Most of the new flies we see year to year are variations on a theme. Yes, some of those variations are pretty juicy, but it’s rare that we come across an exciting new “genre” of flies altogether. Recently, we’ve been seeing more and more jig-head nymphs […]
0 Read MoreWhen the X was introduced in August 2016, a enormous amount of hype coincided its release. For many, the X immediately entered the discussion of top-tier fly rods on the market; such as the Scott Radian, the Orvis Helios II, Winston’s Boron IIIx, and the Sage […]
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Looking for gift ideas for the fly fisher on your list? We’re here to help! If you’ve already finished your holiday gift shopping, congratulations to you. But if you’re like me, you’ve hardly begun. There are still 12 days until Christmas, so you (and I) had […]
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The hard copy version of Paul Weamer’s new book is now available for sale at Sweetwater Fly Shop. And Paul would be happy to autograph a copy for you. So stop by the shop, or place your order to get your copy.
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This rod is FAST. The Method is a top option for a streamer rod or nymph stick in Paradise Valley where gusty winds are common. The ultra-fast action of the method allows you to turn over big flies, heavy sink tips and nymph rigs regardless of […]
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Yesterday I casted the 2016 Vapen 590-4B by Redington. The rod was extremely strong while maintaining a reputation for its fast action. Redington’s X-Wrap graphite technology gives the rod its backbone with added stability. The X-Wrap also provides a smoothness to the various vibrations fly-fisherman are […]
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New for 2016, the Sage Pulse rod is perhaps the best rod on the market for its price. Coming in at $450, fast action provides rod provides more fluid casting and high line speed. Stiff enough for sending those heavy streamers across the river, as well […]
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After fishing the Sage One 9-foot 5-weight on the Missouri river last spring I came to one conclusion. The rod can do it all. Short, medium and long distance it’s a joy to cast. It is fast and powerful, much like Sage’s older XP. Given that […]
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Here at Sweetwater Fly Shop, we take our time with product reviews. We don’t try to rush out the first review on the latest new product, reviews that often sound awfully similar to a manufacturer’s press release. If we’re going to review a rod, we don’t […]
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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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