iCAST/IFTD 2016

I'm going to do my best to share/repost photos from iCAST/IFTD since I was unable to make it this year due to work responsibilities. There will be a slideshow below of the TLTFF Instagram where posts will be shared and reposted. Be sure to check the other social media by clicking the buttons in the top of the blog's right sidebar

 

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E-Zine...Angling Trade - The Show Issue 2016

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Fly Product...Estrada Signature L2Fish by Estrada Art / Live Watersports

Estrada Signature L2Fish by Estrada Art / Live Watersports - Fly Fishing Paddle Board from Estrada Art Films on Vimeo.

Here's a short clip of the new award winning Estrada Signature L2Fish by Estrada Art / Live Watersports, A Fly Fishing Paddle Board for all your needs. Named Best New Boat / Personal Watercraft by the American Fly Fishing Tackle Association at the International Fly Tackle Dealership Show in July 2015.

Boom...Morgan

iCAST/IFTD 2015

To keep you in the know, I've decided to run a live feed of the hashtag #IFTD on TLTFF. iCAST and IFTD 2015 runs from today through the 17th and is going to be jam-packed with some of the raddest gear from the best companies in the industry! Check it...

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Vedavoo - Better American Gear

This newly released edit from Vedavoo perfectly frames the picture that they are...American, hand-made gear. Most in the industry have heard about Vedavoo in some way, shape, or form, especially after Scott and his team took away a huge W at this year's IFTD/iCAST event when Vedavoo won 'Best of Show - Youth Product' for their Little Bugger Kid Sling.

Vedavoo - Better American Gear from Scott Hunter on Vimeo.

Roll on over to Vedavoo.com now to check out their other amazing gear, including a collaboration we did with Scott on the ARC Plier Pack! Check Vedavoo out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and now on Vimeo as well...be sure to give them a 'like' or 'follow' for constant updates.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product...Fish-Skull Fly Tester

Via TFM:

The Flymen Fishing Co. recently launched the Fish-Skull Fly Tester at IFTD and I have a feeling that we'll all be seeing quite a few of these on the custom tier tables at the fly fishing shows come fall and winter with flies of all sorts swimming in the micro current. 

From the Flymen Fishing Co. website...

• High quality, crystal-clear, acrylic swim tank with innovative (bi-directional) water flow design.
• Upper, middle, and lower sections allow you to swim up to 3 different types of flies (streamers, nymphs and surface flies) at the same time.
• Test streamer flies up to a foot long!
• The slim line design is light-weight (less 8 lbs.), portable with a small footprint for any fly tying table or shop counter.
• Powerful water pump with adjustable speed flow control.
• Retail ready (boxed and bar coded).
• 1-year limited warranty.
• Retail price of $285.

Check out the Flymen Fishing Co. website for more information on the Fish-Skull Fly Tester along with other innovative products.



Boom...Morgan

Allen's Omega Wants to Change the Way You Think About Fly Reels

Via Hatch Magazine:

By: Chad Shmukler

We've been patiently waiting for a chance to talk about the new Omega fly reel while the team over at Allen Fly Fishing has been perfecting the design and details over the last year or so. The Omega has reared its head a couple times before being formally introduced in this year's new product showcase at IFTD in Orlando, but only briefly and without the lid really being lifted on what the Omega was all about. The Omega's driving feature, an interchangeable drag unit that can be swapped between spools and frames, is a first in the world of fly reels and one that may change the way you think about -- and buy -- fly reels.

The fully removable drag unit (in red) of a prototype of the new Omega fly reel from Allen Fly Fishing.

E-Zine...Kayak Angler - Early Summer 2014

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IFTD/iCAST Live Feed and Coverage - Day 3 + 'Best of Show' Winners

The 3rd and final day begins now!

As many of you know, iCAST and IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer) start today down in Orlando, FL and run until Friday. The two largest shows combined two years ago in Vegas to make the mother of all fishing shows. Unfortunately, my employer wouldn't allow me to take vacation to go and therefore my ticket is now a voucher...to fly another day.

