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Fishpond Blue River Chest/Lumbar Pack$69.00
Simplicity redefined. With its streamlined profile and numerous pockets, this is the perfect alternative to vests. Worn as a lumbar or chest pack, or in sling style. Enough space for everything you need.

CHARLIE CRAVEN'S BASIC FLY TYING$39.95
With clear, concise text, Craven provides tips and techniques from his over thirty years of tying flies for fly shops on Colorado’s Front Range. This book is built on Craven’s successful fly-tying classes, which start out with simple flies and work toward more complex patterns, all the while teaching techniques and introducing materials by tying popular patterns that catch fish in Eastern and Western streams. This series of lessons show how flies build on one another, enabling readers to tie a wide...

Copper and Gold/Black$2.50
Regular chenille speckled with flashabou. Add a little flash to your patterns. Good for hook sizes 2 - 10.

Fly Boxes - Cliff's Super Days Worth Box$24.95
A 4" X 6" box with 3 distinct fly storage features. One side contains strips of foam, perfect for dries, the second side contains 6 magnetic compartments for small flies and nymphs, and the swing leaf has the famous blue slitted foam for streamers or larger bugs.

Dark Tan$1.99

A KID'S GUIDE TO FLYFISHING: IT'S MORE THAN CATCHING FISH$16.00
This is the book I wish I had access to when I was trying to teach my kid how to fish! This is a book that teaches a kid how to flyfish - written by a kid! Eight-year yold Tyler tells about fish, where fish live, what fish eat, equip, & fly casting. Filled with Tyler's drawings & color photos. Tyler believes there are not enough young kids that flyfish & he wants to change that. Foreword by Jack Dennis. Color photos; 7x9 inches, 128 pages.

Fly Tying Materials - Basic Fly Tying$19.95
The ultimate beginner's guide to fly tying. Using step-by-step color photos and concise text, this book illustrates every phase of the tying process, from clamping the hook in the vise to executing the final whip finish, and everything in between. Introductory chapters identify the basic tools and explain how to use them. Fundamental tying techniques are illustrated with color photos and instructional line drawings.

HIGH ROLLERS: FLY FISHING FOR GIANT TARPON$29.95
Artist and ardent angler Bill Bishop tackles all aspects of tarpon fishing--from building leaders to bringing them in quickly. Each chapter explores the core aspects of tarpon fishing in detail, including step-by-step instructions for tying IGFA leaders, the nuances of finding, casting to, hooking, and fighting giant tarpon, and insights and tips for running the boat, seeing fish, and reading the fish’s behavior.

Patagonia Surf Sneaker$120.00
The footwear of choice for chasing the beach blitz, gripping a rolling skiff deck or rock-hopping through the surf zone. The Surf Sneaker employs the same tried-and-true cupped midsole and tough outsole as the Marlwalker, but has a softer flex pattern for more give on boat decks and shore breaks. Light, comfortable and fast-drying, this style offers just the right amount of support and protection without weighing you down. Our new high-filtration mesh uses 100% recycled polyester. Colors selected...

Cinnamon Tip Turkey Tail Feathers$3.99
The perfect material for wing cases and carapaces (shellbacks). Try substituting turkey for pheasant tail on nymph bodies.

THE COMPLETE STEELHEADER: SUCCESSFUL FLY-FISHING TACTICS$49.95
John Larison was born & raised in the heart of Oregon’s steelhead country. A former guide & fly-fishing instructor, his writing has appeared in Gray’s Sporting Journal, Fly Rod & Reel, American Angler, Fly Fishing & Tying Journal, Salmon & Steelhead Journal, & Fly Fisherman--where he serves as the Northwest Field Editor. He lives with his wife, Ellie Rose, in the Willamette Valley.

Accessories - Creative Fly Tying$39.95
Most fly fishers think of tying flies in one of two ways: as a task—work necessary to keep their fly boxes full while saving a few dollars—or as an eternally fascinating extension of their fishing. To creative minds, designing trout flies can be a never-ending puzzle. It's always on their minds, teasing at their thoughts. Northern California's Mike Mercer is a card-carrying, dues-paying member of this group. Fortunate to have fished most of the planet's great fly-fishing destinations in his 40-plus...

4560 Reel$400.00
The sophisticated, high-performance 3:1 geared graphite drag unit provides the kind of power and smoothness you’d expect from a large traditional drag system, only without the bulk or weight. It’s also completely sealed from the elements and features a one-revolution adjustment knob for quick and accurate drag settings.

Dyed Pearl Diamond Braid Diamond Braid$2.10
Diamond Braid is a woven pearl braid that is dyed in the most popular colors. Best uses are for bodies on bonefish flies, caddis larve/pupa immitations, muddler bodies, and salmon/steelhead flies.

