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Fly fishing is a unique and rewarding way to experience the outdoors. It’s not just about catching fish—it’s about the rhythm of the cast, reading the water, and feeling connected to nature.

At Sportsman Finder, we make it easy to gear up for your next fly fishing adventure. We’ve partnered with trusted sellers to bring you a wide selection of quality gear. From lightweight rods and smooth reels to hand-tied flies and must-have accessories, you'll find everything you need in one place.

Latest products for Fly Fishing

AvidMax SA Mastery MPX Fly Line Taper Floating Weight Forward for $79.95
AvidMax SA Sonar Titan Tropical Clear Tip Fly Line All Sizes for $99.95
Field Supply Itasca Marsh King Expandable 1400g Waders for $99.99
AvidMax Orvis Kids Clearwater Wader for $198.00
AvidMax Tenkara USA Nylon Tippet for $7.55
AvidMax SA Sonar Titan Sink Tip Sink 6 Fly Line Deep Water Column for $99.95
AvidMax Cortland Competition MkII Nymph Rod for $495.95
AvidMax RIO Elite Flats Pro for $129.99
AvidMax Galvan Rush LT Fly Reel 3wt, 4wt, 5wt, 6wt, 8wt for $400.00
AvidMax SA Freshwater Floating Shooting Distance Fly Line All Sizes for $39.95
AvidMax Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) NXT Black Label Spare Spool for $60.00
AvidMax SA Amplitude Textured Trout Fly Line WFF for $129.95
AvidMax Redington Behemoth Spare Spool for $74.99
AvidMax SA Sonar Stillwater Seamless Density S5 / S7 Fly Line for $99.95
AvidMax Redington Behemoth Fly Reel for $149.99
AvidMax SA Infinity Smooth Salt Fly Line for $99.95
AvidMax SA Spey Lite Integrated Scandi Fly Line with ARP for $99.95
AvidMax Cortland 5' Ghost Tip Intermediate Precision Subsurface Fly Line for $69.97
AvidMax Ross Reels Colorado Fly Reel Spare Spool for $281.25
Field Supply Ducks Unlimited Wigeon 5mm 1600g Waders for $116.25
AvidMax SA TC Textured Tip Complete Kit System Double Density Sink Tips for $149.95
AvidMax SA Amplitude Textured Grand Slam Taper Fly Line for $129.95
Field Supply Itasca Marsh King 5 mm 1600g Waders - Realtree Max-5 for $109.03
AvidMax RIO Elite Switch Indicator Fly Line for $129.99
AvidMax Patagonia Women's Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Front Waders for $799.00
AvidMax SA Amplitude Smooth Bonefish Fly Line Weight Forward Floating for $99.95
AvidMax RIO Elite Gt for $129.99
Field Supply Itasca Marsh King 3.5 mm 1000g Waders- Realtree Max 5 for $96.78
AvidMax Redington Zero Fly Reel with Durable Clicker Drag Made for Trout Fishing for $109.99
AvidMax Orvis Hydros Fly Reel for $298.00
AvidMax SA Euro Nymph Kit Sky Blue for $39.95
AvidMax Patagonia Men's Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Front Waders for $799.00
AvidMax Patagonia Men's Swiftcurrent Traverse Zip Front Waders for $549.00
AvidMax Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod Series for $249.00
AvidMax SA Specialty Colored Dacron Fly Line Backing 100, 250, 5000 yard for $299.95
AvidMax SA Amplitude Tarpon Taper Fly Line Weight Forward Float Smooth for $99.95
Field Supply Itasca Marsh King 5 mm 1600g Waders - MO Bottomland for $109.03
AvidMax SA Mastery Trout Fly Line Taper Weight Forward Floating Dry Tip for $79.95
AvidMax SA Mastery Infinity Fly Line for $79.95
Field Supply Ducks Unlimited Manitoba 3.5mm 600g Stout Waders for $89.00
Field Supply Wet Work 5mm 1800g Waders - MO Shadow Grass Blades for $111.27
AvidMax Redington Rise III Spare Spool for $124.99
AvidMax RIO Technical Trout Premier Fly Line for $99.99
AvidMax RIO Premier Lightline for $99.99
AvidMax Redington Grande Spare Spool for $189.99
AvidMax SA Dacron Fly Line Backing 20, 30 pound, 100, 250, 3000, 5000 YD for $259.95
AvidMax SA Sonar Stillwater Seamless Density I / S3 Fly Line for $99.95
AvidMax RIO Gripshooter Fly Fishing Line All Sizes for $49.99
AvidMax SA Mastery Anadro Fly Line Taper Floating Weight Forward for $79.95
AvidMax SA Frequency Full Sink Type VI Fly Line All Sizes for $59.95

