 14

Burk’s Adult Damsel Size 10 $3.95

#943F

Mercer’s Poxyback Callibaetis Size 14 -16

$2.25

Jigged Green Drake Size 12 $2.95

No Name Damsel Size 12 $2.25

#879F

#886F

Zack’s Balanced Zack-Attack Damsel Size 12, 14 $3.50 Harrop’s Callibaetis Nymph Size 16 $2.50

#749F

Hunchback Green Drake Size 10 #652F

$2.50 #345F Olive, Olive/Burnt Orange, Black/Burgundy

#907F

Zack Attack Size 14

$3.95

Scott’s Damsel Bugger Size 12 #983F

$2.50

Alberto’s Snail Size 12

$3.95

King’s Snail Size 12

$3.50

Theo’s Boatman Size 14

$2.95

Micro Perdigon Size 18

$3.50

#482F

TB Drowned Rusty Spinner Size 18 #400F

$2.25

Coppertop Duracell Size 16 $2.95 #931F

Crack Back PMD Size 16, 18

#252F

$2.50

Hula Damsel Size 16 #856F Olive, Tan

Perdigon Size 16 #360F Black

$4.95

Picky Fish Damsel Size 12 $2.95 #939F Olive

#317F

$2.95

Zack’s Stillwater Swimming Leech Size 8

Lance’s Perdigons

#343F Baetis Size 16, PMD Size 16

$2.95

Jigged Fire Perdigon Size 16$2.25

#955F Fire

Perdi Bomb Size 16 #404F Black

$2.95

Fire Starter Jig Size 16 #634F PMD

$2.95

Jigged TNT

$2.95

Black Perdigon Size 16

$2.95

#924F BWO Size 18 PMD Size 16

#736F Black

$2.95 #368F Black, Brown/Olive, Brown, Olive, Burnt Orange, Burgundy, Brown/Olive Mix Tail, Burnt Orange/Olive Mix Tail, Black/Burgundy Mix Tail

Jigged PMD Size 16 #407FP

$2.95

Mercer’s Jiggy PMD Size 16 $2.95

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Zack’s Balanced Stillwater Swimming Leech Size 10 $3.50

#441F Black, Brown/Olive, Olive

#519F Black, Olive, Quill

Jigged Baetis Size 16

$2.95

Alt Rocker Size 16 #479F PMD

$2.95

Hot Spot Jig Size 16, 18

$2.95

Holo Point Size 16 #852F Red

$2.95

#407FB

#354F Olive

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Freshwater

Streamers & Leeches Big trout love big meals, and streamers and leeches offer them just that. Whether it’s a sculpin pulled off the bank in Montana, a flesh streamer swung behind spawning salmon in Alaska, or a small leech twitched in a weedy stillwater, these flies get the job done.

A r i a n S t ev e n s p h o t o

$4.95 #947F Olive/White, Black/White

Dali Lama Size 2, 6

Pine Squirrel Leech Size 12 $2.95 #980F Black, Olive, Brown

Bubble Gumpy Size 6

#319F Gray

$2.95

Art. Silver Minnow Size 6 $2.95

#93F Silver

$3.95 #411F Black/White, Olive/White, Flesh/Cream

Dali Lama w/Egg Size 2

Freshwater Clousers Size 6 $2.95 #163F Black, Olive/White, Chartreuse/Yellow, Red Fox

Jiggy Fry Size 10 #587F

$2.95

$2.95 #422F Black,Yellow, Natural, White

Zonkers Size 4

CH Silver Minnow Size 6 $3.50

$2.95 #732F Olive, Black, Brown/Yellow

Aggravator Prince Size 6, 12 $2.95 #83F Prince

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#623F Natural

$3.50

The Mob Size 2 $6.95 #221F Black, Olive, Rainbow, Platte, White

Swimming Baitfish Size 4

$7.95

JR’s Baitfish

$4.25

#293FS Shad

#142F Shad Size 2, Rainbow Size 2/0

#724F Silver

Beldar Rubberlegs Size 4

2nd Hand Muddler Size 2 $4.95 #975F Brown & Yellow, Olive, Olive & Yellow

$8.95

Sparkle Minnow Size 4

$2.95

Float-n-Flies

Muddler Minnow Size 4, 10 $2.95

Articulated Smolt Size 6

$5.95

TFS King Smolt Size 2

Swimming Jimmy Size 4

#627F

#174F

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#673F Olive/White

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#226F

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Lanier’s Streamer Size 4

$6.95 #885F Brown, Natural, Olive

#863F

Milla Time Sculpin Size 6 $4.95

JR’s Simi Seal Leeches Size 8

WMD Sculpin Size 4

#465F Olive

Galloup’s Dungeon Size 2 $7.95 #796F Black, Olive, Natural

#897F Blood, Canadian, Blood/Purple, Black/Blue

$2.95

Crystal Buggers Size 6, 12 $2.50 #176F Black, Olive, Brown

Zack’s Pyramid Minnow Size 6 $2.50

Beaded Micro Buggers Size 12

Balanced “Moo” Minnow Size 8 $3.95

#69F Tui Chub, White

$2.50

$2.50 #804F Chartreuse, Black, Gray, Olive, White, Brown, Midnight

#583F

GB Chilean Rubber Bugger Size 4

Doug’s Popcorn Beetle Size 8

Translucent Wiggle Tail Size 10

$3.25 #143F Olive, Burnt Orange, Rust

LAVA CREEK LODGE

One of the best king and silver salmon lodges in the world, we only recently discovered there are also big rainbows at Lava Creek Lodge! And these healthy trout love nothing more than a fast-stripped smolt pattern, slow-swung articulated flesh streamer, or a big, juicy egg-sucking leech.

And don’t forget to throw in a handful of Mr Hankey mice to pull them to the surface! (see page 82) Give our travel staff a call for more info about this bucket-list destination. travel@theflyshop.com

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Morrish’s Medusa Size 2 trailer

$7.95

Whitlock’s Matuka Sculpin Size 6

$8.95

#49F Fleshy

#39F

GTC Autumn Splendor Size 4 #871F

#754F

#364F Black, Olive

#837F Black, Olive

#678F Olive

$4.95 #21F Natural, Black, White, Sunrise

#403F Olive, Tan

$4.95 #893F Black, Natural, Olive, Rust

#740F

#50F Olive, Black, Tan

$2.50 #589F Chartreuse, Silver, Black Olive, Brown, Midnight

Zack’s Pyramid Beach Leeches Size 8

$3.95 #102F Black, Peacock, Brown

$5.95

$1.95

#301F

Wooly Bugger Size 8, 10

$2.25

Sexton’s Boobie Fly Size 8

$3.95

Fish Skullpin Bunny Size 4 $3.95 #978F Olive, Brown, Grizzly, Sand

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Egg Sucking Crystal Bugger Size 4 #202F Purple, Black

Sheila Sculpin Size 4

Silvey’s Sculpin Size 4

Beadhead Crystal Bugger Size 8

$3.95

Sculpzilla Size 4

Slumpbuster Size 4

$2.50

$2.50

Cone Head Woolhead Sculpin Size 4

Galloup’s Zoo Cougar Size 4 $4.95

#788F Chart/White

$2.95

Beadhead Mini Leech Size 8 $2.50

CH Kiwi Muddler Size 4

$2.95

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#223F Chart/White

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The right flies for Tierra del Fuego

Steelhead Flies

B U I L T O U R R E P U T A T I O N pointing our clientele, friends, and fly rods at steelhead on the Klamath, Trinity, Eel, Mad, Smith, and the other famous rivers in the Pacific Northwest.

There are few spots in the Western Hemisphere, from the wild steelhead rivers of Kamchatka to the seldom fished water in Southern Argentina where we haven’t chased these fish and figured out the flies.

Travis’s Half Man Intruder Size 1/0

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$2.95 #281F Black/Brown, Tan/Brown, Brown, Black

TJ Hooker Size 6

$10.95 #910F Blue/Chartruese, Pink/Blue

EMB Rubberlegs Size 10

$2.25

EMB GBRL Prince Size 6

$2.95

#520F Black, Purple

Green Machine Size 4

$2.95

Brett’s Klamath Skater Size 7

#835F

#386F

#820F

Brett’s Obie Skater Size 1 $3.95

Beaded Assassins Size 6 $3.95

Sandy’s Hot Butt Burlap Size 6

$3.50

Hartwick’s Skinny Spratley Size 5

$2.50

Brett’s Klamath Intruder Size 6 Stinger

$3.95

Scorpion Stinger Size 6 trailer

$2.95

#642F

Kilowatt Size 1/0

$4.95

Hoh-Bo Spey Size 6

$4.95

Hartwick’s Hilton Size 6 $3.95 #1002F Brown, Purple

CH Herniator Size 8

$3.50

Hartwick’s Silent Assassin Size 7

$2.95

#670F Standard, Jigged

#393F

#366F Black/Blue, Orange, Pink/Purple, Rust/Olive, Black/Purple

#513F Peacock, Blue

$3.95 #572F Black, Brown, October, Purple #742F

#868F Black/Green Butt

#225F Gold/Olive, Copper/Brown

October Hilton Size 5

$3.95

$4.95 #384F Fl. Green Butt, Fl. Red Butt

TDF Tube Bomber .75˝

Ska-Opper $4.95 #274F Natural, Black Size 4 Purple, Pink Size 2

TDF Taxi Size 1 #800F

$3.95

#459F

Titanic Size 6 #549F Tan

GB Red Butt Bomber Size 6 #116F

Yuk Bug Size 4

$2.95

GB Fastwater Prince Size 6

$2.50

Brindle Bug Size 8

#490F

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$3.95

Brett’s Klamath Caddis Size 6

#973F

Green Butt Skunk Size 3, 5

$3.50

Green Butt Silver Hilton Size 6

$2.50

Steelhead Soft Hackle Size 6

$3.95

#216F

$3.95

$2.95

Hoody’s Hangers Size 4 #853F Black & Blue, Orange, White

#362F

#10F

#236F

$4.95

$3.95

STH Mini Muddler Size 4 $3.95

Burnt Chicken Size 2 #14F Black, Pink, Purple

#390F

Mossback Size 8 #694F

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#1003F Cream, Purple

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The Fly Shop’s Steelhead Tube Fly Selection and their advantages: Jerry’s Baby Mouse

#462F Size 4

$5.95

#656F Gray, Tan, Brown

$4.95

$4.95 #944F Black/Blue, Chartreuse/Blue, Pink/Orange, Purple

$3.95

Barred Ostrich Intruders Size 2

Size 2/0 Trailer hook #770F Orange, Pink, Black/Blue, Chartreuse, Purple

Trout Spey Buggers Size 4 $5.95 #921F Rust, Olive, Black

Mud Bunny Size 4

Bjorn’s Super Prawns

$6.95

Senyo’s OCD Size 2 #569F Black, Pink, Blue

Jumbo Critter Size 1

$5.95 #488F Chart./Black, Purple/Black, Pink/Purple, Black/Blue

Trailer Trash Size 2 trailer $4.95

Hickman’s Fish Taco Size 2 $4.95

#424F Green/Blue, Pink/White, Red/Blue/Purple

#222F Red, Black, Purple

Jim Teeny Flies Size 4 $2.25 #547F Egg Sucking Black, Antique Gold, Insect Green

#341F

Dean River Tiger Size 1/0 $3.95

Sili Leg Intruder Size 2 $4.95 #986F Pink/Black, Pink/Blue, Purple/Black, Pink/Orange, Blue/Chartreuse

Comet Size 2, 8 $2.95 #496F Orange, Chartreuse

Skagit Minnow Size 2 $5.95 #271F Black, Purple, Popsicle

Dirk Wiggler Size 1 $4.95 #721F Red/Black, Chartreuse

▲ Low mortality: If a fish swallows the hook, cut the leader: the hook will dissolve without causing more harm. Just replace the hook and continue fishing. ▲ Options: The pattern size and style of a tube fly aren’t dependent on hook style or size. ▲ Land more fish: When fighting the fish, less hook leverage with shorter shank hooks result in a higher percentage of fish landed.

flies last longer. During the fight, the tube fly slides up the leader and away from sharp teeth. ▲ R e - u s e a b l e : If the hook breaks or dulls, simply replace the damaged hook and continue fishing the same tube fly. ▲ Easy adjustments: Add brass, aluminum or tungsten tube bodies, or use cones or beads for more weight and to adjust the sink rates of tube flies.

Stu’s Prawn Truder

$4.95

Stu’s Metal Tubes $4.95 #676F Fushchia, Purple, Black, Black/Blue

Stu’s Griz Turbo Tube

$3.95

Hartwick Hoser

#244F Blue, Pink, Purple, White/Orange

#37F Orange/Pink Tube

Steelhead Boss Size 2, 6

$2.95

General Practitioner Size 2 $3.95

#948F

Mini Intruder’s Size 4 $5.95 #862F Black/Blue, Blue/Purple, Metal Detector, Pink, Olive/Black

Signature Intruder Size 2 Trailer

$4.95 #636F Purple, Black/Green Butt, Red/Black

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Stu’s Stinger Prawn Size 2 $5.95 #508F Prawn Pink, Prawn Orange

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$5.95 #919F Black/Blue Tube, Pink/Purple Tube, Pink Tube

$3.95 #458F Fuschia/Pink Tube, Black/Blue Tube, Pink/Purple Tube

Stu’s Jungle Tail Turbo Tube $3.95 Hartwick Flashtail

#40F Black/Blue Tube

#310F Black

▲ Durability: Tube

Sun Ray Shadow

$6.95

Stu’s Tiger Tail Turbo Tube $3.95 River Rat Tube

$3.95

Stu’s Griz Turbo Tube

#37F Blue/Black Tube

#573F Hot Pink Tube

$3.95

#960F Tube

#379F Hot Pink Tube

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The Fly Shop’s Top Mouse Patterns

The Fly Shop’s Alaska Leech Selection

These are the best nine choices in the world of fly fishing for those anglers who want to try fishing a mouse in Alaska, Mongolia, Canada, or anywhere else there’s a healthy population of field mice or lemmings near trout water.

Wherever you fish in freshwater, you’ll find leeches. They’re a first choice for trout, steelhead, salmon, bass, and sea trout.

Often they’re the only choice!

Fill your box with a variety of different sizes and colors.

$5.95 #494F This is our favorite. The Hankey in either size is the most productive and fish-friendly (least lethal) imitation of a mouse ever tied. The up-eye trailer hook usually stings trout in the upper lip, misses gills, and insures a harmless release.

Living Leech Size 2 $3.95 #213F Black/Chartreuse, Tan/White

Egg Sucking Bunny Leech Size 2

Egg Sucking Jig Wiggler Leech Size 4

String Leech Size 2

Mr. Hankey Size 4

$8.95 #584F The accurate, large profile tosses a huge wake. It’s an irresistible rough water imitation, though difficult to cast with light (6 weight) fly Rods.

Mighty Mouse Size 4

Morrish Mouse 2.0 Size 2 $4.95

#106F

Mini Hankey Size 6 #494F

RL Stinger Mouse Size 4

#234F

Mouse Rat Size 6

#162F

$5.95

$8.95 #192F A great, but very lethal trout pattern that is best suited for largemouth bass.

Mercer’s Lemming Size 2

#251F Purple, Black

$2.95

#203F Purple, Black

$1.95

$4.95 #240F Pink/Purple, Black/Red, Black/Blue

$5.95

$3.95

Articulated Hood Rat Size 4 $4.95 #950F Unlike most mouse patterns, the Hood Rat casts easily, skates all day long, and is highly durable. Designed by long-time alaskan guide, this mouse is one of our top two choices!

Mercer’s Poxyegg Leech Size 4 #586F

Mini Mouse Size 10

#125F

$5.95

Articulated Marabou Leech Size 2 #215F

$2.50

$4.95

Fishing a mouse fly for trophy trout...

Hareball Leeches Size 1/0 $4.95

T H E T E C H N I Q U E is simple and seldom varies. Quarter the fly downstream, beginning as close to the bank as possi-

ble and pay close attention to any structure. Keep the tip low, the line taut, and add a bit of motion occasionally with the rod tip. As the fly swings in the current, it’ll give off enough of a wake to bring fish from the first down marker.

These rodents are a staple on the trouts’ diet in Alaska.

Large trout will chase them and attack again and again, attempting to pull the “mouse” below the surface and drown it before devouring the varmint.

Exciting is an understatement. Anglers should be required to have an EKG before being allowed to use a mouse in Alaska, where it isn’t unusual to hook dozens of large rainbows every day on the surface using mice imitations.

These fast sinking streamers pull triple-duty as king salmon, steelhead and silver salmon patterns. They are superb flies on bright days for kings and silvers and very effective in the early morning hours for steelhead. #777F Purple, Black, Orange/Pink, Orange/Chartreuse, Bubblegum Pink

If you love catching oversized leopard ‘bows on a mouse and are looking for a place in Alaska to spend a week doing it, give us a call! We know where the best mousing in the 49th state can be found.

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Alaska Flies

In salmon country, the flesh of decomposing fish is at the top of the trout menu. It’s loaded with protein, easy to digest, and the rivers of the Pacific Northwest, and Alaska are full of carcasses in the fall. Dead-drifting or stripping these carcass patterns is a devastating method for catching late summer and fall trophy trout and char.

Drifting Carcass Size 4 #186F

$2.95

$3.95

Articulated Flesh Size 6 #917F Cream, White

Fleshwound Size 6

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Egg Imitations

Glo Bugs were a local Redding creation more than 50 years ago and have spawned several generations of imitations, knock-offs, and variations. Whatever your feeling about these eggs and omelets, they’re high on the list of trout food in the Pacific Northwest.

Salmon drop their eggs, and their specific gravity carries them to the bottom. Fertilized eggs begin to decompose, form nitrogen, become more buoyant, begin to float along the bottom and create an amazing chow line.

$1.95

Single Eggs Size 8 $1.50 #196F Top to bottom left to right: Salmon Egg, Shrimp Pink, STH, Orange, Peachy King, Champagne Mercer’s Mini Carcass Size 8 $1.95 S.O. Moal Rhoid Size 6 #187F

$2.95

#629F

Mercer’s Skin ‘n Bones Size 6

#911F

#300F

$1.95

$3.95

Meat Lover’s Special Size 2 #320F

Denver Omlette Size 12 $3.95 #8140F Pink/Red, Hot Pink, Light Roe

#860F Dead Drift Pinky

#195F

$3.95

$8.95

GB Gorman Eggs Size 6 #854F Pink, Orange

Ska-Opper Size 4 #274FK Pink

Samurai Spawn Size 8

$2.95

Mercer’s Sac Fry Size 12

$2.95

#88F Orange/Peach

#194F Silver/Red, Cranberry

What Silvers lack in size when compared to King Salmon, they make up for in numbers and aggressive behavior. They’ll attack a fly all day long and are often caught in numbers large enough to exhaust even the most intrepid angler.

Like most anadromous fish they’re negaphototropic. They don’t like the bright daylight and become more and more shy as the sun rises. In the early morning hours Silver Salmon are at their most aggressive and often strike a skated surface fly.

Skating fluorescent or large pink floating flies (“pollywogs”) across the surface is an exciting wrinkle to the Alaska Silver Salmon fly fishing experience.

#660F Pink

Surreal Egg Size 12 $1.50 #188F Steelhead Orange, Bright Orange, Peachy King, Salmon Egg, Shrimp Pink, Pink Lady

$1.95 #296F Orange, Oregon Cheese

Karluk Flash Fly Size 2 $2.95

Silver Salmon Wogs

Foam Top Wog Size 2/0

$1.80

Jiggy Eggs Size 12

Micro Spawn Size 12 $2.00 #110F Shrimp Pink, Oregon Cheese, Salmon Egg, STH Orange, Peachy King Mercer’s King Caviar Size 1/0 $2.95 TFS Worm Size 2

#365F

$3.25

Boles Bazookas Size 8 $1.95 #870F STH Orange, Shrimp Pink, Peachy King, Sockeye Battle Creek Bunny Size 4

Clown Egg Size 6 - 10

$1.95

Fox’s Fertilizer Size 1, 8, 12 $2.25 #618F Orange

#679F

Mega Spawn Size 2 $2.95 #865F Shrimp Pink, Cerise, Steelhead Orange

$4.95

We’ve got a grasp on one of the top swing fisheries found in Alaska, Lava Creek Lodge, for king and silver salmon. And they love pink flies!

Give us a call today for details on this Alaska destination.

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Permit &Bonefish Money Crab Size 6 #261F Olive, Tan

$3.95

Contraband Crab Size 4

#533F Olive, Tan

$6.95

Fleeing Crab Size 2, 6

#566F

$11.95

Casa Blanca Raghead Crab Size 2 #211F Tan, White

$9.95

Bonefish Bitters Size 8 #564F Amber, Olive

$3.95

Christmas Charlie Size 2, 8 $3.95 #264F Orange, Pink

Raghead Crab Size 2, 6 #275F Olive, Tan

$4.95

Bauer’s Flats Crab Size 4, 6 $5.95

#272F Tan, Olive

Patos Crab Size 2

#358F Tan, White

Cathy’s Fleeing Crab Size 4, 6 #483F Tan

$4.95

$5.95

Alphonse Crab Size 2 #314F Tan

Grand Slam Crab Size 6

#650F Tan

$5.95

$3.95

Bully Special

#953F Lead Eye Size 4, Bead Chain Eye Size 6

Squimp Size 2, 6 #517F Tan

$3.95

Crazy Charlie Size 6 #262FT Tan

$3.95

$3.25

#262FC Chartreuse

#262FP Pink

White Sand Fleeing Crab Size 2 #405F

$11.95

Flexo Crab Size 4 #97F Olive, Sand

$6.95

Diving Crab Size 2 #278F

$7.95

$5.95 #810F Tan Size 2, White Size 6

Supreme Hair Shrimp

#262FB Crystal Brown

#262FW Pearl

Puglisi Crab Size 4 #647F Olive

Blue Crab Size 6 #565F

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$11.95

Strong Arm Merkin Size 2 $9.95 #705F Tan, White, Olive

Improved Merkin Size 2

#279F Lead Eyes

$6.95

Spawning Mantis Size 2 - 6 $3.95 #993F Tan/Orange

Mantis Shrimp Size 2

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Beck’s Bead Chain Sili-Legs Size 6

Tennaki Special

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#180F Chartreuse, Tan i n f o @ t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

$3.95

Skinny Mini Size 10

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Skampi Size 6

$3.95

#198F Olive/Tan

$4.95

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Flies Mini Corona Size 6 #335F Tan, Olive

Miheves Flats Fly Size 6

#124F Tan

$7.95

$4.95

$3.95

Kwan Size 4 #500F

Bonefish Junk Size 2 - 6

#238F

McVay Gotcha $3.95 #266F Size 2 - 8, Root Beer Size 4, 6 #267F Lead Eye Gotcha Size 4

$6.95

Deep Water Bunny Gotcha Size 4 - 6

#224F

Mini Puff Size 4, 6 #287F Pink,Tan

$2.95

$3.95

$2.95

Rasta Puff Size 6

#486F

Shane’s Bone Kohlector Size 6

Blind Mini Puff Size 6 #525F Tan, Pink

$3.95 #356F Blind Tan, Bead Chain Tan, Bead Chain Olive

$2.95

Supreme Hair Rattle Shrimp Size 1 $8.95

The Two Top Permit Flies in

Mexico

I S L E Y ’ S Raghead Crab (pictured far left) sparked a revolution in ‘91 for permit fishermen in Mexico’s Ascension Bay. Suddenly anglers had a tool in their box these uncooperative fish would eat.

Caribbean permit began to be caught routinely, and more and more fly rodders added these wary critters to their daily list of targets on the flats.

Productivity spiralled even higher as native guides in Mexico and Belize refined their techniques and made subtle changes to the color, weight, and materials used to tie the short list of effective permit fly patterns.

The ESB series of flies (products of a team of sophisticated saltwater anglers, talented Mayan guides, and Dane Emerson – the owner of Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge) were the real game changers.

These two permit patterns have accounted for a good portion of just over 2,000 permit landed at Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge in 5 years!

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#704F

Crafty Shrimp Size 2 #190F

Shallow Water Clousers Size 6

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#285F Chartreuse, Tan, Gray

$2.25

Enrico’s Lead Eye Spawning Shrimp Size 4

$8.95 #883F Tan, Olive, Transparent, Root Beer

Beck’s Lead Eye Sili-Legs

#823F Chartreuse Size 6, Tan Size 4

ESB Yellow Eye Raghead Crab Size 2 $8.95 #961F Tan, White

Avalon Permit Size 2 $6.95 #417F Heavy Eye, Light Eye

$4.95

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Enrico’s Bead Chain Spawning Shrimp Size 4

Coyote Spawning Shrimp Size 1/0 $8.95

#209F Tan

$8.95

#758F Bead Chain, Lead Eye

Bone Jovi Size 2

#295F

$5.95

Peterson’s Spawning Shrimp Size 2

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Reefer Mantis Size 4

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Popovic’s Ultra Shrimp Size 2 #286F

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Tarpon&FlatsFlies

T H O S E O F U S W H O C R A V E the thrill of saltwater and hunger for its brand of excitement

are constantly searching for better flies to improve that quest, and the rules haven’t been completely written for the salty side of the sport.

Exciting new materials, better hooks, constantly improving profiles, and tying techniques are continually changing the face of saltwater fly design. Whatever you need in the saltwater world, we’ve got it, and it’s probably listed on one of these catalog pages.

If you need help, call us! We know our stuff.

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Cockroach Size 1/0, 4/0

$6.95

Red and White Size 3/0

$5.95

#292F

#307F

$6.95 #896F Yellow, Chartreuse, Red/Black, Peach, Chart./Orange

Tarpon Toad Size 1/0

$12.95

Black Death Size 3/0

$5.95

$5.95

Black Death Rabbit Size 5/0

$8.95

$8.95

Tarpon Fur Worm Size 4/0

$6.95

Tarpon Rabbit Toad Size 1/0 #576F Chartreuse, Tan, Purple/Black

#625F

#150F

#306F

#498F

Laid Up Tarpon Size 2/0

$7.95

Megalopsicle Size 1/0 $7.95 #998F Chartreuse/Yellow, Dirty Olive, Purple/Black, Tan/Orange

Borski’s Fur Shrimp Size 4

$3.95

Peyote Palolo Size 1/0

$3.95

Bigeye Tarpon Size 1/0 #734F Orange/Griz, Sand Devil, Yellow

$8.95

Tarpon Bunny Size 3/0 #805F Rusty Orange,Yellow

$7.95

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Tandem Cuda Fly Size 2/0

$10.95

EZ Mackeral Size 4/0

$4.95

#20F

#495F

Flathead Shad Size 3/0 #43F

$9.95

#101F

#630F

$6.95

$6.95 #375F Chart/White, Blue/White, Shad

$7.95

#560FW Red/White

$7.95

Captain Ray’s Silversides 0 Size 1/

$7.95

Sand Flea Size 2

$3.95

#560FO Olive/Black

$7.95

#340F

Bush Whacker Size 2/0

Fishalicious Size 1/0 #560FC Chartreuse/Black

$10.95

Flashfire Mushy Size 2/0

Midnight Mullet Size 1/0

Masked Minnow Size 1, 4 $3.95 #1001F White/Green, White/Pearl

#600F

Midnight Minnow Size 6

$4.95

Milky Magic Size 6

$3.95

Gummy Minnow #175F Size 2

$9.95

Shinnecock Silversides Minnow Size 4

$5.95

Tarpon Snake Size 4/0 (6˝ long)

$14.95

Los Roques Minnow Size 2

$5.95

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#243F

#329F Chartreuse

#880F

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Reducer Size 1/0

$11.95

Mushmouth Size 2/0 #859F Sand/White,Yellow/White, Blue/White

$7.95

Flashtail Clouser Size 2 (4˝ long)

$3.95

Hot Flash Minnow Size 1/0

$3.95

Whitlock’s Swimming Baitfish Size 1/0 (4.5˝ long)

$7.95

Clouser Half & Half Size1/0 (4˝ long) #540F Chartreuse, Gray, Baitfish

$5.95

GT Brush Fly Size 6/0

$8.95

#327F

Flashtail Minnow Clouser Size 1/0 $5.95 #892F Chartreuse & White, Black & Purple, Olive & White

#318F Olive/Pink

$6.95

Lefty’s Deceiver Size 3/0 (5.5˝ long) #294F Chartreuse, Blue, Gray

#293F Shad,Yellow

#297F Mackerel

Peacock Bass Specialty Flies

T H E F LY S H O P ’ S jungle junkies have travelled to

most of the top spots in the Amazon and learned a lot about the best flies, tackle, techniques and the best places to hunt for them.

A tip – Body material for most of these flies is fashioned from thin synthetic fibers and you need to carry a comb to touch up the flies in the field.

A little attention to the coiffure will do wonders.

Lots of flies work, but these are our favorites.

Girl Next Door Size 6/0

#827F Black/Purple, Firetiger, Rainbow

#429F Tan, Black

$16.95 Bad Attitude Baitfish Size 6/0 #544F Tan, Orange/Yellow, Black/Red, Blue/White, Italian - Chartreuse/Red/White

$12.95

Cruisers are deadly Peacock Bass patterns and rate among Swinger’s Convention Size 4/0

#248F Firetiger, Red/White, Black/Purple

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Cruiser Sardina Size 2/0 (5˝ long) #990F

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Everglades Special Size 2/0

$9.95

Poppin’ Featherhead (6.5˝ long)

$26.95

Sea Habit Bucktail Size 2/0 (3.5˝ long) #337F Anchovy, Sardine

$7.95

Rainy’s Trailer Hook (7˝ long) #8786 Stainless tandem 6/0 hooks

$10.95

#764F

#347F Pink, Chartreuse, Blue/Pearl

In-Shore Popper Size 3/0 (4˝ long)

$6.95

Big Boy Trevally Popper Size 2/0 (6˝ long)

$8.95

Pearly Poppers Size 2/0 (4.5˝ long)

$4.95

#757F Chartreuse, Orange/Yellow, White

#527F

$9.95 #374F Chartreuse & White, Black & Purple, Gray & White

Puglisi Peanut Butter Size 2/0

$5.95

Realistic Menhaden Size 8/0 (8˝ long) #431F

#353F Blue/White, Green/Yellow

Mangrove Baitfish Size 2/0 #305F Ghost, Shiner

$7.95 $5.95

Realistic Blueback Herring Size 6/0 (8˝ long) #454F

$5.95 #22F Chartreuse & White, Tan & White, Gray & White, Olive & White

Crease Flies Size 1/0 $7.95 #626F Blue/Silver, Black/Silver, Firetiger, Olive/Silver, Silver

Chilly Goat Size 2/0

SW Gurgler Size 3/0 (4˝ long)

$4.95

N.Y.A.P. Size 6/0 #350F White, Black

$9.95

#437F Red/White, Black, Green/White

$13.95

Major Herring Size 3/0 (6˝ long)

Rattle Baitfish Size 3/0 #580F Pinfish

Major Bunker Size 4/0 #348F

$11.95

$13.95

#348F

Flashtail Whistlers Size 3/0 (5.5˝ long)

#309F Red/White, Olive/White,Yellow/Red, Orange/Yellow

$5.95

Rainy’s Ocean Candy 6/0 Tandem Hook (10˝ long)

#672F White, Pink

Salty Mullet Size 2/0 #922F Tan, Grey

$6.95

$4.95

Salty Minnow Size 2

#909F Gray & White, Olive & White

Dorado Specialty Flies

Andino Deceivers are tough, durable imitations of sabalo (the primary dorado forage fish), with a modified, Muddler-like head that dives, darts, and improves the performance in fast, turbulent water. The Andino is tied exclusively for The Fly Shop®. Don’t leave home without them.

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SCOF Trailer Trash Size 1/0 #381F Cinnamon, Tan

$2.95

Snookaroo Size 1/0 (Floating, 4˝ long) #325F Red/White

$8.95

Shrimp Gurgler Size 1/0

$3.95

$10.95 #912F Tan

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Bass, Bluegill, Pike, Carp,Crappie & Shad REDDING’S

E L E V A T I O N is only 564 feet. We’re at the extreme upper end of the Sacramento basin and two magnificent volcanoes, Mount Shasta and Mount Lassen, tower above our valley floor. As you leave town in 3 directions (north, east, and west), the California Valley Oaks quickly give way to the pine-covered forests of the Sierras and the Trinity Alps. There are about 730 miles of public trout streams and rivers within an hour and a half drive.

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Closer to home, our surrounding foothills are dotted with bass ponds, and lowland lakes. These placer-mine remnants of California’s Gold Rush are filled with bass and other warmwater species.

As competition for quality trout fishing water becomes more intense, the warmwater aspect of the sport is getting a lot more attention and The Fly Shop® is ready with a great fly selection.

Concussion Cray Size 10

$3.95

Hoover Moover Size 4

$3.95

Skip’s Predator Size 6

$2.95

Swimming Carp Nymph Size 8

$2.25

#363F Olive, Brown, Rust

Kermit

Rattling Frog Size 2, 6 #662F Olive, Black

$9.95

Bubbleicious Size 2 #290F Frog, Black

$9.95

Bish-A-Rat Size 4/0 #149F Black, Natural

$10.95

#312F Gold, Olive

Tiger $5.95 #95F Black, Frog, Chart., Red/White

Whitlock’s Air Jet Size 4

Whitlock’s Swimming Frog Sizes 2, 6, 10

$9.95 Along with traditional poppers, this pattern rates as an all-time favorite! #346F Frog Weedless

Ultimate Mormon Cricket Size 4

#35F Stinger

$6.95

#232F

Pearl

Psychoactive Frog Size 1 $7.95 #372F White,Yellow, Orange

#609F Frog

Rubberleg Largemouth Poppers Size 4 with weed guards

Grave Digger Size 8

#173F Olive

$3.50

#399F

$4.95

Backstabber Size 6 $4.95 #891F Black, Rusty, Olive Bass & Bluegill Mini Poppers Size 12 Baby Bass Popper Size 6

#783F

$6.95

Silver Shiner Popper Size 6 $6.95 #792F

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$3.95

Strip Tease Size 3/0 $6.95 #659F Shad, Chartreuse/White, Red/White, Black

Lu’Au Frog Size 1/0 #798F Green/Yellow, Chartreuse/White

$9.95

Carp Tease Size 8 $3.95 #138F Black, Olive, Brown Rainy’s PSP Bubblehead

$8.95 Size 4/0 (5.5˝ long) #706F Chartreuse, Red/White

Morrish Dragon Size 6 #954F

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Pole Dancer Size 1/0 #719F Black, Rainbow, Brown/White, Firetiger

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Mop-Tail Changer Size 1/0 $6.95 #994F Olive, Black, White

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American Shad Flies RK’s 20-20 Minnow Size 4

#977F Olive/White, Blue/White, Chart./White

$2.25

Drop Dead Minnow Size 4 $3.95

Jiggy Fat Minnow Size 10

$4.95

$3.95 #902F Olive, Sexy Shad, Blue Gill

Bass Turd Size 1/0

$2.95

Whitlock’s Scorpion Size 4

$6.95

#693F Rainbow, Black, Gray, Olive

Baby Fat Minnow Size 8

Float-n-Flies 1⁄16, 1⁄32 oz.