Fishpond Whitewater Dry Bag$29.00
Splash proof. With its reinforced, see-through material, the Whitewater is the economical choice for shielding extra clothing and gear from rain or spray. Inspired by rafters and other river-runners, the roll-top closure, while not waterproof if submerged, will keep your gear and valuables dry.

Fly Rods - Bahamas Fly Fishing Guide$29.95
Stephen and Kim Vletas co-founded, with a partner, the famous Westbank Anglers in 1986 in Jackson, Wyoming. Since then they have also opened stores in Dallas, Houston, and Charlotte, North Carolina. When they launched the travel division more than ten years ago, they believed the only way to be successful in travel booking was to visit and study each location personally. The six to eight weeks they have spent every year traveling and studying the Bahamas has given them the intimate knowledge of the...

CDC Oiler Puffs Olive$2.40
CDC (Cul-de-Canard or duck-ass in English) is naturally impregnated with hydrophobic oils to aid in floatation. In addition, the barbicells and micro-barbicells increase surface area and trap air bubbles. There are endless uses such as winging dries, nymph gills, emerging wing buds, soft hackles, etc. These packages contain about 35-45 useable plumes per package.

Headwaters Gear Bag$109.95
Simms new Headwaters Gear Bag is heavy-duty and comes with all of the bells and whistles you'll need.

Books, DVDs & Videos - Fly Fishing 411: The Roaring Fork Valley$14.95
Now, Fly Fishing 411 beautifully delivers all of the useful information collected while fishing the upper, middle, and lower sections of these two stunning rivers. As easily as dialing 411 on the telephone, you will discover preferred techniques and fly patterns as well as where to find the trophy "rainbows."

Deadly Dazzle$3.99

Henry's Sinket - Wetting Agent$4.95
Formulated for application to nymphs and sub-surface flies to help them break surface tension and sink rapidly. Hydrophilic properties attract water and the fly rolls along the bottom as naturally as a dislodged nymph. Biodegradable

Fly Reels - Steelhead Fly Tying Guide$27.95
This is a gorgeous, all-color, step-by-step book that will make steelhead fly tying easy. Scores of crisp color photos show you how to tie the most productive steelhead patterns including speys, traditional wets, skaters, wakers and dries. Once you learn the tying methods provided you will be able to tie all the great patterns shown in the excellent color plates. 8x11 inches, 80 pages.

Fly Tying Materials - Classic Salmon Fly Materials$59.95
Building on Tying the Classic Salmon Fly, which demonstrates techniques for tying even the most complicated fully dressed salmon flies, Classic Salmon Fly Materials provides an in-depth look at all the possible ingredients and methods for tying these flies. Starting with the first elements, hook and thread, Radencich gives guidance on working with peacock or ostrich herl and adding body hackles, throat hackles, and collars. He explains which feathers are best suited to each type of hackle and how...

Wading Jackets & Outerwear - Filson Oil Finish Cover Cloth Weekender Coat$255.00
Wear this coat whether you're relaxing at the lake house or at the football game. Constructed to let you move freely, the cotton lining, two-way zipper, inner elastic cuffs, draw-cord waist and soft moleskin-lined collar keep out the cold. With an interior zippered security pocket, outer zippered chest pocket, two snap front utility pockets and moleskin-lined handwarmer pockets. Accepts zip-in vest liner available in 4 weights, sold separately (see Style 91, 121, 151 and 556). Average back length...

This also works well as a rib on small midge patterns Fishair$3.89

Trout of N America - 18 Card Set$24.95
Exquisitely reproduced in this eighteen-card set is a collection of the most beautiful trout of North America. Joe's illustrations are stunningly beautiful and scientifically accurate. These are some of the most beautiful note cards on the market!

Single packs either 7.5' or 10' length 3 packs 9' length 3 Pack 6X$10.99
Designed by Dave Whitlock for most trout and panfish angling. Easily turns over dries, nymphs and streamers.

Single packs either 7.5' or 10' length 3 packs 9' length 3 Pack 3X$10.99
Designed by Dave Whitlock for most trout and panfish angling. Easily turns over dries, nymphs and streamers.

Fly Rods - TMC 202SP 25 Pack$8.95
Prices limited to in stock quantities - all sales final

Chicago Fly Fishing Outfitters Online Store - - Luggage & Gear Bags - SIMMS WADER BAG$39.95
Durable and convenient, this bag carries waders, boots and other gear, wet or dry.

