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Miss the XP?

 

Love them or not, Cabelas just sent us this press release:

A legend returns

Sage XP fly rods are back - only at Cabela’s

In an exclusive partnership with Sage, Cabela’s is bringing back one of the most popular rod series ever made, the Sage XP, for a limited production run. The XP’s dynamic fast action and superior performance characteristics made it an instant classic with anglers. These models are not previously used or factory overstocks. Each Cabela’s-exclusive Sage XP rod is brand new, straight from Sage’s rod factory on Bainbridge Island, Wash. If you were one of the many anglers who wished they’d bought or added another of these fine fly rods to your collection before sage quit making them, this is your opportunity to own one.

Versatile Graphite IIIe construction produces the exceptional responsiveness you’ll need to make delicate presentations regardless of the model you choose. XP rods are the right choice whenever precision line control is a must. The 8-weight comes with the original anodized-aluminum reel seat and fighting butt.

Sage XP fly rods are light, powerful and responsive – everything a seasoned fly angler looks for in a premium fast-action rod. These rods load quickly, generate tremendous line speeds for longer casts and make it easy to lift line off the water. Five of the most popular sizes will be available.

 Available Models:

490-4 (Length: 9’        Weight: 4        Pieces: 4) 

586-4 (Length: 8’6”    Weight: 5        Pieces: 4) 

590-4 (Length: 9’        Weight: 5        Pieces: 4) 

690-4 (Length: 9’        Weight: 6        Pieces: 4) 

890-4 (Length: 9’        Weight: 8        Pieces: 4)

Sage XP Fly Rods (Cabela’s Exclusive) - $590.00-$600.00

Is that O'Keefe on the cover?

Because Cabela's got the drop on everyone else in the 2009 fly catalog wars we'll have to wait until the others arrive before  offering up our second annual fly catalog smackdown.

Cast like a bum

Complete with Cup O' Noodles chicken broth impregnated cork.  LINK

Great Moments In Wader Development

Hipster Wading Shoe

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Martin Fly Fishing

  America's oldest continuous manufacturer of fly tackle. LINK

Rubber Sole?

Share your thoughts regarding sticky rubber soles on wading boots over at Way Upstream. LINK

Simms Announces New Custom Wader Program

VIA Midcurrent LINK

The Carbon Fiber Fly Box

You'll have to buy a couple of Morell boxes to offset the carbon in this baby.

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A Virtual Fly Reel Boutique

With very few exceptions I carry ONLY reels, and only high quality fly reels.  LINK

Cliff Outdoors

The Bugger Barn and the Beast are on my Christmas list. LINK

The Akubra Angler

A fine felt angling chapeau from Noggin Tops.  LINK

Hardy Har Har

The $9,700 House of Hardy unobtainium fly reel.

The Adventure Fly Fishing Company Vest/Jacket

 

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Site will only let me link to their entry page, you'll have to navigate to their product section to check out the vest/jacket. A bunch of other content on the site worth checking out but some is still under construction. LINK

Unobtainium Rod Cases

REC's offers a selection of advanced rod case materials. Due to their unique features, these cases are available on a quoted basis only.  LINK

Two new approaches to Fly Management on the water!

For all you guys and gals that like to use your hat as a fly box.  LINK

Sagebrush Dry Goods

Looking for a U.S. made water safe fishing bag? 

Sagebrush Dry Goods is a division of Sagebrush Sewing Works which was started in 1990 by Robbie and Elaine Garrett. Originally, Sagebrush Sewing was a contract manufacturer, designing and making outdoor gear bags for companies such as Patagonia and Dan Bailey's  Recently the company has incorporated the skills developed working with these companies into our own unique line of water-safe bags.  LINK

Keep It Dry Case

Get shots like this!

A vast array of cases for digital cameras and camcorders so you can capture underwater stills and video footage. Just go to the fitting guide, find your camera or camcorder and you're good to go.  LINK

Of course you could also make your own housing for your camcorder.   LINK

The History of Richardson Chest Fly Box

Thank you for your interest in the Richardson Chest Fly Box. As you may be aware, the concept of a hands free, easily accessible fly box worn on the angler's chest has been around for over 45 years. In 1951, Ronald Fye from central Pennsylvania handcrafted the first chest fly box (known then as The Fye Box) inspired by the Dean of American Flyfishing-George Harvey.  LINK

Char Bloom's Women's Fishing Gear

Char Bloom is also the mother of Jeremy Bloom, the odds on favorite to win Olympic gold in Torino in the mogul competition.

Whether you're a woman who wants to blend in with the great outdoors or stand out like the colors of the rainbow, this clothing is designed just for you.

The Heart and Soul of Fly Fishing

   
bloke n. pron. "blowk" (English); "bloke" (the rest of us). The closest American equivalent is guy, and it is pretty close. A bloke is a joe public, a random punter - any old guy off the street. Where it differs from guy is that it can't apply to your friends. You can't walk up to a group of your mates and say "Hi blokes, what's up?", as they'd all peer at you as if you'd been reading some strange cross-channel dictionary. The most common usage of the word bloke is almost definitely in the phrase "some bloke in the pub".  LINK

The 800 Weight Fly Rod

The world's largest fly rod is located in Houston, British Columbia.

The rod is constructed entirely of aluminum and anodized bronze to simulate graphite. It is 60 feet (1829.8 cm) long and weighs about 800 pounds. The reel has a diameter of 36 inches.

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Fishing Cam

 

Thank you for your interest in Fishing-CAM products.

Fishing-CAM is a new kind of fishing tool that enables individuals to observe underwater scenes as he enjoys fishing by using attached monitor and special purpose cable instead of regular fishing line. If used in unison with camcorders, it is capable of recording and saving images.

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