$3.95 #970F Sexy Shad, Shad, Bluegill, Olive, Chart. Shad

Big Daddy Craw Size 2

#509F

$2.95

#949F Olive, Sexy Shad, Bluegill

#219F Black, Olive, White

#622F Root Beer

“The poor man’s tarpon” in our western states. Shad are prolific and powerful. Our peak local season is May, June, and July.

Zack’s Zackmaster Shad Size 6

$2.95 #302F Hot Gold, Hot Pink, Orange, Chartreuse

TFS Hot Mono Shad Size 6 $2.25 Meat Whistle Size 1/0

#689F Black, Crawdad, White, Virile, Olive

#160F Lead Eye

$6.95

Mercer’s Poxyback Crayfish Size 4, 8 $5.95

#357F

Toby’s Teaser Size 2/0

#334F Rainbow, Chartreuse/White

$4.95

Jiggy Craw Size 2/0 #284F Orange, Olive

$6.95

Bouncing Crawfish Size 6

$4.95

Dead Drift Crayfish Size 8 $3.95

#697F Olive, Brown

#795F Crawfish Orange, Olive

Bisharat’s Live Wire Size 3/0 $12.95 #752F Olive/White, Rainbow, Chartreuse/White

$7.95 #84F Crawfish, Crawfish Olive

Whammy Craw Size 4

$7.95 #413F Black/Purple, Firetiger, Root Beer, Pumpkin

Ehler’s Grim Reaper Size 3/0

Game Changer Size 2/0

#581F Rainbow, White

$12.95

Creek Crawler Size 4 #855F Orange

Whiplash Cray Size 4

$5.95

Great Basin Drifter Size 8 $3.95

#916F

Spot-on Baitfish Size 3/0, 2 $6.95

#455F

$5.95

$3.95 #648F Olive/Black, White, Black/Tan, Red/Brown, Black/Blue, Pink

Ultimate Worm Size 1/0

$8.95

#568F

Rainbow Trout Size 6/0 (8.5˝ long)

Jiggy Worm Size 1 $3.95 #481F Burnt Orange, Black, Tan, Olive

#383F Sexy Shad, Shad, Chartreuse/White, Brown/White, Olive/White

Bushwhacker Blue Gill Size 1$6.95

#765F

Wiggle Minnow

#147F Firetiger Size 2, Rainbow Size 6

$5.95

Bisharat’s Airhead Size 1/0 $9.95

#945F Chartreuse/White, Olive/White, Gray/White,Tan/White

Mini Minnow Size 8

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Atlantic Salmon Flies

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The Fly Shop Atlantic Salmon Fly Selection HAND-IN-HAND

with the best North American and European fly tiers, as well as the guides at our Russian, Icelandic, and Norwegian destinations we’ve put together what is an indispensible selection of Atlantic Salmon patterns.

A Tradition of Excellence

F L Y F I S H I N G for Atlantic Salmon has a long rich history which originated in Northern England. While much of the equipment first used by these original anglers such as reels and especially lines, leaders, and rods have made vast and dramatic improvements over the years, many of the classic fly patterns developed on the other side of the pond decades ago, are still as relevant and probably more popular than when they were originally created.

Many variations are models of artistry that are immaculately crafted, made to be displayed in shadow boxes hung on the wall to be admired, appreciated and not fished or to ever see water, where others are meant to be fished and are a vital part of an anglers box over 170 years later. Flies such as the Jock Scott or The Silver Doctor with so much popularity and history, it is no surprise that there have been so many variations of these original patterns and have brought thousands of Atlantic salmon to the bank over the years.

George Frederick McCorquodale caught 8,924 salmon in the River Spey. His favorite fly was the Jock Scott!

Modern substitutes from easily sourced synthetic materials have taken the place of exotic bird feathers and

animal fur that were once used in the original recipes, which has allowed these enduring patterns to live on and continue to prove to be effective.

Hooks and Fly Tying materials have come a long way in recent years and there is still room for innovation and creativity in the area of new fly development. But in the Atlantic salmon circle, not much has changed over the years.

Classics like the Collie dog, created in the late 18th century, and the Green Highlander in the late 19th century as well as “newer” patterns such as the Temple dogs, Sunray Shadows and Willie Gunns are some of the best flies that have come on the scene over the last 60 years. These are flies known and close to the heart of everybody that has chased Atlantic salmon and are patterns that fishermen should not be without when swinging for the ultimate fly rod quarry.

In a time where there are new trout patterns being pumped out on a weekly basis, The Classic Atlantic salmon flies are fished down and across out of tradition and of course faith in their effectiveness to entice and land salmon. It is easy to tie on a fly you have complete confidence in. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

Ally Shrimp Size 10 #42F Orange

Black and Silver Monkey Tube

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Pot Bellied Pig

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Sun Ray Shadow Mini Hitch

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Super Snaelda Tube

$3.95

Temple Dog Flaming Tube

$3.95

Tungsten Temple Dog Tube

$3.95

Willie Gunn Tube

$3.95

Willie Gunn 1.5˝ Tube #888FG Gold 888FP Posh

$3.95

#304F Orange & White

$3.95

#946F

Junction Shrimp Tube

#370FO Black & Orange 370FY Black & Yellow

Cascade Tube 1˝

$3.95

Monkey Tube .75˝

$3.95

#726F

#793F

#391F

#395FS Small 395FM Medium 395FL Large

Collie Dog Tube 1˝

$2.95

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Flame Thrower Size #6

#611F

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#421F Black & Red

Francis Tube

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Fly Floatants

Mucilin Fly & Line Dressing

Gehrke's Xink

Loon Lochsa Gel Floatant

Shimazaki Dry Shake Spray

Three decades of success has made this an all-time favorite floatant.

Experts use this surfactant to help that leader break through the surface film, making it less visible from below.

Apply Xink with your thumb and forefinger to the leader for several feet behind your floating. It will ride just below the surface. Very effective.

An all-around gel that works on CDC and treats feathers, hair, hackle, and yarn without hindering appearance while providing maximum floatation. It is silicon based, and won’t melt in heat or harden when it’s cold.

Same formula as the Dry Shake Liquid, but instead of dipping each fly individually, the aerosol can makes it easy to spray down your entire dry fly box all at once!

Mucilin Hourglass Silicone

Loon Fly Dip

Fluid, liquid Mucilin is great for small dries, pupa, spinners and indicator yarns.

Another fine stillwater floatant.

Dip your fly in, and watch as the liquid evaporates in seconds, leaving behind a super buoyant film on your fly. Use it to pretreat flies as well as reviving soggy flies.

#1548 $7.95

Mucilin Fly Line Silicone This is Europe’s most popular fly line dressing for a very good reason. It works in all weather conditions. #1549 $7.95

Gehrke's Gink The world’s most popular fly floatant. Dab it on your dry fly for a high-visibility drift. #1545 $6.95

#1546 $4.95

Loon Aquel A silicon-based, temp stable floatant that won’t melt when it’s hot, harden when it’s cold or leave a slick on the water. #6308 $6.50

Shimazaki Dry-Shake Fishpond Floatant Bottle Holder & Dry Shake Holder Keep your flies dry and your floatant handy. Attaches with a quick swivel clip, the stretchable elastic bottle holder will accommodate most floatants and dry shakes. Two sizes. #24381 Floatant Holder 24382 Dry Shake Holder $9.95

Pop the fly (leader attached) into the vial and give a shake.

Make a couple of casts, and all the scum is gone. Keeps very small flies riding on top for hours. Japan’s most popular silica type floatant. #108 $14.95

Dry Shake w/ Brush Apply the gold standard in shake floatants with absolute precision and control using the new applicator brush.

Perfect for applying shake to Chubby’s and winged dries! #21409 $24.95

Frog’s Fanny Brush (the brush is part of the cap) it on any nymph wing case to create a bubble on the fly that looks exactly like an emerging insect.

Excellent on CDC flies!

#6311

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#1550 $8.95

• Environmentally sensitive • One treatment lasts all day #15624

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Shimazaki Dry-Shake Liquid

Loon Easy Dry

The best of silicone and mucilin based floatants. Just dip your fly and watch as the liquid evaporates within seconds leaving a thin film. If your fly is wet, be sure to first dry your fly off with a dry shake or an amadou patch. Not recommended for use on CDC flies.

Super-absorbent silica crystals floatant that’s excellent for re-conditioning flies.

#20558 $24.95

A superb, smooth, viscous, silicone based floatant that won’t paste up feather fibers.

Best option for CDC flies. #9119 $16.95

Loon Blue Ribbon Floatant Crystal floatants are the best to recondition drowned or small dries. No oils or paste to mat down small wings.

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Loon Top Ride Put a fly in the jar and shake on this combined pure silica powder and silica crystal floatant. Super for hair wings and for reconditioning flies.

SA’s Gel Fly Floatant A buoyant, creamy formula floatant that flows easily in cold weather, won’t liquify in heat, and has no odor. #152

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Umpqua Bug Flote Our favorite floatant for hair wing and larger trout or bass flies. Similar to Gink and best suited for warm climates. The patented bottle hangs upside down off a D-ring or zipper. #4538

#9519 $7.95

$8.50

#4322 $9.50

Dry Magic

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Keeping your flies floating high & dry The last thing you want is to have a dry fly sink or not ride correctly before a feeding trout.

That “refusal” is too often accepted as something other than a mistake on the part of the angler.

Presentation, drift, fly selection, or all of the above. It may simply be that the fly is not dressed properly. It’s time, then, to back up and look at the basics.

T H E F I R S T T H I N G , in order of importance is to choose a fly that’s constructed of good materials. Webby, soft hackle or porous body materials or heavy hooks will sink a fly faster than a German “U”-boat.

Then make sure your tippet is appropriate and not “wind knotted” or damaged.

Expert anglers then take the time to prepare their dry fly (particularly small, spring creek and stillwater models) with a primer. Like paint or glue, a good floatant needs to have a good base.

Coat the fly with a top quality silica descicant, like Shimazaki Dry Shake or Loon’s Top Ride. Make a couple of exaggerated false casts and present the fly as gently as possible on the stream or surface of the spring creek or stillwater.

If it’s a high riding attractor fly or bass bug, use a gel (Bug Flote, Gink, etc.) liberally, then pinch the fly hard and remove any extra, unnecessary floatant.

That will compress the gel and force the lanolin base into the porous hair fibers.

We’ve got a wide selection of fly floatants. Experiment!

Visit us online www.theflyshop.com to see our entire selection of fly floatants

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THE FLY SHOP’S FRESH & SALTWATER

Custom Fly Selections

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Our staff of experts have traveled to more than international lodges and camps in the past year!

Let our unrivaled experience put a big bend in your fly rod by letting us stock your fly box for your next angling adventure.

These are NOT generic,pre-packaged fly selections.

Every specialty fly selection from The Fly Shop® is personally selected by one of our travel experts that have fished these destinations not just once but a bunch of times.

Mongolia Fly Selection #22453 Taimen

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The Fly Shop® has been one of the sport’s largest angling travel agents for nearly 40 years. We’ve visited, guided, and outfitted tens of thousands of fly rodders for fly fishing trips all over the globe and no one in the fly business is as experienced. Who better to help choose the right selection of flies for your next trip?

Order one of our custom selections and get the flies you’ll really need!

Our team of experienced travel professionals fill every order individually, picking flies we know will work. We’ll make sure your fly box is loaded with exactly what you’ll need and just what we’d choose for ourselves. Whether you are headed to Alaska for king salmon, Argentina for sea run browns, or Bolivia for dorado, you’ll end up with a first-class selection of flies. Each one will be totally on-target for exactly the spot you’re headed.

Show up prepared with nothing but the best You’ll arrive properly outfitted, and ready to catch fish with your fly boxes stuffed with deadly flies selected just for your destination by experienced anglers who know what will work. Because we’ve been there!

Or just order all the flies you want for your trip. When you return, just send back what you didn’t use for a credit!

Travelling anglers can load up with all the flies they might think they need for a trip. When they return they’re welcome to return any of those flies that are unused and in their original condition (within 60 days of that purchase) for a 100% in-store credit.

It’s an open invitation to any travelling fly fisherman (whether you booked your trip with us or not) to expand your selection or load up on the proven patterns and insure your fly selection for a trip is complete!

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Your selection will be made from fly fishing’s largest inventory of flies The Fly Shop ® has the largest fly selection to choose from. Are chosen from proven patterns. They’re not pre-packaged collections of cast-offs and leftovers.

The Fly Shop® sells nothing but the highest quality flies in the sport. They’re tied by craftsmen to our own exacting standards using nothing but the finest materials, and hooks. Take it from us, you can’t afford cheap flies.

J U S T I N M I L L E R is typical of our talented team here at The Fly Shop®. He

came on board 18 years ago and has done just about every job under our roof.

He has fished most of the lodges we represent, though admits to having a soft spot for steelhead, salmon, and permit!

Justin is our resident expert on Alaska, Kamchatka, Kola, Iceland, Australia, Canada, Brazil, Africa & Seychelles, and personally chooses the selections for those spots.

Atlantic Salmon Fly Selection # 27081

Atlantic Salmon

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Arapaima Fly Selection

Alaska Fly Selections The Fly Shop® has outfitted thousands of Alaska anglers; specify the date and location and we will assemble a box of flies that’ll slay the fish. #4896 Alaska Trout $159.95 4912 Alaska Silver Salmon 129.95 4924 Alaska King Salmon 149.95

There are only a couple of places in the Amazon where this fish can be legally caught. #19722 Arapaima $299.95

Chile & Argentina Fly Selections

There isn’t a spot on the Latin American map we haven’t fished dozens of times. Let us know exactly where and when you’ll be there and we’ll select just the right patterns and help ensure the success of your angling holiday. #4950 Argentina Trout $149.95 4949 Chile Trout 159.95

Tierra del Fuego Sea Trout Selection Decades of experience has tuned The Fly Shop® into the hot Rio Grande flies. #3559 Rio Grande Sea Trout $149.95

Amazon Peacock Bass Fly Selections There’s no outfit in the world that is better prepared or more knowledgeable about jungle fly fishing than the experts at The Fly Shop®. #18746 Peacock Bass $299.95

Golden Dorado Fly Selection Argentina or Bolivia? The correct patterns will help ensure your success. #19335 Golden Dorado $299.95

Permit, Tarpon & Trevally Fly Selections

The Fly Shop® knows what works and can fine-tune a box of flies for fishing anywhere in the salt. #7475 Permit $179.95 7491 Baby Tarpon 179.95 4866 Tarpon 199.95 4935 Grand Slam 259.95 23163 Giant Trevally 229.95

Tigerfish Fly Selections

Bonefish Fly Selections

We know what works and we can fine-tune a box of Tigerfish flies for South Africa for these toothy critters. #24581 Tigerfish $299.95

Let us know where you’re headed and we’ll put together exactly what you need for that spot. #4939 Bonefish $139.95

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THE BEST OF MODERN

Fly Boxes

The Fly Shop’s Signature Double-Sided Waterproof Fly Boxes We designed our rugged, waterproof boxes with every practical, important feature: • Transparent lids let you find and make the selection quickly and without opening the box • Silicone, O-ring gaskets keep this box totally waterproof and protect your flies from moisture • The double-sided box and hinge system allows you to open either side independently • Stainless steel, no-rust hinge pin • Appropriate for both fresh and saltwater use • Slotted foam to keep flies firmly in place and separate • 5 models including a boat box and 4 others sized to fit most vests, chest packs, shirts, and wader pockets

The Fly Shop’s Signature Double-Sided Streamer & Boat Box

Pictured above, this big boy is an ideal boat box, impervious to weather and the elements, with 10 rows in a size large enough for dorado, steelhead, salmon, peacock bass, and saltwater streamers.

More than up to our challenging field-tests in Tierra del Fuego, Brazil, and British Columbia.

FLY B O X E S are nearly all constructed of space-age industrial plastics. Our own favorites have clear lids to allow the angler to see and sort through the selection without opening the box and risking dropping or losing any of the treasure. Too, we prefer models with gaskets that protect the flies from moisture and even total immersion.

Try to be practical and think ahead about the vest, jacket, fanny pack, or the wader pocket it’ll call home, when selecting any fly box.

Stay away from boxes with any metal parts and take a few extra minutes to organize your flies before you enter the field. It’ll save time later and make your fishing more productive.

In The Fly Shop’s never-ending effort to bring innovation and economy to our catalog pages and introduce new products to fly fishermen, we’ve limited the number of boxes we display on these pages to our most popular models.

CONTEMPORARY

Visit our website www.theflyshop.com to see our entire selection of fly boxes A D V I C E T O T R A V E L E R S : Pack a “travel fly box” loaded with extra flies and re-load your field boxes daily with what you’ll need or have used.

Think about taking advantage of our 60-day return policy by buying lots of extras. Then send back any unused flies for credit!

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#16120 11˝ x 7.5˝ x 2.5˝

$59.95

The Fly Shop’s Signature Double-Sided Waterproof Fly Boxes

Four models with every feature and sized to fit most vests, shirts, wader pockets and chest packs.

TFS Small Vest Box

TFS Medium Vest Box

TFS Large Vest Box

TFS XL Vest Box

5-rows on each side Small, 4˝ x 3˝ x 1.5˝ #13144 $13.95

5-rows on each side Medium, 5˝ x 4˝ x 1.75˝ #13145 $17.95

6-rows on each side Large, 6˝ x 4˝ x 1.75˝ #13146 $20.95

7-rows on each side X-Large 7.5˝ x 4˝ x 1.5˝ #13147 $21.95

The Fly Shop’s Signature Unbreakable Waterproof Fly Boxes

These are the best selling fly boxes in America! They are waterproof, float (when closed) and lined with non-corrosive foam. There are no metal parts to rust, and our boxes are appropriate for both fresh and saltwater. Molded from the most indestructible plastic imaginable, each model is equipped with a silicone O-ring gasket that’ll keep any moisture out, and a firm clasp.

TFS WP Swingleaf Nymph Box

TFS WP Nymph/Streamer Box

Foam-slotted side panels with a removable, double-sided, slotted swing leaf.

Large enough for steelhead, salmon or trout streamers, bonefish flies or bass patterns.

#16117 7.75˝ x 4˝ x 1.7˝ $20.95

#16118 7.75˝ x 4˝ x 1.7˝ $16.95

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TFS WP Breast Pocket Fly Box Ideal for nymphs, dries or a small selection of bonefish flies. Fits a large breast pocket. #16119 5.5˝ x 3.5˝ x 1.25˝ $9.95

Umpqua Bug Locker Boxes Umpqua Waterproof Bug Locker Boxes Big, compartment boxes are the perfect boat boxes. Built with shatterproof, 3-D molded high-grip FlyTrap™ closures, they are ideal for saltwater or the jungle. #28194 Large 14˝ x 8.5˝ x 2˝ 28195 Medium 10.5˝ x 7˝ x 1.75˝ email:

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From Clousers or big foam dries, to skipping frogs with weed guards, these boxes offer exceptional ease and storage. Adjustable dividers ensure flies are secure regardless of size and rounded compartment bottoms help in getting your flies out of them. #24470 14˝ x 8˝ x 2˝ $14.99 #24471 10˝ x 4˝ x 2˝ $11.99 24473 7˝ x 5˝ x 2˝ 9.99 24472 9˝ x 4˝ x 1˝ 9.99

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The Fly Shop’s Meiho Model 800 and Model 1200 Adjustable Fly Boxes

Each stationary slot in these versatile boxes can be customized to fit anything from dry flies to streamers. They’re constructed of rugged polypropylene and the difference between the models is simply their size and the number of compartments that can be created in each box. Both feature a clear, strong polycarbonate lid with a secure snap and a concave bottom to make it easy to retrieve flies.

Umpqua Silicone, Waterproof & Foam Boxes

Water-proof, bomb-proof, heavy-duty plastic that’s nearly indestructible, yet lightweight. These boxes are fine for both fresh and saltwater use, and manufactured in very practical sizes. Those with see-through lids will help you quickly locate what you need without opening the box.

UPG Waterproof Fly Boxes Heavy-duty waterproof fly boxes go beyond keeping your flies dry. They are an insurance policy for traveling anglers, die-hard wet waders, or anyone who wants the security of a latch closure.

The Fly Shop’s Meiho Model 800 Adjustable Fly Boxes

These roomy, versatile boxes can be divided into up to 21 compartments. Model 49 is deeper than the M-48. Great for large vest pockets and are convenient for organizing beads, eyes, and other fly tying materials. Dividers are included. #6256 Deep 21 Compartment 8.1˝ x 5.75˝ x 1.6˝ $18.75 6257 Shallow 28 Compartment 8.1˝ x 5.75˝ x 1.1˝

#UWFBM Medium 6.125˝ x 4˝ x 1.5˝ $34.99 #UWFBL Large 7.8125˝ x 4.5˝ x 1.25˝ $39.99-$54.99

UPG Silicone Fly Boxes Newly designed silicone fly inserts offer maximum holding power with dense silicone that is self-healing so inserts don’t break down over time. #USFBM Mini 5.5˝ x 3.375˝ x .75˝ #USFBL Large 7.125˝ x 3.875˝ x .75˝

The Fly Shop’s Meiho Model 1200 Adjustable Fly Storage Boxes

Excellent storage boxes and great for long trips. The Model 1200 boxes can be divided into as many as 36 compartments. Dividers are included. #6262 Deep 36 Compartment 9.75˝ x 7.5˝ x 1.6˝ $27.50 6263 Shallow 36 Compartment 9.75˝ x 7.5˝ x 1.1˝

$19.99-$29.99 $24.99-$34.99

UPG Mini Foam Fly Boxes Lightweight and slim with fast access to your flies so that you can stay organized and bring all your boxes without any extra bulk.

Magnetic closures. #UFFBM UPG Mini Foam 5.5˝ x 3.375˝ x .75˝

$19.99-$29.99

UPG Foam Fly Boxes TFS Ultra Thin Fly Boxes These are two super-slim boxes that you can cram full of small nymphs, midges, and little streamers. Features see-through lids and they’re thin, just the right size for wader pouches, and long narrow pockets that can usually fit serveral boxes. #4071 12 Compartment Dry Fly, Nymph, and Midge Box 7.375˝ x 3.825˝ x .5˝ 4070 156 Slits Nymph/Midge Box 7.375˝ x 3.825˝ x .5˝

Umpqua Boat Boxes

$24.99-$34.99

Tacky Fly Boxes have a patented award winning design that makes them a top choice for most fly storage needs. These are simple, convenient, durable and an innovative, slim-profile way to hold all your flies.

They have quickly become one of our favorite fly box options.

(Please note that the dual-sided boxes do not have a clear window.)

These handy boxes are designed to be bombproof. You’ll save the cost of the box in fewer rusted flies. Each inside wall and the lid have deep slotted foam pads ideal for poppers, streamers, and fresh and saltwater flies up to a foot long.

17˝ x 12˝ x 4.5˝ 13˝ x 10˝ x 3˝ 10˝ x 8˝ x 3˝

#UFFBL UPG Standard Foam 7.125˝ x 3.875˝ x .75˝

$11.95

The best boxes for streamers we’ve ever seen!

#17246 Magnum 17583 Ultimate 17247 Baby

Perfectly sized for larger nymphs, small streamers, bonefish flies, and a variety of other applications. Features firm, magnetic closures and Umpqua’s FlyTrap.

Slotted for sailfish/bluewater flies Slotted for lots of very large streamers Slotted for large streamers

$74.95 59.95 44.95

Tacky Original Fly Box Tacky boxes patented silicone won’t stretch over time like foam. Flies stay put, no matter the size. The offset slits can comfortably hold up to 168 flies without wasting space, or crushing precious fly materials. #26809 Single sided 7˝ x 3.5˝ x .75˝ $24.95 26810 Dual sided silicone 7˝ x 3.5˝ x 2˝ 29.95

Tacky Day Pack Fly Box Day Pack box is an excellent option for the minimalist. Fits in a front chest pocket. The bi-directional slit inserts fit up to 180 flies! #26812 Dual sided 5˝ x 3˝ x .75˝

$24.95

Cliff’s Bugger Beast These two foam-lined carrying cases are the answer for storing, transporting and organizing large saltwater streamers and tube flies. The slotted hard foam in both the top and bottom of the case provides ample room for poppers and teasers without crushing them. These lightweight fly boxes close firmly and won’t vibrate open in the worst of seas. Available in only the high visibility yellow and two sizes. #13901 Bugger Beast Senior 10˝ x 13.5˝ x 3˝ Ideal for sailfish flies $49.95 13902 Bugger Beast Junior 9˝ x 10˝ x 2.75˝ Perfect for large saltwater flies 44.95 w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

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Tacky Pescador Large Fly Box Perfect saltwater or river box.

Super durable construction and a waterproof gasket will keep your flies dry and secure over the course of a full day out on the flats. #28258 Dual sided 8.8˝ x 4.9˝ x 1.96˝

$49.95

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Choosing your next fly rod Y our fly rod may be the most important tackle selection you can make. I t’ s more than just your connection to the line, leader, fly, and fish. I t’ s your nexus to our sport, and symboliz es what we’ re all about.

T H E F L Y S H O P ® H A S N E A R L Y half a million dollars of fly rods on

the walls and the shelves of our store. We feature what most experts agree are the top brands in the sport along with our own brand. In fact, there are hundreds of models to choose from, with specialty rods for trout, salmon, steelhead, Atlantic Salmon, bonefish, permit, tarpon and more exotic species.

Our selection includes models designed for both the beginner, the expert, the angler with a budget, and the fly fisherman who won’t settle for anything but the best.

The choices can sometimes be difficult. But we’ve not only got the rod you need but also a team of friendly experts that’ll help you select exactly the rod to ensure your angling success.

Here are a few tips from our team of experts that might help: Consider budget, then buy the best fly rod you can afford.

I ’ V E B E E N H E L P I N G run the guide service, Kid’s Camp, and our fly fish-

ing classes here at The Fly Shop and have been teaching both beginners and experts to cast and fly fish for more than 20 years.

I learned my trade from one of the most famous instructors in the sport, and have spent thousands of hours polishing my own ability to deliver both flies and lessons.

All too often I find experienced anglers fighting with their gear without realizing how important the selection of their rod was in the development of their fly fishing, or how much easier and more pleasurable having a quality rod in their hands would add to those precious moments on the water.

My advice is to buy the best fly rod you can afford. If you need help with the choice ask an expert you can trust. Don’t hesitate to reach out to me, or anyone else here at The Fly Shop®.

Chris King Master Certified Fly Casting Instructor chris@theflyshop.com

9´rod for a 5-weight line is the most versatile trout rod made.

G U I D E S A N D E X P E R T S would agree that a 9´ rod for a 5weight line is the most versatile trout rod made. It is swell for lakes, small rivers, and creeks, and will whip all but the real trophy rainbow or brown.

However, if you are gearing up for Alaska, Patagonia, or plan on fishing larger rivers here at home with bigger dry flies and streamers, you’ll want something with more muscle. Probably a 6 or 7 weight rod – again in a 9´ length.

Conversely, if you’re an ultralight fanatic, or focused on spring creeks and tiny streams you’ll want to move in the other direction, and should look hard at a 3 or 4 weight rod that’s 12 or 18 inches shorter.

Knowledgeable fly rodders will explain “you fight with the butt and cast with the tip.” And what are referred to as fast action rods have a stiffer mid-section that helps muscle the line in high wind and able to increase line speed when distance is important, or when you’re fishing with streamers or heavy flies.

Very fast-action rods require a well-developed sense of timing and are the wrong choice for beginners and most dry fly, and nymph fishing.

Slightly slower (medium/medium-fast) actions are “forgiving” and usually the best choice for all but the expert caster.

Mike Mercer Senior Angling Travel Sales Specialist mercer@theflyshop.com

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Type of water and technique determines the ideal rod

I ’ V E B E E N G U I D I N G the Lower Sacramento River for decades. It’s

a broad, swift tailwater with big rainbows and the occasional steelhead.

Our terminal tackle is often complicated, and when you’re tossing a leader with multiple nymphs and a bit of weight all day, fast action rods translate into knotted, tangled leaders, and lost time re-rigging. The ideal stick has a strong butt section for power and a soft tip to help open up the loop and deliver the goods. A little extra length helps with the near-constant mending that’s necessary to ensure a drag-free drift. 9´6˝, 6-weights are perfect.

When the fall colors change, I spend more time on the Trinity River. It’s not as big, but Trinity steelhead require larger, more powerful rods and veteran anglers generally choose a solid 7-weight, switch rod, or light spey outfit.

Shane Kohlbeck Senior, licensed guide The Fly Shop® since 1995 Shane@theflyshop.com

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The fish you’re after will make a difference

I N O U R J U N G L E rivers the fish are much more powerful than in

the north. Freshwater Dorado and our big Peacock Bass sometimes rip the fly rod from your hand when they strike. And would eat any trout.

You need a super-durable, macho fly rod to fight these predators. Strong enough for repetitive casting. Broken rods are routine, so bring an extra.

Eight or nine-weights are best, with a tip that has enough muscle to propel big streamers and poppers, and enough butt strength to put the brakes on these freight trains when they run for cover.

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Saltwater requires unique components and fast action

G E T T O O C L O S E to a permit, bonefish, or tarpon, and they’re gone!

That’s why every expert saltwater angler I know goes for the kind of fast action, high-modulus graphite fly rods that makes it easier to cast tight loops and generate the line speed necessary to air mail their hook and feathers to an (all-too-often) distant fish on the flats or help cut through the (all-too-often) wind.

I love fishing the Scott Sector and Winston’s new Air 2 Max rods.

Dane Emerson Owner, Espiritu Santo Bay Lodge

Don’t reist innovation and change

I F I S H E D Tierra del Fuego’s famous Rio Grande for monster sea trout

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with single-handed fly rods in the 90’s. Then the Brits showed up with their spey rods and kicked my ass. Their long rods covered the water better, easily whipped the river’s notorious winds, and caught exponentially more fish than me. So, I learned to Spey cast.

Pete Soverol (Wild Salmon Center) did the same thing to me, picking my pocket while fishing for trout behind me on Kamchatka’s Zhupanova River with a switch rod that reached fish I couldn’t touch. Nobody does that to me. Not for long. I’ve got more than one switch rod now.

Mike Michalak Owner of The Fly Shop®

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Quality, Economy & Performance F L Y S H O P ’ S F R E S H H 2 O F L Y R O D S were designed to allow both the veteran fly fisherman and the every day anglers the ability to deliver the fly accurately and without a lot of effort, while forgiving inadvertent mistakes that are common in the casting stroke.

These models are a baby step away from the ultra-fast trend and a slight shift toward a smooth, forgiving action that doesn’t require a sophisticated, fine-tuned sense of timing to deliver flies and best suits most anglers.

Our Fresh H2O rods began to take shape when we became disillusioned with the direction that the top brands in the sport were going with their fly rod actions – faster and faster rods that tossed a tight loop for a mile in the hands of an expert, but were inappropriate for the less than expert fly fisherman.

At that point, we teamed up with one of the top rod manufacturers in the business and developed our own Fresh H2O fly rods by simply reverse-engineering and duplicating the most popular graphite, angler-friendly action that has ever been used on a trout stream.

We took our time, spending three years tinkering with and field-testing dozens of prototypes before we made our choices and allowed The Fly Shop® logo to be printed on the first, new, emerald-green blanks.

Since then we’ve added subtle improvements each season to the graphite and components without changing the essential action or our model names.

The latest iteration of Fresh H2O rods are a marriage of modern graphite materials and design that compensate for common errors and a less than expert casting stroke. It’s a rod that loads with very little line beyond the tip, and still has the cojones to turn over a long leader or deliver distance.

When you put this rod to the test, you’ll discover, as several thousand of our fly fishing customers have, that it’s equal to other famous branded fly rods out there, and carries a price tag that’s just a fraction of what is hanging on comparable quality fly rods.

We’ve spent 45+ years building our reputation, and 17 of them building fly rods.

Just like The Fly Shop®, these rods deliver everything we promise!

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An extra tip at no extra charge!

We’re fishermen here at The Fly Shop® and understand the logic of including an extra tip with every rod, at no extra charge. It’s a built-in guarantee that’ll keep you fishing on the stream instead of waiting for the UPS truck. We also include a practical, lined, segmented rod case with a zippered reel pouch instead of one more aluminum tube for your closet.

Our Fresh H2O fly rod and reel outfits This is more than a terrific rod, and at that price it’s a great deal, without the expensive, hidden premium many rod makers charge for their lifetime guarantee.

All five of our models are identically priced at $199.

Our warranty is just another good deal.

Our warranty All of our H2O Series rods are fully warranteed by The Fly Shop®. In fact, we’re very proud of our battle-tested, high performance rods. After 17 years in the hands of all skill levels of fly fishermens there’s been an almost insignificant failure rate. But rods are going to be broken, and we don’t care how they break.

We’ll replace any section, on any of our rods for the original purchaser, charging no more than $45 plus $11.95 for shipping. Just send us what’s left of the entire rod along with your return address and a check or credit card number. We’ll do our part and try to get the rod started on its way back to you the very next day.

