Best Fly Fishing Gear
Reviewed By The Pros
Below you’ll find all of the best fly fishing gear arranged by different categories to help you shop better.
RODS
A Guide To Purchasing The Best Fly Rods
REELS
A Guide To Purchasing The Best Fly Reels
VESTS
A Guide To Purchasing The Best Fly Vests
FLIES
All of the best flies you need in your box
WADERS
A Guide To Purchasing The Best Fly Waders
FLY TYING
Everything You Need To Know About Fly Tying
Best Fly Rods In 2020
The best rods by weight, species, water-type, & more.
Below you’ll find all of the best fly rods on the market today. These are the best fly fishing rods available for all budgets.
Best 3wt Rods
Great for small trout on small rivers where delicate presentations are paramount.
Best 4wt Rods
A bit bigger and a bit more versatile than a 3wt, these can cast at slightly larger fish.
Best 5wt Rods
The most versatile of all fly rod weights. If you have just one weight of rod, it’s likely a 5wt.
Best 6wt Rods
Getting into the very bottom of the saltwater weights, a 6wt is a good all-water rod.
Best 7wt Rods
Great for large trout, or smaller reef species in saltwater, a 7wt is perfect for a crossover angler.
Best 8wt Rods
You can catch big salmon, or even smaller bonefish species with a good 8 weight fly rod.
Best Fly Rod Combos
The best way for beginners to buy fly fishing gear. Buy it as part of a combo so it’s all well-balanced.
Best Beginner Fly Rods
If you’re a beginner just looking for a great rod that won’t break the bank, check out this post.
Best Budget Fly Rods
Not looking to spend much money? Check out these great cheap fly rods that will do the trick.
Best Value Fly Rods
Cheap isn’t always best, here’s some good rods that may not be the cheapest, but offer great bang-for-buck.
Best Fly Rods For Trout
If you’re fishing mainly for trout, then check out these trout specific fly rods that will help you out.
Best Fly Rods For Bass
Bass is an increasingly popular species to fish, check out these best fly rods for bass.
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Fly Rod Brands
Fly Rod Info
Fly Rod Reviews
Best Fly Reels
Reviewed By & Compared The Pros
Below you’ll find all of the best fly reels on the market today. These are the best fly fishing reels available for all budgets.
Best 3wt Reels
Perfect for your small trout rod when fishing on small rivers.
Best 4wt Reels
Pair with your 4wt rod. A bit bigger and a bit more versatile than a 3wt.
Best 5wt Reels
The most versatile of all fly rod weights. Pair this reel with your best 5wt rod.
Best 6wt Reels
This is the lighter side of saltwater fishing so make sure the drag is sealed.
Best 7wt Reels
Perfect to add to your 7wt rod for larger trout or saltwater species.
Best 8wt Reels
8 weight is perfectly set in the saltwater line-up so get sealed drag here too.
Best 9wt Reels
Strong, powerful and most ready for saltwater. Check the best 9wt reels now.
Best 10wt+ Reels
Get ready for smaller tarpon and larger bonefish with a sturdy 10wt fly reel.
Best Saltwater Reels
Our list of the best saltwater fly rods on the market this year.
Best Budget Reels
Don’t want to spend a lot on a reel? Check out our list of cheaper reels.
Best Trout Reels
Trout-specific reels made for the angler who mainly fishes this species.
Best Bass Reels
Get a strong drag for those powerful hits from bass. This list will help you out.
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Best Fly Line
Reviewed By The Pros
Choosing fly line will largely depend on the weight of your reel and the type of fishing you’ll be doing. Below we’ve broken down all of the best fly lines for each of the categories of line.
Best Floating
A list of the best floating line on the market today with budget and top-end options.
Best Sinking
A list of the top sinking fly lines available this year including brands you know and trust.
Trout Fly Line
There are fly lines specifically engineered for trout fishing and we’ve narrowed the best.
Saltwater Line
If you’re saltwater fly fishing then you need line that can hold up to the elements.
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Best Fly Fishing Outfits
Reviewed By The Pros
For beginners, sometimes the best way to purchase a rod is complete with the line and reel that matches. Below you’ll find some of the best fly fishing combos available as well as our lists and reviews for fly fishing outfits.
Maxcatch Premier
Our favorite budget kit. It’s not the cheapest by Maxcatch, but it’s their best value.
