IFTD 2016 New Product Showcase Winners

Via Stillwater Fly Shop:

Orlando, FL: More than 225 attendees of International Fly Tackle Dealer voted for their favorite new products for 2016. In total, 28 categories were represented, from fly rods and waders to books and DVDs. The voting occurred in a secure space separate from the manufacturers, and the results are calculated by code, ensuring the winners are kept a surprise until the very end.

American Fly Fishing Trade Association vice-chair Michael White announced the winners at the annual “Party at the Pond” event on Thursday, July 14, 2016. Simms Fishing Products, Sage, and RIO were the big winners, with Simms Fishing Products racking up five categories. Sage took overall Best of Show honors with the Sage X590 freshwater fly rod.

A complete listing of the winners and categories are included below:

Men’s Waders: Simms Fishing Products — Headwater Pro Waders

Women’s Waders: Hodgman — Women’s H4 Wader

Wading Boots: Simms Fishing Products — Rip Rap Shoe Felt

Men’s Outerwear: Patagonia — Minimalist Wading Jacket

Men’s General Apparel: Simms Fishing Products — Intruder BiComp L/S Shirt

Women’s Outerwear: Patagonia — Women’s River Salt Jacket

Women’s General Apparel: Simms Fishing Products — Women’s Rip Rap Sandal

Youth Product: Umpqua Feather Merchants — ZS Wader Chest Pack

Fly Rod — Freshwater: Sage — X 590

Fly Rod — Saltwater: Sage — X 890

Reel – Freshwater: Ross Reels — Colorado LT

Reel – Saltwater: Abel Reels — SDS

Accessories (under $100): Orvis Company, Inc. — U.S.-Made Aluminum Nipper

Eco-friendly Product: Fishpond — Thunderhead Duffel

Check Pack / Vest: Simms Fishing Products — G4 Pro Sling Pack

Luggage: Umpqua Feather Merchants — ZeroSweep Cooler-Gater

Boat / Personal Watercraft: Outcast Sporting Gear — Fish Cat 5 Mat

Book: Angler’s Book Supply — Fusion Fly Tying

DVD: RIO Products — Favorite Fly-Fishing Knots

Fly Box / Storage System: Tacky Fly Fishing — Tacky Dry Fly Box

Fly Line — Freshwater: RIO Products — InTouch Big Nasty

Fly Line — Saltwater: RIO Products — Winter Redfish

Fly Pattern — Freshwater: Aqua Flies, LLC — Stu Foxall’s PrawnTruder

Fly Pattern — Saltwater: Umpqua Feather Merchants — Contraband Crab, Chicone

Fly Tying Materials / Equipment: Freestone Designs — The Go Box

Gift Items (under $100): Umpqua Feather Merchants, ZS Guide Wader Belt

Leader / Tippet: Rio Products — RIO Saltwater Mono

P.O.S. / Booking Software:  The Outfitter Pro — Online Booking System

Best of Show: Sage — Sage X 590

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product...Redington Crosswater Youth Wading Boot

Crosswater Youth Wading Boots are designed specifically for youth anglers. Featuring lightweight mesh for quick dry action, sticky rubber soles, and supportive body to help secure footing on wet and slippery surfaces. Boots are also stud compatible. 

• Designed specifically for youth and available kids 2, 4 and 6 sizing
• Supportive, lightweight, and quick drying
• Sticky Walnut Rubber sole for additional traction
• Rubber toe cap for added abrasion resistance
• Deep draw lacing with molded, non-corrosive, metal hardware
• Stud compatible
• Available in sizes 2, 4, and 6
• $79.95

Redington Crosswater Youth Wading Boot | New for 2016 from Redingtongear on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Products...Redington Changes the Wading Game...AGAIN

Via Pitch Engine:

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, WASH. (June 11, 2015) – Redingtoncontinues to push innovation forward in the wading category with updated waders and new wading boots for men, women, and kids, and apparel for men for 2016.

Redington Redesigns Wading Boots With Style and Function

Soon young grasshopper, soon... We posted this before but as the release approaches, we wanted to build the stoke again on a product we're really anticipating!

Via Pitch Engine:

July 8, 2013 (Bainbridge Island, Wash.) – Who ever said fly fishing wading boots had to look ugly? Next spring Redington will introduce a new line of wading boots that combine form and function.

The new Redington wading boots include three options for men, one for women and one for youth. Both the men’s and women’s models are available in sticky rubber with crushed walnut shells or felt sole options, and both versions have the option to add studs. The Ruckus Youth boot comes in sticky walnut rubber only and is also stud compatible. Anglers will also celebrate in the added stability the expanded sole width provides. In addition, Redington is partnering with Goat Head Gear to distribute its Sole Spikes. The spikes will be co-branded with Redington and recommended for use in its full line of new wading boots.

Heavy-duty, non-corrosive speed laces and eyelets make getting the boots on and off quickly a breeze and the five-colored lace options allow anglers to customize their boots. A dense-weave, high-count nylon adds durability while the internal molded heel and toe counters and EVA midsole insert provide rigidity for all-day comfort.

The Men’s Elite Prowler combines all of these features but adds molded rubber overlays and a reinforced toe box for durability, a synthetic cork midsole with molded polyurethane adds comfort without added weight, and double needle stitches mean years of reliable use. A custom embossed graphic treatment adds a hint of style and attitude. Available in whole sizes from nine through 13, both sole options will retail for $159.95 in February 2014.