SA Mastery MPX Fly Line Taper Floating Weight Forward

Welded loops,
The ultimate general presentation line,
Excels in short-to-medium distances with dry flies, smaller nymphs, streamers,
Built a half-size heavy to load rods and turn over large flies easily,
Excellent with dry flies, nymphs, and streamers,
Features the ST+ slickness additive,
For use in moderate and Cold Water climates,
Braided multifilament core,
Brand: Rio,

$79.95

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SA Sonar Titan Tropical Clear Tip Fly Line All Sizes

Loads quickly and delivers the biggest flies to the furthest targets,
15’ clear tip for stealthy presentations,
Excellent turnover due to short, powerful head,
Slow sink rate gets flies just below the surface,
Tropi-Core technology for tropical climates,
Sink Rate: 1.25 ips (Intermediate),
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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Itasca Marsh King Expandable 1400g Waders

1400g Thinsulate insulation,
10.5" rubber boot foot,
3.5mm spandura neoprene,
Quick release buckles,
Hand warmer center pocket,

$99.99

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Seller: Field Supply

Orvis Kids Clearwater Wader

Built for kids,
Modern fit to eliminate traditional wader bulk,
Opposing side-release buckles allow for waist-high conversion,
External storage pocket with stretch panel,
Kangaroo-style handwarmer pocket,
Updated anatomical neoprene booties with Integrated neoprene gravel guards,
Belt included,

$198.00

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Seller: AvidMax

Tenkara USA Nylon Tippet

Available in 5X only,
5X .006” (.152 mm) 4.9 lb (2.23 kg),
30 meters of premium monofilament processed in Japan by Gamma Technologies,
Finish: Deerhair Bass Bug Fruit Cocktail Bass Surface,
Brand: Tenkara,

$7.55

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SA Sonar Titan Sink Tip Sink 6 Fly Line Deep Water Column

Two line sizes heavy for loading quickly and delivering the biggest flies to the furthest targets; use designated line weight for your rod,
Excellent turnover due to short, powerful head,
The perfect streamer line for boat or wade fishing,
Designed for throwing streamers at trout, smallmouth bass, pike, steelhead, and salmon,
Sink tip is between 8-16 feet, depending on line weight,
Available in two densities:Sink 3: 2.5 – 3.5 ips | Sink 6: 5.5 – 6.5 ips,
For use in moderate and cold climates,
Braided multifilament core,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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Seller: AvidMax

Cortland Competition MkII Nymph Rod

Rods include a specific size, cloth rod sock and optic orange rod case for easy location on the river bank,
Built with military grade carbon fiber modulus and resins,
Designed with over 30 years of top level competition experience,
Downward locking reel seat,
Ergonomic fighting butt provides correct weight distribution,

$495.95

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RIO Elite Flats Pro

Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating,
Low stretch “DirectCore” for hard, solid strip sets,
Designed to easily cast flies from size 2/0 to 8,
Mid length head & long back taper for complete line control,
SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control,
Brand: Rio,

$129.99

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Galvan Rush LT Fly Reel 3wt, 4wt, 5wt, 6wt, 8wt

Brand: Galvan,
Product type: Fly Reel,
Reel Weight: Required,
Available Reel Weight: 3wt/4wt/5wt/6wt/7wt/8wt,
Reel Color: Required,
Available Reel Color: Black, Clear, Green, Blue, Burnt Orange,

$400.00

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SA Freshwater Floating Shooting Distance Fly Line All Sizes

