Fly Fishing Product Reviews

Recharged with a UPF50 rating, Simms’ Solarflex™ LS Crewneck is a sun-shielding champ that delivers comfort and protection from steelhead beats to coastal Oregon streets. Features include a COR3™ fabric triple-threat of wicking, antimicrobial, and UV-blocking chops, while flat-seam construction delivers an always smooth next-to-skin feel. The longer body extends coverage for rowing and built-in finger loops put the brakes...

Set your GPS to wander-mode and step into the fly-fishing pant with no set agenda—other than to move freely, everywhere and anywhere. Simms’ contoured, durable, and quick-drying Drifter Pant comes equipped with comfortable 100-percent nylon fabric that wicks moisture and blocks harmful UV rays at a UPF50 rating. Storage of the no-shortage variety stems from two slash-hand pockets and zippered...

Step onboard and into an ocean of fishing opportunities in this lightweight button-down that’s built to perform. The Attractor LS Shirt features articulated patterning for ease of motion and quick-drying fabric kitted with the sun-blocking benefits of UPF50 COR3™ technology. Access flies and additional essentials via two zippered chest pockets, while accessory tabs secure tools and a chamois at the...

Full-time dexterity in a half-finger option Keep your fishing hands ecstatic and elastic, with the full-time performance of Simms’ Exstream™ Half Finger gloves. Powered by Polartec® Powershield Pro™, these water-resistant warmth generators block downstream gusts with aplomb, while allowing just the right amount of air circulation to wick moisture and enhance breathability. With fingers left free for knot tying and...

Taking its cue from the hard-charging Drifter Pant, this quick-drying short blends unabridged style with proven fishing functionality. Features include a contoured fit for a streamlined silhouette, durable 100-percent nylon fabric with UPF50 sun-shielding prowess, and a full array of accessory-ready pockets. A snap secure CF closure and accessory loop come standard. Durable, wicking, quick-dry pants with a contoured fit...

Making a good thing better is what Waterworks is about. The Speedster is a super-high retrieve rate reel with a narrower spool, inboard mounted handle and an outer diameter significantly larger than our highest performing reels. The narrow spool prevents line barreling, the added circumference and inboard handle improve retrieve rate. Mate these features with our time tested smooth as...

Guru HD This new  reel  stands for “heavy duty” and this version of Guru, unlike the standard Guru, has both a complete cage design (like    ARX ) and type II finish in a pewter-tan color.  Guru HD is a great affordable Saltwater and Spey reel. *HD Spools are not compatible with standard Guru Format: Large Arbor Materials: Machined aluminum...

This season Litespeed fly fishing reels will adopt the ergonomic and structural improvements introduced on the 2011 Anniversary Series Litespeed. The spool profile has been flattened slightly and the handle moved outboard to keep knuckles away from moving parts; the drag knob has been redesigned for better grip. As with our other premium reels, pocket milling the spool face and...

Fishing Trip Rule #742 - Every angler must have four rods on hand, even if they are just headed down the street for carp. Additionally, each rod must be matched with a reel and a spare spool, which must also be available at all times. Finally, the angler must have a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich, a bag of chips, and...

Simms has gotten into the the techincal glove market big time and we have them all in stock here at the Kingfisher. Just like with their waders Simms went all in with the development of their glove line.   Simms G4 Glove GORE-TEX® waterproof performance for hard-working hands For hands used to hammering throttles and pulling on oars, Simms’ G4...