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The best 4-piece rod for the buck in fly fishing

Build your rod outfit ...just add water Add any of The Fly Shop’s fine reels to any one of our Fresh H2O or Signature Series fly rods and save a bundle with the bundle

1. Choose your fly rod and reel 2. Let us know whether you wind the reel with your left or right hand.

3. We’ll toss in Scientific Angler floating fly line ($80 value) matched to the rod weight, and the backing ($20 value) to the price of the rod and discounted reel.

4. Then we’ll tie all the knots, load everything on your reel, and ship it for free.

Save up to $110

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There isn’t a better performing fly rod anywhere else in the world of fly fishing at this price!

T H E A C T I O N O F E A C H F R E S H H 2 O fly rod model is unique. Our smooth trout rods have actions that

Combining an M 2A fly reel and a Fresh H2O fly rod is the ultimate in economy!

The emphasis is on performance and functionality, and this outfit will meet the demands of just about any freshwater fishing situation. It’s the ideal combination for the cost-conscious angler or someone new to the sport.

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will protect light tippet on the strike and during the battle and don’t behave like steelhead rods, while our steelhead rods have all the power you’ll need to pack the mail and an action that will deliver flies as far as necessary.

Our Sacramento River rod is a 6 weight, and the best all ‘round nymph and dry fly rod in the line up. This model is powerful enough for streamers, yet delicate enough for most dry fly fishing.

The Hat Creek & Fall River models are both ninefoot, 4 and 5 weight rods that are just right for most freshwater rivers, streams and stillwater situations They have enough muscle to cover broad, western spring creeks and employ the very “forgiving” actions that naturally open up the loop, help turn over long leaders, and have exactly the kind of action that will deliver dry flies and smaller nymphs accurately in all but the worst of winds.

The Trinity & Mad River models are virtual wrist rockets with powerful actions and enough muscle to make tossing a tight loop to the horizon a lot easier.

Both rods have fighting butts.

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Features include: s Quality stripper guides and components on all models s An extra tip section at no extra charge s Lustrous, protective, emerald-green epoxy finish s Hardwood reel seats s Select cork half wells grips on the lightweight models s Select cork full wells grips on the mid-weight models s Fighting butts on the Trinity and Mad River models s Zippered rod and reel pouch case w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

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Complete Fresh H2O rod & reel outfits Choose either of our modestly priced Signature fly reels and we’ll add the backing and a top quality Scientific Anglers floating fly line to the package along with a few other extras, and knot it all together.

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Adding an L 2A fly reel to either a Fresh H2O fly rod model creates the best possible value. It is a super reel and a sensible step up in quality. This paring is a combination that any freshwater angler can be proud to own and will meet the most demanding situations.

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Designed & Field-Tested by The Fly Shop® Staff.

A Team You Can Trust to Deliver Great Fly Fishing Products at Great Prices!

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QUALITY EQUIPMENT FOR ECONOMY-MINDEDFLY FISHERMEN

Signature Series H2O Fly Rods Signature H2O rods for the anglers who have dialed in their casting stroke T H E S E H A N D S O M E R O D S employ a more expensive, higher modulus graphite

than our Fresh H2O models (featured on pages 60-61). Those differences translate into a fly rod with a moderately faster action that’s better matched for experienced anglers who have a more refined, practiced, casting skills.

These high performance rods employ what was once called “reserve power” – a resilience that’ll drive the line a little farther, help toss the line into the teeth of a stiff wind, or handle a larger dry fly or big streamer when extra power is applied.

All four of our Signature H2O fly rod models sport components that are a step up from our Fresh H2O fly rods. All of the Signature rods feature handsome Buckeye hardwood reel inserts and more expensive components than you’ll find on comparably-priced rods.

They also feature a dark, non-glare finish that won’t spook fish.

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Signature H2O Fly Rod features s Dynamic, powerful, progressive action s Superb components, tailored to each model s Beautifully finished Buckeye reel seats s An extra tip comes with every rod s Complete with The Fly Shop’s segmented rod/reel case Signature H2O Fly Rod Warranty Signature H2O rods are warranteed by The Fly Shop®. We'll replace or repair any H2O rod for the original purchaser, charging no more than $45 plus $11.95 shipping. It’s a great deal without an expensive, hidden premium for a lifetime guarantee.

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3. We’ll toss in a Scientific Angler floating fly line ($80 value) matched to the rod weight, and the backing ($20 value) to the price of the rod and discounted reel.

4. Then we’ll tie all the knots, load everything on your reel, and ship it for free.

Save up to $120

Nobody knows more about indicator fishing than our team of Sacramento and Trinity River experts. We’re the outfit that refined indicator fishing for trout and steelhead in NorCal and these two new models of indicator rods are the perfect answer to pursuing the endless, perfect drift – and the tug!

Then we built the perfect rods for it.

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Signature Series H2O Indicator Rods T H E F L Y S H O P ’ S indicator rods employ

features that help make this style of fishing easier, much more fun, and a lot more productive.

These rods are designed with a high modulus graphite to add the strength so they won’t buckle under the weight of a multi-fly rig. They have a strong tip, slightly softer center section, and powerful butt. All of this forces the rod to flex lower down the blank and automatically opens the loop – making indicator terminal tackle easy to toss without messing up or tangling.

We expanded our indicator rod line up with 5 and 7 weights!

Signature H2O Indicator Fly Rod features: s Designed, tested and tailored specifically for indicator fishing s Longer than normal for better mending and line control s Stack mends effortlessly at both short and long range s Non-glare, ultra-functional, matte finish s Fighting butt helps balance the rod perfectly s An extra tip comes with every one of our H2O fly rods Signature H2O Indicator Fly Rods Model

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Features fighting butt and anodized, heavy duty reel seat

Flex chart for The Fly Shop® Signature & Fresh H2O Fly Rods

SG-H2O Indicator Rods Fresh H2O Rods A forgiving action combined with an ultra-responsive high modulus graphite. (see pages 66-67)

A medium fast flex action that combines a soft tip and a unique graphite blend that will help open loops and turn over indicators and split shot rigs effortlessly.

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Extra Tip We’re common-sense fishermen here at The Fly Shop® and we understand the logic of including an extra tip with every H2O fly rod. It’s a simple, built-in guarantee, at no extra charge, that’ll keep you fishing on the stream instead of waiting for the UPS truck.

Our Warranty All our Signature H2O Series rods are fully warranteed by The Fly Shop®. We don’t care how it broke and we’ll replace or repair any of our rods for the original purchaser, for just $45 plus $11.95 shipping.

SG-H2O Rods Fast flex action, and a powerful, sensitive tip that will tighten the loop and help make tossing a fly toward the horizon easier.

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Scott Rods are made in Montrose, Colorado

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High performance freshwater fly rods Scott’s new star-studded lineup includes the best freshwater fly rod they’ve ever made Scott’s Centric series fly rods are the most efficient rods they have

ever created. Flat, stable, high line speed loops that can be easily generated at any distance with minimal effort from the caster. And they’re still fun to cast!

What Scott did to build the Centric was first develop revolutionary new rolling equpment (the machines that turn flat sheets of graphite into rod blanks) to allow them to control graphite fiber placement and manipulate the density of material. Then Scott incorporated a new resin to precisely bond the increased density of the fibers, and simultaneously created a stronger, lighter, and more stable rod.

The end result is the creation of four weights that cast like they should – light and delicate at close range, but with enough power buried in the rod to turn over long leaders and flies at exceptional distances. Perfect spring creek rods.

Using the same logic and technology, they packed progressively more power into the Centric five, six, and seven weight freshwater models at exactly the points in each of these fantastic freshwater rod models where it’s necessary.

Scott’s G Series model dates back to 1976, the year Scott

changed the market with the first-ever 9 foot 4 weight fly rod. The newest G Series rods look and act a bit like the original models. Sensitive, but with an exponential elevation of performance and performance is what it’s all about.

At the end of the day, the skilled craftsmen in Montrose have delivered a smooth-casting rod that may be the best trout fishing tool ever made.

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Centric rods feature more than technology and are one of the top rods ever to grace a rod rack! The cork is absolutely excellent, and the components include slick titanium SiC stripping guides, custom burl box elder reel seat inserts and Scott’s patented Universal snake guides.

Centric 4-Piece Rod Models Model

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854-4 904-4 1004-4 905-4 955-4 1005-4

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G772/4 G773/4 G843/4 G883/4 G844/4 G904/4

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G775/4 G885/4 G905/4 G886/4 G906/4

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High performance saltwater fly rods Scott has developed an award-winning new generation of big game and saltwater fly rods!

S I G N I F I C A N T A D V A N C E S in fly fishing technology, whether

al carbon fiber. These fibers help counteract torsional forces giving you better

it’s rods, reels, waders, fly lines, or clothing don’t happen very often. The

tracking and power for long-line pickups and redirecting casts. They also help

advent of graphite was, of course, a great leap forward for the sport. Every

to reduce micro fractures from stress or impact.

Expressed in English: These blanks are stonger, yet lighter, have more

move forward from that point – higher and higher modulus, boron fibers, nano resins, and other evolutions were baby steps in comparison.

power, are more durable, and track better.

With Carbon Web combined with ReAct, Scott has created a new kind of

At this point it’s the creative application of already existing knowledge that usually makes headlines in fly fishing.

So it was with Scott’s Carbon Web design and the creation of their Sector

rod allowing the angler to hold more line in the air, lift more line off the water with less effort, and the ability to redi-

Fly Rods. It was the culmination of a series of small steps, new materials,

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tapers, and engineering that’s given saltwater anglers a reason to be excited!

when a fish is on

Scott’s Carbon Web technology improves torsional stability and rod dura-

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Scott Sector Saltwater Fly Rods

Scott’s goal with the Sector was to create the best saltwater & big game fly rod that’s ever been made. They began by bundling all of their technology into one model rod, then added the most cutting edge fly rod components imaginable.

Imagine a rod that casts tight, high line speed loops with less effort and can turn over a leader straight into the wind; a rod that delivers the fly on target with just one false cast, and can pick it back up and redirect if the fish changes course; a rod that is intuitive so you can focus on the fish instead of your cast; a rod that feels light and alive in your hand and has the touch and feel needed to make short quick shots.

We’ve used these rods this year in Mexico for bonefish, permit, tarpon and snook. We took them to Louisiana for redfish and to Alaska for silvers. They went with us to Bolivia for Dorado and to Brazil for tackle-busting, monster peacock. The Sector rods we used performed far better than we expected and, after all the hype, we expected a lot. And until Scott (or someone else) comes out with something better, it’s going to be the first fly rod we pack for the saltwater, the jungle, and any other big game fishing.

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All rods are fitted with appropriate fighting butt extension Reel seats are milled from aircraft aluminum with self-indexing slide hoods CeRecoil stripping guides with nickel-titanium frames and Zirconia inserts “Fluor” grade cork grips and a modified Wells grip All of these rods are hand-crafted entirely in America!

Sector Series 4-Piece Rods

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S9010/4 S9011/4 S9012/4

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$1,045 1,045 1,045

Scott Wave Saltwater Fly Rods

For the last 46 years the Scott Fly Rod Company has been a leader in rod design and innovation. Each fly rod is handcrafted in Montrose, Colorado by rod builders that care. They are fly rods built with a purpose, utilizing only the finest components and perform under the most severe conditions. These are purposely built fly fishing tools built for anglers that simply need the best and won’t compromise for anything less. The Fly Shop® has been working with Scott for 45 years, because they started one year before us. We have found their commitment to producing the best fly rods available unfaltering, and we couldn’t be more excited to carry Scott’s complete lineup of fly rods.

When we first got our hands on a Wave, we were immediately impressed by how light in hand the rod felt. This 8 weight felt like a 6 weight! Casting the Wave was enjoyable and straightforward as it easily generated high line speeds in controlled tight loops, an essential attribute needed to cut through wind and deliver flies on target. The butt section seemed to have plenty of pulling power, a great feature when trying to tame powerful fish in fresh and saltwater.

We feel the Wave will be equally at home fishing the flats, casting fast sinking lines for stripers, or chasing carp and bass at your local pond or lake. Wave rods deliver high performance across a wide variety of fishing situations. s

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Wave Series 4-Piece Rods

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W907/4 W908/4 W909/4

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9´0˝ 9´0˝ 9´0˝

$675 675 675

W9010/4 W9011/4 W9012/4

10 11 12

9´0˝ 9´0˝ 9´0˝

$675 675 675

X-Core - Enhanced feel, incredible stability and unequaled performance.

Combines the industry’s leading composite technologies with cutting edge design ARC - Advanced Reinforced Carbon reduces torque and increases strength.

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Every Winston fly rod is individually hand-crafted in Twin Bridges, Montana, and is built for anglers by people who care.

Winston Pure Freshwater Fly Rods M O D E R N trout rods from Winston apply the newest, contemporary rod technology with a “soul” that continues Winston’s tradition of bringing rods to our sport that have a “feel” and are a PURE pleasure to cast.

It’s an action built to toss the open loop perfect for dry fly or light nymph fishing. Add a slim profile, fine cigar-style grip, and guide configurations that make for a better “connection” to the rod and it’s the formula for a great trout fishing rod.

At the same time, these moderate action rods incorporate contemporary technology, the newest in carbon fibers, graphite, and nano resins.

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This rod was honored as “The Best New Freshwater Rod” at the 2018 IFTD Show, and little has changed since then. Every single Pure model is still hand-crafted in Twin Bridges, Montana.

The rods feature beautiful figured maple reel inserts, surrounded by nickel silver hardware and they all wear the perfect wraps and lustrous finish you’d expect from any fine Winston rod. s Advanced Boron III Light Line Technology s Nickel silver with figured maple insert reel seat s Sensitive tip detects subtle takes/shields light tippets s Chrome nanolite stripper guides s Light chromed wire snake guides

Winston Boron AIR 2 Freshwater Fly Rods L I G H T E R T H A N A I R , The next gen-

eration of all-around freshwater fly rods (3wt-6wt). These rods can do anything – present tiny dry flies to wary trout on flat water, cast a heavy streamer to the far bank in the wind, launch the entire line when you need it, and make quick, accurate close-range shots. From high stick nymphing, pounding the banks from the boat, or wet wading, the

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AIR 2 is a pack rod, a travel rod, a beautiful rod, and an all-around rod. When you can only bring one rod…the amazing new Boron AIR 2.

You won’t want to leave home without it. s New Boron Configuration for enhanced power and energy transfer. s Taper design that provides a faster, progressive all-around action. s Extremely light, yet powerful s Nickel silver with figured Maple reel seat

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Grip

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Pure763 Pure764 Pure804 Pure864 Pure904 Pure905 Pure1003 Pure1004 Pure1005

3 4 4 4 4 5 3 4 5

7´ 6˝ 7´ 6˝ 8´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝

Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar

$995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995

Boron Air2 Freshwater 4-Piece Rods Model

Line

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Grip

Price

Air2863 Air2903 Air2864 Air2904 Air2964 Air2905 Air2965 Air2906 Air2966

3 3 4 4 4 5 5 6 6

8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝

Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar Cigar

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Winston Tom Morgan Favorite Freshwater Fly Rod M O R G A N W A S the owner and rod designer at Winston from 1973 to 1991 and his legacy at Winston and for the entire fly rod industry cannot be overstated. Winston continues to believe in Tom’s principle that “a great fly rod is always a great fly rod”, so they found it only fitting to reintroduce the Tom Morgan Favorite.

First offered in 1989 as a limited edition 60th Anniversary model, the Tom Morgan Favorite Rod

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has proved to be so popular it has remained a Winston customer favorite for the last 30+ years.

Tom grew up fishing the spring creeks of Montana for wary brown trout where the slightest mistake spooks the fish. He designed the “Tom Morgan Favorite” as a specialized 2-piece, extra light, 8´ 4-weight, made from moderate modulus graphite for those close to mid-range distances where delicacy, finesse, and accuracy are essential.

s All graphite with classic WT spigot ferrule design s Incredibly smooth with wonderful touch and feel s Extra light 4-weight, perfect for spring creek fishing s Nickel Silver reel seat with burled wood insert

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Winston Air 2 Max Saltwater Fly Rods

MAX Accuracy. MAX Power. MAX Line Speed. MAX Performance.

Winston’s proprietary AIR 2 and Boron materials U T I L I Z I N G T H E N E W E S T innovative material create unprecedented feel, power, tracking, recovfound in the award-winning AIR 2 (one of our favorite ery, and lightweight performance. This is a faststicks from Winston) in conjunction with Winston’s action rod suitable for any saltwater or heavy freshfastest and most powerful tapers to date, the new water trip in the world.

AIR 2 Max series optimizes performance in saltwas Recoil saltwater snake guides with hard titanium ter, warmwater, and large freshwater fishing applicafinish and high flexibility tions across the globe. The Fly Shop staff has fished s 1½˝ Fighting Butt on 6-10wts, 2½˝ Fighting Butt this rod extensively in the Bahamas, Mexico, on 11-12wts.

Louisiana, and Alaska, and we couldn’t be happier s New universal flor-grade grip with low swells and with the rod for its accuracy, lifting strength, and line short flares to provide anglers of various hand speed – it hits all those marks and more. It’s as shapes and grip styles a variety of grip options adept for a short shot or blowing line on a “Hail s Utilizes unique Cerecoil hard-titanium stripping Mary” cast. We found the AIR 2 Max models are guides powerful yet easy to cast and light in the hand. w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

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MAX907 MAX868 MAX908 MAX869 MAX909 MAX9010 MAX9011 MAX9012

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9´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝

Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells Full Wells

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Sage R8 Core Series Fly Rods is versatile, the ideal choice for anglers looking for a can do fly rod that will cover multiple applications in salt and/or freshwater. Sage’s new revolutionary material technology is advanced, incorporating cast-forgiving tapers, and purer high density graphite fibers, which offers lightness, faster casting stroke recovery and responsiveness while at the same time offering more durability, exceptional casting feedback and an easy-inhand feel. We love the way this rod casts, but how it performs on the water is what really impresses us. This is a terrific multi-task fly rod for those looking to up their game.

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Sage R8 Core 4-Piece Rods

For most of us, an idyllic day on the water is not when we’re thinking more, but when we’re thinking less. Finding that state of fishing in the moment, where instinct and experience bring us to an almost zen-like awareness of each subtle motion and movement – that’s what R8 CORE is all about. s Effortless energy transfer and more connected feel s Maximized versatility and control s Fuji ceramic stripper guides with hard chromed snake guides and tip-top s Silver Pine blank color with slate primary thread wraps with graduated White and Grey trim s Black rod bag with new cord lock for quicker, easier, and cleaner storage

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R8 390 R8 486 R8 490 R8 586 R8 590 R8 596FB R8 5100FB R8 690 R8 690FB R8 696FB R8 6100FB R8 790FB R8 796 R8 7100 R8 890FB R8 896 R8 8100 R8 990

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9´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 8´ 6˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 10´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 10´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 10´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝ 9´ 6˝ 10´ 0˝ 9´ 0˝

Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Standard Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt

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Sage Payload Series Fly Rods

Built by Sage specifically for bass

T H E P A Y L O A D by Sage uses konnetic technol-

ogy – high modulus graphite fibers laid to exacting tolerances, creating a slimmer blank profile, increased strength and efficient energy transfer from the butt to the tip. Those are the exact qualities you want in a bass fishing fly rod – fast action, laser casts for throwing big bugs, accuracy for hitting tight pockets, and enough umph to drive the hook home and rodeo a bucket mouth out of a stump garden. These rods are purposely built short (8´9˝) and track like a bloodhound cast after cast, reducing lateral insta

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bility and arm fatigue. We love fishing these rods on our local bass ponds or in Canada fishing small mouths with poppers. s Taper is tailored to cast large, wind resistant flies. s A stronger tip and center section to help lift heavy line and flies off the water. s More leverage for fighting larger fish s Tangle free Fuji ceramic stripper guides s Premium grade half-wells cork handles with fighting butt. s Tannin blank color

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Payload 789 7 Payload 889 8 Payload 989 9 Payload 1089 10

8´ 9˝ 8´ 9˝ 8´ 9˝ 8´ 9˝

Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt Fighting Butt

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$675 675 675 675

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Sage Salt R8 Saltwater Fly Rods More Fight, More Touch!

N O , T H I S I S not Audi’s 200 mph supercar, the

R8, but Sage’s super advanced and fast action SALT R8 fly rod. Just like the car this stick is all about pure brute-strength, power and speed. The talented engineers at Sage have added 25% more strength while at the same time keeping the rod super light and nimble. They increased the pulling power to tame the largest beats that swim the sea without adding more material, fillers or reinforcement. That translated into a rod that reduces landing time, and stress on the fish and angler.

Despite its prowess as a fish-fighting-heavyweight, the SALT R8, especially in the big guns (10 15 weights), retains a refined touch, is accurate for short or long shots and delivers precise presentations. Sage rod designers have perfected rod profile, fiber alignment, strength, and touch while at the same time increasing the casting sweet spot. The

team here at The Fly Shop have put these rods through their paces over the last 14 months and couldn’t be happier with the rod’s casting and fish fighting ability. We can’t wait to put it to the ultimate test on the Providence Atoll, Seychelles this spring on Geets! s Heavy-duty reel seat for enhanced contact and confidence, heavy-duty reel seat and oversized locking rings keep reel tight to the rod for greater contact. s Saltwater specific guide set - Fuji K-guides resist corrosion, while angled shape prevents snags and tangling in the chaos of the fight. Oversized chrome snake guides and tip-top allow larger saltwater knots to pass with ease s Enhanced durability and toughness withstands more rugged situations and demands of remote travel

Ultra-powerful, Ultra-smooth, and Ultra-light MOST D E M A N D I N G conditions require a different kind of tool. Stong head wind?

Fish at distance? Bulky rigs? Heavy sink-tips? Built with Sage’s Konnetic HD technology the Igniter is tuned to handle the most technical of conditions.

Equipped with a high line speed taper to carry large amounts of line at distance and wind cutting performance the Igniter will get the job done when others won’t. More sensitive than its predecessor, this rod loads easier at short distances and is more

25% greater strength per rod allows for greater pulling power equals more fight for faster landing and less stress on delicate ecosystems

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R8S 790 R8S 890 R8S 990 R8S 1090 R8S 1190 R8S 1290 R8S 1290FG

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Sage Igniter Freshwater 4-Piece Rods

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versatile for a larger variety of applications. The lighter line weights are great for trout and the heavier are optimal for saltwater or big game species. s Half-wells grip on smaller sizes and Full-wells grip with fighting butt on the larger sizes. s Fuji ceramic stripping guides s Cocobolo hardwood reel inserts on freshwater models and anodized aluminum reel inserts on larger sizes. s Chipotle blank color

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Igniter 490 Igniter 590 Igniter 690

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Sage Igniter Saltwater 4-Piece Rods Model

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THE FLY SHOP’S LINE-UP OF EURO NYMPHING RODS &ACCESSORIES

Winston Super 10 Specialty Euro Nymph fly rods These long, mini-rods were created with an action to meet the demands of those anglers interested in the European style of nymphing, and Winston’s three 10-footers (3, 4 and 5 wt.) are the perfect tool for modern high sticking methods.

Each of the Super 10 rods has a finely tuned, progressive medium action with a super-sensitive tip thats perfect for both Euro and indicator nymphing.

Super 10 rods feature specialized guides for tossing monofilament, a down-locking reel seat to redistribute weight, and a 2˝ cork grip extension to reduce the arm fatigue common to Euro nymphing.

Super 10 Boron 4-Piece Nymphing Rods Model

Line

Length

Super1003 Super1004 Super1005

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10´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝

Grip

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s Extra length to cover water effectively

$975

s Sensitive tip to detect subtle takes

975 975

s Stronger mid-section for accurate fly placement s Strong lower half to control larger fish

Echo Carbon XL Nymphing fly rods Extremely light, the Carbon XL Nymph rod is the entry point for the angler interested in exploring the possibilities of Euro nymphing with a euro specific rod without breaking the bank.

The XL features a soft tip to protect light tippets used in Competition styled fishing applications.

Echo Carbon XL Nymphing Rods Model

Echo Carbon XL-3 Echo Carbon XL-4

199.99

Don’t let the name fool you though this rod has the capacity to turn over a dry dropper rig should the need arise to change the game at half time.

Price

s Added length to increase effective nymphing range

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10´ 0˝ 10´ 0˝

$199.99

Echo Shadow II Nymphing fly rod Team USA used these rods to navigate the fly competition scene for several years! The design came from Pete Erickson and his success on the international fly tournament schedule.

These rods compare in performance to other nymph rods costing three times their price.

Echo Shadow II Nymphing Rods Model

Echo Shadow ll-3 Echo Shadow ll-4

Line

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10´ 0˝ 10´ 6˝

$289.99

s A proprietary high modulus graphite to add tip

289.99

sensitivity and compensate for the added length

Echo Shadow X Nymphing fly rod

Few know more about competition in fly fishing than Tim Rajeff and he’s designed this rod to compete on even terms with far more expensive Euro models.

The graphite employed in the Shadow X is super high modulus and allows for the softest takes to be transmitted to the minimal cork for faster hooksets.

Scientific Anglers Mastery Euro Nymph Kit Easily convert almost any single hand trout rod quickly to a Euro Nymphing setup with this kit. Includes a 20´ floating Euro Nymph Tip (0.025˝dia), our Absolute Euro Nymph leader, and foam storage spool.

Kit includes 20´ floating Euro Nymph tip, Absolute Euro Nymph leader, and foam storage spool. s

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Echo Shadow X-3 Echo Shadow X-36

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10´ 0˝ 10´ 6˝

Price

$459.99 459.99

Mastery Euro Tactical Nymph lines feature a braided core that minimizes memory and line sag, producing a more sensitive connection to your flies. Available in a level line, the most efficient for tightline nymphing while remaining FIPS compliant and a double taper version with slightly more mass to allow dry flies to be cast. s Formulated with Advanced Shooting Technology

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Attach tippet to the tippet ring included at the end of this Euro leader and go. The leader features an integrated Tri-color “sighter” to keep knots and tippet rings to an absolute minimum, reducing any unneeded drag in your system. $14.95 24.95

s Exceptionally light weight with a stealth matte finish s Balance weight system to help fight the arm fatigue

that comes from holding the rod high all day.

Mastery Euro Tactical Nymph Braided Core Double Taper

s Double taper version maintains .022˝ tip, but tapers to a slightly larger belly so that it can be overhead cast when needed s Level .022˝ dia., coated fly line for tight line presentations.

Scientific Anglers Euro Nymph Leader

#26673 13.5´ 2x 29839 30´ 4x

Echo Shadow X Nymphing Rods Model

Scientific Anglers“Sighter” Tippet Tri-colored tippet material that’s designed specifically for Euronymphing style rigs. The High-Viz colors alternate every 10˝ and will help you to see your drift a lot better, while allowing you to build customized leaders. s Green, White, and Orange colors alternate every 10 inches Code

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AirFlo Super Dri, Clear Euro Czech Nymph Line Unquestionably the most popular European competition fly line with an extra thin (.6mm) diameter for minimum drag and a low-stretch Power Core for strength. Supple to minimize coiling, and sensitive to help you control your presentation, and feel and react to every strike. #28466 $54.95

Scientific Anglers Indicator Markers Vibrant markers for those wishing to build their own sighter leaders. s Quick and easy to apply- fast drying and waterproof s Stays put when dry – no color transfer s Removable with alcohol wipes

#31891 Orange 31892 Pink 31890 4 pack

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High performance swing fly rods

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Scott Swing Fly Rods

Scott has developed a swing rod for all occasions!

W H E N Y O U S E T O U T T O C H A S E migrating fish, you better be pre-

pared for a whole lot of heartache with an occasional pulse of adrenaline.

Any given day Mother Nature will throw nasty weather at you. Your buddies told you where to go, but the fish moved 20 miles upriver overnight. When you choose to play this game there is no guarantee that the fish will even be there. So, your gear better show up.

The Swing series from Scott does just that. From Scandi lines to long bellies to heavy tips on the end of a Skagit head, these rods perform. They’ll kick over a skater 100 feet out on a 20 foot leader and rip a 5 inch intruder

Handcrafted in Colorado

To catch steelhead and salmon, you need to swim the fly at the right angle, the right depth, and the right speed. The right rod can help solve that puzzle.

Swing rods feature progressive loading actions, fast recovery speed, directional stability, and a light in hand feel, from combining finely tuned new tapers with our multi-directional, multi-modulus layups, ARC2 reinforcement, Carbon Link resin system, and the very finest components.

New fully milled aluminum reel seat with aggressive threads for operating with cold hands, type 3 hard coat, and specially milled reel foot pockets that securely hold current performance reels and most vintage reel feet.

You can fish floating line, sinking line, dry flies, wet flies, traditional swing, riffle hitch, nymph and indicator. Long belly, Skagit, Scandi. The variations are endless.

out of the anchor and send it towards your target.

Spey casting produces a fair amount of torque on the rod and Scott’s XCore and Arc2 technologies really shine here and provide excellent directional stability. They feature progressive loading actions and fast recovery speeds.

With components like titanium stripping guides and a completely redesigned aluminum reel seat that can accommodate both the new high tech reels and our beloved antiques, they feel incredibly light in the hand.

The 2 single hand rods in the series are a blast to fish. Equally comfortable with long belly lines and a bomber skating on the surface as they are with the shorter compact Skagit lines like the AirFlo Scout. These rods really bring us back to the glory days before the two-handers took over. If it’s been a while since you went out and had a single-hand swing day, give these beauties a wiggle. w w w . t h e f ly s h o p . c o m

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987/4 988/4 1184/4 1186/4 1286/4 1287/4 1387/4 1288/4 1389/4 1419/4 12810/4 14810/4 15110/4 16110/4

9´8˝ 9´8˝ 11´8˝ 11´8˝ 12´8˝ 12´8˝ 13´8˝ 12´8˝ 13´8˝ 14´1˝ 12´8˝ 14´8˝ 15´1˝ 16´1˝

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THE FLY SHOP’S ENTRY IN THE WORLD OF SPEY FISHING

Built for experts.

Priced for beginners!

Our S2H2O Spey Rods raised eyebrows and have gotten endorsements from an army of double-handed experts, and been battle-tested from Kamchatka to Canada to Alaska and Tierra del Fuego.

These are high-performance rods and, when paired with Skagit and Scandi lines, have energy to spare without sacrificing sensitivity.You can delicately cast loops off of the tip or use more rod to really create some power and drive the line across the river. They’ll handle heavier flies and tips when needed, and fight stiff winds with ease. These rods are capable of generating line speed with very little effort making for tight, fast-traveling, efficient loops.

Practical non-glare finish s Superb components, tailored to each model Cordura-covered spey rod tube s Dynamic, powerful, progressive actions s An extra tip, at no extra charge s Handsome, quality, multi-colored cork s All our H2O fly rods are backed by The Fly Shop® warranty s The best performing spey rods in the sport at this price! s s

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Recommended

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6126-4 7130-4 8136-4

6 7 8

12´6˝ 13´0˝ 13´6˝

4 4 4

Light steelhead, heavy trout Universal steelhead, sea trout

$475

Big river steelheead, sea trout

These rods are a swell choice for the beginner to learn with, but they’re built for experts who have dialed in their casting stroke. And don’t cost a bundle!

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THE FLY SHOP’S SWITCH & SPEY ROD LINE-UP

Winston AIR TH

A I R T H R O D S redefine twohand casting performance. SuperSilica resin system and Boron technology, makes these rods unbelievably light, perfectly balanced, powerful, responsive, and fun to fish.

Deep loading action with fast recovery rates, are ideal for any steelhead and salmon fishing application. Adaptive and specified grain windows that are ideal for specific twohand applications. In addition to the dialed grain windows, AIR TH models utilize smaller diameter grips to give anglers more feel and intuition during the cast.

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Sage SPEY R8 Spey & Switch rods

B Y U T I L I T I Z I N G S A G E ’ S proprietary Revolution

8 graphite, SPEY R8 rods heightened the smooth transfer of energy throughout the three key components of the Spey cast, allowing anglers to effectively Lift line off the water, Load the rod sufficiently, and deliver the fly to the target.

Casts become instinctive and consistent. Simultaneously, Sage Fine-Tuned rod models and actions to match the vast array of Spey situations found around the globe. The result is a Spey Casting Synergy that’s enjoyable and approaching

Echo TR2 Spey & Switch rods

T R 2 S P E Y is light weight and dialed for far more than just two-hand swinging with Skagit and Scandi heads: Flick an emerger off the tip, mend a country mile of

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Echo Trout Spey rods

T R O U T S P E Y R O D Series is designed by world-class, expert fly casters for a powerful and compact casting stroke and is particularly appropriate for tight places, small rivers and large streams.

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AIR TH rods adjust to any casting style and preference by utilizing several standardized rod lengths across multiple grain windows. In the same way the 9´ rod length became the industry standard for a versatile single hand rod, Winston dialed in their famous 13´3˝ lengths in 6, 7, and 8 weight grain windows to specify the perfect rod length across different applications.

Whether anglers prefer sustained anchor, touch and go, traditional, or mid belly techniques, Winston AIR TH rods support infinite casting styles, and offer unrivaled feel and performance across any two-hand casting application. effortless. Be it steelhead, Atlantic salmon, Chinook salmon, or sea-run brown trout; Skagit, Scandi or Traditional lines.

Spey R8 rods capitalize on each cast, increasing the likelihood of the almighty moment that we all are devoted to.

These rods are categorized under 4 different actions; Switch, Lightweight Line Speed, Max Versatility, and Most Powerful. Each rod also shows the ideal Skagit or Scandi line for it’s ideal use.

line with an indicator nymph rig, tight-line nymph, fish a dry fly hatch, and anything else you may find yourself needing in ever-changing trout fisheries.

Smaller models (3 and 4 weight) are beginner-friendly and an easy, inexpensive way to wade into the world of 2-handed trout fishing. And like most Echo products, they perform like rods costing twice the price.