For exceptional casting distance,
Advanced Shooting Technology freshwater line,
Minimal-friction design delivers high speeds and long distances,
Easier handling with fewer tangles,
Braided multifilament core,
Welded Loops,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$39.95

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Seller: AvidMax

Temple Fork Outfitters (TFO) NXT Black Label Spare Spool

Machine Cast Aluminum,
Stainless-Steel Drag System,
Black Finish,
High-Performance,
Smooth Action,
Brand: Temple Fork Outfitters,

$60.00

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Seller: AvidMax

SA Amplitude Textured Trout Fly Line WFF

For Delicate Deliveries to Trout,
Aids best in presenting Dries and Nymphs,
For use in moderate and cold climates,
Welded Loops,
Dry Tip Technology,
Designed specifically for chasing trout,
Marked with SA-ID (Scientific Anglers Line Identification),
Braided multifilament core,

$129.95

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Redington Behemoth Spare Spool

Spare Spool Only,
Adjustable, CarbonFiber drag,
Unmachinable, unique Die-cast construction,
Large arbor design speeds retrieve and reduces line memory,
Oversized drag knob foreasy adjustment,
Easily converts to left or right hand retrieve,
Deep V-Spool for increased backing capacity,
Twin molded, soft-touch ergonomic handles,
Brand: Redington,

$74.99

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SA Sonar Stillwater Seamless Density S5 / S7 Fly Line

Double-Density Sinking Lines,
Based on popular MPX taper,
Welded Loops,
Advanced Shooting Technology,
Marked with SA-ID (Scientific Anglers Line Identification),
For use in moderate and cold climates,
Aids best in presenting Nymphs and Streamers,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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Redington Behemoth Fly Reel

Adjustable, CarbonFiber drag,
Unmachinable, unique Die-cast construction,
Large arbor design speeds retrieve and reduces line memory,
Oversized drag knob foreasy adjustment,
Easily converts to left or right hand retrieve,
Deep V-Spool for increased backing capacity,
Twin molded, soft-touch ergonomic handles,
Lifetime warranty,

$149.99

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SA Infinity Smooth Salt Fly Line

Features the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive for superior shooting ability and increased durability,
Made half size heavy turns over large flies on windy days,
Extended head length for accuracy at distance,
High-contrast sighter to identify the back of the line when fighting fish on long runs,
Tropi-Core technology remains stiff and slick in tropical environments,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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SA Spey Lite Integrated Scandi Fly Line with ARP

Features the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive for superior shooting ability and increased durability,
Short front taper and head for quick, powerful casts,
Made a half-size heavy to deliver large flies in demanding situations,
Warm and cold version to cover both summer and winter redfish,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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Cortland 5' Ghost Tip Intermediate Precision Subsurface Fly Line

Tip sink rate 1.25-1.75 IPS,
Short 5 foot clear tip creates separation from colored floating line section, effectively an extended intermediate butt section for your leader, allowing use of shorter leaders without spooking wary fish,
100% monofilament core,
Welded loops on both ends for convenience and smooth turnovers,
Very versatile line good for stillwater, nymph and streamer techniques,
Mint green/clear tip color,
Brand: Cortland,

$69.97

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Ross Reels Colorado Fly Reel Spare Spool

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Brand: Ross,
Product type: Fly Reel Spare Spool,
Reel Weight: Required,
Available Reel Weight: 2-3wt, 4-5wt,
Reel Color: Required,
Available Reel Color: Matte Black, Platinum,
New semi-caged frame provides unprecedented strength in a lightweight package,
Vesconite bushing for a uniquely smooth feel,
Unidirectional click-pawl drag,
Crisp, audible sound,
Canvas micarta handle enhances grip when wet,
Large arbor for fast retrieval and reduced line memory,
,

$281.25

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Ducks Unlimited Wigeon 5mm 1600g Waders

5mm Neoprene with Spandura,
1600g Thinsulate Ultra insulation,
H-Back suspender system with reversed quick release buckles,
Handwarmer chest pocket,
D-rings,
Rubberized knees,
10.5" rubber boot,
7mm wool felt midsole,
2 piece traction rubber outsole,

