Featured Artist | David Danforth
If you’ve attended any Fly Fishing Show in North America, you’ve likely run into David Danforth this year. And, its not an encounter you would soon forget. His artwork is a psychedelic mix of media and colour that is like nothing you have seen in the fly-world previously. We have fallen hopelessly in love with […]
2019 Editor’s Choice Products
Looking for the perfect gift for Dad this Father’s Day? Here’s a recap on the list of new and noteworthy products we awarded with the distinction of Fly Fusion Editor’s Choice in 2019….
Gear Review: Cortland’s MKII Competition Series
The Fly Fusion team tested the stillwater and nymph rods in Cortland’s new MKII Competition Series. Testers found the MKII Lake Rod (a 10ft, 6-wt) to perform very well on many different levels. The length of the rod provided a few advantages for the stillwater angling environment. It handled long leaders well and also provided […]
Gear Review: Stillwater Series by Scientific Anglers
The line designers at Scientific Anglers gave their stillwater line series a facelift this year. There are five new lines for different stillwater situations. Three of them are designed to fish the upper water column. With a sink rate of one inch-per-second, the primary purpose of the Hover is to enable an angler keep the […]
Gear Review: Orvis’ New Pro Wading Jacket
Over the winter months and into spring Fly Fusion tested Orvis’ Pro Wading Jacket, which is available in two colour combinations: black with ash, and grain with ash. Testers appreciated many features the coat offered. Orvis designed the coat specifically for the fly fisher who spends a lot of time on the water, and many […]
Gear Review: RIO DirectCore Flats Pro
RIO DirectCore Flats Pro line impressed the testers on many different levels. Simon Gawesworth and the team at RIO created this line specifically for the demanding saltwater environment. The Flats Pro rides very high in the water so it’s easy to pick up and quickly recast to fast-moving targets. The line is available in a […]
Gear Review: Headgate Tippet Holder XL by fishpond
It may have been fast-food restaurants that originally figured out how to improve on perfection—simply super-size it. Fishpond capitalized on this concept with their industry-leading tippet holder. The Headgate XL is an enlarged version of the popular Headgate tippet holder and utilizes many of the features that make the regular size model such a success. […]
Gear Reviews: Ultralite MXT by Hardy
Hardy has a rich tradition and proven track record for making outstanding fly rods and reels. The Ultralite MXT takes advantage of Hardy’s solid foundation, yet pushes forward in an innovative direction. Perhaps most notable about the reel is that the MXT is six to eight percent lighter than an all-aluminum version. Hardy designers accomplished […]
Gear Review: Wraptr Boots by Korkers
Of all gear in the fly angler’s arsenal, it’s safe to say wading boots receive the greatest amount of abuse. Anglers expect boots to support them on the crazy hike into the canyon and then keep them upright on the slick rocks once they get there. Perhaps a boot’s greatest attribute besides comfort is the […]
Gear Review: fishpond’s New Thunderhead Submersible Backpack
A few Fly Fusion staff members have been fishing with fishpond backpacks for a number of years now, so when fishpond developed a fully waterproof backpack the crew was excited to test them out. They found the pack remains comfortable even after lengthy use and also found the pack has the right fastening points in […]