YETI Presents | All That Is Sacred

You're going to see this film shared all over your socials over the next few days and for good reason.  Take a few minutes, uninterrupted and focused, to enjoy it.  

An original film copy of Tarpon was found and is being restored to 4K. You can find out more at www.tarpon1973.com.

RIVERSMITH - Introducing the Convoy Collection

I don't know if you have been keeping an eye on Riversmith lately but they took one good idea with building car top rod holders and over the last year or so have been rolling out a series of new and innovative products.  Their latest release is the Convoy Collection, which is a carefully designed series of waterproof travel bags.

I'm hoping to get hands on several pieces from the Convoy Collection and might even talk Riversmith into a giveaway.  More on that (hopefully) soon...

From the Riversmith presser...

"Riversmith is proud to introduce its new Convoy Collection – a collection of weatherproof travel bags purpose-built to instill confidence in anglers, regardless of the challenges they may encounter. Each mindfully designed bag brings together lightweight construction and durability to withstand the rigors of fly fishing and destination travel.   
 
“The Convoy Collection is something that Riversmith has been thinking about, designing and field testing for over a year,” said Jason Thomas, Director of Design and Product Development. “You might know Riversmith as a company that designs fly rod racks and storage systems for your vehicle or rafts. Today, we’re extending our product offerings and bringing you a highly intentional line of fly fishing travel gear.”

Combining lightweight fabrics with heavy-duty construction, the Convoy Collection offers anglers everything required for all-purpose destination travel and includes:
 
The Gear-Roll – Whether you're fishing small streams close-to-home, exploring remote rivers, or wading cold water beaches, the Convoy Gear-Roll is the ultimate wade-fishing pack that ensures you're equipped for success on the water.

The Hauler – The Hauler is our newest fully waterproof gear-tote tailored for the get-after-it angler. It comes in both 45 and 60-liter sizes.

The Duffel – This is our waterproof-on-demand duffel bag, engineered for destination travel anglers who prioritize lightweight gear without compromising protection. The Convoy Duffel comes in two size: 45 and 70-liters.

The Travel Pack – The Convoy Travel Pack was designed for the angler who travels obsessively and extensively. This backpack is innovative, durable and functional - ensuring that every aspect of your journey unfolds seamlessly.

The PackOut Bag - Crafted from durable materials, this minimalist fly fishing pack is built to endure the demands of outdoor exploration. The PackOut Bag provides a practical storage solution for your fly fishing gear essentials - but it’s also equipped with a deployable, removable, and machine washable 11” x 22” trash containment bag.
 
"Our customers have always trusted the products Riversmith creates,” said John Koza, CEO of Riversmith.  “For the Convoy Collection, we held ourselves to the highest standard throughout the design and production process. Every detail is looked over to ensure we continue to build the best products that solve real problems. We listen to our customers and want nothing more than to continue to cultivate that trust and enthusiasm.”  
 
At Riversmith, our focus is to protect what's really important - your time, your gear, and your experience on the water."

 

Check out the entire Convoy Collection on the Riversmith website.  Which piece or pieces have caught your eye as favorites?

REDINGTON - The Taco Tour - Episode 2

"The Taco Tour" with Mario Guel of Taco Fly Co. and Redington continues with a stop on the mighty Missouri with one of my favorite folks, Mark Raisler (a.k.a. SOL, a.k.a. Squeeky Oar Lock) at Headhunters Fly Shop.  This is a fun and tasty one...



Side note... It would be a miss if the Redington Butter Stick doesn't make it into an upcoming episode. 

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EPIC FLY FISH - Limited Edition Blackout Series Fly Rods

For those of you who believe that a fly rod should be black, Epic Fly Fish has you covered with their limited edition Blackout Series.  These are available in the Epic 476, Epic 580, and Epic 686 and the marketing talk says...

"Featuring a stunning jet black finish, black guides, and gold accents, these rods are as collectible as they are functional."

A search on T.F.M. will reveal dozens upon dozens of posts on all of the Epic fly rods.  You can't go wrong with any of these three fly rods though longtime readers and glass enthusiasts know the Epic 686 is a "Must Own".

EPIC 476 BLACKOUT

BLACKOUT EPIC 580

BLACKOUT EPIC 686

Visit the Epic Fly Fish website for more info and get your Blackout Series fly rod before they run out.

FLAVOR ON THE FLY - Episode 2 - Maine

It's been way too long since I've been to Maine.  Like decades long.  I've got to get back.  In the meantime, the latest episode of Flavor of the Fly will have to do.  Press PLAY...

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FISH ON! CUSTOM RODS - Japanese Ijuin-Rods Blanks in Stock

There are a series of posts in the works with Fish On! Custom Rods as their shop is the source of a long list of very cool things.  I figured that I'd pass along that if you're looking for any of the Ijuin-Rod blanks stateside, they are in stock on the Fish On! website.   

I don't have experience with many of the Ijuin-Rod blanks but can't speak a word against my Kazutomo Ijuin built Ijuin-Rod 7' 3-weight.  It's absolutely wonderful, a full-flex fairy wand, and the consensus online seems to be the same with all of Tomo's well thought out tapers.

Visit the Fish On! Custom Rods website to see everything they offer and check out their Ijuin-Rods page to see the dozen different blanks they have in stock.

BIKE TO FLY - 9 Days of Bikepacking & Fly Fishing Through Patagonia

What a epic journey. Videographer Will Phelps and friends take on Patagonia on bikes. Press PLAY...



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