Category: gear

Jen's Must-Haves Volume 7

Some of Jen's favorite things this season Gondolas in Tahoe Tortoise By Sunski MSRP - $9.99 photo courtesy of - sunski Because creative and funky polarized sunglasses are in and so is protecting your eyes. By Now Retro Pile Fleece Hoody By Patagonia INC MSRP - $149.00 photo courtesy of - Patagonia When I need a little warm hug on the river, I reach in my bag for this hoody. By Now W G3 Guide Z Waders By Simms Fishing MSRP - $649.95 photo courtesy of - Simms Products In one wo

1/24/2026Jen Ripple2 min read

The Perfect Last Minute Gift for the Fly Angler on Your List

So, you’ve procrastinated like the rest of us, and you still have to buy for the difficult fly angler on your list. But what if you don’t know the first thing about fly fishing? What if you don’t know what they already have? At this point, it’s too late in the game to head to the local fly shop. There’s little chance of Amazoning the gift to their door, so what do you do? Fear not, for I bring you tidings of great flies that will be for all anglers – and every budget. A gift they will love. Th

12/23/2020Dun Team2 min read

The Fly Fishing Holiday Guide 2020

Ho-Ho-Ho Happy Holidays! Now that the turkey has been consumed, you've done all the shopping you care to (or should) in person, it's time to finish up that shopping list. Look no further! The ultimat fly fishing holiday gift guide has arrived! No doubt if you have a fly angler on your list you've thought about what the perfect gift would be to feed their obsession. We've taken away the guesswork in this year's guide and have provided you with a lot of options regardless of your budget. These

11/30/2020Jen Ripple8 min read

New Products Coming to a Fly Shop Near You

Fall is an exciting time for fly anglers. Some of the best fishing of the year is approaching and, as important, new products are hitting the fly shop shelves. Here are some of our favorite new things coming your way. PAYLOAD By Sage MSRP - $550.00 photo courtesy of - Sage Sage designed the PAYLOAD for chasing big fish with big flies, which is one of our favorite ways to fish. This rod has a very stiff tip that won't collapse when using shooting head fly lines with aggressive tapers so you

8/15/2019The Editors At Dun Magazine6 min read

6 New Products from ICAST 2019 We Can’t Live Without

ICAST, the world's largest sportfishing trade show, is always such a fun event. Not only do you get to see the latest and greatest in all of fishing, you get to hang out with your friends and have a chance to meet some of the legends you usually only get to see on TV. This year the show was a little different than in years past. The International Fly Tackle Dealer (IFTD) show, which had been housed inside of ICAST for a number of years, decided to part ways this year. As the DUN staff headed to

7/15/2019Dun Magazine5 min read

10 Gifts for the Dad Who Has Everything

Let’s face it – Dads are hard to buy for. If yours is anything like mine, he already has everything he needs, and if he wants something, he usually just buys it for himself. What he wants and doesn’t buy – well, I can’t afford, unless I win the lottery between now and Father’s Day. To say that Father’s Day gifts can be a challenge is putting it mildly. What do you get for the man who has fixed your car in the middle of a snowstorm, taught you to swim, and quite literally is your version of a sup

6/4/2019Jen Ripple5 min read

Jen's Spring Must-Haves

There are so many great products out this spring. Here are some that I absolutely love, and you will too. — Jen 12oz Coffee Mug By Hydro Flask MSRP - $29.95 photo courtesy of - Hydroflask River Warm Up The Hydro Flask 12 oz Coffee Mug makes the perfect travel mug for those cool spring days boatside. Hot water, tea, sweetened dried lemons, and splash of Basil Hayden's Bourbon Whiskey makes our driftboat toddy. By Now Jono Hat By Deso Supply co MSRP - $36.00 photo courtesy of - Deso

5/13/2019Jen Ripple2 min read

Twenty Gifts $20 and Under

Sticker By Ugly Bug Fly Shop MSRP - $5.99 photo courtesy of - Ugly Bug Fly Shop Stick to It You need this. By Now X-Brew Coffee Dripper By Sea To Summit MSRP - $17.95 photo courtesy of - Sea To Summit Good To the Last Drop A good day on the water starts with a cup of coffee. By Now DA Perch By REEL NORTH FLIES MSRP - $10.50 photo by - Nome Buckman Fly Away Nobody ties predator flies like Nome By Now Atlas & Gazetteer By DELORME MSRP - $19.95 photo courtesy of - Amazon Ma

12/2/2018Dun Magazine4 min read

Jen's Favorite Holiday Gifts

16oz Coffee in Blueberry By Hydroflask MSRP - $24.95 photo courtesy of - Hydroflask Coffee!! I can't live without hot coffee. By Now Galway Extrafit Country Boot By Dubarry MSRP - $449.00 photo courtesy of - Dubarry The Right Foot Waterproof and stylish, perfect for the water or field By Now Canoe Pom By United By Blue MSRP - $38.00 photo courtesy of - United By Blue Beanie Baby!! For every product sold this company removes one pound of trash from our oceans and waterways. By

12/2/2018Jen Ripple3 min read

Why It's Worth It Fall 2018

7 nights/6 days guided fishing By Copal Tree Lodge package price - 9,275.00 photo courtesy of - Copal Tree Lodge Copal Tree Lodge is our favorite place to stay in Belize. The lodge is committed to conservation, local economic development, and actively engages in practices to minimize their carbon footprint. From the moment you arrive, the extra effort the staff puts in is why this lodge is worth it. From the handwritten welcome notes, to the luxurious accommodations, and pristine natural su

11/5/2018Dun Magazine2 min read

Jen's Must-Haves for Fall

Oberlie Hoodie By Prana MSRP - $99.00 photo courtesy of - Prana My most comfortable travel sweater By Now AxisGo By AquaTech MSRP - $199.00 photo courtesy of - Aquatech Helping me get those keepemwet photos. By Now Bohemian Beach Towel By Tesalate MSRP - $59.00 photo courtesy of - Tesalate Perfect to keep in the car in case I fall in. By Now uKeg 128 Copper By Growler Werks MSRP - $229.00 photo courtesy of - Growler Werks On tap beer while on the go, need I say more? By

11/5/2018Jen Ripple2 min read

Get This Look Fall 2018

Stumbling across this piece of history provided the perfect place to take a break and enjoy the sites and sounds of an Indian summer afternoon.

11/5/2018Dun Magazine3 min read

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