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You can’t judge a line by its package… Or can you?
We recently returned from our third trip for the Migratory Tarpon Season in Cuba. I usually fish the Rio Elite Tarpon on these trips on a 10 or 11-weight rod. This year I grabbed the Scientific Anglers Tarpon line to...
Asquith for Trout
There is no denying that the G Loomis Asquith is a great rod. It is no longer new but worth circling back on. I have fished and sold it to the Saltwater crowd for years and have steered the freshwater...
How do the Orvis Pro Mens Wader stack up against the competition?
Being from the West Coast and tromping through various rivers and streams, I have tried many available waders for testing and use, like Simms, Redington, and Patagonia. Today we are going to talk about an East Coast offering by Orvis....
Best all around saltwater fly line!
Here at Stillwater, we have a real passion for saltwater fly fishing. Regularly, we host and help folks gear up for their upcoming saltwater trip. One of the most common questions is, "What are the best general-purpose saltwater fly lines?"...
Simms Flyweight Access Boot
Felt or Rubber? This has been the fly fisherman’s dilemma. Felt works so well in the water but on a muddy trail down to the river or a snowy bank will have you second guessing your footwear choice.