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Length

AIRTH1266 AIRTH1336 AIRTH1337 AIRTH1338 AIRTH1299

12´6˝ 13´3˝ 13´3˝ 13´3˝ 12´9˝

Line

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Length

Line

7116-4 X 8116-4 X

11´6˝ 11´6˝

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Sage SPEY R8 Spey Rods 12´6˝ 5 $1,300

5126-4 X 6130-4 X 7126-4 X 7130-4 X 7136-4 X 8126-4 X 8130-4 X 8136-4 X 9130-4 X 9140-6 X 10150-4 X

13´0˝ 12´6˝ 13´0˝ 13´6˝ 12´6˝ 13´0˝ 13´6˝ 13´0˝ 14´0˝ 15´0˝

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Echo TR2 Spey/Switch 4-pc Rods 11´0˝ 3 $379.99

TR 3110 TR2 TR 4113 TR2 TR 6126 TR2 TR 7130 TR2 TR 8136 TR2

11´3˝ 12´6˝ 13´0˝ 13´6˝

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Echo Trout Spey 4-pc Rods 11´0˝ 2 $524.99

TS-2110 TS-3110 TS-4110

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Choosing your next fly reel Fly reels are a critical component of your fly fishing outfit. They can be utilitarian, a get-the job-done-tool, or a spectacular expression of your love of the sport or species you chase all tricked out with sick graphics!

R E G A R D L E S S O F H O W M U C H you want to spend, or how crazy you

want to go with graphics or intricate machining, careful consideration must be given to your fishing application before investing in a quality fly reel.

Be it an old school click and pawl Hardy for your double handed rod; beefy Abel SDS for migratory tarpon at ESB Lodge; the fortress-made Hardy Fortuna Regent that will stop the biggest, baddest GT in the Seychelles or a Ross Evolution LTX for your 4-weight spring creek rig, The Fly Shop® has you covered.

Our fly reel selections are based on merit. We spend 1,000’s of hours each year fishing and testing these reels, putting them through their paces, weeding out the good from the bad, so you don’t have to. Put that experience to work for you.

Give us a call, let us know what you want and need in a fly reel, and we will help you make a savvy decision and get it in your hands in a matter of days.

What to consider when buying a freshwater reel?

I T ’ S I M P O R T A N T to know exactly what your needs are for your future

angling in order to make sure you have the right reel.

The first question is, am I going to need a strong drag or will a simple click and pawl get the job done? Most of your trout fishing that you will do on small streams you will likely play the fish with nothing but finger tension, making the reel not much more important than a line storage device…but it still has to be pretty!

Balance and performance are the major factors to take into consideration. The reel that you have on your 5-weight trout setup has no business on your 8weight baby tarpon outfit. The line won't fit, it will not have the proper backing capacity, and it will physically not balance the rod while fishing. Getting the right tool for the job is extremely important!

Our advice is to look at exactly where you will be fishing and then choose your reel based on that. This could mean having several reels to cover all of your freshwater, saltwater, jungle and swing fishing. It is kind of like with golf clubs, you can’t play every hole with just one club. And you can’t fish every piece of water with just one rod and reel.

What to consider when buying a saltwater reel?

E V E R Y S A L T W A T E R A N G L E R would agree that a saltwater reel must

have a large capacity spool as well as a drag system that is sealed and can stop a Prius.

There is no more destructive environment for fly fishing tackle, especially metal, than the saltwater. So having an anodized, sealed drag reel is an absolute must.

Weight is the very next thing that we look for when selecting a quality saltwater reel. Many times you are casting at moving fish throughout the angling day and having a lighter reel will reduce weight and fatigue.

Experienced saltwater anglers won’t settle for anything but the very best. The Fly Shop® has you covered with a range of prices and great options.

Some destinations require the absolute strongest reels on the market, such as the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean. Giant Trevally have broken most of the saltwater reels on the market and many of the guides know immediately when you show up what the outcome will be. So these trips require the highest quality and performance available.

On the other hand, bonefish, snook, and permit require less and you can get away with a modestly priced saltwater or freshwater reel with a sealed drag.

We’ve put together a great selection of saltwater reels to choose from which you can find on pages 78 and 79.

We haven’t forgotten about Spey reels

T H I S S E L E C T I O N C A N L E A D T O arguments among the true Spey

anglers around the world.

Many anglers who chase anadromous fish still love the old favorite noise makers while others prefer a standard reel with an amazing drag. We will leave that decision and argument to you and your friends. Most of the diehard swingers will prefer the sound of a click and pawl. While a good drag with plenty of stopping power may help you land the fish of a lifetime, most of us know that swinging flies is not a numbers game. When the big one grabs and rips line off the reel you’ll want a loud clicker. That way, everyone on the river will know you are hooked into your elusive target.

One thing you will need for sure is capacity. Spey lines are much thicker than traditional lines and you will need plenty of room to store them on your reel.

For your 6-weight Spey rod, think 9-weight single hand reel. You can find our excellent Spey reel selection on Page 80.

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The Fly Shop’s Signature Fly Reels Our

L2A Fly Reels

are in a class by themselves!

They’ve got a super-smooth, ultra-reliable drag that’s sensitive enough to protect fine tippet, yet strong enough to stop any fish in freshwater right in its tracks.

There isn’t a better fly reel made or sold anywhere else at a better price.

The L2A reel is made for fish that want to bust you off. That’s when the friction-free spin of our L2A spool and precision-machined L2A frame and perfectly matched spool is going to make a difference.

L2A reels are made for actual situations when anglers don’t have time to think about the reel.

The Fly Shop’s L2A reels uses a durable, sensitive, and nearly infallible drag and spindle design system with 34 drag settings that will handle any imaginable freshwater fishing situation.

Its a drag that is now common to dozens of other reels in the industry, and one that has proven to perform flawlessly in the most demanding freshwater situations Fully machined from T-6061 aircraft aluminum Quick change, inexpensive spools s Super-sensitive drag s Easily adapted to left or right hand wind retrieve s Completely anodized for strength and durability

The Fly Shop’s L2A reels are tailored for those times when the fish you’re after strikes, you have set the hook, and the fun starts.

Suddenly, terms like ‘low start up inertia’ mean your tippet is still intact and the fish you’ve been searching for is still there.

You might still have to worry about possible wind knots and think about the strength of that tippet and some other stuff.

But with an L2A reel on your rod, it’s performance will be the least of your concerns.

The L2A reel is the most popular fly reel we’ve ever had here at The Fly Shop® and features a price tag that has made it one of the top values in fly fishing tackle.

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L2A 4/5 L2A 5/6 L2A 7/8

Lines

Code

Reel

WF4 or 5 #6413 $149 WF5 or 6 6414 159 WF7 or 8 6415 169

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Spool

#6578 $75 6579 80 6580 85

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M2A Fly Reel M2A fly reel delivers features never before offered in a fly reel anywhere near our price.

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M2A 4/5 WF 4, 5, 6 M2A 6/7 WF 5, 6, 7

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#6455 $109 6512 119

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#6456 $52 6513 56

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Galvan Torque Fly Reels

The Fly Shop’s most popular Galvan reel is made in the California foothills, east of Sacramento, by a family of American machinists.The Torque is beautiful, functional, exceptionally light, with an ultra-reliable drag system.

The Torque fly reels are time-tested favorites among our expert regional anglers. They’re fully machined, polished, andk photo then anodized in a choice Br yan Quic of five super-attractive colors to match most rods. The large arbor fea-

ture serves to reduce the rpms when a fish is running and helps to retrieve line quickly. The large diameter spool will minimize line memory, and the extensive porting reduces weight, optimizes the strength/weight ratio of

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Spool

Capacity

Reel

Spool

Torque 3 Torque 4 Torque 5 Torque 6 Torque 7 Torque 8 Torque 9 Torque 10 Torque 12

2, 3 4, 5 5, 6 6, 7 7 8, 9 9 9, 10 11, 12

T-3 T-4 T-5 T-6 T-7 T-8 T-9 T-10 T-12

T-3S T-4S T-5S T-6S T-7S T-8S T-9S T-10S T-12S

WF3+50 WF4+100 WF5+125 WF6+150 WF7+150 WF8+200 WF9+225 WF10+250 WF12+300

$400 420 440 465 475 485 510 535 590

$185 195 205 215 225 230 240 250 280

the aluminum frame, and helps dry your line.

Available in black, blue, green, orange or clear finish s Machined 6061 bar-stock anodized aircraft aluminum s Rapid line retrieve large arbor spools s Broad range of detent drag settings s Ultra-smooth and consistent disc drag s Easily converted from left to right hand wind s Fully saltwater-safe, stainless steel components s Extensively ported, and super-light s Like all Galvan reels, they’re 100% made in America s

Galvan Rush LT Reel

There are sexier reels. There are lighter reels. But there aren’t any reels that offer the sheer dependability and functionality that these fully machined drag reels have at this price. Rush LT reels can handle anything thrown at them.

They were the predecessor to Galvan’s higher end Torque reel, feature the same composite disc drag, and are essentially the same high quality but with simpler, slightly heavier porting pattern. In fact, the Galvan Rush LT spools fit perfectly on the Torque frame – and Torque spools will marry the Rush frame.

The extensive additional porting, machining, and polishing on the Torque models reduce weight and add ventilation, but also considerable expense.

Incredibly durable and a terrific, feature laden, fly reel value!

Available in black, blue, green, orange or clear anodized finishes s Employs the ultra-reliable Torque drag system s Maximum porting to reduce overall weight s Minimal start up inertia s Saltwater-safe Type II anodization and stainless steel components s Easily converted from left to right hand wind retrieve s Machined 6061 bar-stock anodized aircraft aluminum s Interchangeable with Torque frame and spools s Like all Galvan reels, they’re 100% made in America s s

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Capacity

Rush LT 3 Rush LT 4 Rush LT 5 Rush LT 6 Rush LT 8 Rush LT 10 Rush LT 12

WF3 +50 WF4 +100 WF5 +100 WF6 +150 WF8 + 200 WF10 + 250 WF12 + 300

R u s h LT F l y R e e l s S p o o l W i d t h We i g h t Code

.85˝ .85˝ .90˝ .95˝ 1.25˝ 1.35˝ 1.35˝

4.5 oz 4.8 oz 5.2 oz 5.5 oz 8.1 oz 8.8 oz 9.1 oz

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$145 155 165 175 190 200 210

Specifically designed to balance longer Euro style rods, the G.E.N. (Galvan Euro Nymph) reel uses the same proven chassis and drag system as Galvan’s Torque series of reels but with a full “cage” between the reel and spool, preventing fine diameter ESN (Euro Style Nymphing) lines from slipping between the two.

The new G.E.N. reel features an increased spool arbor diameter to maximize line retrieval and minimizing line coiling in colder water.

The Brookie is beautiful, functional, and a technological work of art. The friction-free spool and revolutionary frame eliminates all the unnecessary weight and strikes a perfect balance between simplicity and durability.

At the same time, the Brookie has a gorgeous finish, an uncomplicated ultra-reliable drag that’ll perform flawlessly with any lightweight fly rod.

The Brookie does more than just look good, and is our first choice as a companion to any ultra-light fly rod.

Model

Code

#24392 24393 24394 24395 24396 24397 24398

Galvan G.E.N. Euro

Galvan Brookie

Black, blue, green, orange or clear finish Easily converted to left/right retrieve s Foolproof drag system s Virtually no start up inertia resistance s Lightweight, super strong frame s Machined from 6061 aluminum s Completely ported for light weight s Exceptionally large arbor to prevent coiling common with light line reels s Galvan fly reels are made in the USA

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#24385 $295 24386 315 24387 335 24388 355 24389 400 24390 425 24391 455

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Lamson ultra-light, innovative, high performance fresh and saltwater fly reels

Everything Lamson is 100% designed and built by a creative team of fly fishing machinists, craftsmen, and visionaries in Boise Idaho.

These guys have been pushing the envelope surrounding fly reel architecture and changing how people think about fly reels for 20 years.

Lamson Guru S Fly Reels

Guru S Fly Reels

The Guru S has an excellent price tag for a fully machined fresh and saltwater safe reel. It is extremely lightweight, ultra-reliable and features their proprietary conical drag.

This model was updated in 2019 with a more fully ported spool and cutaway frame to reduce weight and improve line drying. A narrow profile, large arbor spool speeds line retrieval and incorporates a unique counterbalance.

The Guru S is completely Type II saltwater anodized and all parts are stainless steel, making the reel one of the lightest available reels for both fresh and salt.

Excellent CNC machined reels at a great price.

Model

Lines

Capacity

Guru 3 Guru 5 Guru 7 Guru 9

2/3/4 4/5/6 6/7/8 8/9/10

WF3+60 #26597 $299.99 WF5+100 26598 299.99 WF7+180 26599 349.99 WF10+220 26600 369.99

Code

Reel

Code

Completely ported, ventilated, large arbor spool Fully machined from 6061 Aircraft Aluminum s Conical Drag System s Color: OG Olive Green s Made in the USA

Spool

#26601 $159.99 26602 169.99 26603 179.99 26604 189.99

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Echo is a small, personable company of fly-fisher folk residing in Vancouver, Washington

They are the vision of Tim Rajeff – the culmination of his huge personality and an outlet of both creativity and service to the industry.

When in the office, Tim spends all his time designing new lines and rods or helping with customer service.

Echo Bravo LT Fly Reel

B r a v o LT F l y R e e l

Starting with Echo's proven drag design, they cut, shaved, and overhauled the core of the reel until they could shoehorn a four-layer carbon fiber drag system in the hub of the ECHO BRAVO LITE reels. The design includes O-rings to keep water and dirt from entering the guts of the reel. The design allows a person to not only change the retrieve from left to right without tools, but also completely disassemble the drag and service it without spilling a drop of their beer.

Model

LT 4/5

Diameter

Inner Width

We i g h t

Reel

0.48˝

0.89˝

4.85 oz

$119.99

All-new 4 Carbon Disc Drag System Large arbor design for faster line pickup s Durable, solid aluminum alloy construction s Incoming/outgoing audible click s Easily convertible from left to right hand retrieve s Sealed to protect against damaging elements s s

Ross has been making reels in America since 1973

Ross started in a little California town just north of Redding.Their motto “made on the water” became accentuated with the company’s move to Colorado and their commitment to design and innovation has resulted in some of the best fly reels on the market today!

Ross Evolution LTX Reels

E v o l u t i o n LT X F l y R e e l s

Ross has reinvented one of the best trout reels made, and the Evolution LTX is now lighter, faster and offers a sealed drag 4 times stronger than its predecessor.

Everything has been thought of with this reel design from an arbor knot channel that enables smooth backing loading hiding arbor knots, a Micarta handle made from a canvas phenolic rod adding durability and increased grip when wet.

The LTX is a top of the line freshwater reel, and a solid choice for light saltwater applications. It is not only a great trout reel but has the power to take on redfish, bonefish, or snook, and is built to last for many enjoyable seasons to come.

Model

Lines

Reel Capacity

Code

Reel

LTX 3/4 LTX 4/5 LTX 5/6 LTX 7/8

3/4 4/5 5/6 7/8

WF4+50 WF5+70 WF6+95 WF8+150

#22783 22784 22785 22786

$475 475 475 475

The drag system is based on the stacked-disc principle found on the popular, time-tested, field-proven Evolution Reel s The bright black finish is hard anodized and polished for the perfect balance of durability, color, and elegance s The frame and spool are machined from 6061-16 aluminum, specifically engineered for Ross Reels s The spool utilizes a unique, impregnated, bronze bushing s

Ross Animas Reels

Animas Fly Reels

The time-proven features that made the Animas a favorite of professionals were incorporated into this advanced version in 2019, along with new machining features to bring it into the modern era of Ross.

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Animas 4-5 Animas 5-6 Animas 7-8

Lines

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Code

Reel

4/5 5/6 7/8

4.1 oz.

4.43 oz.

4.74 oz.

#25290 25291 25292

$385

A composite drag system field-proven by 80,000 fly rodders Trouble-free, zero maintenance spool s A machined, anodized reel that’s a terrific value s Lightweight Micarta handle that’s easy to grip when wet s Like all Ross reels, it is made in America s Color: Black or Matte Olive

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Abel Vaya Spanish for ‘Go!’, as in go outside, go explore, go fishing!

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Crafted by avid Colorado anglers, the VAYA series debuts an all-new technical look and feel paired with outstanding performance. The partiallyported VAYA frame offers the unique combination of minimized weight, incredible rigidity, and just enough surface area to highlight Abel’s hand-anodized finishes. The frame interior also features varying sets of CNC-milled fly patterns, relevant to each size of reel.

The large-arbor spool features a precision-balanced, dualpawl drag engagement design that eliminates the need for a counterweight. The spool’s mechanical incoming click compliments the audible, smooth feel of the outgoing drag. The car-

bon/stainless multi-disk drag system produces substantial resistance, while providing a wide range of adjustability for delicate tippet.

Partially-ported frame for the perfect balance of weight, sound, and visual appeal s Different sets of milled fly pattern silhouettes on interior of each frame relevant to the size of the reel s 5-disc alternating carbon/stainless steel drag stack s Large arbor for faster retrieve and reduced line memory s Quick-change spool design with proven O-ring release s User convertible retrieval system s Every Abel is made in America s

Vaya Fly Reels Model

Lines

We i g h t

Black

Solid Colors

Fa d e G ra p h i c

Tier 1 Graphics

Vaya 4/5 Vaya 5/6 Vaya 7/8

4-5 5-6 7-8

5.15 oz 5.45 oz 5.60 oz

$595 595 595

$745 745 745

$895 895 895

$1,095 1,095 1,095

Tier 2 Graphics

$1,195 1,195 1,195

Visit our website to build your Abel reel and view Abels Fish and Signature Graphic options: catalog.theflyshop.com Custom lead times vary please conatct us for Fish Graphic anodized finishes.

Abel Sealed Drag Reels a new standard in fresh and saltwater reels In the 1980’s Steve Abel set a new benchmark in saltwater reels when he introduced the Abel Big Game Series. It was the most coveted saltwater reel of the era and was found on the rod in the hands of nearly every serious tarpon and big game fly fisherman. At least the ones who could afford them.

The newest iteration of quality and performance from Abel is their totally re-engineered Sealed Drag Series, which features a unique, completely sealed, multi-disc braking system that’s powerful, reliable, smooth, and capable of taking on both fresh and saltwater gamefish. SDS (saltwater) versions have all the power needed to halt a hard-fighting tarpon in it’s tracks.

Satin Blue (one of 33 solid colors)

Peacock Bass (one of 8 Legacy colors)

The lightweight SDF (freshwater) models have virtually zero startup inertia, an enormous amount of drag, and three times the adjustment range of its predecessors. They’re just perfect for fighting trophy trout on light tippet.

Abel Sealed Drag Reels are available in a variety of colors and graphic designs. Some resemble the markings of fish species and all are created individually by the Abel art department. If there are more beautiful reels made, we haven’t seen them.

The reels are identical and the complexity of the finish determines its price. They take equipment to a new level in capturing the essence of our sport and are the perfect reel for the angler who won’t settle for anything but the best.

Bonefish ( o n e o f 9 T i e r Tw o c o l o r s )

N a t i v e B r o o k Tr o u t ( o n e o f 9 T i e r Tw o c o l o r s )

Redfish (one of 10 Tier One Colors)

Freshwater Sealed Drag

Large arbor, maximum capacity spool s Guaranteed to last a lifetime s 6061-T651 Aerospace aluminum s Ported or Solid frame options s Alternating stacked fluorocarbon polymer composite and stainless steel disc drag s Quick change spool option s Every Abel is made in America s

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Lines

We i g h t

Black

Solid

Fa d e

Tier 1

Tier 2

SDF 4/5 SDF 5/6 SDF 6/7

4-5 5-6 6-7

5.02 oz.

5.42 oz.

5.63 oz.

$795 845 895

$845 995 1,045

$1,095 1,145 1,195

$1,295 1,345 1,395

$1,395 1,445 1,495

SDS 7/8 SDS 9/10 SDS 11/12

7-8 9-10 11-12

9.07 oz.

9.48 oz.

9.95 oz.

$995 1,095 1,195

$1,295 1,395 1,495

$1,495 1,595 1,695

$1,595 1,695 1,795

Saltwater Sealed Drag

$1,145 1,245 1,345

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Hatch Iconic Fly Reels

Hardy Fortuna Regent Fly Reels

The Iconic reel retains the now “Iconic” Hatch window pattern with 6 fins, recalling the original Finatic model. Instantly identifiable and classic, the Hatch look is simply Iconic. However, they were due for a style upgrade that can be seen in the shape of their drag knob – which brings depth – and their ‘H’ brand logo.

They now use a bright dip finishing that brings out the shine of the machined parts while also keeping the strong coloring of matte anodization.

Iconic fly-fishing brand Hardy continues to surpass expectations in the saltwater space with the Fortuna Regent fly reel. Built to exceed the expectations of competitive saltwater anglers, the Hardy Fortuna Regent reel was designed to deliver effortless control and power under the most demanding conditions. With up to 22 pounds of drag in a single 360-degree rotation you can fight big fish without missing a beat.

Built around a multi pad, carbon fiber disc drag system and housed within a sealed, waterproof hub design, the Hardy Fortuna offers the highest level of sealing yet seen on a Hardy fly reel. In addition, the large arbor spool delivers exceptional line pick up and the narrow spool profile ensures easy level stacking of the line during the heat of the battle.

Built to perform flawlessly, saltwater game species have met their match with the Hardy Fortuna Regent reel.

High Performance Saltwater Fly Reels

American Made Excellence

Hatch was the first and only reel manufacturer to make the reel body out of one piece.

Handle design significantly reduces the risk of galvanic corrosion. s Spool Nut one piece design in order to prevent pieces from coming apart. s Ported spool arbor which allows lines to dry better on the reel after use. s Increased sealing by eliminating water entry points from past models. s The Iconic reel does not utilize a cassette to house the drag system as in the past models – instead, it is now built into the body for improved stability. s Carbon-filled drag material dissipates heat faster and creates a smoother feel. s Available in Large Arbor (All sizes), or Mid Arbor (5+ through 11+) special order s Colors: Black/Silver, Clear/Blue or Grey/Black s s

Hatch Fly Reels

Model

Iconic 3 Plus Iconic 4 Plus Iconic 5 Plus Iconic 7 Plus Iconic 9 Plus Iconic 11 Plus

Lines

Weight

Diameter

Width

3-5 4-6 5-7 7-9 9 - 11 11 - 13

4.9 oz 5.25 oz 5.94 oz 8.89 oz 10.2 oz 11.3 oz

3.25˝ 3.425˝ 3.75˝ 4.125˝ 4.375˝ 4.75˝

.850˝ .850˝ .904˝ 1.05˝ 1.20˝ 1.285˝

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Carbon fiber multi-pad disc drag system Sealed, waterproof drag housing s Large arbor design s Narrow spool profile s Positive, linear drag adjustment with defined detents for ease of setting s Optimum drag window within one turn s High power drag system delivering between 10 lb & 20 lb of top end drag s Comes in Hardy neoprene reel pouch

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Model

HR 8000 HR 10000 HR 12000

Lines

Weight

Diameter

7, 8, 9 9, 10, 11 11+

8.7 oz 9.9 oz 11.4 oz

4.5˝ 5.13˝ 5.5˝

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Galvan Grip Fly Reels

Affordable Saltwater Fly Reels Built strong and reliable for big-game fresh and saltwater action, the Grip features a silky-smooth, fully-sealed drag system that will handle the most extreme conditions and whip the toughest fish. They’re machined by master craftsmen and fitted with a refined fully sealed version of the phenomenal Torque carbon drag system and super-smooth carbon fiber/ceramic ball bearings.

The Grip is a reel you can count on when you’re in a tough fight in the jungle, the saltwater, or in the ring battling any big game fish.

Black or Blue with a clear finish Large arbor s XL handle for maximum torque s Easily converts from left to right retrieve

Saltwater safe Minimal start up intertia s Machined from 6061 aluminum s Galvan reels are made in the USA

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Lines

Weight

Capacity

G-5 G-6 G-7 G-8 G-10 G-12

5/6 6/7 7/8 8/9 9/10 11/12

6.08 oz 6.3 oz 6.67 oz 8.2 oz 8.7 oz 9.5 oz

WF5+125 WF6+150 WF7+150 WF8+200 WF10+250 WF12+300

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Choosing a Spey Reel S P E Y anglers prioritize their search for the best reel by capacity, weight, reliability, durability, and price. But aesthetics are often a very important consideration as well.

Sometimes the sound a reel makes is more important than it’s drag system!

With the exception of switch rods, most doublehanded fishing is done on larger rivers by anglers who are chasing big fish. Of course, reliability and performance is critical. But many in the crowd of

TRADITIONAL

fanatics would argue that they love the added challenge of fishing with the classic “clicker” reels from the past. High performance saltwater reels work great on spey rods, and can do double duty when it is time for your next tarpon trip. But, the hardcore swingers like making a hard game harder, often preferring the simpler gear and pawl reels with no disc drags at all…and they will all tell you that the sound of a screaming clicker, with a steelhead ripping line off of it, is one of the greatest sounds in fly fishing.

Two-handed rods cast larger and thicker lines.

Any appropriate companion spey reel needs adequate capacity (normally 3 line sizes greater than would be proper for single-handed rods – an 8 weight spey rod would be a reel rated for an 11-weight conventional line) and enough weight to counter-balance the long rod. Without the extra weight, your longer fly rod will feel “tip-heavy” during every cast and that will rob you of both casting enjoyment and efficiency.

Galvan Rush LT Reel

The Galvan Rush Light is a fully machined reel, designed and manufactured just down the road from Redding in Sonora, California. They are time-tested, super-durable, and ultra-dependable. The high capacity, larger versions of the Galvan Rush are perfect for both spey and switch anglers.

The Rush shares the same reliable drag system as the Galvan Torque series reels, and have a lot more stopping power than you’ll likely ever need. It’s a bit heavier than the Torque model, the Rush models balance out better on longer rods, so you can stick to fighting fish, not “tip dive”.

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Spool

Rush LT 8 Switch 3, 4, or 5 1.25˝ 8.1 oz Rush LT 10 Spey 6 or 7 1.35˝ 8.8 oz Rush LT 12 Spey 8 or 9 1.35˝ 9.1 oz See our complete line up of all the Galvan Rush LT reels on page 76

Model

Spey Rods

Width

#24389 24390 24391

$400 425 455

24396 24397 24398

$190 200 210

Echo Bravo Reel

The Bravo deserves applause for bringing top quality performance without a top-tier price tag! The handsome, super-light Bravo features a partially-sealed drag and is equally at home in both the salt and the fresh water. It’s a swell choice for whatever fish you’re planning on chasing, and you won’t find another spey reel with this capacity and stopping power at this price! s Pitstop carbon fiber stacked drag system s Extra large arbor design s User serviceable drag system s Sealed to keep the salt out s This might be the best-priced reel made that’ll hold up to salt and brackish water fly fishing Model

Rod

Spey Rod

Capacity

Code

Price

B ravo

7/9 8/10 10/12

Switch 4, 5 or 6 Spey 6, 7 or 8 Spey 8 or 9

WF8 + 200 WF9 + 200 WF10 + 200

#22715 22716 22717

$139.99 139.99 139.99

Bravo Bravo

Hardy 1939 Bougle Heritage Fly Reel

The original Bougle was last produced in 1939, and many collectors believe the reel reached both its functional and aesthetic apex, even though few reels were produced that year. Now, the 1939 Bougle Heritage Reel Series pays homage to those rare originals. These reels feature the time tested Mark II check mechanism and are finished with a dark gun metal anodization, reminiscent of the original. s Classic 1939 style Bougle s Stunning Gun metal colour scheme s Sweet sounding, wide ranging check system s Easily changed from left to right hand wind s Supplied with Hardy Bros. soft leather sheepskin-lined reel pouch Model

Rod

Capacity

Size

Code

Price

GMB025 GMB030 GMB035

5/6/7 7/8/9 9/10/11

DT9+WF6+100 (20lb Dacron) DT2+WF8+150 (20lb Dacron) DT6+WF10+200 (20lb Dacron)

3.5˝ 3.75˝ 4˝

#31112 31113 31114

$725 725 795

Hardy Model Perfect 4-Inch wide spool

The most perfect of the Model Perfect reels. It’s changed very little since its introduction in 1891 and the 4 incher is considered by many experts to be the most classic 7 or 8-weight spey reel ever made for most steelhead, large sea trout or smaller Atlantic salmon.

Model Perfects are machined from solid bar stock aluminum, then hard-anodized for durability and polished to a satin smooth, gunmetal grey finish. Their sweet-sounding spools rotate on stainless steel ball bearings and are held in check by a time-tested, click-and-pawl drag that’s rated as among the most reliable in the world of fly fishing. Nothing sounds like a Hardy. s Easily changed to left or right hand wind s 11 Ounces s Made in the United Kingdom s Extra wide spool with enough line and backing capacity for 7 or 8-weight spey rods. #28493 $875

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What to know about choosing a

Fly Line

Innovation and technology has given the modern anglers a plethora of terrific, specialized fly line choices!

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Necessity is the Mother of Invention Few would argue that in the fly fishing industry’s past decade, fly lines have seen the most technological advancement of any gear in the sport.

These improvements in fly lines have changed the way we fish and the effectiveness of our pursuit.

T H E S P E C I A L T Y F L Y L I N E S available these days cover every aspect

of our sport, including technical dry fly fishing on spring creeks and stillwaters, jungle fishing for Dorado or Peacock Bass, saltwater, bluewater, or throwing mega streamers on Alaskan streams for leopard rainbows.

The majority of the technical advancements in fly lines surround the taper of the line itself. For example, the Scientific Anglers Amplitude Titan/Jungle Floating Fly Line was specifically designed for the Rio Marié in Brazil, the #1 trophy peacock bass fishery in the world. We were struggling to throw the massive flies needed to entice a 20-pound peacock, and when we hooked a beast, more than half the lines broke under the strain of the strike and fight. Something had to be done.

So The Fly Shop®, Scientific Anglers and Untamed Angling put their minds together and after three years of working on prototypes, came up with a fly line that would accurately and efficiently throw an 8-inch long, #5/0 streamer. The lines are built around a braided monofilament tropical core that will retain its

integrity, fish after fish, while at the same time keeping the fly line from becoming soft and limp in the tropical heat and humidity. These lines feature S.A.’s proprietary AST Plus slickness additive that is integrally built into the entire line, not just a coating on the surface.

Today, these lines are the choice of hundreds of anglers that travel to the jungle pursuing some of the hardest striking and fighting exotic game fish in the world… and they are the choice of the travel professionals here at The Fly Shop®.

The next three pages detail the exact fly lines we fish and sell to 1000’s of anglers each year. They represent the very best in design-with-a-function and durability, and will make you a more efficient and successful angler. And they will make your next fly fishing adventure more enjoyable. Take our word on it, these are the fly lines you want. Call us if you have any questions or would like to discuss any of these fly lines in more detail: 800-669-3474.

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The Fly Shop’s Freshwater Floating Fly Line Selection

Nowhere else in our sport are the effects of modern technology as apparent. Tapers, coatings, floatation, the texture, color, and performance of modern fly lines continues to improve.

Each and every generation of fly lines seem to float higher, cast further, last longer, shoot through the guides with less effort, and make fly fishing easier and more fun. These are the best lines made!

Amplitude Infinity & Mastery Infinity All-Purpose Tapers

Rio’s Elite Gold Floating Line

These are the most versatile trout fishing fly lines in our line-up. The difference is in the textured finish, Both lines have floating texture on the line’s tip to keep it riding like a cork, and shooting texture on the (slightly long) weight forward section to reduce friction, add distance, and make it a lot easier to mend nymph rigs or toss streamers. SA added AST Plus slickness agent to smooth the passage through the guides and extend the line’s usable life.

These are half a size heavy to compensate for today’s modern fast action fly rods.

Amplitude Infinity All-Purpose Floating Fly Line #26705 WF3F

#26707

26706 WF4F

26708

▲ Bamboo/Buckskin/Camo

Mastery Infinity All-Purpose Floating Fly Line

WF5F

#26709

WF7F

WF6F

26710

WF8F

90 feet

$129.95

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#28149 WF3F

#28151

WF5F

28150 WF4F

28152

WF6F

▲ Bamboo/Buckskin

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90 feet

#28153

WF7F

#21418

21417 WF4F

21419 WF6F

▲

#21420

WF5F

Mastery MPX Freshwater Floating Fly Line

WF7F

#19586 WF3F

#19588

21421 WF8F

19587 WF4F

19589 WF6F

Optic Green/Turtle Grass/Buckskin ▲ 90 feet $129.95

▲ Amber/Willow ▲

#19590

WF5F

#19604

19603 DT3F

19605 DT5F

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Dark Willow ▲ 90 feet

#19606

DT4F

#19814 WF3F

#19816

19817 WF6F

WF5F

Optic Green/Green ▲ 90 feet

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$79.95

Amplitude Anadro Floating Fly Line & Mastery Anadro Floating Line

The Fly Shop® and Scientific Anglers teamed up to design this floating fly line for indicator nymph fishing. The results were better than we could have hoped for and the taper is now available in both the Amplitude and the Mastery series. Amplitude lines feature a microtexture finish that differs from the Mastery lines. Tossing large indicators and split shot is a lot easier with the long, 60´+ belly built into this taper, whether roll casting, mending, single-hand spey casting, or lining up a switch rod, there’s no better choice than one of the Anadro Floating fly lines.

Amplitude Anadro Floating Fly Line #22613

22615 WF8F

22616 WF9F

WF6F

▲ Turtle Grass/Willow/Optic Green

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#27785 WF8F

Mastery Anadro Floating Fly Line

#22614 WF7F ▲ 100 feet $129.95

#19597 WF5F

#19598

19600 WF8F

19601 WF9F

▲ Green/Yellow

▲

WF6F

100 feet

#27788 WF6F

▲ Green/Camo/Gray

#29845 WF5F ▲

#29846 WF6F

White/Red/Grey

▲

#19599

WF7F

$79.95

#29847 WF7F

Cortland Camo Intermediate Fly Line Super-stealthy, clear camo line that disappears in the water. Cortland’s solid monofilament core is fused to a clear polymer coating formulated to perform in a wide range of temperatures. The ultra-slow sink rate (less than 2 inches per second) keeps the fly in the feeding zone longer than any other line. Our most popular stillwater line. #3232 WF4I

#3233 WF5I

21850 WF8I

24541 WF9I

#3234 WF6I

Amplitude Creek Trout Floating Line

#28161 WF3F

▲ Moss/Leather/Willow

90 feet

#19582 WF8F

#19583 WF9F

$79.95

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#28162 WF4F

#28163 WF5F

▲ 90 feet

$99.95

Mastery Bass Bug Taper Built to turn over the big bugs, and toss them a mile. The taper of this line is similar to the Mastery Titan, but with a specialized warmweather coating built to withstand hot temperatures. #25301 WF6F

#27559 WF7F

▲ Frog Green/Shad Blue

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$64.95

Designed for casting in small creeks where your average weight forward line doesn’t make the cut. Short overall head length to match smaller waters with a longer front taper that ensures leader turnover at any distance. Easily handles small dries to larger terrestrial patterns often used on these types of waters.