$116.25

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Seller: Field Supply

SA TC Textured Tip Complete Kit System Double Density Sink Tips

The world’s first tapered, textured multi-density Spey tips,
Shooting Texturing reduces friction, allowing for easier pick-ups of sinking tips,
Tapered design aids in turning over flies at any distance,
Suited for two-hand and switch rods,
Sets come by grain weight,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$149.95

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SA Amplitude Textured Grand Slam Taper Fly Line

The revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive,
Floating Texture on the tip section for the ultimate in flotation,
Shooting Texture running line delivers longer casts,
Designed for demanding tropical saltwater application,
Loads rods quickly, cuts through the wind with ease, and turns over big saltwater flies,
Tropi-Core technology for tropical climates,
Short, powerful head for quick casts to moving targets,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$129.95

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Itasca Marsh King 5 mm 1600g Waders - Realtree Max-5

5mm Neoprene With Spandura,
1600g of Thinsulate Ultra Insulation,
H-Back Design,
Reversible Quick Release Buckles,
Hand Warmer Chest Pocket With Shell Loops,
7mm Felt Midsole,
Traction Rubber Outsole,

$109.03

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RIO Elite Switch Indicator Fly Line

Short, powerful front taper,
Easily casts indicators and large flies,
Long head,
Great mending and fly control at distance,
Unique taper that can be overhead or spey cast according to casting skill and situation,
Brand: Rio,

$129.99

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Patagonia Women's Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Front Waders

E-fibers, H2No,
Beefy new YKK front zipper is submersible, fully waterproof and resists corrosion for consistent operation,
Handwarmer pockets have zip flaps for back-of-hand comfort,
Two exterior stash pockets with water-resistant zippers offer secure storage.,
Anatomical left and right booties for more socklike fit,

$799.00

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SA Amplitude Smooth Bonefish Fly Line Weight Forward Floating

Features the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive for superior shooting ability and increased durability,
Revised taper for delicate deliveries to skittish fish in crystal-clear water; an excellent line for bonefish and permit,
Loads fast and lands light for increased accuracy,
Medium-length head for line control and optimal casting and fishing at 60-80 feet,
Tropi-Core technology remains stiff and slick in tropical environments,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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RIO Elite Gt

Short, heavy head to load powerful saltwater rods,
Short, aggressive front taper to cast large flies with ease,
Low stretch “DirectCore” for hard, solid strip sets,
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating,
SureFire tricolored measuring system for increased accuracy and distance control,
Brand: Rio,

$129.99

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Itasca Marsh King 3.5 mm 1000g Waders- Realtree Max 5

3.5mm Neoprene with Spandura,
1000g Thinsulate Ultra Insulation,
H-Back design,
Reversible Quick Release Buckles,
Hand Warmer Chest Pocket,
7mm Felt Midsole,
Traction Rubber Outsole,

$96.78

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Seller: Field Supply

Redington Zero Fly Reel with Durable Clicker Drag Made for Trout Fishing

Unmachinable, unique die-cast construction,
Super-lightweight design with quick-change spool,
Spring loaded, clicker drag system,
Easily converts to left or right hand retrieve,
Twin molded, soft-touch ergonomic handles,
Large arbor design speeds retrieve and reduces line memory,
Nylon reel case included,
Lifetime warranty,
Brand: Redington,

$109.99

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Orvis Hydros Fly Reel

Refined, lighter weight large arbor fly reel,
Improved fully-sealed drag clutch bearing,
Radiused reel foot for kink-free leader protection,
Ergonomically improved, easy to use drag knob,
Zero start-up inertia,
Excellent retrieval rates and less line coiling,
Brand: Orvis,

$298.00

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SA Euro Nymph Kit Sky Blue

$39.95

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Patagonia Men's Swiftcurrent Expedition Zip Front Waders

E-fibers, H2No,
Beefy new YKK front zipper is submersible, fully waterproof and resists corrosion for consistent operation,
Handwarmer pockets have zip flaps for back-of-hand comfort,
Two exterior stash pockets with water-resistant zippers offer secure storage.,
Anatomical left and right booties for more socklike fit,