Since I cannot be there, I am going to be blogging and live feeding photos of gear and happenings here, through a live feed of our Instagram and also on our Facebook and Twitter over the course of the next three days. I will be in constant contact with numerous friends that are attending or even in the show from our friends at Allen Fly Fishing (booth #) to my Dizm Eyewear teammate Eric Estrada at his Estrada Art booth (booth #200) to our great friend Rob Snowhite aka The Fly Fishing Consultant.

And here's a little video with the overall winner of the 'Best of Show' Awards from yesterday!!!!

IFTD2014-bestof from AFFTA Admin on Vimeo.

Here is a live feed of our Instagram...

Here is a live feed of #IFTD...

And here is a live feed of #iCAST...

And the winners are...

From AFFTA:

Retailers Attending IFTD 2014 Voted for the Best New Products from Fly Rods to DVDs

Over a thousand attendees of International Fly Tackle Dealer voted for their favorite new products for 2014. Over 28 categories were represented, from fly rods and waders to books and DVDs. The voting occurs in a secure space separate from the manufacturers, and the results are calculated by code, thus the winners are kept as a surprise until the very end…even from those tabulating the results.

American Fly Fishing Trade Association board chair Tucker Ladd announced the winners at the annual “Party at the Pond” event at the end of the day on Thursday, July 17. Sage Fly Fishing and Simms Fishing Products were the big winners, with Simms racking up seven categories (men’s waders, women’s waders, men’s outerwear, women’s outerwear, men’s general apparel, women’s general apparel and wading boots), and Sage will travel home with best fly rod for freshwater and saltwater as well as best of show award for the Salt 890-4 rod.

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

Men’s Waders: Simms Fishing Products: Freestone Z

Women’s Waders: Simms Fishing Products: Women’s Freestone

Eyewear: Flex Spex

Chest Pack/Vest: Fishpond: Delta Sling

Men’s Outerwear: Simms Fishing Products: G4 Pro Jacket

Women’s Outerwear: Simms Fishing Products: Women’s Guide Jacket

Youth Product: Vedavoo: Little Bugger

Eco-Friendly Product: Fishpond: Roll Top Backpack

Fly Rod – Freshwater: Sage Fly Fishing: Accel 590-4

Fly Rod – Saltwater: Sage Fly Fishing: Salt 890-4

Reel – Freshwater: Nautilus Reels: Silver King Silver

Reel – Saltwater: Nautilus Reels: Silver King Black

Boat/Personal Watercraft: Outcast Sporting Gear: OSG Approach

Fly Line – Freshwater: Scientific Anglers: Sharkwave Siege

Fly Line – Saltwater: RIO Products: Permit Fly Line

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

Fly Tying Materials/Equipment: Fly Men Fishing Company: Fish Skull Fly

Fly Pattern – Freshwater: Angler Sport Group: J. Son Match and Catch

Fly Pattern – Saltwater: Umpqua Feather Merchants: Hudspeth’s Huds

Accessory: Abel: Zinger

Men’s General Apparel: Simms Fishing Products: Confluence Reversible

Women’s General Apparel: Simms Fishing Products: Women’s Solar Flex

DVD: Confluence Films: Waypoints

Book: Angers Sport Group: All Fisherman Are Liars

Gift Item: Superfly International: Superfly Combo

Luggage: Fishpond: Westwater Large

Wading Boots: Simms Fishing Products: River Tex

Best of Show: Sage Fly Fishing: Salt 890-4

AFFTA advocates for and promotes the sustained growth of the fly fishing industry. By igniting consumer demand for products and services, providing businesses the tools to be successful, and advocating for access, protection and restoration of fishing waters, we will continue to enhance the passion and profitability of the sport of fly fishing.

Boom...Morgan

IFTD/iCAST Live Feed and Coverage - Day 2

Day 2 begins now!

As many of you know, iCAST and IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer) start today down in Orlando, FL and run until Friday. The two largest shows combined two years ago in Vegas to make the mother of all fishing shows. Unfortunately, my employer wouldn't allow me to take vacation to go and therefore my ticket is now a voucher...to fly another day.

Since I cannot be there, I am going to be blogging and live feeding photos of gear and happenings here, through a live feed of our Instagram and also on our Facebook and Twitter over the course of the next three days. I will be in constant contact with numerous friends that are attending or even in the show from our friends at Allen Fly Fishing (booth #) to my Dizm Eyewear teammate Eric Estrada at his Estrada Art booth (booth #200) to our great friend Rob Snowhite aka The Fly Fishing Consultant.

