Jen's Must-Haves Volume 7
Jen rounds up the gear earning a spot in her river bag this season, from zip waders to a chair that packs light.
1/24/2026Jen Ripple2 min read
Buyer's Guides
The Perfect Last Minute Gift for the Fly Angler on Your List
Still have a fly angler to shop for? This subscription box ships flies, materials and info cards so you can finally check them off your list.
The Fly Fishing Holiday Guide 2020
Stocking stuffers for the fly angler who already has waders, a rod, and no patience for guesswork this December.
Three Reasons to Rent a Rod Instead of Buy
Why buy an expensive rod you'll use once when you can rent the perfect setup and spend your packing time worrying about your underwear instead.
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New Products Coming to a Fly Shop Near You
From a stiff-tipped musky rod to redesigned women's waders, here's the gear hitting fly shop shelves this fall.
6 New Products from ICAST 2019 We Can’t Live Without
ICAST brings the usual giant-brand spectacle, but the real treasure hunt happens in the small booths lining the edges of the show floor.
10 Gifts for the Dad Who Has Everything
Ten gift ideas for the dad who's impossible to shop for, from a day on the water to gear he'll actually use.
Jen's Spring Must-Haves
Hot water, dried lemon, a splash of bourbon and a Hydro Flask mug built for cool spring days on the river.
Whitewater Smallmouth in Asheville, North Carolina
Downtown Asheville's whitewater holds surprisingly scrappy smallmouth, and a good guide, a Biltmore stay, and great food make the trip worth repeating.
Twenty Gifts $20 and Under
Twenty gift ideas for the outdoorswoman in your life, none over twenty dollars.
Red Fishing in Rockport, Texas
Grass flats, oyster shell, and tailing redfish year round along the Texas coast, no cold snap required.
Stripers on Martha's Vineyard
Striped bass, lobster rolls, and a sunset boat ride off Martha's Vineyard, proof that good fishing and good living aren't mutually exclusive.