Sage Foundation
A great kit for intermediate anglers who love the Sage name and warranty.
TFO NXT
The TFO NXT Black Label fly fishing combo is still one of the best.
Orvis Clearwater
The best mid-level fly fishing outfit on the market with some beautiful components.
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Best Fly Vests & Packs
Reviewed By The Pros
Below you’ll find all of the best fly vests on the market today. These are the best fly fishing vests available for all budgets.
Anglatech Combo
Not only comfortable but comes with enough storage for whatever you might need.
Bassdash Fly Vest
This vest is loaded with pockets, zippers, straps, strings, and loops.
Lightbare Vest Pack
Comes with a rod holder to keep your rod and fly reel stowed while walking around.
LOOGU Outdoor Vest
A cotton and polyester blend. Which makes it breathable, durable as well as soft.
Mydays Light Vest
Ideal for long days spent fishing or weekend backpacking trips where every ounce counts.
JSHANMEI Vest Combo
A lightweight, water-resistant vest complete with a breathable mesh that will keep you cool.
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Best Fly Waders & Boots
Reviewed By The Pros
Keep yourself dry on the river and choose from our top lists of the best fly fishing waders and boots that will last multiple seasons and ensure you’re on the water and not soaked by it.
Best Chest Waders
Waders that come up above your chest.
Best Hip Waders
Waders that are more like long waterproof boots.
Best Waist Waders
Also known as wading pants, these are comfy and cool.
Best Cheap Waders
Find great waders without breaking the bank.
Best Breathable Waders
Keep dry and cool with breathable waders.
Best Wading Boots
Most waders will need wading boots. We’ve got you covered with our list of the best.
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Best Fly Fishing Gear
Reviewed By The Pros
Below you’ll find all of the best fly fishing gear on the market today. These are the best fly fishing nets, waders, boots, sunglasses, and accessories available for all budgets.
Best Polarized Sunglasses
Check out our list of the best fly fishing sunglasses on the market.
The Best Fly Fishing Nets
Don’t go out on the water before reading our guide to buying the best fly fishing nets.
Best Fly Waders
Stay dry on the river while getting into those hard to reach spots with the best fly fishing waders.
Best Cheap Waders
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great pair of waders. Check out these affordable ones!
Best Fly Fishing Packs
You need that extra storage to carry your gear. From slings to waste packs, you’ll find a pack in this epic guide.
Best Fly Fishing Boots
Not all waders come with boots. Find the best fly fishing boots to go along with your waders.
Best Fly Boxes
You need a place to store all of those well-tied flies. Check out our list of the best fly boxes.
Best Fly Fishing Flies
Your best chance of catching that fish will be in the flies that you use. Check out our guide to all fly fishing flies.
Fly Fishing Gifts
Looking for the perfect present for dad? Check out these fly fishing gifts.
Best Fly Fishing Books
Some great reads about fly fishing, fly tying, fly casting, fly history and more.
Shop For Flies
Get the best flies for every occasion on the river, beach, lake or creek. First, check out our Best Flies For Fly Fishing Guide for an overview, then check out flies for individual applications below.
Best Dry Flies
Everyone loves to watch a fish strike a dry fly on a calm lake or rushing river. Here’s our list of the Best Dry Flies for your fly box.
Best Saltwater Flies
Before diving into the best flies for individual saltwater species, check out our guide to the Best Saltwater Flies overall.
Best Trout Flies
Check out our list of The 15 Best Trout Flies that every trout angler should have in their fly box.
Best Salmon Flies
Hunting down that next big chinook or steelhead? Check out this list of The Best Salmon Flies.
Best Bass Flies
The ultimate fly guide for bass anglers, check out our list of the Best Bass Flies.
Best Tarpon Flies
Ever angler should catch a tarpon on a fly rod at least once in their lives. Do it with these Best Tarpon Flies.
Best Panfish Flies
A growing craze amongst anglers is fishing for panfish. Check out this list of the Best Panfish Flies
Best Bonefish Flies
Ever angler should catch a tarpon on a fly rod at least once in their lives. Do it with these Best Tarpon Flies.
Best Pike Flies
Our ultimate guide to the Best Pike Flies will help any angler catch more pike.
Best Terrestrial Flies
Check out our list of great hoppers, ants and more in our Best Terrestrial Flies guide.