IFTD2014-gear from AFFTA Admin on Vimeo.

Here is a live feed of our Instagram...

Here is a live feed of #IFTD...

And here is a live feed of #iCAST...

Boom...Morgan

Vedavoo ARC Plier Pack @ IFTD/iCAST

Almost a year ago, good friend Scott Hunter (owner and founder of Vedavoo) and I had a phone conversation to catch up and check in. During the conversation, Scott and I got into details of new products. I had a few floating in my mind that I shoved his way and of course, being the innovative and industry-changing professional he is, he already had them on the drawing board and in the prototype stages. But, there was one sleeper that I snuck in that was not amongst the lineup...what is now the Vedavoo ARC Plier Pack. We bounced ideas and specs back in forth over the course of a few months with Scott leading the way with his knowledge of textiles and design and me contributing with my simple vision.

Boom, a few months later, at The Fly Fishing Show in Somerset, NJ I had the finished product in hand...and it was beyond what I expected, a perfected version of my vision. Heres the post I put up about the new pack post-show.

Here are some specs and details on the pack...

$19.00-$20.00

A home for your pliers that works with any ARC ACCESSORY READY packs or can be worn off your belt. Designed with the support of the crew at TIGHT LINED TALES OF A FLY FISHERMAN.

Every ARC pack is hand-built to order in our workshop using 1000D American woven Cordura fabrics and closures. Even the thread used to sew your gear is American Made. We’re looking forward to building yours!

Weight:           2 ounces

Dimensions:    4″W x 7.5″H x 1/4″D When Secured

Materials:       1000D American Cordura Body

                       Durable American Stretch Pocket

                       Heavy Duty National Molding D-Ring

                       VelcroUSA Connectors

                       Fits most standard pliers (not included)

Features:        Works with any of our ARC Packs:

                       – Hip Pack

                       – Utility Belt

                       – Chest Pack

                       – Saddle Pack

                       – Tightlines Sling Pack

                       – Spinner Daypack

                       – Simple Pocket

 – Deluxe Pouch

Heavy Duty Stretch Pocket Secures Pliers for Easy Access

Durable D-Ring for Leash

Fold-Over, Easy Set VelcroUSA Connector

Jumping forward to present day...the Vedavoo ARC Plier Pack is currently entered into the "New Product Showcase" at IFTD/iCAST as your reading this post. I spoke with Scott briefly two nights ago and he informed me of this. I couldn't express more gratitude to Scott for not only making my vision come true and moving forward with this collaboration...but also in being such a great friend and reflection of the type of people that drive this industry forward.

Be sure to check out the brand new Vedavoo site and give them a follow and like on their Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages.

Thank you Scott.

Boom...Morgan

IFTD/iCAST Live Feed and Coverage

As many of you know, iCAST and IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer) start today down in Orlando, FL and run until Friday. The two largest shows combined two years ago in Vegas to make the mother of all fishing shows. Unfortunately, my employer wouldn't allow me to take vacation to go and therefore my ticket is now a voucher...to fly another day.

Since I cannot be there, I am going to be blogging and live feeding photos of gear and happenings here, through a live feed of our Instagram and also on our Facebook and Twitter over the course of the next three days. I will be in constant contact with numerous friends that are attending or even in the show from our friends at Allen Fly Fishing (booth #) to my Dizm Eyewear teammate Eric Estrada at his Estrada Art booth (booth #200) to our great friend Rob Snowhite aka The Fly Fishing Consultant.

Check out this little video IFTD put out, notice anyone familiar?! Yup, our friend Colby Trow of Mossy Creek Fly Fishing!

IFTD2014 from AFFTA Admin on Vimeo.

Here is a live feed of our Instagram...

Here is a live feed of #IFTD...

And here is a live feed of #iCAST...

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product...Sage's New DOMAIN Fly Reel Series

-Sage DOMAIN Fly Reel Series-

Bainbridge Island, Wash. (June 12, 2014)–With a nod towards traditional designs, Sage has reimagined the full frame reel preferred by many two-handed purists with the new DOMAIN series.