$799.00

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Patagonia Men's Swiftcurrent Traverse Zip Front Waders

Fabric Details: H2No® Performance Standard 4-layer, 5.6-oz shell is treated with a durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without intentionally added PFAS,
Fit Details: Gusseted crotch with an articulated seat and legs allows ease of movement in and out of the water; repatterned for durability, repairability, mobility and reduced seam stress,
Construction Details: Waterproof YKK® front zipper for ease while layering underneath and quick streamside relief; easy chest- to waist-high conversion, with a top-hem drawcord and a Secure Stretch wading belt,
Interior Details: Interior features one large, quick-access drop-in stretch pocket; one large, zippered security stretch pocket; and a center-back hanger loop for easy drying and storage,
Exterior Details: Exterior features two zippered, stretch stash chest pockets with plenty of room for fly boxes or other essentials; a fishing tool dock and pack loop attachment points at the chest; and a low-profile net loop at the center back,
Exterior Details: Exterior features two zippered, stretch stash chest pockets with plenty of room for fly boxes or other essentials; a fishing tool dock and pack loop attachment points at the chest; and a low-profile net loop at the center back,
Exterior Details: Exterior features two zippered, stretch stash chest pockets with plenty of room for fly boxes or other essentials; a fishing tool dock and pack loop attachment points at the chest; and a low-profile net loop at the center back,

$549.00

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Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod Series

Blanks are black chrome with white accents, chrome snake/stripping guide and full black nickel aluminum reel seats,
Quick rod identifier on the blank,
Rods with fighting butts have composite tips for durability and two-handed rods have composite on the tip of the foregrip,
Comes with gray rod tube,
25-Year Guarantee,
Designed in Vermont,

$249.00

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SA Specialty Colored Dacron Fly Line Backing 100, 250, 5000 yard

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: ‎10 x 10 x 8 inches,
Package Weight: ‎6 Pounds,
Item Dimensions LxWxH: ‎10 x 10 x 8 inches,
Item Weight: ‎0.85 Pounds,
Brand Name: ‎Scientific Anglers,
Color: ‎Fluorescent Orange/Blue/Flourescent Yellow,
Material: ‎Dacron,
Number of Items: ‎1,
Manufacturer: ‎Scientific Anglers,
Part Number: ‎129893,
Size: ‎30 lb,
Fishing Line Type: ‎Fly,
Line Weight: ‎30 lbs,

$299.95

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SA Amplitude Tarpon Taper Fly Line Weight Forward Float Smooth

Features the revolutionary AST Plus slickness additive for superior shooting ability and increased durability,
High contrast sighter to identify the back of the line when fighting fish on long runs,
Loads fast, shoots quickly, lands softly for wary fish,
Stealthy color scheme,
Reinforced 45lb big-game core,
Tropi-Core technology remains stiff and slick in tropical environments,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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Itasca Marsh King 5 mm 1600g Waders - MO Bottomland

5mm Neoprene With Spandura,
1600g of Thinsulate Ultra Insulation,
H-Back Design,
Reversible Quick Release Buckles,
Hand Warmer Chest Pocket With Shell Loops,
7mm Felt Midsole,
Traction Rubber Outsole,

$109.03

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Seller: Field Supply

SA Mastery Trout Fly Line Taper Weight Forward Floating Dry Tip

Welded loops,
Revised compound taper perfect for delicate deliveries,
Excels in short-to-medium distances with dry flies, smaller nymphs, streamers,
The ultimate fly line for chasing trout,
Braided multifilament core,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$79.95

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SA Mastery Infinity Fly Line

Welded loops,
Designed for demanding tropical saltwater applications,
Loads rods quickly, cuts through wind with ease, and turns over big saltwater flies,
Short, powerful head for quick casts to moving targets,
Overweighted by nearly a full line weight,
Tropi-Core technology for tropical climates,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$79.95

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Ducks Unlimited Manitoba 3.5mm 600g Stout Waders

Brand: Ducks Unlimited,
Size: Medium,
Gender Male,
Color: Dual Color,
600g Thinsulate Ultra Insulation. H-Back design suspender system w/ reversible buckles. Self draining hand warmer chest pocket. Polyurethane knee guard. 10.5" tall boot. Traction outsole.,

