Redington Big Game Rod | The Best Short Stick

Check out the all new Redington Big Game Fly rod! This thing is such a fun rod to fish. Particularly the short length smaller size! If you're looking for a rod for sniping under the mangroves, docks or a sick freshwater short stick bass rod (similar to the sage bass), look no further! This rod [...]

Simms Spring | Gear To Keep You On The Water Longer

As a fishing guide, I’m out there day after day, and once the sun gets high and the glare turns the water into a mirror, I want clothing I don’t have to think about—this hoody is exactly that for me. It’s basically my built-in shade: it keeps my neck, ears, and arms covered without feeling [...]

Sage R8 Power | Build For The Flats

The Sage POWER R8: A Saltwater Weapon, From a Fly Shop That actually fishes the flats. Let me start by saying: I had the chance to fish this rod for five days in the Bahamas before it ever hit the shelves—and saying I was grateful to have it with me is an understatement. This trip [...]

Frost Violet Tibors? YES PLEASE!

"The simple fact is that when we purchase a fly reel, we expect that reel to perform. By those standards Tibor delivers on their reels now for generations to come. If you have't givin our blogpost We we love our Tibors a read I highly suggest you do.. If you're asking yourself, how does Tibor [...]

Metz Graded Tarpon, Crab, Shrimp Hackles | Hand Selected For The Best

Why Metz Tarpon & Crab and Crab & Shrimp Packs Are Must-Haves for Saltwater and Warmwater Fly Tiers When I’m tying for clients or getting ready for a trip, I don’t have time to dig through a dozen capes hunting for the right feather. I want something that ties clean, looks right in the water, [...]

The Sage Enforcer | Built For Trust

If you’re looking for a saltwater reel, the list of options is long and the differences aren’t always clear. But if you want something that’s powerful, sealed, and built for the abuse of salt, the Sage Enforcer deserves a hard look. Here’s why this reel has become a favorite in our shop & customers hands. [...]

Abel Pliers | What’s New in 2025

Materials & Construction The originals were built from 6061-T6 aluminum with stainless steel jaws — tough, corrosion-resistant, and nearly indestructible. The anodized finish held up well over time, and you’d be hard-pressed to find one that didn’t still work after years of use. 2025 Abel Pliers:The new pliers stick with the proven aluminum body but [...]

MFC Galloup’s Fish Feathers – Arrowhead & Grizzled | A Fishy Fly Feather

When it comes to fishy feathers, this is what I think of: a multi-colored, blended feather that has natural movement and is perfect straight out of the pack. Choosing the right feather in fly tying is important—it directly affects the fly's appearance, movement, and effectiveness in mimicking natural prey. The texture, color, and transparency of [...]

Spiced Up Feathers | MFC Mottled Schlappen

Montana Fly Company has introduced their new Mottled Schlappen feathers, designed to enhance fly tying with their unique coloration and versatility. These feathers feature a distinctive mottled pattern, offering a natural and lifelike appearance that is ideal for creating realistic fly patterns. Available in various sizes, the Mottled Schlappen is suitable for tying a wide [...]

Bauer’s Flats Crab meets Flexo Crab in Chicone’s New McFly Crab

Roots: Bauer's Flats Crab The Bauer's Flats Crab is a staple in the arsenal of Caribbean and Central American permit anglers & guides. This fly was popularized for its effectiveness in Belize and has become a must have fly for permit in lagoons and shallow, off-color water. Roots: Flexo Crab The Flexo Crab is a [...]