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.
Some of the most fun you can have in a freshwater destination is not far from downtown Asheville. Couple this amazing bass fishery with a stay at the Biltmore and some of the best food on the planet and you have a trip you’ll be booking every year.
Hire: Galen Kipar from Asheville Fly Fishing Co
Stay: The Cottage on Biltmore Estate
Eat: Migas con verduras at Cúrate
Drink: Liquid Truffle at French Broad Chocolate Lounge
Boron III Plus
By R.L. Winston
MSRP - $895.00
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Mirage Reel
By Orvis
MSRP - $649.00
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Outbound Short F
By RIO Products
MSRP - $99.99
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Barbour Beadnell Jacket
By Orvis
MSRP - $399.00
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Bark Up the Right Tree
This jacket offers the iconic look and feel of a waxed cotton Barbour jacket in an updated color. It is the perfect garment for a night on the town or a day in the field.
Jada Jean
By Prana
MSRP - $89.00
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Wear the Pants
If the future is female, then these are the pants to wear. Just enough stretch to make them your new favorites.
Alaskan Guide Shirt
By Filson
MSRP - $125.00
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Bundle Up
You don't need to go to Alaska to wear this comfortable and tailored shirt. The brushed cotton is super soft and breathable.
Sigvn
By Hestra
MSRP - $125.00
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Fassaroe Wrap
By Dubarry
MSRP - $129.00
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