Combining a full frame design to ensure no line pinches and the modern-day advantages of larger arbor and Sage’s Sealed Carbon System (SCS), the DOMAIN offers high performance not previously found in full frame reels.

“Every Sage reel is purpose-built to be the right tool to get the job done, and the DOMAIN is no exception,” notes Kurt VanWyck, Sage director of research and design. “This reel is designed with a nod to tradition but with all the modern engineering and advances anglers have come to expect from Sage reels.”

Created from fully machined 6061-T6 aerospace grade aluminum, the DOMAIN is cold-forged and tempered for superior strength and rigidity. Each model is hard anodized for surface protection and corrosion resistance, and the concave, ported large arbor offers great strength and impressive capacity. The one-revolution drag knob has numbered settings for consistency. The DOMAIN easily converts from left to right-hand retrieve and is available in platinum, stealth and lime. This reel family is offered in size 5, 8, and 10 and will be available in August 2014 starting at $340.

Boom...Morgan

Fly Products...Sage's New ACCEL and SALT Fly Rod Series

Announced just in time for ICAST/IFTD...

Via Pitch Engine:

-Sage ACCEL Fly Rod Series-

Bainbridge Island, Wash. (June 12, 2014)–Renowned fly rod manufacturer, Sage, brings medium-fast action single-hand, switch and two-hand fly rods to the market with the ACCEL series by reinventing proven Generation 5 technology.

“Adding a graphite hoop core and axial fiber material in the new Generation 5 technology allowed for a lighter, ultra-responsive, and livelier blank with a narrower shaft,” says Sage chief rod designer Jerry Siem. “The ACCEL permits anglers to feel the rod load for optimum casting control.”

The ACCEL comes in an emerald green blank color with olive green thread wraps with garnet and black trim wraps. Fuji ceramic stripper guides and hard-chromed snake guides and tip top complete the blank. Freshwater rods from 3-6 weights have a rosewood insert with stealth black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat and a snub-nose, half-wells cork handle. Saltwater models from 6-9 weights feature a stealth black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat and also feature a snub-nose, half-wells cork handle. The switch and two-hand models have a cork grip on both the fore and rear grips.

The ACCEL will come in a black rod bag with emerald green logo and model tag inside a leaf green ballistic nylon rod tube with a divided liner. All models come in 4-piece configurations and will be available in August. Single-hand rods will retail fro $595, switch rods will retail for $695, and the two-handed models will retail for $750. 

-Sage SALT Fly Rod Series-

Bainbridge Island, Wash. (June 12, 2014)–The team at Sage understands the kind of intense pressure saltwater fishing puts on fly rod performance. This fall, to meet the incredibly diverse range of casting demands in saltwater angling, Sage introduces the SALT.

Using Konnetic Technology®, Sage created the SALT to load quickly as well as maintain high line speeds and accuracy to land the fly exactly where wary saltwater species demand. The SALT’s robust salt-action taper provides the power needed to cast today’s heavier fly lines and deliver all sizes of flies at any range with precision.

“The ability to adapt to quickly changing conditions is imperative when saltwater fishing, and Konnetic Technology allows deft sensitivity and the ability to track extremely straight. The new SALT shines in all fishing scenarios,” comments Sage chief rod designer, Jerry Siem.

Available in 12 models ranging from five through 16-weights, the SALT uses a fast-loading, salt action blank in dark sapphire with black thread wraps and silver trim wraps. The oversized Fuji ceramic stripper guides and hard chromed snake guides and tip top ensure this rod performs. The heavy-duty stealth black anodized aluminum up-locking reel seat creates a solid nest for the reel, and the hidden hook keeper in the reel seat keeps things sleek. The super full-wells cork handle offers a positive grip in tough fishing conditions. The SALT comes in a black rod back with electric blue logo and model tag in a matching electric blue powder-coated aluminum rod tube with Sage medallion. The Sage SALT will be available at retail in August 2014 for a retail price of $850. 

Boom...Morgan

Fly Product...YETI Coolers' New HOPPER 30

The YETI Coolers Hopper 30

 Coming in at $299.99. Will be between the sizes of a Roadie and Tundra 35.


Boom...Morgan