28164 WF6F

#19581 WF7F

#3235 WF7I

24542 WF10I

#28160 WF2F

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#29848 WF8F

90 feet $129.99

Mastery Freshwater Titan Taper Floating Fly Line

#19580 WF6F

#27789 WF7F

90 feet $129.99

Designed to turnover a wide range of indicators and fly sizes for long casts, efficient mends, and big dead drifts. The first 30 ft. is roughly two AFFTA sizes heavy to make carrying and turnover of big indicators and heavy nymph rigs a breeze.

The Titan fly lines are a great choice for tossing mice in Kamchatka, and big, topwater bass bugs at home. It’s our own go-to floating line for Peacock Bass with a popper, or when we’re using a long leader and a slightly subsurface streamer in freshwater. The short, heavy front taper turns over air-resistant patterns that a standard weight forward taper couldn’t possibly handle, and makes fishing with big dry flies a whole lot easier. ▲ Blue/Green

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Rio Elite Indicator Line

19815 WF4F

$79.95

#22612 WF5F

#27786 WF4F

Mastery Trout Weight Forward Taper Floating Fly Line

DT6F

#27789 WF7F

90 feet $129.99

WF7F

Mastery Trout Double Taper & Mastery Trout Weight Forward Floating Lines

Mastery Trout Double Taper Floating Fly Line

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A shorter front taper and slightly heavier line than the Rio Gold, the Perception lines load the rod sooner, are easier to control at short range, and effortless to cast at any distance. Perfect for less experienced casters, and ideal for fishing small streams and stillwater.

$79.95

90 feet

#27788 WF6F

▲ Green/Gold/Gray

19591 WF8F

Mastery Trout Tapers feature Advanced Shooting Technology (AST) line coatings to help speed the line through the guides quietly and smoothly. Double taper fly lines are the choice of most small stream enthusiasts. They excel in making delicate short and medium range presentations with little or no commotion. Weight forward tapers generate more line speed and it’s easier to cast long distance with them.They’ll turn over larger dry flies and are a great choice for most situations. #19602 DT2F

#27787 WF5F

#27785 WF3F

Rio’s Elite Perception Floating Line

Amplitude MPX & Mastery MPX Freshwater Floating Lines

#21416 WF3F

#27786 WF4F

$79.95

With a bit more mass on the front end of the line’s taper, MPX tapers deliver the fly efficiently and effortlessly. All MPX lines are a half line weight heavy to help load fast action rods quickly. They have muscle and the finesse previously only available from lines with longer, less versatile taper profiles. MPX lines truly cover all the bases and rate at the top of the list of all ‘round fly lines.

Amplitude MPX Freshwater Floating Fly Line

The addition of the brand new “SlickCast” finish on the Elite fly lines has added an incredible new dimension of durability and distance to their freshwater fly lines. Now, more than ever, the Rio Gold lines can be counted on to toss a stable loop at close or long range, and pitch a fly to the horizon.

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Specialty Saltwater Fly Lines

Saltwater, stillwater, jungle rivers, fast creeks and rivers, deep lakes, spooky fish, are only a few of the specialty situations that require lines with a tactical advantage.

Other destinations might demand extreme distance casting, or require driving a bulky bass, redfish, tarpon, or snook fly into the wind. We’ve got those, (and more) bases covered.

Amplitude Smooth Grand Slam Line

Amplitude Textured Bonefish Plus Floating Taper

The highest-performance smooth fly lines in the world. With up to five times less drag and eight times the durability of traditional lines, this will change the way you look at fly line performance. With a short, powerful head the Grand Slam cuts through wind and turns over crabs, shrimp, and tarpon toads with ease. Bonefish, Permit, and Tarpon – All in one line.

The newest generation of fly lines incorporates the identical tapers and all the features of the Mastery Series and adds both the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive and a unique micro-texture to reduce friction.The stiff, tropical core insures accuracy and adds effortless distance.

#29825

#29826

7wt

29827 11wt

#28815 9wt

8wt

#28816 10wt

#31894

28828 12wt

▲ Pale Yellow/Sand/Horizon

WF7F

▲ Black/Yellow/Ivory

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#31895

WF8F

100 feet

$129.95

#31896

WF9F

100 feet $99.95

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Amplitude Tarpon Floating Taper A larger version of the Bonefish model, the Amplitude Tarpon Floating Taper has a short head for quick shots, AST Plus, and subtle microtexturing in the running section that combine to make this the best tarpon fly line on the market.

Amplitude Redfish Warm and Cold Taper Floating Fly Line Catching a tailing redfish might be the greatest thing in the world. Just make sure you have the right line for the job. The Amplitude Smooth Redfish Taper is designed with a short head for quick shots, which is exactly what you’ll need when you’re poling through a marsh in 10 inches of water on a brutally hot summer afternoon or on a freakishly chilly winter day.

Warm Cold

#28154 7wt

#28155 8wt

#28156

21857 8wt

21858 9wt

21859 10wt

#22679 WF10F

#29708 9wt

▲ Black/Horizon/Dark Turtle Grass/Camo

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#22681 WF12F

WF11F $129.95

100 feet

Amplitude Infinity Saltwater Floating Taper

$99.95

The most advanced saltwater line in our sport. Features AST Plus slickness additive for increased durability and smooth passage through the guides, while the longer head and a bit extra weight helps this line perform like a shooting head, even on the windiest of days.

Amplitude Tropical Titan Line

#29995 8wt 29998 12wt

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9wt

The perfect line for big flies in hot places.The Titan taper (+2 line sizes heavy) which is all about delivering big flies with ease in conjunction with SA’s proven Tropi-Core materials for maximum performance on the flats or out in the bluewater. This line is exceptionally easy to cast and is perfectly paired on many of today’s faster and high performance saltwater fly rods. #29994 7wt 29997 11wt

#22680

▲ Black/Sand/Ivory

#29996 10wt

#26716

WF7F

#26717

WF8F

#26718

WF9F

26719

W10F

26720

WF11F

26721

WF12F

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Black/Sand/Horizon

$129.95

100 feet

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100 feet $129.95

Scientific Anglers Seamless Sonar Sinking Fly Lines

Sonar lines are the latest generation of sinking line technology. They provide a direct connection to the fly, keeping the angler in control of every second it’s in the water.

They definitely improve the ability to feel the strike sooner and set the hook earlier! ▲ Both ends are looped for easy rigging ▲ Super-strong, braided multifilament core ▲ Ideal for both cold and warm water climates ▲ Predictable sink rates

These new subsurface fly lines are a huge departure from the graduated density fly lines of years past. They incorporate a smooth, seamless transition between the multiple floating, sinking tip, or different sinking rate sections and eliminate the “hinge effect” that made previous multi-density lines so difficult to cast. The final result in all the Sonar fly lines is a constant, straight connection to the subsurface flies as they drop, and as they swing in the water column.

Sonar Seamless Stillwater Dual-Density & Intermediate Camo Sinking Lines

Sonar Stillwater Sinking lines provide straight line connections to subsurface flies, and these sinking fly lines seamlessly combine two different density sections of fly line. ▲ Ideal for lakes, ponds, and stillwater ▲ Super-strong, braided multifilament core

Scientific Anglers 25-foot Sonar Sinking Tip Fly Lines These long, high-density sinking tips are backed with a high floating belly and a narrow diameter running line. The configuration adds distance every cast, makes the line easy to mend and control in the water column, and helps to visually detect strikes. Most important, the 25´ sinking tip gets the fly down and into the feeding lane quickly. They’re super-productive in large streams and rivers for steelhead, salmon, and trout. and often the answer in slow and deep stillwater and structure fishing for any species.

It’s the best 2nd line you’ll ever own for a bunch of different freshwater situations. $99.95

Intermediate Clear Camo

Seamless Density Sink 1 and Sink 3

#26711

WF4SI

#26712

WF5SI

#26545 WF4S1/3

#26546 WF5S1/3

26713

WF6SI

26314

WF7SI

26547 WF6S1/3

26548 WF7S1/3

26315

WF8SI

$99.95

$99.95

Seamless Density Sink 3 and Sink 5

Seamless Density Sink 5 and Sink 7

Scientific Anglers Sonar Titan Sinking Tip Fly Lines

#26550 WF5S3/5

#26551 WF6S3/5

#26554 WF6S5/7

#26555 WF7S5/7

Perfect for bank bashing streamers or swinging a rabbit streamer in Alaska, the Sonar Titan Sink Tip is the ultimate streamer fishing fly line. Built on SA’s Titan taper profile which is compensated to handle the largest of coneheads or lead eyes you want to fish. Sink tip sections are available in two densities (Type 3 & Type 5 sinking rates). Tip lengths are designed to match rod individual weights from 8´to14´ They’re great for both wade fishing or casting out of a boat. Streamer fishing has never been so easy!

26552 WF7S3/5

$99.95

26556 WF8S5/7

$99.95

Sonar 25-foot Sinking Tip Fly Lines Product

Line

Rods

Tip

Body

Running

Code

Weight

Weight

Length

Length

Line

Sink Rate

Color

Moss

#19607

150 Grains

6, 7

25´

29´

51´

4˝ per sec.

Scientific Anglers Titan Triple-Density Sonar Sinking Lines

19608

200 Grains

7, 8

25´

29´

51´

5˝ per sec.

Moss

These sinking fly lines combine three different density sections of fly line and connect anglers to the fly in a straight line at any depth. Triple Density lines begin with a small diameter section of sinking running line which graduates in density (but not diameter) until it connects with the very fast sinking belly and the even faster sinking tip section creating a smooth transfer of energy. It eliminates hinging, transfers power evenly, and the end result is powerful heads that turns over big flies and add distance.

19609

250 Grains

7, 8, 9

25´

29´

51´

5.5˝ per sec.

Moss

19610

300 Grains

8, 9

25´

29´

51´

6˝ per sec.

Moss

19611

350 Grains

8, 9, 10

25´

29´

51´

6.5˝ per sec.

Moss

Code

Rod

Type 3 Sink Rate Tip Length

Code

Rod

Type 6 Sink Rate Tip Length

#24439

5 wt.

2.5˝ to 3.5˝/sec

8´

#24443

5 wt.

5.5˝ to 6.5˝/sec

8´

24440

6 wt.

2.5˝ to 3.5˝/sec

10´

24444

6 wt.

5.5˝ to 6.5˝/sec

10´

24441

7 wt.

2.5˝ to 3.5˝/sec

12´

24445

7 wt.

5.5˝ to 6.5˝/sec

12´

24442

8 wt.

2.5˝ to 3.5˝/sec

14´

24446

8 wt.

5.5˝ to 6.5˝/sec

14´

$99.95

Sonar 8, 10, 12, & 14-foot Sinking Tip Fly Lines

Intermediate-Type 3-Type 5 Density Sinking Line #19622 WF6S

#19623

WF7S

#19624 WF8

#19625

WF9S

#19626 WF10S

Fast Sinking Type 3-Type 5-Type 7 Density Sinking Line #21423

WF8S

#21424

WF9S

#21425 WF10S

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Spey & Switch Lines, Tips & Leaders Scandinavian (Scandi) Style Floating Shooting Heads

Scandi heads are designed to cast tight loops and make long distance casts as easily and effortlessly as possible. These type of spey lines are ideal for summer and fall steelhead, Atlantic salmon, and sea trout when the fish are aggressive and move to the surface. All our Scandi heads are factory looped on each end.

Scientific Anglers Scandi Lite

Designed for both trout-spey and single-handed spey applications, these short (20´-27´ depending on grain weight) head. The long front taper makes these applicable for swinging soft hackles for trout or small steelhead flies on a long leader. Subsurface presentations can be achieved by looping on a sinking leader without changing the castability of the setup. These heads feature small welded loops on both ends and a rear black “sighter” section for easy identification of the back end of the head. Head tip is printed with the grain weight.

210 gr. 240gr.

270 gr. #24447 #24448 #24449

300 gr. #24450

330 gr. #24451

360 gr. #24452

390 gr. #24453

420 gr. #24454 $59.95

AirFlo Rage Compact Heads

The Rage Heads are full floating shooting heads with aggressive front tapers that’ll drive the cast and rapid rear tapers that load the rod quickly.This line will keep you in the “floating” game under extreme windy conditions and in tight quarters. It’s a terrific combination of the power of the AirFlo Skagit Compact and adds the delicate surface presentation characteristics of the Scandi heads.

Grains

Line

Code

Weight

Range

Code

Weight Range

Grains

Line Code

Grains

Weight Range

Line

#5667 5668 5669

360 gr.

390 gr.

420 gr.

4/5 5/6 5/6

#5670 5673 5677

450 gr. 6/7 480 gr. 7/8 510 gr. 7/8

#5678 5679 5680

540 gr.

570 gr.

600 gr.

8/9 8/9 8/9

$59.99

AirFlo Salmon, Steelhead & Sea Trout PolyLeaders

High tech tapered PolyLeaders are the perfect companion to Scandi floating lines. They’ve quickly become the first choice of sophisticated spey fishermen and are ideal for tossing smaller, lighter sinking or floating flies in shallow or medium depth rivers. PolyLeaders feature supple welded loops at the butt and their use eliminates the need for bulky, stiff tapered leaders and changing them is a snap. ▲ The ten footers are also superb leaders when used with single handed rods!

Airflo Salmon, Steelhead & Sea Trout Leaders Length

Floating

Hover

Int.

Slow

Fast

Super

XSuper

Price

5´ 8´ 10´ 14´

#1179 1279 1366 1552

#1187 1287 1368 N/A

#1205 1291 1377 1555

#1222 1298 1389 28523

#1224 1328 1395 1563

#1263 1331 1447 1564

#1271 1349 1520 1576

$10 14 14 16

Rio In-Touch Switch Chucker Elite Designed for Switch rods, whether for overhead or Spey casting, with low-stretch, ultra-slick performance. RIO offers two types of Switch lines; a long head Switch Line, and the short, easy-loading Switch Chucker. Each line has the head and running line seamlessly integrated into each other, which avoids any loop to loop connection running through the guides. The Switch Line is the best choice for anglers that want control of the line and fly at long distance, while the Chucker is best for fishing tight in and for easy casting of big flies, sinking tips and indicator rigs.

Line: Code:

5wt 29849

Perfectly suited for throwing smaller and more delicate tips and flies for anadromous fish species. These heads are the “little-brother” to the Skagit systems and offer a delivery with maximum finesse. These heads also feature a black sighter section at the rear in order to aid in proper hang length in low light conditions.

These ultra-short heads were originally designed to toss tips and weighted flies on switch or micro Spey rods and have added smaller scale spey fishing to the steelhead and trout fishing scene. They can be paired up with any sink tip in your wallets, and used with single-handed rods. ▲ Looped on both ends to attach easily to shooting line 210 grain 240 grain 270 grain 300 grain 330 grain 360 grain 390 grain 420 grain #28165 #28166 #28167 #28168 #28169 #28170 #28171 #28172 $59.95 13´

14´

15.5´

17´

18´

19.5´

$129.99

Scientific Anglers Scandi Shooting Heads

Scientific Anglers Spey Lite Skagit Heads

12´

Rio In-touch Switch Chucker Elite 6wt 7wt 8wt 29850 29851 29852

21´

Grain Weight Code

350 gr.

30957

Scientific Anglers Scandi Shooting Head 380 gr.

430 gr.

450 gr.

480 gr.

30958 30959 30960 30961

510 gr.

30962 $59.95

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Scientific Anglers Integrated Switch Lines Developed to be the perfect indicator righ chucking line for Pyramid Lake for use on modern 6/7/8wt switch rods. The intergrated floating tip is an ideal length for casting off a ladder or beach rocks...no need to loop n a tip and fight the loop to loop connection you get with other similar lines. This line also features a slightly larger diameter running line for easy handling with cold hands/glove.

Scientific Anglers Integrated Switch Lines Grain Weight 540 gr.

585 gr.

Rod Weight 6wt 7wt Code 31220 31221

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Skagit Style Shooting Heads

Skagit shooting heads have short, dynamic tapers designed to generate enough power to deliver deep sinking tips. Head lengths vary from 20 to 30 feet with looped ends.

The rear is attached to running line, and tips (either MOW, iMOW or custom) are added to the front, creating a full head and maximum versatility.

AirFlo Skagit Driver The Skagit Driver design is the culmination of thousands of hours of observation, and field testing. This newest iteration of Skagit Compact rides lower in the water, helping to better load the rod during the cast. The unique density slows the swing down, improves casting efficiency, keeping you connected to your fly through the entire step, cast, swing ritual.

Skagit Driver Heads are available in 30 grain increments, beginning at 360 grains (for a 4/5 rod) and increasing to 720 grains (10 weight). They easily toss heavily weighted flies when connected to a short leader and attached to anywhere from 5´ to 15´ of tungsten.

450 gr. #26722

480 gr.

26723

510 gr.

26724

540 gr.

26725

570 gr.

26726

600 gr.

26727

630 gr.

26728

660 gr.

26729

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Rio Elite MOW Tips

720 gr.

26730 $59.99

Powerful level tips designed to cast the biggest flies with ease to cover every likely fishing situation and conditions encountered, and are the absolute ultimate in sinking tip versatility. s Extra Heavy MOW Tips are the heaviest of the MOW series; built with T-17 for the sinking section and with a sink rate of nearly 10˝ per second, it really gets down when depth is needed. Each of the tips either have a gray floating section, or a gray loop for easy identification. These tips are ideal on the heavier Skagit lines of 675 grains and more. s Heavy MOW Tips feature T-14, with a sink rate of 9˝ per second, for the sinking material. Each of these tips has either a light blue floating section or a blue sleeve on one end for easy identification. The Heavy MOW Tips are designed for the heaviest of flies and are ideal for Skagit lines of 575 grains and more. Six unique tips that make up the series. s Medium MOW Tips feature T-11, with a sink rate of 8˝ per second, for the sinking material. Each of these tips has either a light green floating section or a green sleeve on one end for easy identification. Medium MOW Tips are designed for heavily weighted flies and are ideal for Skagit lines between 475 and 575 grains. Six unique tips that make up the series. s Light MOW Tips feature T-8, with a sink rate of 7˝ per second, for the sinking material. Each of these tips has either a white floating section or a white sleeve on one end for easy identification. The Light MOW Tips are designed for lightly weighted flies and are ideal for Skagit lines of 475 grains $29.99 and less. There are six unique tips that make up the series.

Scientific Anglers Skagit Floating Heads Compact, powerful design that features a unique fully tapered belly for consistent turnover and accurate delivery with any tip attached. The black sighter section at the rear end helps identify the proper hang length for you under any light conditions.

These Skagit heads are ideal when the maximum payload is necessary and feature welded loops at both ends for easy shooting line and tip attachment.

Code

Grains

Length

Code

Grains

Length

#30963 30965 30967 30969

420 480 540 600

21´ 21.5´ 22.5´ 23.5´

#30964 30966 30968

450 510 570

21.5´ 22´ 23´ $59.95

AirFlo Scout Heads The ultimate single-hand Skagit line. Perfect for single-hand spey casting and for anglers using switch rods in places with minimal casting room. Utilizing the best all-polyurethane construction and an improved, supple coating, the Skagit Scout heads open up water that is unfishable with other lines. They allow trout, steelhead, and salmon fishermen to use their singlehand and switch rods to cast any sink tip in their bag.

Code

Weight

#21594 150 gr.

21595 180 gr.

21596 210 gr.

21597 240 gr.

Range

4/5 5 5/6 6

Code

Weight

Range

#21598 270 gr. 6/7 21599 300 gr. 7 21600 330 gr. 7/8 21601 360 gr. 8

Code

Weight

#21602 21603 21604 21605

390 gr. 8/9 420 gr. 9 450 gr. 9/10 480 gr. 10

Code

#29876 29877 29878 29879 29880 29881 29870 29871 29872 29873 29874 29875 29864 29865 29866 29867 29868 29869 29858 29859 29860 29860 29862 29863

Range

$59.99

Rio PowerFlex Ultra Shooting Line

An excellent shooting line for anglers using Skagit or Scandi style shooting heads. Extremely tough outer coating, over a medium stiff Powerflex core that shoots with unbelievable ease for ultra-long casts, increased durability and ensures tangle-free performance.

The line’s ultra-slick coating floats high on the surface, allowing for reduced drag. Bullet proof welded loops on each end make it fast and easy to rig, while the front loop is large enough to pass an entire shooting head coil through, for maximum speed and efficiency when rigging. #29853 Orange 29854 Green

.025˝ dia. .030˝ dia.

#29855 29856

Blue .035˝ dia.

Yellow .040˝ dia.

#29857

Aqua

.045˝ dia. $64.99

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Length

Skagit MOW Tip Light Light Light Light Light Light Skagit MOW Tip Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium Skagit MOW Tip Heavy Heavy Heavy Heavy Heavy Heavy Skagit MOW Tip Extra Heavy Extra Heavy Extra Heavy Extra Heavy Extra Heavy Extra Heavy

Float T-8 T-8 T-8 T-8 T-8 Float T-11 T-11 T-11 T-11 T-11 Float T-14 T-14 T-14 T-14 T-14 Float T-17 T-17 T-17 T-17 T-17

10´ 2.5´ 5´ 7.5´ 10´ 12´ 10´ 2.5´ 5´ 7.5´ 10´ 12´ 10´ 2.5´ 5´ 7.5´ 10´ 12´ 10´ 2.5´ 5´ 7.5´ 10´ 12´

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Fly Line Accessories Scientific Anglers Line Dressing & Cleaning Pads

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Specifically designed for their AST and AST+ lines, but works with all brands.

Two sided, rough side to scrub line, and softer sponge side to apply line dressing. SA’s formula restores fly line performance.

Highly recommended for all saltwater, jungle, and stillwater fly fishermen! #1524 Dressing with 2 pads $16.95 28132 Cleaning Pads (2) 9.95

Scientific Anglers Regulator Spool Switiching out fly lines off your favorite reel just got a lot less complicated. Whether you are traveling or can’t make it to your local fly shop the Regulator line winder will make swaping out your lines a breeze.

• Create and dispense perfectly coiled lines • Only one Regulator spool is needed #29829

$29.95

Specialty fly lines for the tropics Sunset Amnesia

Amplitude Titan/Jungle Long Floating Line The perfect line for big flies in hot places. The Titan taper (+2 line sizes heavy) which is all about delivering big flies with ease in conjunction with SA’s proven Tropi-Core materials for maximum performance on the flats or out in the bluewater.

This line is exceptionally easy to cast and is perfectly paired on many of today’s faster and high performance saltwater fly rods.

AST Plus slickness technology for superior shooting Powerful head loads quickly and delivers large flies to distant targets s Built two line sizes heavy, use designated line weight for rod s Tropi-Core technology remains stiff and slick in tropical environments s Black/Horizon/Dark Turtle Grass/Camo s 90´ length s s

#29995 8WT 29997 11WT

Absolute Flat Mono Shooting Line Rectangular mono reduces surface area and cuts through water better than coated running lines. Use 25 lb. or 35 lb. for single-hand and trout spey. 42 lb. and 50 lb. are best for standard spey outfits. #26698 25 lb.

26700 42 lb.

#26699 35 lb. $18.95 26701 50 lb.

#29708 9WT #29996 10WT 29998 12WT $129.95

#29823 Blue/Black

Welded loop connects easily to backing $99.95

Scientic Anglers Ultra Premium Backing Providing the best balance in strength versus weight in backing options. This Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene material offers exceptionally high break strengths at a reduced diameter for increased capacity.

Every feature of the floating Mastery Jungle Titan Taper was incorporated into the design of the Titan Clear Tip before 15´ of clear, intermediate sinking tip was added. The tapered, looped, clear tip is ideal for stealthy presentations and the 50 lb. core will put the brakes on a trophy Temensis. Veteran Peacock Bass anglers find this to be their first choice and often the only fly line they’ll need for the tropics. It is, unquestionably, the most essential fly line developed for Brazil and Bolivia Short, l head and front taper loads quickly, turn over stiff leaders and deliver big flies Mastery Texturing for repetitive casts s Durable, non-gummy tropical climate coating s A stiff, strong, 50 lb. multifilament core won’t break off, coil or tangle s 105´ Total length s s

#28358 8WT #29824 9WT #28359 10WT 31365 11WT 24346 12WT $99.95

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Scientific Anglers Dacron Backing

20 lb Test Orange White Yellow 30 lb Test Orange White Yellow

100 Yard #8253 8249 20290 100 Yard #8255 8251 20291 $9.95

250 Yard #8254 8250 20292 250 Yard #8256 8252 20293 $20.95

• 65lb size is spliceable. #31888 Blue 350 yard spool $129.95

Rio Braided Loops Sonar Tropical/Jungle Clear Intermediate Sink Tip

200´spools 15 lb. 20 lb. 25 lb. 30 lb.

Fl. Green #4261 #1974 #1975 #1976 Fl. Red 4263 1977 1978 1979 spool $6.95

The best backing that money can buy.

It actually gets stronger when wet, and it will not rot or mildew.

Mastery Jungle Custom-Cut Super Sinking Line

This line has no equal when it comes to dredging deep, fast, jungle rivers. The Custom-Cut head marries a 35´ long, T-14 head to a stiff, strong running line and can be trimmed to a length that will perfectly balance any rod from an 8 to 11 weight. With it, you’ll be able to get to the bottom quicker than with any other freshwater fly line on the market and put your fly in front of the Payara, Dorado, Peacock Bass or the Costa Rica tarpon often found in extremely fast water or far below the surface

Amnesia shooting line stretches to instantly lose all memory and reduce tangling and is a great butt section!

Just slide on the line and apply Zap-a-Gap for a quick, permanent connection loop. #6025 Lines 3 to 6 4/package 6050 Lines 7 to 12 4/package 6051 Spey Lines 4/package $6.99

Umpqua Line Dressing Applicator Fitted with felt pads, this box snaps over the line, and is ideal for a quick and easy application of your favorite line dressing! Perfect for Glide. #1519

$6.95

Glide Fly Line Dressing Dries as a hard, slick finish that helps both floating and sinking fly lines smoothly through guides, adding distance to every cast. #1543

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Russ Peak's Fly Line Dressing Pharmaceutical grade silicone will not disturb the integrity of high-tech fly lines, won’t freeze in cold weather, and is perfect for slime (mono) lines. #1742

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All of Cody’s work is colorful, large, and distinctive. His collection includes more than two dozen fish species. Each is personalized by license plate origin - trout silhouettes from Alaska, Colorado, Montana, and elsewhere. The tarpon, permit, and bonefish can be selected with plates from Florida, Cuba, Bahamas, Mexico, or Belize. You get the idea.

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Premium Polarized Sunglasses Our selection of Smith and Costa glasses exceed the needs of our most demanding customers. Our options include the most advanced eyewear technologies and frames with wide temples that provide for superior light protection. Premium polarized sunglasses are engineered for demanding conditions, allow you to spot your target and stay on the water longer with less eye strain and all day comfort. Visit our website for our full selection of sunglasses: https://catalog.theflyshop.com/sunglasses/

The Fly Shop’s

Trout Steelhead Salmon Bonefish Tarpon Permit Largemouth Bass Snook Redfish Striped Bass

Economy Polarized Sunglasses

Prices range from $300 to $2,000 depending on the size and complexity of the artwork. Unless the license origin request is extraordinary, only a short (30 days) wait for delivery. There is a $25 shipping charge per piece.

Visit our website for all options!

Quality polarized sunglasses are one more example of our commitment to bringing great fly fishing products at equally great prices.

Performance meets comfort, style and economy in our distortion-free, polarized sunglasses.

Visit our website to see our selection of Suncloud and Fisherman Eyewear glasses.

Put your flies and tippet back in focus with these time-tested, angling magnifiers. They tie-tack onto any hat brim and fold up out of the way. Simply move the object to bring it into perfect focus.

Slip-Fit Chums

The Fly Shop’s Standard Chums

Flip Focal

• Simple magnification • Lightweight, 2.5 power lens • Tacks on any hat brim #4451 $18.95

Bonefish 43˝ X 17˝ Mexico, Cuba, Belize $450-$700

Adjustable, lightweight, reliable.

Trout

35˝ X 21˝

#2571 $9.95

Montana, Idaho, Utah $300-$900

Soft, comfortable way to keep glasses in place! Assorted colors, branded with our logo. #1453

$9.95

Carson Clip & Flip Magnifying Glasses Perfect for fly-tying and fly-fishing needs. Complete with a protective soft pouch, its crystal-clear acrylic lenses give you a sharp, distortionfree view that allows you to see the finest details with ease. #5030 1.75x Power/+3.00 Diopters $21.95 5031 2.00x Power/+4.00 Diopters

Permit

43˝ X 25˝

Mexico, Cuba, Belize, Florida $650-$1,450

20/20 Magnetic Tippet Threader

Cleans and prevents fogging on glasses, sunglasses, ski goggles, binoculars, diving masks, gun scopes, helmet visors and other surfaces subject to fogging.

The most convenient lens cloth you’ll ever use! Spudz employs a microfiber cleaning cloth that will not scratch your sensitive lenses. Simply tuck the cloth back into the attached pouch until you need it again.

A brilliantly simple tool that grabs the hook eye using a strong rare earth magnet to position your fly into a small groove and hold it securely upright. The fly fisherman then slides the tippet end down the groove, and the tag end appears on the other side of the threaded eye.

#27766 $8.99

#14472 $7.95

#0046 $14.00

Chums Anti Fog Kit

Steelhead 42˝ X 17.5˝ B.C., Russia, Oregon, Michigan, Washington $400-$800

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Specialized Fresh and Saltwater Leaders

Scientific Anglers 10´ Absolute Bonefish Leaders

Offering exceptional value for the travelling flats angler, these monofilament leaders offer a high break strength and suppleness at a great price. This leader taper profile is designed for maximum casting versatility in fly size and sun/wind conditions.

Scientific Anglers Absolute Leaders are copolymer blends that limit water absorption and maintain optimal suppleness for knot strength. Then post-production coatings are added to further limit water absorption and UV degradation. All that means 29% more wet knot strength for Absolute mono, and a 15% strength gain.

• Clear, non-glare, knotless tapers • Heavy, powerful butt section • Medium-stiff material for abrasion resistance • Available in cost-saving 3-Packs only

Scientific Anglers Absolute Monofilament Trout Leader

The proprietary copolymer blends drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for 29% more wet knot strength.

7´6˝ 7´6˝ 9´0˝ 9´0˝

Size Diam.

Test 1/pack 3/pack 1/pack 3/pack

0X 1X 2X .011 .010 .009 16 lbs. 13.9 lbs. 11.2 lbs. #27727 #27728 #27729 27734 27735 27736 26737 26738 26739 26790 26789 26788

3X .008 9 lbs. #27730 27737 26740 26787

4X .007 7.4 lbs. #27731 27738 26741 26786

5X 006 5.9 lbs. #27732 27739 26742 26785

6X 7X .005 .004 Pr ice 3.5 lbs. 2.4 lbs. #27733 N/A $8.95 27740 N/A 19.95 26743 26744 8.95 26784 26783 19.95

Size

Tippet Diam.

Butt Diam.

Test

7X 6X 5X 4X 3X 2X 1X 0X

.004 .005 .006 .007 .008 .009 .010 .011

.024 .024 .024 .024 .024 .024 .024 .024

2.5 lbs.

3.5 lbs.

4.6 lbs.

6.7 lbs.

8.4 lbs.

9.5 lbs.

11.8 lbs.

13.4 lbs.

Pr ice

$19.95

Leader

Code

Strength

Diam

Length

Salmon/Steelhead Salmon/Steelhead Salmon/Steelhead

#31910 31911 31912

12 lbs.

16 lbs.

20 lbs.

.010 .011 .013

12´ 12´ 12´

Pr ice

$8.95

$16.95

Rio 12´Hand-Tied Fluorocarbon Tarpon Leaders

Tapered Tarpon Leaders from Rio are a fully tapered leader with shock tippet at the end. These tapered leaders will transfer energy much better than the standard level line to shock tippet that other tarpon leaders are made with, providing much better turnover and presentation.

Scientific Anglers 10´Monofilament Saltwater Leader

• Very strong, very powerful, .028˝-.030˝ diameter butt sections • Perfection looped • Clear, knotless, tapered leaders 10´ Mono Saltwater Leaders Code

8 lbs.

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

1/Pac k

These general purpose saltwater leaders are made from a medium stiff nylon, with a taper designed to turn over anything from beefy redfish flies to delicate bonefish patterns.

Tippet Diam.

Butt Diam.

Test

.008˝ .009˝ .010˝ .011˝ .013˝

.028 .028 .030 .030 .030

8 lbs.

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

16 lbs.

20 lbs.

#26557 26558 26559 26560 26561

Length

.008 .009 .010

Scientific Anglers 12´Absolute Salmon & Steelhead Leaders

The new Absolute Fluorocarbon leaders are 15% stronger while maintaining their suppleness and a progressive taper for delicate presentations.

Code

Diameter

Designed for chasing anadromous fish and featuring a powerful taper profile for increased turnover with indicator rigs on a single-handed rod or a two-hander and pretty fly. The medium stiff material used in these is specifically chosen to minimize memory in colder water temps.

Scientific Anglers Absolute 9´Fluorocarbon Trout Leader

#26587 26586 26585 26584 26583 26582 26581 26580

Code

#26758 26759 26760

Code

Tippet

Length

Shoc k

Mater ial

#26565 26566

40 lbs.

40 lbs.

