MRO Staff Holiday Gear Gift Guide!
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Pat: Fishpond Dakota Rod & Reel Case
For me, success on the water begins and ends with good organization. The Dakota Rod/Reel Case from Fishpond allows me to carry all the rods, reels, and spools I need. Whether guiding day to day or on a week long fishing excursion, this bag has been one of my most used and trusted pieces of gear for 15 years. I can’t imagine doing what I do without it! Check it out here.
Ryan: Tenkara USA Rhodo Rod
Some of my favorite places to fish are also not the easiest to get too. The Rhodo from the folks at Tenkara USA allows me to pack a rod into those hard to get to spots without worry. This rod is a ton of fun, whether targeting big panfish on flies or introducing a first timer to fly fishing. Check it out here.
Andy: Loon Trout Pliers
I chose the Loon Trout Pliers because they are small and well built. These pliers will cut small trout material as well as larger braid and bite tippet. The wide opening jaws make it easy to crimp barbs as well as some light rigging. The main selling point for me was the price, a great pair of pliers that don't break the bank. Check out the Loon Trout Pliers here.
Katie: FisheWear Kaleido King Dry Bag Backpack
The FisheWear Dry Bag Backpack is my go to whether I am personal fishing or guiding for Smallmouth. The straps on this pack are heavy duty and have a lot of padding. This helps for those long days walking the river chasing Smallmouth. When I am guiding out of my raft, it fits perfectly under my seat and holds the gear and fly boxes that I need for the day. It's a very functional bag, with the bonus of having a fun fish pattern! Check out the bag here.
Steve: Sage Spectrum LT
The Sage Spectrum LT is my reel of choice for any situation. This reel is amazingly durable because of its machined aluminum frame, so I have complete confidence in its performance for years to come. If you are looking for a workhorse reel with a fantastic design, look no further than the Sage Spectrum LT. Check it out here.
Paul: Echo Boost Fresh
The reason I picked the Echo Boost Fresh is because I have the capability of throwing smaller dry flies while also having the capability of fishing with larger terrestrials. I like a rod that can do several tasks on the water. Its overall look is amazing and you get a high performance rod without breaking the bank! Check out the Echo Boost Fresh here.
Ben: Fishpond Thunderhead Submersible Sling Pack
For me, the top priority when it comes to solo fishing trips is maximizing my mobility on the water as well as accessibility to all my gear. This pack is the best that I have used for both of those priorities. The Thunderhead Submersible Sling Pack has excellent capacity, is lightweight, and totally waterproof. This is THE bag for day trips. Check it out here.
The Simms Pro Nippers feel great in the hand, stay super sharp, have a magnetic fly threader and a built in split shot pincher. These are my most used piece of equipment on the water second only to my rod and reel. I just wish I got them sooner! Check it out here.