$89.00

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Wet Work 5mm 1800g Waders - MO Shadow Grass Blades

5mm Neoprene with Spandura,
1800g Thinsulate Ultra insulation,
H-Back suspender system with reversed quick release buckles,
Handwarmer chest pocket,
D-rings,
Rubberized knees,
10" rubber boot,
7mm wool felt midsole,
2 piece traction rubber outsole,

$111.27

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Redington Rise III Spare Spool

Spare Spool Only,
Ultra Large Arbor,
Carbon Fiber Drag System,
Soft Touch Ergonomic Handle,
Oversized Drag Knob for easy adjustment,
Right or Left hand retrieve,
Nylon reel case included,
Lifetime warranty,
Brand: Redington,

$124.99

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RIO Technical Trout Premier Fly Line

Long front taper turns over flies with delicacy and precision,
Extended head and back taper increases loop control when carrying long lengths of line,
Specifically designed to turn over long leaders for technical trout,
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast,
SlickCast creates the slickest, most durable coating on the market - producing the least amount of friction ever measured on a fly line.,
MaxFloat Tip technology is a high float coating that floats more than twice as high as regular fly line tips, without any increase in diameter,
Brand: Rio,

$99.99

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RIO Premier Lightline

Short front taper and weight distribution makes it ideal for creeks,
Perfect for bamboo, glass and softer graphite fly rods,
Built with RIO's exceptionally slick, durable SlickCast coating,
MaxFloat Tip technology for the very best in performance,
Marks the sweet spot of a fly line by providing an obvious color change in the line at the sweet spot.,
Dual Welded loops,
Brand: Rio,

$99.99

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Redington Grande Spare Spool

Spare Spool Only,
CNC machined, anodized T-6061 aluminum construction,
Fully sealed, SUPER-TORQUE, carbon fiber drag system provides smooth and powerful drag in all conditions,
V-spool with backing canal arbor for reduced line stacking and increased backing capacity,
Oversized palming rim for increased drag application and spool rigidity,
Optimized reel foot position for true center of gravity to prevent rod twist, and unique, rounded finish for line/leader protection when stowed,
Enlarged soft-touch, anti-snag handle machined from Delrin to increased grip and ergonomic comfort,
Nylon reel case included,

$189.99

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SA Dacron Fly Line Backing 20, 30 pound, 100, 250, 3000, 5000 YD

Extremely thin,
Low coefficient of friction,
High abrasion resistance and colorfast,
High visibility,
Material: Dacron,
Finish Type: Orange,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$259.95

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SA Sonar Stillwater Seamless Density I / S3 Fly Line

Double-Density Sinking Lines,
Based on popular MPX taper,
Welded Loops,
Advanced Shooting Technology,
Marked with SA-ID (Scientific Anglers Line Identification),
For use in moderate and cold climates,
Aids best in presenting Nymphs and Streamers,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$99.95

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RIO Gripshooter Fly Fishing Line All Sizes

Overall Length 100 Feet,
86 feet of shooting line and a 14 feet handling section,
Thick, highly visible handling section for grip,durability and visibility,
The best choice for distance,
A Hard Nylon Shooting LineWith A Unique HandlingSection,
Brand: Rio,

$49.99

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SA Mastery Anadro Fly Line Taper Floating Weight Forward

Welded loops,
For extended line control, long-distance casting, and turning over heavy rigs,
Ideal for roll casting and long-distance mending,
High-vis and high floating yellow tip,
For use in moderate and Cold Water climates,
Braided multifilament core,
Brand: Rio,

$79.95

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SA Frequency Full Sink Type VI Fly Line All Sizes

Especially effective for fishing streamers,
Thin diameter cuts through wind,
Ideal for use in stillwater situations,
Front welded loop on Sink 3; Sink 6 includes braided loop connection,
Mid-length head for enhanced line control,
Sink Rates: 2.5 – 4.0 ips (Sink 3),
Sink Rate: 5.0 – 6.0 ips (Sink 6),
Monofilament core,
Brand: Scientific Anglers,

$59.95

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Fly Fishing Gears Buying Guide

What Is Fly Fishing?