12´ 12´

60 lbs.

80 lbs.

Fluorocarbon Fluorocarbon

Pr ice

$21.99

Scientific Anglers Absolute 8´Predator Toothy Fish Leader

Suited for saltwater and big-game toothy-fish such as barracuda on the flats or the nastiest teeth you’ll find in the jungle fish.

7.5´ of looped 20lb. abrasion-resistant nylon leader is attached to 15˝ of 45# nickel titanium wire, with a stay-lok snap on the end to easily and permanently connect to the fly.

1/Pac k

$8.95

Code

Length

Wire Test

Butt Diam.

#28174 28175

8´0˝ 8´0˝

35 lbs.

55 lbs.

.030 .030

Pr ice

$16.95

Scientific Anglers Absolute Fluorocarbon Big Game Leader

A stiffer version of the Absolute Trout Fluorocarbon leaders with a heavier, more powerful butt section, and shorter front taper that is designed to handle big, heavy flies, tough winds, and distance.These are terrific leaders for Bonefish, Permit, Jacks, and larger fresh or saltwater species.

9´ Fluorocarbon Salt/Big Game Leader Code

Test

Diam.

#26588 26589 26590 26591 26592

8 lbs.

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

16 lbs.

20 lbs.

.008 .010 .011 .013 .015

Length

9´ 9´ 9´ 9´ 9´

Pr ice

$16.95

Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Leader Assortment

The same great leader material as the SA Absolute Monofilament Trout Leaders but in money saving 3 pack bundles in tapers specifically designed for trout. Available in 7´6˝ or 9´ lengths with the same ideal trout sizes.

12´ Fluorocarbon Salt/Big Game Leader Code

Test

Diam.

Length

#26732 26733 26734 26735 26736

8 lbs.

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

16 lbs.

20 lbs.

.008 .010 .011 .013 .015

12´ 12´ 12´ 12´ 12´

Pr ice

$16.95

Code

Size

Length

#31897 31898

3x-5x 3x-5x

7´6˝ 9´

Pr ice

$19.95

Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Stealth Finesse 12´Leaders

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Excellent for slack line presentations for long, drag-free drifts.

Perfectly suited for the most technical dry fly presentations.

Code

Size

Diameter

Test

• Supple monofilament is perfect for demanding spring creeks.

• Equally effective for fishing nymphs for tough trout.

• All materials are fully biodegradable, paper packaging 100% recyclable • 29% higher wet knot strength than their previous material

#29664 29665 29666 29667

4X 5X 6X 7X

.007 .006 .005 .005

7.4 lbs.

5.9 lbs.

3.5 lbs.

2.4 lbs.

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Specialized Tippet Material & Accessories

Trout Hunter Fluorocarbon Tippet

Designed to create strong, durable knots while providing remarkable breaking strength for its diameter.

Received the highest possible industry accolades for honesty in advertised strength and abrasion resistance.

• UV protective packaging • Waterproof packaging • Half sizes – yep, that’s right!

• Designed by fishermen

Trout Hunter 50 Meter Spools Code

Size

#29939 2X 29940 3X 29942 4X 29943 4.5X 29944 5X 29945 5.5X 29946 6X 29947 6.5X 29948 7X

Diam. Fishing Tensile Pr ice MM Test lbs . Test lbs .

.235 .25 .185 .165 .148 .138 .128 .117 .104

7.39 5.67 4.8 4.6 3.24 2.76 2.30 1.80 1.5

11 lbs. $29.95 8.6 lbs.

7.1 lbs.

6.0 lbs.

4.9 lbs.

4.4 lbs.

3.7 lbs.

3.1 lbs.

2.5 lbs.

Seaguar Gold Label

Seaguar’s thinnest material for stealthier presentations. Not only are thinner leaders even less visible underwater, but you also get the advantage of more natural presentations and better catch-rates on finicky fish. Made with an exclusive double-structure process, they combine two custom Seaguar fluorocarbon resins to create a leader with smaller diameters yet with exceptional knot and tensile strength. It’s softer too and cinches easily for fail-safe knots.

Seaguar Gold Label Code

Size

Diam.Inc h

#29921 29922 29923 29924 29925 29926

7X 5X 4X 3X 2X 1X

.0004 .0006 .0007 .0009 .0009 .0010

Test

Size

Diam.

Test

Code

Size

Diam.

#28133 28134 28135 28136

0X 1X 2X 3X

.011 .010 .009 .008

13.5 lbs.

11.8 lbs.

9.5 lbs.

8.4 lbs.

#28137 28138 28139

4X 5X 6X

.007 .006 .005

Test

Pr ice

6.7 lbs. $39.95 4.6 lbs.

3.5 lbs.

Maxima Ultra Green & Chameleon Tippet

Maxima Ultra Green Monofilament Size Dian.

Test Code

3X .008 5 lbs. #4762

2X .009 6 lbs. #4517

1X .010 8 lbs. #4518

01X .012 10 lbs. #4519

02X .013 12 lbs. #4520

The traditional choice of professional guides and veteran steelheaders. It is soft, supple and has very little memory.

Maxima has superb knot strength, abrasion resistant, and cold weather doesn’t make it stiff and brittle.

Fishpond Headgate Tippet Holder

2X 1X .009 .010 6 lbs. 8 lbs. #28355 #29559

Just clip it on and forget about the days of fishing through your vest or pack for those loose spools.

The spring-loaded hinge design allows you to keep up to 7 tippet spools at your fingertips and features a built-in cutting blade. #24376 $19.95

• Silicone bands help protect from uv exposure • 30m spools • Patented cutter spool design Code

Size

Diameter

Strength

#26752 26751 26750 26749 26748 26747 26746 26745

7x 6x 5x 4x 3x 2x 1x 0x

.004˝ .005˝ .006˝ .007˝ .008˝ .009˝ .010˝ .011˝

2.4 lbs.

Pr ice

$8.95

3.5 lbs.

5.9 lbs.

7.4 lbs.

9 lbs.

11.2 lbs.

13.9 lbs.

16 lbs.

Code

Size

There is no equal...Simply the strongest freshwater fluoro available, with a micro coating that improves wet knot strength by 33% over all other fluoros.

Supreme is much more supple than other fluorocarbons, providing drag-free drifts and a stealthy footprint.

30 Meter Fluorocarbon Spools

Scientific Angler Nylon Trout Tippet Assortment Packs #31899 31900

Scientific Anglers Absolute Supreme Fluorocarbon Trout Tippet

Code

Size

Diam.

Strength

#28148 28147 28146 28145 28144

6X 5X 4X 3X 2X

.005 .006 .007 .008 .009

3.7 lbs.

5.2 lbs.

7.1 lbs.

8.7 lbs.

10.2 lbs.

Spool

$29.95

Pac k

$24.95

2X-4X 4X-6X

Scientific Anglers Absolute Saltwater Supreme Fluorocarbon Tippet Absolute Predator Knottable Wire

25´ of 7x7 stainless steel wire, available in 20lb or 40lb breaking strengths. Bite and corrosion resistant. Camo Brown nylon coated for durability and low visibility.

Easily knottable. Holds up against fish with sharp teeth and strong jaws.

Code

Dia

#30244 30245

.018˝ .024˝

.

Test

25 lbs.

40 lbs.

Length

Pr ice

25´ $19.95 25´

Exceptional break strength and suppleness for when the fish are big… and spooky. 100% fluorocarbon construction maximizes strength and stealth.

30 Meter Fluorocarbon Spools Code

Diam.

Strength

#31903 31904 31905 31906

.009 .010 .011 .013

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

16 lbs.

20 lbs.

Spool

$29.95

27 Yard Spools $7.95

04X .015 15 lbs. #4521

06X .017 20 lbs. #4522

09X .020 25 lbs. #4523

011X .022 30 lbs. #4524

012X .024 40 lbs. #4525

Maxima Chameleon Monofilament 27 Yard Spools $6.50 Size Diam.

Test Code

The most supple mono tippet we’ve used and offers wet knot strength that is 40% higher than other brands.

Pr ice

2 lbs. $18.99 4 lbs.

6 lbs.

8 lbs.

10 lbs.

12 lbs.

Scientific Anglers Absolute Fluorocarbon Trout 100M Fluorocarbon Tippet Absolute fluorocarbon leaders and tippet boast a 15% higher knot strength compared to their previous material and features incredible clarity and abrasion resistance.

Code

Scientific Anglers Absolute Clear Nylon Trout Tippet

01X .012 10 lbs. #27706

02X .013 12 lbs. #27707

04X .015 15 lbs. #27708

Loon UV Knot Sense

Smoothes and strengthens knots right away. Lightly coat newly tied knots and they’ll shoot through your guides. #1522 1⁄2 Oz. Tube

$9.50

Scientific Anglers Absolute Freshwater Fluorocarbon Tippet

Trout Hunter Tippet Holder

After an extensive search, we have finally tracked down a tippet post that will accommodate the unique large arbor design of the Trout Hunter tippet spool. Lightweight and central arbor post features a small waterproof stash compartment and lanyard attachment ring. Easily holds 6 spools of Trout Hunter tippet material. Available in assorted colors. #30055

$9.95

Spool Hands Tippet Tenders

Loon UV Nano Light

Cures all UV products and fits in your pocket to carry in the field. #22704 (AAA battery included)

$19.95

Convenient elastic bands will keep tippet spools tidy.

#9088 Med. (Umpqua, SA, Rio) 9125 Large (Maxima) 4 pkg./$6.95

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Absolute fluorocarbon tippet boasts a modest price tag and superb breaking strength 15% better than previous materials. It is next to invisible in the water, fooling even the most wary fish.

The new silicone band protects the tippet from UV exposure, and the built in line cutter makes life on the water as convenient as possible.

30 Meter Fluorocarbon Spools Code

Size

Diam.

Strength

#26574 26573 26572 26571 26570 26569 26568 26567

7X 6X 5X 4X 3X 2X 1X 0X

.004 .005 .006 .007 .008 .009 .010 .011

2.5 lbs.

3.5 lbs.

4.6 lbs.

6.7 lbs.

8.4 lbs.

9.5 lbs.

11.8 lbs.

13.5 lbs.

Spool

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Skwala Waders, Jackets, Layering & Clothing Collection I F S O M E O N E put as much time, thought, and effort into designing fishing apparel as you put into finding fish. Someone did; meet Skwala.

Skwala Fishing will reset your expectations. You’ll never look at your old waders, jackets, sunshirts or fishing pants the same way again. Incorporating the highest quality, most technologically advanced materials into sleek, function-focused design, Skwala makes the most comfortable, highest-performance fishing apparel on the planet. Period. Because, you don’t need more fishing gear, you need better fishing gear. You need Skwala.

IMAGINE

RS

Carbon

Skwala RS Wading Jacket

The RS Jacket sets a new standard for durability, water resistance, and comfort no matter how long the day or the season. Designed to pair with their RS Waders, the RS Jacket provides sanctuary in even the harshest conditions.

Featuring a fully taped and stretch-woven internal wrist cuff in addition to a comfortable and easily adjustable outer cuff, your arms will never be wet again. The unique pass through pockets allow cold hands access to body heat trapped in the waders’ warming pockets. The generous drop hood keeps water off your face in a downpour but won’t bunch around your neck when the jacket is fully zipped and the hood is down. If you relentlessly pursue fish, even on days when most anglers hide behind their tying benches, the RS Jacket will help you stay on the water longer. s 3-Layer waterproof/breathable Toray Entrant

RS Zippered

Carbon

Skwala RS Zippered Waders

Built for anglers who immerse themselves in long days and even longer seasons, RS Waders set a new standard for durability and comfort. Skwala reimagined fly fishing waders, from a buckle-less, load distributing shoulder yoke; to an integrated, lumbar supporting wading belt; to unique fourchette leg seams for increased mobility and comfort; to reinforced, boot and sock protecting gravel gaiters. If you relentlessly pursue fish – belly-deep in the flow, scrambling over slick-sharp canyon boulders, punching through brambles, briars, and devil’s club – RS Waders will reset your expectations. s 4-layer waterproof/breathable laminate with C6 DWR finish / Ultra-dense 100%

polyester microfiber double weave face textile / Anti-microbial treatment on inter or scrim layer ® s 4mm neoprene with laminated antimicrobial jersey / Spandura Yarns in sole panel ® ® ® s YKK Aquaseal & YKK Aquaguard zippers s 14 stock men’s sizes (Medium-Short thru XXL) $849

Skwala Carbon Waders

Skwala’s Carbon fly fishing waders are designed to get you where most anglers can’t or won’t go. With a minimalist approach that reduces weight and bulk without sacrificing durability; a buckle-less, load distributing shoulder yoke; a magnetic, drop down upper for easy conversion from chest-high to waist-high; and an athletic cut with fourchette leg seams, Carbon Waders feel more like your favorite pair of pants than waders. If you travel across the globe, or just higher up your local creek than most are willing to venture, the Carbon Wader will make sure you arrive dry and comfortable. s 4-Layer waterproof/breathable laminate with C6 DWR finishing / High-density

100% nylon woven face textile / Anti-microbial treatment on interior scrim layer s 4mm neoprene laminated with 100% nylon jersey on interior and exterior of

bootie. Interior Jersey lining is enhanced with an anti-microbaial finish. Sole Panel utilizes Spandura® Yarns in an abrasion resistant knit structure ® s Exterior YKK Aquaguard zippered cargo pocket s 14 stock men’s sizes (Medium-Short thru XXL) $549

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® microporous laminate - 100% Nylon 2-way mechanical stretch-woven face textile / 100% Nylon tricot backer s 2 zippered chest pockets, 2 zippered pass-through pockets, 2 zippered & fleece lined hand warming pockets, 1 zippered internal pocket ® ® s YKK Aquaguard zippers s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) $499

Skwala Carbon Wading Jacket

Built for anglers who demand flexibility and dexterity but aren’t willing to sacrifice comfort, the Carbon Jacket is fully waterproof, truly breathable, and easily packable. Though designed to pair with the Carbon Waders, this shell stands alone – weighing less than a pound and featuring a four-way stretch hard-shell outer layer that moves unlike anything you’ve ever worn. Whether you travel across the globe, or just higher up your local creek than most are willing to venture, the Carbon Jacket will keep you dry without holding you back. s 3-Layer waterproof/breathable Toray Entrant

® microporous laminate / 100% Nylon Primeflex™ stretch-woven face textile / 100% Nylon circular knit backer s 2 zippered hip pockets, 1 zippered chest pocket, 1 zippered internal pocket ® ® s YKK Aquaguard zippers s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) $449

Last year I put Skwala’s RS jacket and waders through some extreme conditions while steelhead fishing on Kodiak Island, Alaska. A year later, I have about 60 days on them, fishing and hunting, and they perform like the first day I put them on. Thoughtful design, attention to detail, durability, and comfort, are what put these two garments in a class all their own.

And I love the zipper, something new to me.

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Skwala Sol Tactical Hoody

Skwala Thermo 350 Hoody

Built for the days when your fingers tingle from releasing happy trout into icy water, Skwala’s Thermo 350 Hoody gives you warmth and comfort in almost any fishing conditions. The heaviest base layer they make, it’s 95% hand-selected New Zealand Merino wool.

Skwala's Sol Tactical Hoody is essential angling apparel for sunny summer days on a trout stream.

Heat and sun exposure can wear you out and damage your skin, so they put as much thought and design technology into their sun shirts as their rain jackets.

Snug-fit, scuba hood for layering under outerwear.

High collar for extra warmth and coverage. s Zippered, stretch-woven front pocket for storage s Techincal raglan sleeve design with gusseted under arms restricts binding in the torso s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

Scuba hood shields your face without obscuring your peripheral vision s 100% Polyester knit with anti-microbial finishing s 1 zippered chest pocket; 2 side pockets for easy access to essential gear s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

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Skwala Thermo 350 Pant

#CLSTH Slate or Sage $129

Thermo 350 Pants aren’t just for under-waders; imagine if your favorite sweatpants, your favorite joggers, and your favorite cold-weather pants had a lovechild. They’re kind of like that. These are performance underlayers that you can still be wearing hours after the waders get hung up to dry.

Constructed using 95% hand-selected New Zealand wool with a cloud-fluffy interior s Stretch waistband with cordage adjuster allows pants to be firmly adjusted to your hips. s Jogger-cut and tapered fit with articlated knees for comfortable layering and unrestricted movement. s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

#CLSTP Dark Shdow $189

Scuba hood shields your face without obscuring vision Ultralight, 85 gram polyester fabric offers 40+ UPF protection and comfort in both humid and dry environments s Concealed thumb loops to maintain coverage when casting and moving about s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s s

#CLSSTH Gray Mist $99

Skwala Sol Wet Wading Pant

These wet wading pants do everything, so you don’t have to compromise anything. These are the only fishing pants on the market that wear like premium hiking pants, offer broad spectrum 50 UPF sun protection, and dry out by the time you walk back to the truck.

Fitted waistband to keep pants securely on the hips 2 zippered thigh pockets, 2 open hip pockets, 1 zippered rear pocket, and a changepocket s A structured modern fit and advanced articulation provide comfort and enhanced mobility s 6 stock men’s sizes (30˝ thru 40˝ waist) s s

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Skwala Sol Tropic Hoody

Skwala’s Sol Tropic Hoody is the lightest high UPF fishing shirt ever built. You’ve never worn a sun shirt like this. Developed for high temperature, higher humidity environments, the Tropic Hoody is 30% lighter than a standard synthetic sunshirt, but maintains a 40+ UPF rating, even when wet.

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Skwala’s Sol Shorts do everything, so you don’t have to compromise anything. Hiking up to your favorite high-mountain lake? Slogging through while picking apart boulder pockets? Hopping over gunwales to race your buddy to that greasy run? Swapping from poling platform to casting deck between waves of cruising tarpon? These shorts have everything you want without any unnecessary gimmicks.

Fitted waistband provides a structured and secure fit.

Features 2 open hip pockets, 1 zippered thigh pocket and 1 zippered rear pocket s 11˝ inseam s 6 stock men’s sizes (30˝ thru 40˝ waist) s s

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Simms Breathable Waders

Built for serious fly fishermen, guides, and professionals

Waders from Simms® are made to be worn. Made to last. Made to withstand what hard-core anglers demand in the most extreme river conditions and toughest day-in and day-out wear imaginable. They do all that and are, at the same time, the most comfortable and breatheable waders ever made. That’s why they are the 1st choice of most guides and professionals in the world of fly fishing.

Simms Men’s Freestone Stockingfoot Chest Wader The best value, durability, breathability ratio, performance and quality in a wader. Now 100% more breathable and 60% more durable, the Four-Layer Toray QuadraLam waterproof breathable material provides an unmatched value in a wader. s 14 stock men’s sizes (Small thru XXL) $379.95

Simms Men’s G4Z Pro Stockingfoot Zippered Wader

Simms’ highest-tech, hardest charging wader - the USA-made G4Z Stockingfoot brings best-in-class waterproof breathability, rugged durability and unmatched comfort to the remote coordinates and unforgiving conditions you call home. s 13 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

The G4 collection that represents the most durable and feature-rich waders on the market, employs five layers of rugged Gore-Tex® Pro Shell fabric, while the ever-popular Freestone model differs primarily in that it uses a 4-layer Toray® QuadraLam™ fabric.

Simms knows waders are equipment and that a poor man can only afford the best. Make sure your days on the water are dry and comfortable. Get the best!

Simms Men’s G3 Guide Stockingfoot Chest Wader

The G3 has all the in-river essentials you need, with legendary Simms durability that can stand up to heavy use in rugged conditions. Rigging a hopper-dropper combo just became a little easier with the help of a flip-out Tippet Tender®™ pocket with dual-entry zippers and Super-fly Patch® with integrated utility tabs.

And numb, sore feet are a thing of the past with anatomically designed neoprene stockingfeet with a funk-fighting anti-microbial finish. ® s 3- layer GORE- TEX Pro Shell in upper; 4- layer GORE-TEX® Pro Shell in seat & legs s

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Simms Men’s Tributary Stockingfoot Chest Wader

The Simms Tributary is a great value and a very good, breathable wader that will keep the angler who doesn’t fish more than a few weeks a year, completely dry, comfortable, and having fun while they’re on or in the water enjoying or discovering fly fishing Breathable & comfortable waterproof nylon 3-layer upper and 4-layer lower s 12 stock men’s sizes (Small thru XXL) $229.95 s

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Largest Gir th* Inseam* Stoc kingfoot* (c hest, waist or hips) (crotc h to floor) S . . . . . . .Small 35˝ - 36˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 7 - 8 M . . . . . .Medium 39˝ - 40˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 9 - 11 MS . . . . .Medium Short 39˝ - 40˝ 29˝ - 30˝ 9 - 11 MK . . . . .Medium King 41˝ - 42˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 9 - 11 MKS . . . .Medium King Short 41˝ - 42˝ 29˝ - 30˝ 9 - 11 ML . . . . .Medium Long 39˝ - 40˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 9 - 11 L . . . . . .Large 43˝ - 44˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 9 - 11 L . . . . . .Large (large foot) 43˝ - 44˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 12 - 13 LS . . . . . .Large Short 43˝ - 44˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 9 - 11 LK . . . . . .Large King 45˝ - 46˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 9 - 11 LKS . . . . .Large King Short 45˝ - 46˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 9 - 11 LL . . . . . .Large Long 43˝ - 44˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 9 - 11 LL . . . . . .Large Long (large foot) 43˝ - 44˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 XL . . . . .Xtra Large 47˝ - 48˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 XLS . . . . .Xtra Large Short 47˝ - 48˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 9 - 11 XLK . . . .Xtra Large King 49˝ - 50˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 XLL . . . . .Xtra Large Long 47˝ - 48˝ 37˝ - 38˝ 12 - 13 XXL . . . .2Xtra Large 51˝ - 52˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 XXLS** . .2Xtra Large Short 51˝ - 52˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 12 - 13 XXLK** . .2Xtra Large King 53˝ - 54˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 XXLL** . .2Xtra Large Long 51˝ - 52˝ 37˝ - 38˝ 12 - 13 3XL** . . .3Xtra Large 55˝ - 56˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 3XLS** . .3Xtra Large Short 55˝ - 56˝ 33˝ - 34˝ 12 - 13 4XL** . . .4Xtra Large 59˝ - 60˝ 35˝ - 36˝ 12 - 13 * All of these measurement are body measurements, not garment measurements. ** Only available through Simms’ Custom Shop Program for an additional charge.

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Simms Men’s G4 Pro Wading Jacket

The highest-tech wading jacket on the water, Simms updated G4 Pro® brings a GORE-TEX® Pro 3-layer build to the battle and provides a full range of fishing features for all your on-foot and boatfocused pursuits.

GORE-TEX Pro waterproof breathable 3-layer fabric or rugged waterproof performance s 3-point adjustable storm hood with a high-visibility center panel s Unique storage array includes dual zippered chest storage pockets with interior stretch mesh dividers s Zippered side-entry handwarmer pockets have integrated pass-through zipper for wader access without removing your jacket s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

Simms Men’s Freestone Wading Jacket

Simms’ waterproof-breathable Freestone® Wading Jacket brings versatility to any adventure with a motion enhancing cut, ample pockets for storage and a full-time hood.

3-layer Toray® laminate for waterproof, breathable protection against any storm mother nature presents s Single point adjustable storm hood with high collar and bonded brim to shed rain ® s YKK water-resistant front zipper with storm flap s Waist-high zippered hand warmer pockets with micro brushed tricot liner and drain holes, for wading s Articulated sleeve construction for maximum movement secured with hook & loop cuff to keep dry s 30 oz. (850.5 g) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) #CLJFJ Black $329.95

Simms Men’s SolarFlex Hoody

When the sweltering sun threatens to end a long afternoon of tossing carefree casts, cover yourself with the Simms SolarFlex® Hoody for men. The quick-drying comfort and UPF 50 sun protection of lightweight COR3™ fabric lets you keep chasing that elusive 2-footer through the dog days of summer. The durable and flexible sleeve construction supports a range of movement, letting you cast from any angle. The hoodie features a flat-seam finish that creates a plush, next-to-skin feel.

Quick-drying, wicking, anti-odor, & UPF 50 s Flatlock seam construction s Raglan sleeve design for unrestricted movement s Hood designed to wear over cap s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

#CLJG4 Slate $699.95

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Simms SolarFlex Sun Gloves

Lightweight SolarFlex UPF50 stretch fabric prevents your hands from getting scorched by the sun.

Improved overall coverage and fit, while a synthetic overlay on the index finger increases stripping durability. Tie knots with ease thanks to the agilityenhanced half-finger design and bolster sun protection via extended coverage on middle and index fingers. Pairing snaps keep your gloves together when not in use.

Half-finger style Long length to cover wrists for added protection s Lightweight, quick-drying, breathable stretch fabric s Open palm for enhanced rod feel s Extended index & middle finger s 5 stock men’s sizes (Small thru XXL) s

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Simms Men’s SolarFlex Crew

With enhanced sleeve and cuff construction for extra coverage, the SolarFlex® Crewneck is the lightweight, sun-protective UPF 50+ shirt that brings a fresh approach to those sweltering summer fishing days.

Built with Simms’ highest performing solar protective knit fabric that feels smooth to the touch, stretches for comfort, dries fast and keeps you odor-free with HeiQ Fresh and HeiQ Stain Away s Crewneck opening with cover stitch seam for a clean finish s Single panel under sleeves and side body for extended movement and reach s Extended sleeve length with envelope thumbholes and center finger loop for back-of-hand sun protection s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

Simms Men’s Tech Hoody

Add a great Simms graphic and stay ultra-fresh in the Tech Hoody that dials down the heat and cranks the comfort with an easy-breathing, moisture-wicking, sun-blocking fabric formula at a great price.

A lightweight jersey knit fabric that feels smooth and stretches with each cast, while wicking moisture away from the skin to keep comfortable in hot weather. s A hood built to protect your ears, neck, and back of your head from the sun s Dries fast and keeps you odor-free with HeiQ Fresh and HeiQ Stain Away s Works great as a baselayer for cool weather as well s Thumb holes for added sun protection s 50+ UPF protection s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

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Patagonia®Waders, Boot & Layering Waders from the first name in outdoor gear and clothing Patagonia has built their reputation producing the most comfortable, reliable, and durable outdoor products made, and these waders are no exception!

Three years ago they introduced Swiftcurrent Waders which quickly challenged the other top tier wader on the market for comfort, durability, and price. These waders have gotten rave reviews from our staff, and our client feedback is as terrific.

They are state-of-the-art in terms of their hi-tech, breathable fabric and design.

Moreover, every pair of every model of wader undergoes exceptionality rigid quality control testing. They are guaranteed to keep you dry without trapping sweat inside.

It comes as no shock that Patagonia always delivers in spades on durability, and a real testimony to their quality is the fact that the failure rate is zero and not one customer has returned a pair to The Fly Shop® for any reason.

Every pair of Patagonia waders includes all these features: No® Performance Standard recycled polyester microfiber shell with proprietary water proof/breathable barrier and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish; a highly durable and puncture-resistant fabric without multiple layers, added weight, and extra stitching s Single-seam construction for durability, gusseted crotch for freedom of movement and comfort ® s Submersible YKK front pouch zipper is fully waterproof; fully adjustable, quick-release suspender system; top-hem drawcord cinch; Secure Stretch, no-snag wading belt; front and rear belt loops s The interior features a welded TPU-waterproof pocket, it flips out for easy access; two drop-in stretch pockets; two internal daisy chains for tools; center-back hanger loop for easy drying s The exterior has cozy handwarmer pockets with pocket flaps and a large chest pocket with a horizontal, water-resistant zipper s Articulated legs, and heavy-duty scuff guards at ankles ® s Anatomical left and right booties are built from a resilient 4mm Yulex /neoprene that resist compaction, have a sock-like fit and are polygrid-lined for additional warmth and comfort s

Patagonia’s Men’s Swiftcurrent Expedition Zippered Wader

$799

Swiftcurrent Expedition models, with their chest to crotch, ultra-waterproof YKK zipper are engineered for fit, mobility and durability. Patagonia’s heaviest weight, most fully featured waders feature an adjustable, quick-release suspender system for conversion from chest to waist height. Includes an interior waterproof pocket, a handwarmer pocket with zip flaps and anatomical booties.

Patagonia Men’s Swiftcurrent Expedition Wader

$699

Engineered for fit, mobility and durability, Patagonia’s heaviest weight, most fully featured waders feature an adjustable, quick-release suspender system for conversion from chest to waist height. Includes an interior waterproof pocket, a handwarmer pocket with zip flaps and anatomical booties. Also include removeable kneepads, which are ideal for those days when you are climbing over rocks and trees.

Patagonia’s Men’s Swiftcurrent Waders

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Patagonia’s Foot Tractor Wading Boot The most durable and comfortable wading boot ever made!

Patagonia teamed up with classic American boot maker, Danner, and created what critics believe is absolutely the most comfortable wading boot ever made for the angler. s Waterproof, supple, specially treated, full-grain leather s Won’t crack or shrink s Foot Tractor felt soles can be re-soled and repaired s Truly the last pair of wading boots you’ll ever need to buy. s Expensive, and worth every cent!

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Inseam 29˝ 32˝ 28˝ 30˝ 32˝ 32˝ 34˝ 34˝ 30˝ 32˝ 32˝ 34˝ 34˝ 30˝ 32˝ 32˝ 34˝ 32˝ 34˝

Shoe 6-8 9-11 9-11 9-11 9-11 12-14 9-11 9-11 9-11 9-11 12-14 9-11 12-14 9-11 9-11 12-14 12-14 9-11 12-14

Height 5´5˝-5´8˝ 5´10˝-6´ 5´2˝-5´8˝ 5´6˝-5´9˝ 5´10˝-6´ 5´10˝-6´ 6´1˝-6´4˝ 6´1˝-6´4˝ 5´6˝-5´9˝ 5´10˝-6´ 5´10˝-6´ 6´1˝-6´4˝ 6´1˝-6´4˝ 5´6˝-5´9˝ 5´10˝-6´ 5´10˝-6´ 6´1˝-6´4˝ 5´10˝-6´ 6´1˝-6´4˝

Patagonia chart measurements are in inches, and refer to body size, not garment dimensions. The inseam measurements are from crotch to floor.

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Pa t a g o n i a M e n ’ s Wa d e r s i z i n g c h a r t Size Girth SSS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 ˝ SRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37˝ MXM . . . . . . . . . . . . .40˝ MSM . . . . . . . . . . . . .40˝ MRM . . . . . . . . . . . . .40˝ MRL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40˝ MLM . . . . . . . . . . . . .40˝ MLL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 ˝ LSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 ˝ LRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44˝ LRL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44˝ LLM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 ˝ LLL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 ˝ XSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ˝ XRM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48˝ XRL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48˝ XLL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 ˝ 2RM . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52˝ 3LL . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 ˝

These versatile, midweight breathable waders include every feature listed above. They’re lighter and more easily packed than other comparable quality waders. But the real plus is the price tag on the Swiftcurrent Wader, and how well they compare feature-to-feature, with the other top brands in the wader world.

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Patagonia Men’s Boulder Fork Rain Jacket

A great jacket at an even better price, built for those days when the clouds open up and you want to stay dry. The 3-layer, waterproof/breathable H2No® Performance Standard shell is free of perfluorinated chemicals and made of 100% recycled polyester ripstop face. Includes a polyester membrane and a recycled polyester tricot backer with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish.

One zippered chest pocket for easy access to tools & accessories s Two side zipper hand pockets s Tapered velcro closure cuffs for a snug fit s 388.39 g (13.7 oz) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory s

Patagonia Men’s Capilene Midweight Crew Top

Patagonia’s Capilene is a classic, all-around 100% recycled polyester baselayer. The smooth, soft face makes for easy layering. Hollow-core yarns and a diamond-grid back trap warm air, wick moisture and dry fast. HeiQ® Pure odor control keeps things fresh.

#PTGBFJ Forge Grey $299

Patagonia Men’s Capilene Cool Daily Hoody

Patagonia’s most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water: It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, plus HeiQ® Pure odor control. Made with 50-100% recycled polyester, Capilene® Cool Daily styles keep you comfortable when you’re working hard in conditions ranging from cool to hot.

Made with miDori™ bioSoft for added wicking and softness, and HeiQ® Pure odor control. s Lightweight stretch fabric provides enhanced comfort during activities both in and out of water s Set-in sleeves for enhanced movement and fit s Deep hood provides additional sun coverage s Thumb loops to maintain coverage when casting and moving about s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL)

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Crew neck styling with internal neck tape for added comfort; locker loop for hang drying s Raglan shoulder seams allow freedom of movement, full underarm gusset for range of motion and chafefree comfort s Diamond-grid pattern next to skin provides warmth and breathability and wicks moisture s Elastic thumb loops for secure hand coverage s Stretch for added comfort and improved fit during movement s 176 g (6.2 oz) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

#CLSLT Black $79

Patagonia Men’s Capilene Midweight Bottom

Patagonia’s Capilene is a classic, all-around 100% recycled polyester baselayer. The smooth, soft face makes for easy layering. Hollow-core yarns and a diamond-grid back trap warm air, wick moisture and dry fast. HeiQ® Pure odor control keeps things fresh.

Smooth, soft face makes for easy layering; HeiQ® Pure odor control keeps things fresh s Fabric’s diamond-grid pattern next to skin provides superior warmth, breathability and moisture-wicking performance s Soft, brushed, fast-drying elastic for added next-toskin comfort; locker loop for hang drying s Gusseted crotch for comfort and unimpeded mobility s Functional fly and flatlock seams to minimize chafing s 164 g (5.8 oz) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

#CLSLP Black $79

Patagonia Men’s Nano Puff Hoody

Warm, windproof, water-resistant – the Nano Puff® Hoody uses incredibly lightweight and highly compressible 60-g PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation Eco 100% post consumer recycled polyester with P.U.R.E.™ (Produced Using Reduced Emissions) technology, wrapped in a 100% recycled polyester shell and lining.