The Men’s Super Prowler comes in a bit lighter than the Elite Prowler for those wanting a boot for packing in to a favorite fishing hole. These boots have all the features of the Elite Prowler except the reinforced toe box and the cork midsole. The Men’s Super Prowler will retail for $139.95 in both sole options. Anglers can find them at retail in February 2014.

The Men’s Prowler are a value-oriented wading boot option, offering function and durability an attractive $99.95, price. Also available February 2014.

The Women’s Siren Wading Boot is a stylish, sleek boot that will protect feet while wading and ensure anglers stay upright. Available in size six through 10, both sole options will retail for $139.95 in February 2014. 

More and more kids are fishing these days and a good, sturdy wading boot is a must. That’s where Redington’s Ruckus Youth comes in. Built with all the quality of the adult boots yet at a fraction of the size and the price, the Ruckus Youth will retail for $89.95 so outgrowing them won’t hurt. Available in sizes 2, 4 and 6, these boots will also be available in February.

Boom...Morgan

Moldy Chum's Slab of the Year Voting

So two friends of TLTFF are in Moldy Chum's Slab of the Year contest. Head on over to the Chum now to vote on the left hand side. In this years contest is John Montana of Carp on the Fly with his monster carp and Chris Lewis of Skinny Water Culture with his massive Bull Red. You decide, salt or fresh?

What do they win? Well check it out over at the Chum...

Boom...Morgan

TFM 12 Days - Day 11

Via TFM:

Please note that the email to use for the 12 Days of Christmas giveaways is tfmcontests@gmail.com.

There have been several companies that continue to impress me each year with their offerings and it only seemed natural to pair two of them up as the 12 Days of Christmas begins to wind down.  We're on Day 11 in case you aren't keeping score.

KORKERS
I've been wearing several different Korkers wading boots over the last few years and it has seemed that with every new generation that they get more right about the design and materials used.  When I put hands on the KGB wading boot atIFTD this past summer I was immediately impressed.  Gone was the Boa System but in it's place was a very solidly constructed and lightweight wading boot with high ankle support and a durable rubber upper that will not easily wear out.  I just received a media sample of these boots and will soon get them wet for a follow up review.

All that needs to be said about the Fisherman's Moc andDrifter Moc is that they are super comfortable and you're likely to get called out by your jealous co-workers for wearing your "slippers" to work.  Haters gonna hate...but I happily wear them still around the office.

MONTANA FLY COMPANY
For the past couple years Montana Fly Company has really stepped their game up and their offerings, from flies to tying materials to fly boxes to various other gear, continues to be impressive.  Last year the Boat Box was the must have fly box and for this coming year look for the Waterproof Fly Caseto be on your wish list.  This fly box is a great size and has a ton of room for your favorite streamers and saltwater patterns.  The see through lid is great as well.

MFC has put together a lot of gear items which incorporate the artwork of their growing list of artists and some of these images are ending up on their Madison fly reels.  These fly reels function flawlessly, are priced reasonably, and certainly spruce up a fly rod with some artistic flair.

THE GIVEAWAY:
There are five prizes in the mix for today and each winner will receive a Montana Fly Company Redneck and then one of the following items as well.

KORKERS KGB WADING BOOTS
KORKERS FISHERMAN'S MOC
KORKERS DRIFTER MOC
MFC MADISON LLA FLY REEL
MFC FLY CASE FLY BOX

Winners will be drawn tomorrow morning.

THE RULES:
Send an email to tfmcontests@gmail.com saying you want in on today's giveaway.

You will receive an auto response email back to confirm your entry was received.

You will need to email daily to be included in the 12 Days of Christmas giveaways.

Only one email per person please.  Duplicate emails will be erased.

All emails must be received by midnight tonight to qualify for this gear giveaway.

Winners will be chosen by random number generator and will be announced tomorrow morning at the end of this post.

THE WINNERS:
Please check back on TFM tomorrow morning to find out who won.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product: Marlin Deck Boots

I used to have a pair of these back in the day and freaking loved them! They are awesome boots for those of you Fall Striper hunters or any fly fisherman who loves fishing salt from a boat. Check it...

Great boots to keep your feet dry in Summer or Winter. Easy to clean, light weight Deck Boot is made out of closed cell EVA material. Orthodic foot bed provides extra comfort that your feet will thank you for.

If you roll on over to causewaybaitandtackle.com you can grab a pair for only $26.99...a steal. Check 'em out, you wont regret it!

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Best of 2011'

Best of 2011 from The Angler's Net on Vimeo.

Boom...Morgan

Daily Reel...'Escargot'

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product: Goat Head Sole Spikes

While Tweeting one day, I got a random Tweet back from a company called Goat Head. I really knew nothing about them but after a short Twitter conversation, I had a pair of their featured products in my hand in about 3 days. Initially, I was thinking, they have a legit logo and great product idea, why not. After talking with Mat Brown (co-owner and founder of Goat Head), I knew I had something good in my hands and couldn't wait to get these things into my wading boots.

For any of you who have stepped into a stream full of Didymo, walked along a path with mossy rocks, or even hiked a path after a good rain, let me start out by saying...read this review.

Caddis Fly Deal #19...

The Patagonia Rock Grip Studded Wading Shoe is built to last. A stud kit is included and studs can be installed or removed depending upon your fishing situation. Get this great Patagonia Boot today for a deal. Today only $125, reg $179, limited sizes on hand.

Click HERE to order or stop by the shop and check them out.

Boom...Morgan