Fly fishing is a unique style of fishing that uses a lightweight lure called a fly to attract fish. Unlike traditional fishing methods that rely on the weight of the bait or lure to cast.

Fly fishing uses the weight of the line itself to carry the nearly weightless fly to the target. The fly is typically made of feathers, thread, and other materials designed to mimic insects, small fish, or other food sources.

Essential Gear For Fly Fishing

Getting started in fly fishing doesn’t mean you have to buy a mountain of gear. But there are a few key items every fly angler should have.

Fly Rod: This is the backbone of your setup. Rods come in different weights (like 3wt, 5wt, 8wt) depending on the size of fish you’re targeting. A 5-weight rod is the most versatile for freshwater trout and panfish.
Fly Reel: The reel stores your line and helps fight fish. For trout and other smaller species, the reel’s drag isn’t as important, but for larger species (like bass, steelhead, or saltwater fish), a strong drag is crucial.
Fly Line: Unlike traditional fishing, the line provides the weight to cast the fly. Match the weight of your line to the weight of your rod. Fly lines come in different types—floating, sinking, or sink-tip—depending on how deep you want to fish.
Leader and Tippet: This is the nearly invisible section of line that connects your fly to your fly line. It’s usually made of monofilament or fluorocarbon and comes in different sizes. The “tippet” is the last bit you tie your fly to, and it gets replaced often.
Flies: These are your bait—small, lightweight lures designed to imitate insects, baitfish, or crustaceans. Common types: Dry Flies (float on water), Nymphs (sink and imitate aquatic insects), Streamers (imitate small fish or leeches), Poppers (used for bass or saltwater on the surface)
Waders and Boots: If you plan to fish in rivers or cold water, waders keep you dry. Pair them with comfortable wading boots for grip and ankle support.

What Is The Rule of 11 In Fly Fishing?

The "Rule of 11" helps you figure out the right leader length based on how far you want to cast. It’s simple: subtract your rod length (in feet) from 11. The result is a good starting point for your leader length.

For example, if you have a 9-foot fly rod:

11 - 9 = 2

That means a 9-foot rod pairs well with a 2-foot leader if you're making short casts. For longer casts or spooky fish, you'll want a longer leader. It’s not a hard rule, but a helpful guide for beginners learning line control.

Who Makes The Best Fly Fishing Gear?

Several brands are known for top-quality fly fishing gear. Orvis is one of the most trusted names, offering everything from beginner kits to high-end rods. Sage is known for precision and performance, especially in fly rods. Redington offers great value for anglers on a budget. Simms makes durable waders and clothing, while Rio and Scientific Anglers lead in fly lines and leaders.

The best gear depends on your needs, skill level, and budget—but these brands consistently deliver quality and reliability.

Popular FAQs

Is fly fishing harder than regular fishing?

Yes, fly fishing is generally more technical than regular fishing. It involves learning special casting techniques and understanding how to "match the hatch." But with practice, it becomes fun and rewarding.

Is fly fishing illegal in the USA?

No, fly fishing is completely legal in the U.S. You just need a valid fishing license and must follow local fishing regulations, like seasons, size limits, and special fly-only zones.

What size fly rod should I get as a beginner?

A 9-foot, 5-weight rod is ideal for beginners. It works well for trout and general-purpose fly fishing.

Can I use a spinning reel for fly fishing?

No. Fly fishing requires specialized gear—especially a fly rod and fly reel that can cast fly line.

What’s the difference between dry flies and nymphs?

Dry flies float on the water surface. Nymphs sink and imitate insects below the waterline.

Do I need waders to fly fish?

Not always. You can wet wade in warm weather or fish from the shore. But waders let you reach deeper water comfortably.

What is “matching the hatch”?

It means using a fly that mimics the insects currently hatching and being eaten by fish.

Can I fly fish in saltwater?

Yes! Fly fishing is popular in saltwater for species like redfish, tarpon, and bonefish. You’ll need heavier gear and saltwater-safe equipment.