Lightweight 100% recycled polyester ripstop shell with a PFC-free DWR finish s Brick quilting pattern with horizontal quilt lines on side panels stabilizes insulation and uses durable thread for abrasion resistance s Two zippered hand warmer pockets have cleanly finished zipper garages; internal zippered chest pocket doubles as a stuff sack with a reinforced carabiner clip-in loop s Drawcord-adjustable drop-tail hem seals in warmth s 363 g (12.8 oz) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

#PTGNH Lagom Blue $289

Patagonia Men’s Tropic Comfort Natural Hoody

Delivering dependable 40+ UPF sun protection and ingenious on-the-water functionality, the Tropic Comfort Natural Hoody features Patagonia’s modal fabric. Engineered from renewable, natural beech tree pulp, modal is super-soft and breathable yet durable for the most demanding hot-weather conditions.

Engineered from 96% modal sun and 4% spandex jersey, this material is super-soft, breathable and durable, plus delivers 40+ UPF sun protection s Convenient hanging loop at back for quick storage and drying s Longer sleeve length with thumb-hole elastic at cuffs provides added sun protection on the backs of hands s Classic hoody silhouette with generous hood is designed to fit over a baseball cap. s 265 g (9.35 oz) s 4 stock men’s sizes (Medium thru XXL) s

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Gear for the Ladies

We’ve worked with Patagonia and Korkers to bring the very best options we could find for our woman angler friends. We feel that the collection we’ve put together, with the help of ladies involved in the sport, brings a bit of everything one would need. Of course, we can’t be all things to everyone, but the collection on these two pages is a great starting point. Check our online catalog as several of these items, especially colors, will change throughout the year.

Women’s Boulder Fork

Women’s Nano Puff Hoody

Patagonia W’s Boulder Fork Rain Jacket

Women’s Swiftcurrent

Women’s Tributary

Patagonia W’s Swiftcurrent Stockingfoot Chest Waders

Designed for the female angler, these midweight breathable waders have waistmounted EZ-Lock suspenders for conversion to waist height. Innovative rearbuckle system provides a drop-seat function for quick relief. Interior, waterproof pocket, reach-through hand warmer pocket and a chest pocket. $549

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Size XSS SSS SRM MSS MRM MLM LSS LRM LLM XRM

Chest 32˝-33˝ 33˝-35˝ 33˝-35˝ 36˝-38˝ 36˝-38˝ 36˝-38˝ 39˝-40˝ 39˝-40˝ 39˝-40˝ 42˝-45˝

Hips 33˝-35˝ 37˝-38˝ 37˝-38˝ 39˝-41˝ 39˝-41˝ 39˝-41˝ 42˝-44˝ 42˝-44˝ 42˝-44˝ 45˝-48˝

Girth 36˝ 38˝ 38˝ 41˝ 41˝ 41˝ 44˝ 44˝ 44˝ 48˝

Inseam 29.5˝ 31.5˝ 31.5˝ 29.5˝ 31.5˝ 33.5˝ 29.5˝ 31.5˝ 33.5˝ 31.5˝

Shoe 6-8 6-8 8-10 6-8 8-10 8-10 6-8 6-8 8-10 8-10

Height 5´ - 5´4˝ 5´ - 5´4˝ 5´5˝ - 5´8˝ 5´ - 5´4˝ 5´5˝ - 5´8˝ 5´9˝ - 6´ 5´ - 5´4˝ 5´5˝ - 5´8˝ 5´9˝ - 6´ 5´5˝ - 5´8˝

Simms W’s Tributary Stockingfoot Chest Waders

s Tapered velcro closure cuffs for a snug fit s 388.39 g (13.7 oz) s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru XL)

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Largest Girth 37˝ 37˝ 38˝ 39˝ 39˝ 40˝ 41˝ 41˝ 43˝ 45˝ 49˝

Inseam 28˝ - 29˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 28˝ - 29˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 28˝ - 29˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 31˝ - 32˝ 31˝ - 32˝

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Patagonia W’s Nano Puff Hoody

Warm, windproof, water-resistant – the Nano Puff® Hoody uses incredibly lightweight and highly compressible 60-g PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation Eco 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with P.U.R.E.™ (Produced Using Reduced Emissions) technology, wrapped in a 100% recycled polyester shell and lining. s Center-front zipper has wicking interior storm flap and zipper garage at chin for next-to-skin comfort s Two zippered handwarmer pockets have cleanly finished zipper garages; internal zippered chest pocket doubles as a stuffsack with a reinforced carabiner clip-in loop s Under-the-helmet hood construction is light and simple s Drawcord-adjustable drop-tail hem seals in warmth s 306 g (10.8 oz) s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru XL) #PTGWNP

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11 stock women’s sizes (Small-Short thru XXL) $229.95

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s One zippered chest pocket for easy access to tools & accessories s Two side zipper hand pockets

s Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory

The best value in wading, the Tributary collection from Simms features every ounce of Simms high-performing wader DNA in an affordable package.

Breathable & comfortable waterproof polyester 3-layer upper & 4-layer lower.

Reach-through fleece lined hand-warming pocket, with zippered top stash pocket and integrated fly patch. Single rear belt loop with 38mm non-stretch wading belt and built-in Gravel Guards with gathered elastic bottom hem. s

A great jacket at an even better price, built for those days when the clouds open up and you want to stay dry. The 3-layer, waterproof/breathable H2No® Performance Standard shell is free of perfluorinated chemicals and made of 100% recycled polyester ripstop face. Includes a polyester membrane and a recycled polyester tricot backer with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish.

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Patagonia W's R1 Air Zip-Neck

Patagonia W’s Capilene Cool Daily Hoody

A breathable, comfortable and highly versatile fishing top for layering or wearing on its own, made with moisture-wicking Polartec® Power Grid® 93% recycled polyester/7% spandex fleece that provides outstanding insulation. ® ® s Polartec Power Grid 93% recycled polyester/7% spandex fleece provides moisture-wicking warmth; HeiQ® Pure odor control for long wear s Reinforced shoulders and sleeves for durability and water resistance; reinforcements made with 95% polyester/5% spandex s Zip-neck closure; left-chest pocket with zipper s 329 g (11.6 oz) s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru X-Large)

Patagonia’s most versatile technical top is built for use on the trail or on the water. It’s quick drying, has stretch for mobility and comfort, plus HeiQ® Pure odor control. Made with 50-100% recycled polyester, Capilene® Cool Daily styles keep you comfortable when you’re working hard in conditions ranging from cool to hot. Lightweight stretch fabric moves with you and provides enhanced comfort during activities both in and out of water. s Set-in sleeves for enhanced movement and fit s Deep hood provides additional coverage from sun s UPF sun protection s Thumb holes for added sun protection s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru X-Large)

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Patagonia W’s Tropic Comfort Hoody

Delivering dependable 40+ UPF sun protection and ingenious on-the-water functionality, the Tropic Comfort Natural Hoody features Patagonia’s modal fabric. Engineered from renewable, natural beech tree pulp, modal is super-soft and breathable yet durable for the most demanding hot-weather conditions. s Engineered from 96% modal sun and 4% spandex jersey, material is super-soft, breathable and durable, plus delivers 40+ UPF sun protection s Convenient hanging loop at back for quick storage and drying s Longer sleeve length with thumb-hole elastic at cuffs provides sun protection on backs of hands s Classic hoody silhouette with generous hood is designed to fit over a baseball cap. s 265 g (9.35 oz) s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru X-Large) #PTGWTCH Antique Pink or Wispy Green $99

Patagonia W’s Terrabone Jogger

Add a pair of lightweight performance pants to your fishing kit with the Terrebonne Joggers: breathable and quick-drying with a comfortable waistband and cuffs, and a bit of protection from the elements, thanks to a PFC-free DWR finish (durable water repellent coating that does not contain perfluorinated chemicals). They’re perfect for wet wading, hiking, bouldering and yoga. s Slim jogger fit with stretch-knit waistband and cuffs; body is made of 100% recycled polyester stretch ripstop with a PFC-free DWR finish and 40+ UPF sun protection s Drawcord for adjustability for the perfect fit s Two drop-in front pockets and a right-rear zippered pocket for easy access to terminal tackle s Articulated knee shaping for range of movement s 170 g (6 oz) s 4 stock women’s sizes (Small thru X-Large ) #PTGWTJ

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Korkers W’s Buckskin Mary Wading Boots

Korkers W’s Darkhorse Wading Boots

The definitive boot packed with performance and comfort for bad ass women anglers around the world. OmniTrax interchangeable sole system, includes a Kling-on rubber walking sole and a felt wading sole. Traditional laces with durable non-corrosive hardware. Also comes with the heel lock to provide a more secure fit and less foot slide. s Hydrophobic materials – faster dry times which lessen the chance of spreading invasive species. s Enhanced midsole, scratch rubber toe cap extending to side panels and rubberized RockGuard anti-abrasion synthetic material. s Water flows thru internal channels then out midsole ports, removing excess water and weight. s 3.2 LBS per pair with felt soles.

Same legendary Darkhorse, re-engineered to actually fit a woman’s foot instead of forcing it into a smaller men’s model. Also: no pink anywhere. OmniTrax interchangeable sole system, includes a Kling-on rubber walking sole and a felt sole. BOA lacing system provides unmatched simplicity and security. s Hydrophobic upper material with ultra abrasion resistance and tonal camo pattern s Molded TPU Toe Cap for durability and toe bump protection and protected stitching for prolonged thread life. s Water flows thru internal channels then out midsole ports, removing excess water and weight. s 3PFS Achilles stabilization for the superlative fit and function

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Saltwater Wading Boots Nothing compares to stalking the flats for bonefish, permit or a giant GT. It’s the ultimate fly-fishinghunt, mano a mano (you and the fish) and incorporates every skill as an angler and hunter.

The Simms Flats Sneaker is a specialty-designedsaltwater wading boot. This lace-up boot provides great ankle and arch support and a hard sole that protects your feet from coral, shells and marl. This is the boot you want for the Seychelles or Southern Belize, where 90% of your fishing is on foot.

The zip-up neoprene booties are perfect for short wade fishing sorties on the flats. They are easy to put on and take off, offer good sole protection and are light and easy to pack in your kit.

Simms G3 Guide Boot Built to withstand the most demanding wading environments, yet incredibly comfortable. Features bigtime ankle support and enhanced feel underfoot to help you get to hard to reach places. s s

Improved cleat retention 6mm plate.

Molded external TPU heel counter and heel clip for maximum ankle support.

#WBGBV Vibram Sole Sizes 9-14 $299.95 WBGBF Felted Sole Sizes 9-14

Korkers Darkhorse Wading Boot A remastered classic from the optimal traction brand; the DarkHorse™ is not a one trick pony.

Made for the angler that can’t compromise weight and durability for function.

BOA-Lacing provides unmatched simplicity and security Hydrophobic materials provide faster dry times. s Rubber toe and heel overlays for added protection s OmniTrax Interchangeable sole system s Includes a Kling-on and felt sole

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Simms Flats Sneaker Simms’ purpose-built Flats Sneakers are the go-to choice for roaming skinny waters, blending the durability and support of a wading boot with the lightweight feel of a sneaker.

Corrosion-free hardware Padded collar and tongue s Non-Marking sole is perfect for flats skiffs ® s Removable Right Angle footbed s s

#WBSFN Sizes 7-14 $179.95

Simms Flyweight Wading Boots Weighing in at a mere 40 oz, this low profile, ultra lightweight, synthetic wading boot is an excellent option for the traveling angler trying to stay under the airlines weight limit. The Flyweight boot also makes for an excellent boot to use with fins while float tubing.

Welded TPU film in high-abrasion zones for durability s High cushion EVA midsole s

#WBFLYV Vibram Sizes 7-14 $229.95 WBFLYF Felt Sizes 7-14

Orvis Christmas Island Bootie The Airprene upper allows water to flow freely through the boot, but keeps sand and grit out. Easy on-and-off with a YKK® side zipper secured at the top by a hook-and-loop tab to prevent line snags.

The sole and sidewall are a heavy-duty ridged rubber to protect against coral abrasion and offer excellent stability.

Made of Airprene and vulcanized rubber Easy on-and-off with a YKK® side zipper secured at the top s Includes a reusable mesh carry bag s s

#WBOFB Sizes 8-14 $98

Simms Freestone Wading Boot Defined by proven support, determined traction and rugged durability, the time-tested Freestone Boot powers through a full range of wading conditions. s s

Neoprene lining for comfort and easy on/off Dual-density EVA shock dampening midsole

#WBFB Vibram Sole Sizes 8-16 $199.95 WBFBF Felted Sole Sizes 8-16

Astral Loyak Wading Shoe

An incredibly lightweight wading boot that fits like a glove and delivers athletic and agile performance like no other. The enhanced midsole provides durability you can count on with one of the most comfortable boots made!

M2 Boa® lacing system quick & easy on/off Hydrophobic materials provide faster dry times. s Integrated large drainage ports reduce water weight. s Sizes 7-15 full sizes

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#WBDC Devil’s Canyon Boot WBSF Studded felt soles WBKO Studded Kling-On soles

Korkers Greenback Wading Boot Combines innovative technology and traditional style. Extremely comfortable, with fast drying synthetic uppers and traditional lace system. This very lightweight boot also wears a very modest price tag. s

OmniTrax Interchangeable sole system

#WBGBK Felt only Mens Sizes 7-15

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Astral Brewer 2.0 Wading Shoe

A low volume, high performance shoe providing durability, superlative grip, and supreme comfort on water or land. Self-draining, Flex-Grip™outsole promotes excellent balance and ground feel. Great for fishing on a flats skiff, drift boat or raft. s Indestructible Hydrophobic Canvas for durability with stretchy Airmesh for secure fit and ventilation. Two sets (different colors), water resistant laces provided. #ALWWS Mens Sizes 8-14 (Whole sizes only) $95

Super-sticky G® Rubber outsole, Balanced Geometry™ midsole, and Water-Ready uppers this evolution of Astral’s original shoe elevates the common sneaker to a new level of performance and versatility. Ideal for wet wading or for use in a raft. s Hydrophobic Canvas with Airmesh at vamp, tongue and medial side, Step-Down heel, built-in sockliner. Water resistant laces provided. #ABWWS Mens Sizes 8-14 (Half sizes available up to 111⁄2) $125

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Wading Accessories

Fishpond South Fork Wading Belt Your wading belt may just be the most important piece of gear you carry. If you’ve ever gone for an unexpected swim, you know that it can be the difference between a mild inconvenience and a legitimate emergency. The South Fork Wader Belt packs a laundry list of innovative features. The floating rail system allows you to add multiple storage systems, with the option to attach a shoulder strap for added support. With additional molle slots for water bottle holders, and an integrated net slot, you’ll find yourself leaving that old pack behind for this ultralight setup.

Simms Pro Wading Staff

Orvis Wading Staff

Excels against the push and pull thanks to the lightweight, high-strength capabilities of best-inclass carbon tubing. The four-section staff includes a FastLock system, similar to touring-style ski poles, for customizable lengths between 51 and 56 inches A contoured cork handle delivers non-slip grip. And the ergonomic strap is quick-release enabled for enhanced safety in the field. Moulded sheath comes standard.

Made in the same Austrian facility alongside premium trekking poles that features carbon-fiber sections with all aluminum hardware and stainlesssteel push buttons and springs. A coated stainless cable connects all three sections. Adjustable from 45˝-53˝ in length with a strong cam-lock.

Includes a keeper zinger and a neoprene sheath with loop for placement on a wader belt.

Thermoformed foam padding with lumbar support s Floating rail system allows for added storage options including the San Juan Chest Pack, Thunderhead Submersible Pouch, Thunderhead Chest Pack, Canyon Creek Chest Pack, and more

Complete with scabbard (sheath and powerful retractor) Printed depth gauges (in inches) s 55˝ long (deployed) s Durable 7075 aluminum tubing with Stainless steel coated cable and ribbed, closed cell foam grip s Built-in wrist strap, retractor, and compression molded sheath s Replaceable/interchangeable aluminum tip

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Simms Hard Bite Carbide Tipped Vibram Boot Studs Specially shaped to fit Simms Streamtread Vibram outsoles and to add traction, safety, and durability to any Vibram, rubber, or felted sole wading boot. #8999 Deep threads for felt soles 20 pack/$34.95 9000 Short threads rubbers soles

Patagonia Wading Support Belt Patagonia’s Wading Support Belt provides a sturdy, molded back assist for comfortable all-day wading.

The fully adjustable belt covers a wide range of waist measurements, integrates into Patagonia waders, and features a generous net sleeve and a durable quick-release buckle. #26110 Small/Medium 26111 Large/XL

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(Sting) Ray Guards 2.0 Ray-Guard Shield protectors are designed to protect anglers from under-water hazards and protect the lower leg area while wading Brazil and Bolivian rivers.

Protection from the knee down s Use with or without waders s Wrap-around shield s

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Simms Hard Bite Carbide and Aluminum Star Cleats The 45+ Rockwell Carbide chips are zinc-plated for added life, and additional corrosion resistance. The relatively corrosion-free Aluminum cleats are softer, producing a great grip on rock surfaces.

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#11670 Carbide Star Cleats/Studs 16 pack/$39.95 9036 Aluminum Star Cleats/Studs 14 pack/29.95

Patagonia Secure Stretch Wading Belt The sturdy Secure Stretch Wading Belt provides comfort and security, and it can support a net, staff or other accessory without sagging.

Korkers Boa M2 Lace Kit

#29563 Medium 30249 Large

Extra-long, Extra tough, woven nylon over an even tougher nylon core.

$35

#19931 Small (7-11) $12.99 19932 Large (12-15)

Simms Replacement Boot Laces

Simms Access Tech Fishing Belt Lumbar support at its best with a built-in net holster and D ring for secure attachment.

Extra-long, Extra tough, woven nylon over an even tougher nylon core,

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Wading Accessories

Restoring Waders & Jackets

Breathable waders and jackets often begin losing their waterproof and repellant character when the micropores in the fabric become clogged with dirt or salt. When water no longer “beads up” they need to be washed (according to directions, and adding Revivex will help even more).

Simms Neoprene Wading Sock Simms Mid-Calf Lightweight Merino Wool Socks Naturally wicking and odor resistant Excellent, lightweight insulation and cushioning s 66% wool, 32% nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex s s

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Simms OTC Midweight Merino Wool Socks The over-the-calf fit will stay in place all day. s The best all-purpose midweight wading sock made. s 66% wool, 32% nylon, 2% Lycra Spandex

Simms’ next-generation Neoprene Wading Socks are fine-tuned for performance across a swath of environs. Improved anatomical fit socks feature 2.5mm breathable, odor-fighting Airprene in the underfoot and a neoprene jersey upper that keeps feet warm in cooler water. #WDWWS S 7-8, M 8-10, L 10-12, XL 12-13 $34.95

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Revivex Spray Spray it on wet breathable gear, toss it in the dryer. #4420 10.5-ounce $12.95

Revivex Pro Cleaner

$34.95

Made specifically to clean and refresh all Gore-Tex, Windstopper, and other kinds of breathable outerwear.

Simms OTC Thermal Merino Wool Socks Heavyweight, hardworking Merino wool s Reinforced heel and toe s Machine washable s 81% wool, 18% nylon, 1% Lycra Spandex

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The Fly Shop’s Laundry/Wading Bag

Perfect for travel or to keep your car smelling fresh, and your clean, dry stuff separate from wet wading gear and stinky, dirty clothes. Folds flat and it’s terrific as a laundry bag on trips or for waders. #5271 24˝ x 19˝

$20.95

There’s an easy way to find leaks in Gore-Tex and other breathable fabrics. Just spray the inside of the wader or jacket with rubbing alcohol. The leak area will turn black. Mark them with a Sharpie and dab on some AquaSeal.

AquaSeal AquaSeal with FD Accelerator

Korker’s Guard Wading Sock Abrasion-resistant form-fit 3.5mm neoprene, complete with gravel guards and a patent-pending perforated footbed to drain away unwanted foot stew.

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3.5mm neoprene upper with perforated Airprene underfoot.

#WDKWS S 7-8, M 9-10, L 11-12, XL 13-14

$39.95

Our first choice for repairing any wader. Repairs are quick, permanent, flexible, and can be finished in minutes by using the FD® accelerant.

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Quick-drying zippered mesh top and end panels The most economical and easiest way to organize all your boots, waders, and wet gear.

#4495 8˝ x 14˝ x 10˝

#718 Aqua Seal with FD® Accelerator 5742 Aqua Seal (only) 9582 UV Aqua Seal Field Repair Kit

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Simms Field Repair Kit Quick-curing Aquasseal® UV and Tenacious Tape patches for instant on-the-water repairs to waders and rainwear. #18074 Instructions included $12.95

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No-Slip Wader/Vest Hangers

Simms Headwaters Taco Bag This fully zippered oval is large enough to handle all your wading gear and makes a mat for dressing.

Keeps wading gear together Zippered repair kit pocket s Extremely durable and weighs only 11 oz. s 600 denier ballistic nylon s 45 liter capacity

Fishpond Cimarron Wader Duffel This bag is designed to handle the abuse of season after season in the back of your truck.

Boot and wader compartment with mesh divider 2 large interior coated mesh zippered pockets s Detachable, front load washable, insulated wader mat s Detachable shoulder strap

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Nets & Accessories

FishPond’s “Nomad” Net This is the most durable and practical net we’ve ever seen!

Super-light, super-durable, built from graphite and fiberglass, these rugged nets are buoyant, weather-proof, and beautiful.

Each model features a heavy, fish-friendly rubber net and the Nomad net frame should outlast wooden models 20 to 1! #17340 Trophy Brown Trout 26˝ long, 13˝ x 18˝ opening $135.95 17342 Float Tube & Boat 37˝ long, 13˝ x 18˝ opening 169.95 17341 Steelhead Net 55˝ long, 16˝ x 25˝ opening 249.95

Rising Lunker Landing Net

Brodin S2 (Clear Mesh) Landing Nets These handcrafted nets feature beautiful hardwood multi-laminate grips and considered the world’s finest. The soft, clear rubberized netting is very gentle on fish and doesn’t tangle, rot, or mildew. The large, nearly rectangular, shallow netting cradles fish gently and helps with a quick release.

Nets are fitted with Brodin’s USA made eco-clear net bag made from silicon (not PVC which yellows over time) s Available stock is limited. #28124 Cutthroat Ghost $150 24.5˝ overall - 8/75˝ x 17.25˝ hoop #1458 Cutthroat Float Tube $150 38˝ overall - 12˝ x 16˝ hoop s

This aluminum net from Rising was designed by fishermen for fishermen. This heavy-duty net can take a serious beating, yet is light in the hand. The 24˝ handle gives you the ideal reach for wade fishing and use in a float tube or pontoon boat. We highly recommend this net for Tenkara fishing for the extra reach. Hoop has built-in measurement indicators. #21016 Lunker 47˝ overall, 12˝ x 21˝ opening $199

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The Fly Shop’s Fish-Friendly Nets

Beautifully hand-crafted to last for years, these nets are extremely light and very durable, and a great fly fishing value.

The soft, catch-and-release nets feature fish-friendly rubber mesh to help reduce both abrasion and hook-fouling, and allow fish to be released quickly. Each hardwood net has a double-laminated, durable hoop frame, extremely large hoop area and a shallow, flat bottom rubber mesh net designed to reduce fish stress. #16201 TFS Classic Trout Net 22˝ x 11˝ x 15˝ opening $50 16203 TFS Trophy Boat Net 38˝ x 16˝ x 21˝ opening 85

Measure and release your fish quickly without guesswork using these practical and durable nets.

Simply add the two visible numbers together at each end of the fish and let ‘em go. Measure Nets feature rubberized netting on most models, hypalon grips, and ultra-tough, durable aluminum frames. #14365 Small, Rubberized (fish to 20˝)$35 14366 Medium, Rubberized (fish to 24˝) 39 14367 Large, Rubberized, Extension (fish to 28˝)51 16251 Jr. Guide Model, Rubberized(fish to 34˝) 85

Measure Net Rubberized Net Replacement Bags

Zippered, rubberized replacement nets that fit many other models. Measure the circumference.

Fishpond’s Confluence Magnetic Net Holder With an 8 lb magnetic pull force, this is a complete magnetic net release system to keep your net close and always ready. #24384 $29.95

#14369 35˝ Small $20 14371 47˝ Large 24

#14370 40˝ Medium $22 31013 58˝ Jr. Guide 40

The Fly Shop’s Big Fish Nets

Big nets designed to handle steelhead, mega trout, and salmon. These babies are built for work and abuse, with the most durable net collar we’ve ever used.The durable, octagonal handle can be slid into the net opening for storage, and snaps securely and quickly into place when necessary. The soft, rubberized net is gentle on fish and doesn’t tangle, rot, or mildew. These are simply the best big nets made.

#1451 Opening 17˝ x 18˝ Overall closed length 31˝ Clear rubberized net Telescopes to 48˝ $59.95 1521 Opening 21˝ x 23˝ Overall length 78˝ Black rubberized net Telescopes to 115˝ 99.95 26076 Opening 20˝ x 27˝ Overall length 78˝ Black rubberized net Telescopes to 84˝ 109.95

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Luggage & Gear for the traveling angler

Fishpond Cutbank Gear Bag

Patagonia Great Divider

s Main storage compartment with 3 adjustable dividers

Built with the incredibly tough 1680 TPU-coated, recycled, Cyclepond nylon,YKK water resistant zippers, and welded construction with signature Fishpond molded top and bottom. As a specialized tackle bag it keeps your gear dry, and the organization system allows for easy access to your gear and eliminates any thought of having to worry about the elements.

s Velcro patches on the lid provide a quick place to stash flies

s Perfect size to fit in the hatch of most flats boats

while also allowing for easy customization s Magnetic front closure prevents accidental spills s An excellent carry-on that converts to a great boat bag #28689 18˝ x 9.5˝ x 13˝ 26L $319

s Included velcro fly patch for lid top

The ultimate storage bag for anglers, photographers and travelers! This waterresistant, non-submersible bag is padded with sturdy sides, shoulder and hand straps, adjustable dividers and storage pouches.

Our absolute favorite saltwater boat bag.

#29810 22 L (1,342 cu. in.)

17˝x 11˝ x 10˝ $299.95

Patagonia Black Hole Travel Cubes Patagonia Black Hole Wheeled Duffel Tough and highly weather-resistant, the Black Hole® Wheeled Duffel is a burly, smooth-rolling duffel that’ll protect your gear from the hard knocks of travel.

Sized to hold everything you need for an extended trip, with a zippered, Ushaped lid that covers the huge main compartment.

The sturdy frame sheath protects from baggage-handler abuse and oversized wheels deliver a smooth ride, whether you’re crossing the tarmac or traversing a cobblestone street. s Burly polyester ripstop weather-resistant material will keep all your gear dry in bad weather s Stout wheelset for easy movement on rough terrain

Patagonia’s Black Hole® Cubes add even more modular organization to your packing system. We have found that better organization in your luggage system provides for easier packing and locating what you need. Work great for any travel bag, but fit perfectly with the Black Hole Wheeled Duffel. s Water-resistant fabric with a recycled TPU coating s MCL Cube has a roll-top with a separate zip-access lower compartment s Made in a Fair Trade Certified™ factory

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The Fly Shop’s® submarine river duffle Outcast AK Duffle Bag Finally, a great big welded vinyl duffel bag perfect for week-long float, camp, or wilderness trips that has a modest price tag! The AK Duffle is very durable, and large enough for a week in the wild. There’s a ton of room inside and the shell’s light enough to insure all the weight you are carrying is gear and clothing, not heavyweight luggage.

s The full length duffel opening makes it easy to see and locate everything in the huge interior

s This tough, durable, large vinyl duffel is perfect for the occasional whitewater float trip.

s Space enough for a 4-piece, 14´spey rod and more than enough for a week’s worth of stuff

s Totally watertight, and submersible

s This duffel is completely watertight, totally submersible, and the best float trip bag ever made.

• Welded seams and reinforcement s Comfortable, padded, shoulder and backpack straps s Reinforced, stainless rings #15469 43˝ long inside x 28˝ Gray $209

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Unquestionably the best river and whitewater duffel ever made!

We had our duffel built exclusively for us by Jack’s, the best whitewater manufacturer in the world. Our professional guide staff spent two entire summers on the rugged, wild rivers of Kamchatka designing, testing, and refining this totally waterproof, and near-bulletproof duffel. The end result is a top-of-the-line expedition duffel for the serious outdoorsman and wilderness traveller.

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Sumo Rod Carrier

Fishpond Luggage & Angling Travel Accessories

Superbly designed rod carrier for the exterior of cars,trucks, SUV’s, and vans.

These guys have a well-earned reputation for designing and manufacturing well thought out equipment for the fly fishermen.Their luggage is no exception. It’s handsome and ultra-functional.

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Sportsmans Bumper Rod & Gun Holder The Sportsman Bumper Mini is a handy accessory for any outdoorsman. Fitted with powerful magnets, it attaches securely to the side of your car and keeps your rod or gun safely out of harm’s way while you’re gearing up. #21483

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Fishpond Teton Rolling Carry-On Duffel

Loon Quickdraw Rod Wraps The Quickdraw Rod Wraps securely fastens rod pieces or multiple rods - together, reducing the likelihood of broken tips or damaged guides. They can be used to safely store and travel with the components of a single broken down rod, or attach multiple rods together. Pair them with a Quickdraw Rod Sleeve and Quickdraw Reel Case to create the perfect traveling combo.

A well-designed travel carry-on that is sized for any adventure. Roll through the airport with a passport, change of clothes, and all the essentials.

Fashioned from tough, 420 denier, recycled nylon for rough rides to and from camp, and stylish enough for a quick weekend trip anywhere. s Retracting Handle

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s Compression molded bottom

s 45 liter capacity

s Exterior organization pocket s Rod tube attachment on each side

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Fishpond Cabin Creek Toiletry Kit This rugged toilet kit is our favorite. It’s design is based on the classic, original Dopp Kit created in 1919. Absolutely essential for frequent travelers. s Rugged waxed canvas s Two zippered interior pockets s Interior mesh/vinyl pockets keep everything in its place

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s Neoprene construction protects rods s Secures rod pieces together

s Weighs only 7.5 lbs

s Ventilated mesh interior pockets

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surfaces such as steel, aluminum, glass, plastic, fiberglass, carbon fiber, etc. s Easily transports all types of rods and reels s Safe and secure on rough roads at any reasonable speed. #13359 Magnetic Mount $189.95 17767 Suction Cup Mount 169.95

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Fishpond Thunderhead Dry Bag If reliability is rooted in simplicity, it doesn’t get more reliable than the Thunderhead Roll Top Dry Bag. Those extra layers you packed for camp will remain dry, from a small summer shower, to an unexpectedly bumpy ride down the river. Constructed with 900D TPU coated NewStream fabric, the Thunderhead Roll Top Dry Bag is designed to withstand whatever you throw at it. s 900D TPU coated

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Patagonia Travel Rod Roll

The Travel Rod Roll comfortably accommodates up to four fly rods in a simple, secure design. PU coating and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish, plus lightweight, sturdy internal bracing, it delivers security, protection and ease of use for traveling anglers. s Travel Rod Roll can fit up to four fly rods (7 ⁄2´ up to 9´) with 1

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sections up to 27˝ s Side panels keep the elements out and add extra protection when the Rod Roll is rolled up

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NewStream Fabric

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The Fly Shop’s® Aluminum Rod Tubes Fishpond’s Dakota Carry-On Rod & Reel Case

Grab your gear and go. This case handles all your 4-piece rods, reels and essential gear in a padded compartment with protective lid!

s Waterproof, molded bottom (back) s Adjustable, padded, removable interior reel dividers s 3 laminated see-through exterior mesh pockets for

keys, phone, airline tickets, etc. s Holds up to 4 rods, depending on length s Granite, Aspen Green and Stone Tan

4-piece Case for 9 foot (or less) rods #22809 31˝ long x 9˝ high x 5˝ wide $189.95 Spey Rod Case for rods less than 44˝ #18610 45˝ long x 9˝ high x 5˝ wide 219.95

Scientific Anglers Fly Rod Sleeves Protect your strung-up rods during transport. Simply slide over your rod and attach the keeper strap around the rod butt.

Half length works on 8´-11´ rods broken in two pieces.

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Clear Creek Multi-Piece Cloth Rod Socks

Soft velour rod bags, double-stitched and edge-trimmed for durability. Gray with black trim. #1812 2-Piece Sock 56˝ #8841 2-Piece Sock 59˝ $22 4382 3-Piece Sock 38˝ 4385 3-Piece Sock 42˝ 4387 4-Piece Sock 29˝ 8839 4-Piece Sock 32˝ phone

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Vests, Kit Bags, Packs & Sling Packs Fishpond Thunderhead Sling If you’re looking for a sling pack that gives you quick access to your gear and total waterproof protection, look no further. Load your valuables in the roomy main compartment and store them safely behind the fully waterproof TRUZIP. Fully waterproof, self-healing TRUZIP zipper closure on main compartment s Includes one set of Lariat Gear Straps. s Interior organization with removable zippered pocket and one clear stash pocket. ® s Velcro and exterior Hypalon tabs and reinforced cord loops for tool and accessory attachment. #29811 Shale $249.95 s

Fishpond Summit Sling 2.0 Fishpond’s most popular sling pack just got better.

The most comfortable and design-rich sling available today, the Summit Sling 2.0 offers all the features you expect from a technical sling, and more. Three large main compartments and numerous exterior attachment points provide plenty of storage space and quick access to the tools you need most.

Fishpond Elkhorn Lumbar Pack Offers lightweight construction, a rich set of features, and quick access to your gear, all on one iconic platform. With 5 liters of storage space, an interior water-resistant stash compartment, and an exterior quick access pocket, you won’t have to decide which boxes and accessories to leave at home. Intuitively placed Hypalon attachment points for tippet holders, retractors, floatant, and more keep essential tools immediately available. Compression straps on the underside of the pack provide a place to stow an extra layer. Constructed using highly durable, recycled Cyclepond Fabric, the Elkhorn will be the foundation of your on-river setup for years to come.

