Fly fishers can be a difficult group to shop for. The longer they’ve been in the sport, the more gear they’re likely to have. Which is not to say that they don’t want more (they really, really do), just that knowing what they might lack can […]
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Looking for a gift for an angler who’s been very, very good? Want to really up the ante in your gift giving? The recipient won’t be able to thank you enough if you pop for one of the following ideas. High-end fly rods are an experienced […]
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Trout depend on cold, clear, clean water to survive and thrive. In many, if not most, watersheds, those vital characteristics are constantly under threat. As anglers, we must remain vigilant if we wish our children and grandchildren to have the same (or better) fishing opportunities as […]
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Not all gifts for anglers need to be for use on the stream (or even particularly useful). Fly fishing is an inherently beautiful activity. The quarry are themselves pleasing to the eye (especially to the angler), fly fishing tends to be pursued in attractive places, and […]
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Does your gift recipient already have a rod, reel, and line? That’s not quite all they’ll need to get started in our great sport. Or maybe you’re looking for a lower-priced gift or some stocking stuffers for a beginner or intermediate angler. Read on. Today we’ll […]
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In yesterday’s post, Paul explained some of the things to think (or ask) about when making a reel purchase. Today, I’ll mention a few specific reels that we like here at Sweetwater Fly Shop. As with our post about specific rods to consider, this represents just […]
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Reels, like rods, come in several price points from inexpensive to, sometimes, pretty expensive. So, how do you know where to begin searching for a reel-y good Christmas present (That was bad, I know). There are several ways to begin your search. First, determine how much […]
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Yesterday, we talked about some general things to consider when purchasing a rod as a gift (especially for a beginner or intermediate angler). Today, as promised, we’ll highlight a few of the specific rods that are available. There are a plethora of good rods out there, […]
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Don’t Skimp on a Rod (But No Need to Break the Bank) Let’s say you’re thinking of buying a very nice gift for a beginner or intermediate fly fisher, a new rod. Kudos to you! But it can seem a rather daunting task, particularly if you’re […]
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The first day of our unconventional gift guide is all about giving, rather than receiving. It’s really a gift of yourself, your time, your patience. It’s the best gift you can give a young person, better than any toy or trinket. Give it to any youngster […]
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