Smartphone Apps: Round 2

Some of you may remember back to my previous post back in July about the Three Apps Every FlyFisherman Should Own. Well I got some new joints for ya. It was nice to use those previous three apps back when all I had was an iPod Touch. But now that I have the ultimate trifecta (MacBook Pro, iPad 2, and iPhone 4S), I have the ultimate fly fishing app experience going on right at the tip of my finger. Here are a few new apps for you to check out and appreciate you little fly fishing minions...

1. Instagram

"It’s a fast, beautiful and fun way to share your life with friends through a series of pictures.

Snap a photo with your iPhone, choose a filter to transform the look and feel, send to Facebook, Twitter or Flickr – it’s all as easy as pie. It’s photo sharing, reinvented."

Okay okay, so its not exactly a fly fishing app, but this shitz for real. The best part about this banger is the fact that you can not only take and edit photos to put on the interweb, but there are a good amount of fly fisherman already using this app. Other than myself, @mkupfer32, here are a few others and some other their (and my) pictures...

@mike_phazeone, @findeep, @flyfishing84, @thebugparade, @phishtitz, @jcarte01, @jostme, @lofifly, @clarance, @tight_line, @thefiberglassmanifesto, @aceonbase, @ramcatt, @mattrockwell, @davidmartinfishing, @schedulefly, @castinglifeaway, @zachando, @josbair, @deanwo, @bhumphrey, @tightloops, @dr_moreau, @flyrodgod (if I missed you I'm sorry, comment below and I'll add you)...

Be sure you check out these tow sites too...Ink 361 and StickyGram. Ink 361 allows you to see peoples photos and such outside of the Instagram app almost like a live Twitter picture feed. StickyGram allows you to turn your Instagram pictures into magnets, 9 magnets for $14.99 + FREE SHIPPING. Those magnets might look good on your tying room beer fridge...#winning.

2. Fishare

"Take a pic of your latest fishing catch. Share it instantly with friends – anywhere, anytime. Connect, compare and comment on Facebook."

Nice app, I'd say 4 out of 5 stars. It would definitely get 5 if it didn't make you take the picture right when you catch the fish to share from the app. It would be nicer to be able to take the picture from the phones camera and then once the fish is free, upload via the app. If you goto the Fishare Facebook page, you can see all uploaded catches, pretty gnar.

3. Shralp Tide

"Check the tide before you head to the beach to surf, tide pool or just go for a walk or run. No network connection is required, so you can check anytime, anywhere." 

...Or before you head out fishing. I love this app, use the dog shit out of it. Works great anywhere...necessity.

4. Fishhound

"Fishhound Mobile is the ultimate mobile application for anglers. It’s the one application that gives you the functionality that typically requires two or three different apps. Fishhound’s Mobile Application gives you:

The Best Local Fishing Reports
Interactive Maps & GPS Points
Search for the Best Waters Around You
Personal Catch Log
Search for a Pro
Fishhound's Species Database
The Ultimate Fly & Lure Database

Imagine you’re on the road and your schedule has opened up. You’ve got a day to fish. You will need to know not only the closest water but also where you can catch the most fish. Using your zip code, Fishhound Mobile finds the fishing reports for the surrounding waters so you know the waters found to be the best by our professional anglers that are closest to your location. It saves you gas and better yet it saves you time.

You're out on the water for the perfect day of fishing. On your first cast, you hook the perfect fish, it's your personal best and before you release it or put it in the livewell, what do you do? You take a picture. And now with Fishhound Mobile you can store that photo and information on that perfect fish in your Personal Catch Log. You’ll remember your location and what you used."

Every fisherman knows about Fishhound.com, amazing reports, great website, awesome resource. The app is all that rolled into a convenient little doodad.

5. Blogger

6. Tumblr

7. Wordpress

Enough said about those 3...they all allow you to blog from your phone.

7. Pandora

Everyone knows about this one too, just thought I'd remind you its the shit. Foster the People Radio and Explosions in the Sky Radio = BEST EVER

Enjoy these apps for realz and if you have any others you think I missed out on, please add them below in the comments section!

Boom...Morgan

Fishitch, Deals on the Fly, and The Fiberglass Manifesto

Check em baby...these deals won't last forever!

Fishitch: Fishhound Club Membership-$20.00 (50% off)

You know I ain’t real fancy on the computer, but I know a thing or two here on the interwebs. Found this site, Fishhound, and I like what I see. Whether I'm fishin' my local lake or some far-flung stream, Fishhound has loads of info. But this deal ain't just for the free reports that Fishhound is known for. This deal is for the new Fishhound Club, which includes all the great stuff that ya expect from Fishhound--plus free gear. No joke. When ya join the club, you’ll get to pick fishing gear every 90 days to test and keep--everything from Rat-L-Trap lures to Carrot Stix rods to Redington waders. Ya pick it, test it and then ya keep it, every 90 days. Guaranteed. That's on top of the thousands of local fishing reports, tips and hotspots from pros, licensed guides and charter captains fresh off the water. The Club Membership also includes $25 off yer first guided trip, free membership in the FishHound fly of the month club, and discounts at over a thousand shops across the country. You also get a nifty decal to show that you’re in the know.


Deals on the Fly: Waterworks/Lamson Litespeed Hard Alox Fly Reel 3.5X-$260.00 (30% off)

Features:
* Our large arbor reels maximize the benefits of large arbor design by maximizing the arbor diameter-to-width ratio
* Durable Hard Alox Finish
* Completely Sealed and Saltwater Safe
* Unmatched Stopping Power
* 5.9 oz
* 4" Diameter x 1.38" Width
* 250 yds 30# backing with WF9 Fly Line




The Fiberglass Manifesto: Original Buff/ Bug Slinger

12 DAYS - Original Buff/Bug Slinger

There are few products that have been more perfectly designed for me than the Original Buff.  I've said it before but I don't tan at all and the various Buff's that I wear have saved me from over exposure to the sun countless times.

My fly fishing or paddling gear bags always include a couple Buff's and more times than not I start the day with one around my neck so I'm more apt to use it when it starts to get light.  Long sleeve tech shirts and a Buff are my standard summer uniform if I'm on the water.

I've been following the work of Rob McAbee of Bug Slingersince the near beginning of T.F.M. and over the years it's been interesting to watch the evolution of this company.  Rob continues to have thought forward and edgy designs in his clothing collections.

The joining of Original Buff and Bug Slinger for a full line up of offerings was genius and honestly makes complete sense.  Rob's got stellar design ideas and a Buff is just a perfect canvas to put that work on.  I have my eye the Meateater and Propaganda Buff's.  

For further reading check out these past T.F.M. posts...

BUFF BUG SLINGER COLLECTION
BUG SLINGER NEW FALL STYLES
T.F.M. APPROVED - BUG SLINGER FLY GEAR

THE GIVEAWAY
Buff and Bug Slinger have paired up and are offering four prizes packages which includes a Bug Slinger Buff, Bug Slinger Oilcan cap, Bug Slinger Tool Belt, and a few decals to complete the offering.

All you need to do to play is send an email with a short comment that you want in on this giveaway.  I will send you a confirmation email that it was received.  Winners will be chosen by random number generator.  Only one email per person please.  All emails must be received by midnight tonight to qualify for this gear giveaway.  Winners will be announced tomorrow morning.  

Boom...Morgan