Adjustable compression strap system Two mesh water bottle holders (Bottles not included) s Padded backing and integrated net slot s Velcro patch (Tacky Fly Dock not included) s Minimalist tool attachment pad on shoulder strap #30952 Pebble $99.95 s s

Fishpond Thunderhead Small Lumbar Pack

Featuring a TRU Zip submersible zipper, the Thunderhead Small Lumbar delivers an airtight closure system to ensure everything stays completely dry. One of the key features of this pack is its detachable lumbar strap, which allows you to easily switch between a standalone lumbar pack and a fully integrated pack on their Switchback Wading Systems.

7 interior and exterior pockets s Molded drop down fly/cargo bench with outside fly patch ® s Hypalon attachments for retractors, and other gear s Integrated net sleeve on back panel ® s Shoulder pad work station with Hypalon attachment points #29800 Gravel $119.95 s

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Patagonia Stealth Sling Chasing the beach blitz on foot or searching for highcountry trout, you have to cover a lot of ground. Built to move, and comfortably hauls a day’s worth of gear; the bag easily slides around to the front for easy access. 15-liter volume holds two large fly boxes and has organizing pockets with hook-and-loop closures for all necessary tools. Molded, front-zippered panel drops open to create a miniature fly-tying table. Also includes a top-access, mesh-lined security pocket; internal waterproof phone/camera pocket; external water-bottle pocket with security keeper; new external tippet holder; highly water-repellent exterior YKK® zippers; and fully adjustable strap to allow for layering. #28682 Basin Green

$199.95

Fishpond Canyon Creek Chest Pack

The choice for grab-and-go anglers who need quick access to the absolute essentials, this highly versatile carry system offers a rich list of features, including seven tool attachment points, a dropdown fly bench, and an integrated net slot. Up to four of your favorite fly boxes will stow away with ease, leaving room for accessories. s Compatible with Fishpond pack systems s Drop-down fly bench with replaceable

Tacky silicone fly mat #29802 $79.95

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Fishpond Thunderhead Submersible Lumbar Pack Fully waterproof pack that is built with your comfort and personal gear in mind, even when you find yourself in the worst conditions. We designed this bag for anglers who brave conditions in search of the moment when it all goes off. The clean layout gives you a simple way to organize your gear, which can range from high end cameras, boxes of hand tied flies, to your peanut butter and jelly, all of which need to stay dry. Not only does it deliver an airtight closure system with the TRU Zip waterproof and submersible zipper, but it is also built for all-day comfort with padding in all the right places.

900D TPU coated NewStream fabric Interior organization with removable pocket s Integrated net slot ® s Exterior Hypalon tabs and reinforced cord loops for tool and accessory attachment #30374 Eco Camo $249.95

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Outcast’s Inflatable PFD (Floatation Device) There’s safety & buoyancy when you need it with this Coast Guard Approved Personal Floatation Device. This model is intended for anglers, boaters or swimmers in relatively calm water where there’s a chance of a quick rescue. Jerk the ripcord and the CO2 bladder inflates quickly, or inflate the vest manually.

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Fishpond Thunderhead Back Pack

Simms Freestone Vest

From big hikes into remote reaches of water or the urban commuter landscape of the city, we keep your most important items completely protected from the elements. This fully submersible backpack is one of our toughest bags ever, constructed with our bombproof 900D TPU coated NewStream fabric, a waterproof TRU Zip closure, and a sturdy harness system for a more comfortable carry. This new pack is equipped to carry and protect everything you could ever need for a day on the water. The Thunderhead Submersible Backpack is sure to keep your cameras, lunch and tackle dry.

The ideal blend of technical performance and lightweight comfort, Simms Freestone Vest has all the necessary storage for conveniently accessing your fishing necessities. Updated pocket array includes compression molded fly box storage pocket, and an easy access chest pocket keeps your phone secure

One set of Lariat gear straps (included) that can be positioned on left or right side 900D TPU Coated NewStream Fabric s Fully waterproof, self-healing TRU Zip zipper closure on main compartment s Water resistant zipper closure on the front pocket s Lightweight foam shoulder strap, hip belt, and molded back panel s Adjustable and removable lumbar support strap s Coated webbing daisy chain, d-ring, and four-way attachments on back panel for various accessories including the Thunderhead Submersible Pouch. s Interior organization with removable zippered pocket s Compatible with Thunderhead Chest Pack, Canyon Creek Chest Pack, San Juan Chest Pack, Sagebrush Mesh Vest front panel, and Cross-Current Chest Pack #30954 Yucca $299.95

Four interior drop pockets for additional accessory and tackle storage s Large zippered game pocket s Padded collar for all day comfort #CLVFV2 Pewter SM-XXL $129.95 s

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Fishpond Firehole Backpack This 26-liter platform features thoughtful organization, plenty of support and breathability, and an abundance of water storage for full days on the trail. Whether you’re tallying up the miles or just bushwhacking to your favorite run, the recycled nylon exterior will withstand a beating, while keeping loadweight at a minimum. Loaded with exclusive features, including an exterior boot and wader pouch for wet gear, integrated net holders, and specialty attachments for your existing Fishpond Chest Pack, the Firehole is a favorite among backcountry anglers and travelers everywhere.

Fishpond Sagebrush Pro Vest A lightweight vest that doesn’t compromise on carrying capacity, allowing anglers to carry everything needed for variable hatch conditions. Highly breathable mesh keeps you cool all day long.

Thoughtfully designed and comfortable beyond belief, every fly box and accessory you might need is made easily accessible for all-day river trips. Headed off the beaten path? The front panel of the vest attaches directly to Fishpond’s backpacks for the ultimate backcountry setup. The Sagebrush is the favorite vest of some of the hardest working guides in the west.

17 interior and exterior pockets Adjustable shoulder and torso straps for perfect fit s Signature drop-down fly bench with replaceable Tacky silicone fly mat #29803 $159.95 s s

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back panel s Exterior top and backside pockets, hip belt stash

pockets for quick access ® wader/boot pouch with additional exterior attachment points

s Stowable Hypalon

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Fishpond Wind River Roll Top Bag A favorite among our friends in Alaska, the Wind River Roll-Top Backpack has ample space to transport gear through the airports and into the wild with comfort. We improved this Fishpond classic with adding a thermoformed back panel and adjustable hip belt so you’ll have this pack for the long-haul.

900D TPU coated NewStream fabric One set of Lariat gear straps (included) that can be positioned on left or right side s Front stretch mesh pocket with zipper closure s Adjustable/removable lumbar support strap s Coated webbing haul handle s Interior removable zippered pocket #30953 Eco Shale $229.95

Patagonia Convertible Vest A versatile and lightweight vertical-pocket mesh vest appropriate for fresh and saltwater fishing; detaches at top and bottom so that it can be worn on pack fronts.

Vest can be worn alone or attached to pack fronts Vertical-pocket configuration for maximum convenience and organization s Lightweight, breathable mesh body s Interior zippered pockets for tippets and spools ® s Laser-cut Hypalon utility keeper allows for easy access to tools and nippers ™ s Fair Trade Certified sewn s 410 g (14.46 oz) #29612 Noble Gray $99

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Hemostats, Clippers & other tools

Headwear Collection

See our complete headwear selection on our website

See our complete selection of tools and accessories on our website!

Simms Superlight Sunshield Fishpond Eddy River Hat A defining symbol of the American West. Developed to provide maximum protection from the sun with 5˝ brim and stand up to daily abuse. #28752 Small, Guatamalan Palm $79.95 25455 Medium #28753 Large 28754 XL

Long-bill Sunshield Cap, featuring a neck-protecting cape.

Dr. Slick Split Shot Clamps

#32057 Sterling $59.95

Designed to open and close all sizes and materials of split shot. One jaw is shaped like a triangle/wedge and the other jaw has two recesses to hold the shot. Simply place the shot in the recess and close the clamp.

The ultimate hemostat, thoughtfully designed from the tips to the jaws to the handle. Tight angles and a shape engineered to accommodate all sizes of flies, allow for easy hook removal, and crimp even the heaviest of barbs.

#31851 5˝ Gold Loop, Straight $23

s Handy Carabiner finger loop

Loon Rogue Quickdraw Pliers

TFS Epic Washed Hat

s Flat jaw for hook removal and debarbing

Classic unstructured twill cap.

s Surgical quality stainless steel

#31119 Loden

s Eye clearing needle

$24.95

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s Locking handles

$29

TFS Epic Performance Hat Lightweight synthetic, dries quickly. #28442 Baltic

Loon Classic Mitten Scissor Clamps

$24.95

Squeeze clamps with scissors and iconic Loon yellow comfy grip handles. Designed to be used while wearing gloves or mittens. Mitten Clamps open and closed with the same squeezing motion.

TFS Drake Hat Medium profile cotton oil fabric. #28457 Brown

$28.95

#31972 6˝

TFS Legend Vintage Hat

$23

Dr. Slick Scissor Clamp Pliers s Great barb pincher s Razor-sharp serrated scissors s Strong, gold anodized surgical steel

#24347 5.5˝

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Unstructured profile with longer brim. #31116 Dark Mustard/Khaki $24.95 31117 Charcoal/Khaki/Vintage Rust

TFS Zone Trucker Hat Structured med. profile, mesh back. #31120 Green Moss/White

$24.95

Dr. Slick Spring Creek Forceps The perfectly matched tips are great for pinching small barbs.

Loon Hitch Pin Forceps TFS Patch Hat Structured profile, mesh back. #29959 Gray/White

$24.95

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Coolnet UV Buff Ultimate sun protection with UPF 50+, 4-way Ultra Stretch, quick drying, 100% seamless, and featuring polygenic odor control. #29546 Kam Moss $24 29548 Derma Gray 29549 Grateful Dead 27796 Emigrant Risers 30712 Trout Scape 30713 Redfish Tails

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s Smooth jaw structure

A new way to carry hemostats. The Hitch Pin handles allow these hemostats to be securely stored just about anywhere, and present an ergonomic resting place for your fingers while in use. $24

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Dr. Slick Black Surgical Steel Tools Top quality, black anodized steel forceps with durable hinges, smooth finish, and over-sized finger holes.

TFS Soft Mesh Hat

#1325 4˝ Curved Jaw Forceps $15.95 1378 5.5˝ Curved Jaw Forceps 16.95 24349 5.5˝ Straight Jaw Forceps 16.95

Structured profile, soft mesh back. #31115 Dark Gray/Natural

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s Gold anodized surgical steel

$24.95

Loon Hitch Pin Scissor Forceps A new way to carry hemostats. The same tool as the above forceps but with a built-in blade in the jaws.

TFS Eco Sideline Hat

s Eye clearing needle

s Flat jaw

Sierra Stream Needle Nose Pliers

Structured profile, mesh back.

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The Fly Shop’s Pin-On Retriever

A multi-function fishing clamp with an angled head for exceptional reach.

Smooth jaws for pinching barbs, and serrated scissor cut cleanly. The ergonomically spaced foam grips provide precise control and comfort

Super handy diamond grit hook hone

Lightweight, but heavy duty with an indestructible cord and spring.

As indestructible as zingers get! #1390

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Dr. Slick Offset Nipper/Hook File

$8.95

s Clips like a ball point pen to any pocket s Works well on all hooks from size 4 to 22

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The Fly Shop Tell Tale Tape Sixty inches of truth and spring-loaded facts. Easy-to-read, metric on one side, inches on the other. Water-resistant. #4273

$2.95

s Combo bottle opener/knot tension tool

#29841 Black

$29.95

Rising Nippa

Loon XL Nip N Sip Extra-large and comfy-gripped, the newest version of the Nip & Sip is a significant step up. The new design is comfortable in hand.

Umpqua Pro Retractor

A sharp nipper with cushioned grip and a recessed needle to clean the junk from the eye of your fly.

The absolute best freshwater field file.

s Rotating pin attachment

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s One 600-grit fine groove on one side

s Large extends 42˝, Small extends 20˝

s Ideal for dry flies and small streamers

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s Two 800-grit medium grooves on other

#3838 Large 3839 Small

s Perfect for salmon and steelhead flies s Finish file for bonefish and permit hooks

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$9.95

Fat Boy Nippa

Fishpond 360° Swivel Retractor

s Lanyard included

$39

s Stainless pivot pin-mount s Lasts a lifetime

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s Replaceable stainless steel hook eye cleaner s Easily adjustable polyurethane braid lanyard

and machined aluminum s Grateful Dead graphic $425

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$18.95

Nearly 4 inches long, this baby is super sharp and made for cutting the thick heavy mono and fluoro stuff.

Totally stainless, and totally sharp! #17346

$11.95

Simms Carbon Fiber Retractor

Abel Nippers New ergonomics, type III anodized bodies, as well as a brand new magnetic “spring.” Two sets of rare earth magnets keep the jaws open without a hinge that can be subject to corrosion issues while also acting as a reliable “fly dock” to attach your flies to while rigging.

Available with 3 body color options, and our full range of solid gloss colors on the central scale, there are over 54 different combinations to choose from.

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s Kink resistant coated retractor wire

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#29915 Black

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Rising Diamond Hook File

The most durable retractor made. The stretch polycord won’t break, and will extend up to 18 inches. #30616

$19.95

Tie-Fast Combo Tools This invaluable accessory should be hanging off every angler’s jacket or vest. It incorporates four absolutely indispensible fly fishing tools in one. s Razor sharp monofilament clipper s Handy needle knot tool s In-the-field hook sharpening file s Needle point for cleaning hook eyes

Tie-Fast Knot Tier This simple tool ties nail knots, uniknots, or needle nail knots, in seconds.

It should be an absolutely indispensable item carried in every vest or fishing jacket in the field. #4359

$13.95

#5110 Standard $25.95 20249 Magnum

$14.95

Ketchum Release The top catch-and-release tool made!

Available in three sizes and proven effective in both fresh and salt water.

Slide it down the leader and twist. #28201 Original (freshwater) $19.95 27772 Midge (super small flies) 28202 Big Bug (salt/streamers)

Economy Stream Thermometer #4501

$11.95

Hammerhead Gear Keepers Tough enough to hold any wading staff, net, or hemostat.

Fly Rite Stomach Pump The catch-and-release answer to getting a handle on what's on a fish’s menu without harming the fish.

Serious fly fishing professionals, dedicated tiers, and anglers who refuse to be outfoxed by a fish have used these for years to answer questions with something besides guesswork.

s Constructed of 6060 aerospace aluminum

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An invaluable tool for any serious fresh or saltwater angler.

Fishpond Arrowhead Retractor Arguably the very best retractor made. From the near-indestructible spring to the caribiner-style clip the Arrowhead Retractor is hand-crafted from stainless steel wherever possible.

The Arrowhead will outlast any other retractor on the market and pay for itself in durability and performance.

Teeny Hook Release The best hook release tool made! No need to handle the fish to remove the hook, eliminating the possibility of hurting the fish or removing their protective slime. s Great for boating and tubing! s Removes hooks quickly and easily

Fishpond Digital Thermometer

s 60 lb. strength coated stainless cable

Accuately measures water temperature instantly. Features memory, lit LED screen with big numbers, fully submersible.

Built in clip to prevent loss and stays easlily accessible.

s Snap-clip “D” ring mount for vests

$9.95

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1082 Wading Staff Retractor

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9614 Everything Retractor

20.95

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9615 Mini Retractor

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The New Zealand Indicator System

Palsa Buoyant Pinch-On Indicators

Just when you think you have a perfect system, something better comes along.

This is the best indicator we’ve found. Easy to attach and remove, this kit includes an applicator tool, a sampling of white and chartreuse wool, and 12 inches of size small replacement tubing. It’s subtle as it lands on the water, sensitive when fish touch the fly, and won’t get bogged down with water. It’s the best system for sophisticated spring creeks or clear, ultra-selective trout fishing situations. Watch the instructional video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OmTgXOER6c #18366 18367 18368 18372 18928

Strike Indicator Kit (includes, tool, 2 colors of wool, 12˝ clear tubing) $18.95 Strike Indicator Tubing, Small $10.95 #18371 Wool Dyed Orange 9.95 Strike Indicator Tubing, Large 18370 Wool Dyed Green Wool Dyed Black 18369 Wool Mixed Colors Wool Dyed White

Adhesive backed, fluorescent foam indicators that pinch anywhere on the leader. Ideal for suspending small nymphs above weed beds in slow streams or still water. #1400 Fl. Orange 24 per card/$3.95 1401 Fluorescent Green 1465 Fluorescent Pink 1480 Fluorescent White

These revolutionary indicators have harnessed trapped air technology! A simple design and a favorite among The Fly Shop® guides. Buoyant, easy to cast, durable, and highly visible. s Easy to attach, adjust

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Air-Lock Centerlock™ Indicators The Centerlock allows for true 90 degree rigging of Nymph rigs as well as running the line straight through on a tapered leader. The conical shape in the core ensures slip resistance against the most ferocious casters! s 2 slot sizes accommodate multiple line diameters 3 per package (assorted colors) Available in 1⁄2˝ or 3⁄4˝ #32037 1⁄2˝ $10.99 32038 3⁄4˝

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Air-Lock Biodegradable Indicators Quit sacrificing your tapered leaders to the “bobber gods”. The Air-Lock Strike Indicator is ultra buoyant, super visible, durable, easy to adjust, biodegradable, that won’t damage the butt section of your leader. Put your leader in the groove and re-attach the nut to the top. Unlike other systems, your leader stays in-line. No matter how many times you adjust your depth, your leader won't get kinked and compromise both your presentation and leader strength. Adjusting your depth is a breeze. Loosen the nut at the top, slide the indicator, then tighten the nut back down. No loops, knots, or kinks!

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These non-toxic, tin weights are coated with a durable non-glossy matte finish that both adds to longevity and keeps the weight from sliding on the line. Natural colors and subtle mottled texture won’t spook fish the way that glossy weights will. Double-cut design makes weights easily adjustable and truly re-usable, as they don’t require a special tool to open and remove. #24519 Big Water multi-pack

Loon Camo Drops Refills BB AB AAA SA SSG 2SSG

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Jaydacators™ The newest version of one of the most popular indicators on the market today! Made from closed cell foam, the new Jaydacators are significantly lighter, completely waterproof, and more sensitive than before. The subtle bites that weren’t detected, now won’t be missed and are much easier to cast!

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Dinsmore Non-Toxic Egg Shot Selector A convenient, dispenser for the shot.

Six dial-up compartments and sizes. #1391

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The ultimate tippet-to-leader connection. Eliminate unnecessary knots and extend the life of your leader. #19287 2mm

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Float Tubes, Pontoons &Accessories Outcast PowerKick Float Tube Fins Incredibly efficient, this model generates power on both the up and down stroke, and a cycling motion.

They’re Outcast’s modestly-priced knockoff of the most popular float tube fin ever made. #18249 Adjustable $130

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Don’t bet your life on cheap, inexpensive float tubes or pontoon boats!

Outcast Float Tube Fins Made specifically to fit comfortably over wading boots, these wide fins generate plenty of power and are very easy to take on and off. #126 Adjustable $65

T O P Q U A L I T Y F L O A T A T I O N devices have safe,well-constructed large diameter pontoons – designed to ride high in the water, so they glide easily and smoothly across water without drag. High floatation requires less energy and makes a long day of fishing a lot more fun.

Better models are a one-time investment and often last a lifetime.

Fin Tethers This convenient nylon keeper cord fastens to both the angler and fins, keeping them from losing each other when fishing. #6192 One size its all pair/$20

Knott Creek Float Tube Booties Made from a more durable 4mm neoprene than previous models, the support with these booties will have you kicking all day in comfort. #21134 Small (7-8) #21135 Medium (8-10) 21136 Large (10-12) 21137 XL(12-14) $89.95

Outcast Fish Cat 9 IR

The Fish Cat 9-IR is a great pontoon for the guy that wants to do everything on his own without breaking the bank. It has long pontoons for performance, but is still compact enough to stuff into the trunk or check as baggage on your summer holiday. It’s a very stable boat that’s safe and stable in most reasonable situations, stillwater, spring creeks and moving water.

9´long pontoons, 16˝ diameter s Weighs only 57 pounds Motor mount included s Over size shipping rate will apply s Easily stored and very effective 7´aluminum, breakdown oars with molded oar stops #4436 Blue Inflated size: 54˝ x 108˝ $1,209 s

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Float Tube Anchor The 2 lb. lead anchor is ideal for float tubing and includes 100´ of nylon line and a carrying case. #1808 2 lb. lead anchor $65

Outcast Double Action Tube and Pontoon Barrel Pump This professional pump is remarkably efficient and inflates on both the up and down stroke, saving a bunch of streamside time and a lot of effort. #11928

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Visit our website and find a great selection of float tube anchors, fins, repair kits, and other float tube and pontoon boat supplies phone

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#1 selling float tube in America! With nearly every feature but the price!

The difference between the Fish Cat and the Super Fat Cat is more than the $230 contrast in price. The Fish Cat has a vinyl (not urethane bladder), foam (not inflated) seat and back rest. Weighs a little more than the Super Cat and supports 50 pounds less. s Best selling float tube in the USA!

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Get to the tough spots using the best float tube ever made!

The Super Fat Cat LCS design is a combination of the best features of pontoon boats and float tubes. It rides high on pontoons that are independently contoured and swept up in the normal direction of motion (backwards), The Fat Cat design creates less drag than most other float tubes and requires a lot less effort to glide smoothly across the surface.

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The Fly Shop’s Fly Tying Hooks “It's no secret that The Fly Shop® hooks are the best budget priced hooks in the sport.

You can’t find a hook of the same quality at a lower price. The Fly Shop® hooks are very strong, super sharp, and are available in all the favorite models and sizes.”

The Fly Shop® hooks introduced a new generation of pricing for the fly tyer.

These are the same hooks used by several famous commercial fly tying companies for their top-of-the line flies.

All models below excluding our unique, “specialty hooks” cost just $3.00 per 25 pack or $11.00 per 100 pack Super-strong, super-sharp, super-durable, and available at a super price! s Compare quality

The Fly Shop® hooks are brought to you by professionals who recognize quality. These are the best hooks for the money in the fly fishing world!

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Our hooks are manufactured just for The Fly Shop® and not currently available in other retail locations. Some of our models can’t be found anywhere else at any price. s Save by buying in bulk!

Our hundred-pack price represents a huge discount above an already great price.

TFS 100 Sizes 10-18 1x fine, down eye, bronze, forged, 1x wide gape The standard dry fly hook.

TFS 5263 Sizes 2-14 2x heavy, 3x long, down eye, fine hook for stonefly nymphs and Chernobyls.

TFS 921 Sizes 12-18 1x fine, 2x short, down eye, forged, bronze, wide gape, short shank dry fly hook.

TFS 200R Sizes 4- 8 3x long, 1x heavy, curved, ring eye. Ideal for nymphs, leeches, hex, wooly buggers.

TFS 5212 Sizes 6-14 2x long, 1x fine. A perfect hook for terrestrials and long shanked dry flies.

TFS 2302 Sizes 6-18 2x long, slight hump shank, down eye. Perfect for many caddis and terrestrials.

TFS 2312 Sizes 6-18 1x fine, 2x long, straight eye, slight bend, bronze, forged. Excellent Stimulator and long shank dry hook.

TFS 2305 Size 2/0, and sizes 1-18, 2x heavy, 1x long, curved shank, super versatile from midges to steelhead flies.

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TFS 3769 Sizes 6-18 2x heavy, down eye, sproat bend, that is very good for nymphs.

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TFS 3761 Sizes 6 - 20 1x long, 2x heavy, sproat bend, down eye.

Purchase $100 or more, and receive free shipping.

If you don’t like our hooks, send back what isn’t used within 30 days of purchase for a credit.

TFS 9395 Sizes 2-10 4x long, 3x heavy, ring eye, extra long streamer and stonefly hook.

TFS 5262 Sizes 4-16 2x heavy, 2x long,down eye The standard nymph hook.

TFS 2500 Sizes 6-18 2x wide, 2x short, 2x heavy straight eye. Eggs, scuds, shrimp, mayflies, caddis.

TFS 105 Sizes 4-10 5x short, 2x strong, forged, ring eye, glo bugs and egg patterns.

TFS 7423 Sizes 2-8 3x strong, tin, down-turned eye, steelhead, salmon, The #1 shad hook!

These three specialty hooks below are $3.50 per 25 pack or $12.00 per 100 TFS 7258 Sizes 3/0, 2/0,1/0, 2, 4, 6 Xtra strong, stainless, ring eye, bonefish and tarpon.

TFS 300 Sizes 2-8 4x long, 2x heavy, down turned eye for large, long stoneflies and streamers.

TFS 5444 Sizes 3/0, 2/0,1/0, 1, 2, 4, 6 A top quality jig hook at a super reasonable price.

TFS 2457 Sizes 6-18 2x wide, 2x short, 2x heavy caddis pupa, scud, shrimp.

TFS 8774 Sizes 2/0-10 3x heavy, up eye, limerick bend, traditional black finished Atlantic salmon and steelhead hook.

Firehole Sticks are brought to us from some hard-core Montana anglers, and these guys have developed some truly unique, specialty hook models that aren’t found elsewhere!

The Firehole Stick that originally caught our attention is the 516 Jig Hook available in sizes #16, #18, and #20 (the upturned hook point extends the retention point and improves hookups).

Several models have distinctive bends and wire configurations not found anywhere else. All Firehole Sticks are barbless, feature razor-sharp points, and sport a stealthy black nickel finish.

Firehole Sticks come in convenient packs of 36, that’s eleven more than you normally get from most manufacturers. The price on these hooks is unbelievable at $8.35 per pack!

Firehole 315 Sizes 12-18 36/$8.35 Standard length, 2x gape, straight eye, heavy wire.

Firehole 317 Sizes 12-18 36$/8.35 Standard length, 1x gape, straight eye, medium wire.

Firehole 419 Sizes 12-20 Standard length, 2x wide gape, down eye, light wire.

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Firehole 516 Sizes 16-20 36/$8.35 Heavy style jig hook, 60 degree bend, 1x wide gape, standard shank length.

Firehole 718 Sizes 6-18 3x long, 2x gape, straight eye, medium-heavy wire.

Firehole 633 Sizes 10-18 36/$8.35 1x long, 2x wide gape, down eye, extra heavy wire.

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THE FLY SHOP’S

Fly Fishing Schools O U R E X P E R T T E A C H I N G S T A F F has a fine-tuned approach to instruction that makes learning

the sport easy, fun, and fast. We care about properly introducing the sport of fly fishing to others. It’s part of why we’ve developed one of the premier fly fishing education programs in the country.

Our curriculum includes fly fishing programs for beginner, intermediate, and advanced fly fishers.

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3-Day Fly Fishing Schools This fly fishing school was designed for beginners to deliver the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue the sport on their own. Held at premium lodges and led by certified casting instructors & avid fly anglers, it places an emphasis on the fundametals: casting, basics knots, entomology and fly selection, rigging, and finding fish. All fly fishing equipment, meals, lodging, study guides, instruction and workbooks are included in all of our 3-day schools. s $1,595 per person double occupancy s 2,095 per person single occupancy. s May 9 - 12, August 15-18 1-Day Trout Clinics The Fly Shop® has several clinics for those who are interested in improving their skills and knowledge to tackle fly fishing for trout in a variety of situations. These one day clinics offer expert instruction that will build upon basic skills in the Freestone Trout Clinic, to more specialized techniques presented in the European Nymphing and Trout Spey Clinics. These day long clinics are designed to take novice fly fishers to the next level. s Freestone Trout Clinic - to be determined s European Nymphing Clinic - to be determined s Trout Spey Clinic - May s $200 per clinic per person

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Women’s 3-Day Fly Fishing Schools A full-on learning experience featuring our finetuned instruction curriculum custom tailored to an audience of women-only in a fun-filled, no-pressure and no-testosterone atmosphere.

All tackle is provided and the ladies have ample opportunity to reinforce their lessons in the fishrich lakes and stream at Antelope Creek Ranch. s $1,595 per person double occupancy s 2,095 per person single occupancy. s August 22 - 25 Women only

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Specialized Seminars Instruction can be tailored for individual anglers, any size group, club organization, or business. We’ll build a customized curriculum to match your schedule, skill level, interests or goals; whether it’s a one-day introduction to the sport, a clinic to prepare for an exotic fishing trip, or an on-the-water workshop covering the fine points of spey casting. The Fly Shop® team will be glad to tailor a private clinic or seminar at the location of your choice, at Antelope Creek Ranch, or at a park or convenient site near your home or office.

Please write, e-mail or call for information, rates, and the dates for these sessions.

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3-Day Spey School Learn to cast and fish the long rods from a dedicated team of Spey Fishing die-hards led

by Chris King, a certified two-handed casting instructor and lifelong steelhead fanatic.

Based on the Klamath River estuary at Gold River Lodge during the heart of the summer run steelhead season, this comprehensive fly fishing school will deliver all of the basic concepts and specifics necessary to get you up to speed on the fundamental skills and tactics you need to become a successful Spey fisher. s $2,300 per person, single occupancy s August 8 - 11

The Perfect Fly Fishing Campus

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Antelope Creek Ranch on the north slope of Mount Shasta has a terrific lodge, two miles of private stream, a couple of trophy trout-filled lakes and is the ideal outdoor fly fishing classroom!

I S T H E P E R F E C T P L A C E to begin to master the sport. Students have a chance to put their new fly fishing lessons into practice right away and the opportunity to refine their skills with real-time angling action in fisherman-friendly situation.

Students will enjoy wonderful accommodations, delicious meals, and are taught in an informal lodge atmosphere. There is plenty of room at the lodge for as many as a dozen students and single occupancy accommodations are an option.

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1-Day Spey Casting Clinics Expert instruction on the Lower Sacramento River with The Fly Shop’s Chris King, Two Hand Master Certified Casting Instructor.

Our talented team will be supplemented for this information-packed seminar by regional experts of this two handed casting skill.

Each day’s program will start at 9:30 am at a broad gravel bar on the Sacramento River just south of Redding. The morning program will start with some informal discussions on Spey casting, followed by several hours of Spey casting demonstrations and one-on-one instruction. s $295 per person. s November 8 or 9

Guests and students at Antelope Creek Ranch are treated to fine meals and terrific lodging without housekeeping distractions. They can focus on the real reason they’re there – to relax and enjoy themselves a stone’s throw from a fish-filled stream and a short walk to either of two trophy lakes.

Learn more about Antelope Creek Ranch by calling The Fly Shop® 800-669-3474

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Get your kid into the outdoors and into fly fishing by sending him (or her) to one of our five-day summer flyfishing camps.

Choose any one of the seven sessions held at The Fly Shop’s spectacular angling ranch on the north slope of Mount Shasta.

Send your kid to Summer FishCamp™ at Antelope Creek Ranch

The Perfect Fly Fishing Campus A N T E L O P E C R E E K R A N C H on the north

slope of Mount Shasta, is our fly fishing instruction campus. With two miles of private stream and a couple of trophy trout-filled lakes, the ranch is an ideal outdoor classroom and ensures that our schools are more than just casting classes.

It is the perfect place to begin to master the sport. Students have a chance to put their new fly fishing lessons into practice right away, and strengthen their new skills with real-time angling action in fisherman-friendly water.

Students will enjoy wonderful accommodations, delicious meals, and are taught in an informal lodge atmosphere. There is plenty of room at the lodge for as many as a dozen students and single occupancy accommodations are an option.

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Or consider bringing the whole family for five days of fly fishing instruction spent with an expert team of professionals.

Begun more than two decades ago with the help of the legendary instructor, Mel Krieger, our KidsCamp is a great way to introduce youngsters to the world of fly fishing “Teach a kid to fish and open the door to a lifetime of pleasure!”

Everything at FishCamp™ is included Every meal, all equipment, comfortable wall tents, cots, professional round-the-clock supervision, instruction, superb counselors, lots of fun and loads of fish. Kids need to bring their sleeping bag, toiletries, and a big smile.

Learn more about Antelope Creek Ranch by calling The Fly Shop® 800-669-3474

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FishCamp™ for kids & families Our award-winning summer camps are located in the perfect outdoor campus. It is the ideal way for young boys and girls (age 10-15) or kids with their families to learn to master and enjoy the sport of fly fishing.

L E A R N the fundamental casting and fly fishing techniques, fly tying, and a variety of outdoor skills that will stay with them the rest of their lives.

They’ll meet other junior anglers with the same interests and have a ball catching (and releasing) lots of trout in our fish-filled stream and our productive lakes on flies they’ll have tied themselves.

During their 5-day stay at Antelope Creek Ranch, campers are supervised by professionals, taught by patient experts, and surrounded by miles of private stream and fish-filled lakes that provide the ideal

fresh-air fly fishing classroom, where they’ll have fun while reinforcing the instruction with angling action.

We first opened our tent flaps to generations of future fly fishers in 1998, and over the years we’ve developed the finest youth fly fishing camp in the nation. This is the ideal place to instill permanent enthusiasm, ensure success, and guarantee your FishCampers develop correct habits

Kids FishCamps™ $995 per Camper A 4-night, 5-day stay at the Antelope Creek Ranch FishCamp™ is the perfect way to introduce your youngster to the world of fly fishing. s June 17 - 21 s June 24 - 28 s July 8 - 12 s July 15 - 19

Advanced FishCamp™ $1,395 per Camper This more advanced curriculum is ideal for young anglers who are well-grounded in fly fishing or are graduates of introductory FishCamps. Camp includes a guided Lower Sacramento float trip after commencement. s July 22 - 26

FISHCAMPERS

Family FishCamp™ $3,980 per Tent/Up to 4 Campers The entire family can spend 4 nights and 5 days fishing, learning, sharing stories by the campfire, improving their fly fishing skills, and building mid-summer memories together at our Antelope Creek Ranch. s 5-Day Family Camps s July 29 - August 2 Learn knots Casting techniques s How to fly fish s Hiking & Games

Our ranch is our classroom!

Our fences surround two miles of private streams and two trophy trout-filled lakes.

Everything at FishCamp™ is included Every meal, all equipment, comfortable wall tents, cots, professional round-the-clock supervision, instruction, superb counselors, lots of fun and loads of fish. Kids need to bring only their sleeping bag, clothing, toiletries, and a big smile.

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• We guarantee everything to be 100% satisfactory. Period.

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Easy to find. Take the (Exit 675) Bonnyview-Churn Creek Road exit off Interstate 5 at the south end of Redding, left at the Shell station, and continue a few hundred yards north on the freeway frontage road to: 4140 Churn Creek Road