Fly Reels - TMC 202SP 25 Pack$8.95
Prices limited to in stock quantities - all sales final

Packages contain hundreds of strands -10" length Copper$4.49

Leaders, Tippets, Wire & Related - Frog Hair Leader Stiff Butt / Supple Tip 4X Stiff Butt Supple Tip$5.95
Frog Hair Stiff Butt - Supple Tip Tapered Leaders have a heavier, stiffer butt section for when a more powerful turnover is needed to punch through the wind or when fishing with large flies. The stiff butt leaders also have an ultra supple tippet offering the same superior knot strength, incredible toughness, and built-in shock resistance that delivers the most natural presentation possible.

This also works well as a rib on small midge patterns Purple$3.89

This also works well as a rib on small midge patterns Green$3.89

Durable snake-guides with double coating Loop Multi DH Rod 10150-4$640.00
The action gives you that little extra time to coordinate the cast. Multi is the rod for you who want to tighten your loops and improve your performance when you present your fly. We have spent years developing this new technology, but what it means to you is simple, “Longer casts, more accuracy and much less effort then ever before” If you don’t believe us try one and you will see and feel the difference”

Fly Tying Materials - Genetic Hybrid Cape Genetic Hybrid Cape$17.50
An incredible value from Cascade Crest! Each neck has DRY FLY hackle from sz 16 to 8, while the remaining feathers are perfect for hackle on buggers.

Fly Rods - Whiting Flat Wing Utility Hackle Dark Brown Dun$37.00
A very full saddle with tons of hackle, great for buggers, streamers and general wet flies. There is a broad range of sizes on each saddle. As the name suggests, try them on your sand eels and other flat wing patterns.

Chicago Fly Fishing Outfitters Online Store - - Destination Books - Fly Fisher's Guide to Montana$28.95
This completely new guidebook details the wealth of great fly fishing in Big Sky Country. From major rivers like the Yellowstone, Missouri, Beaverhead, Big Hole, Clark Fork, Bighorn, and Madison down to the smallest fishable creeks & lakes, veteran fishing author Chuck Robbins tells anglers everything they need to know about Montana's best fisheries. In addition to covering all the most famous rivers & streams, this book introduces flyfishers to waters well off the beaten path, including high-country...

Fly Rods - Adjustable Tungsten Carbide 5 1/2" Scissor$19.95
Tungsten carbide 5 1/2 " adjustable scissor tension adjustable for course work for working with deer hair and synthetics. Super sharp.

Fly Reels - ALL THE BEST: CELEBRATING LEFTY KREH$60.00
Lefty Kreh, the undisputed father of modern American Fly fishing, has taught several generations of anglers how to love the sport. Readers who enjoy a good fishing story will be delighted to find that his life has been an adventure from the start, even without the usual fish tales. He has fought in historic battles, traveled the globe, and dined with presidents. A strain of anthrax is named after him, and one of his fly designs has been commemorated on a U.S. postage stamp. A renowned outdoor writer...

Fly Rods - Fly Fisher's Guide to Northern New England$28.95
A completely new edition, this is one of the best books on fishing New England- bar none. Whether your target is landlocked or migratory Atlantic salmon, striped or Smallmouth bass, Brook trout, or even Rainbow & Brown trout, Flyfisher's Guide to Northern New England should be included in your travel bag. The author leads you through a detailed description on all the major waters in Vermont, New Hampshire, & Maine. Along with accurate & detailed maps this guide includes timings of seasonal trout...

Chicago Fly Fishing Outfitters Online Store - - Fly Tying Tools - Terra Deluxe Bodkin - Hex$3.49

Durable snake-guides with double coating Loop Multi DH Rods 7120-4$535.00
The action gives you that little extra time to coordinate the cast. Multi is the rod for you who want to tighten your loops and improve your performance when you present your fly. We have spent years developing this new technology, but what it means to you is simple, “Longer casts, more accuracy and much less effort then ever before” If you don’t believe us try one and you will see and feel the difference”

Nets & Net Accessories - Brodin Pro Trout Net Cocobolo Handle$84.00
A great net for all around use and will easily handle fish to 20". Shown here with a Cocobolo handle.

Books, DVDs & Videos - Fly Fisher's Guide to Colorado$28.95
Author Marty Bartholomew breaks the state into six sections, covering all the prime flyfishing rivers, tributary streams and stillwaters in each. All waters are described in detail with site-specific maps, hatch charts, river miles, access points and campground information included. Bartholomew, a Colorado flyfishing guide and fly tier from Aurora, blends his personal knowledge with the experience of state biologists and regional shop owners to offer the most complete flyfishing guide ever offered...

Crocs Athens II (Close Out) M 11$19.95

Waders & Accessories - Dan Bailey's Kid's Breathable Wader 8-10 Kid's clothing size$109.95
They have built-in side straps, eliminating the need for a wader belt. Suspenders are removable and feature opposite end clasps that allow a quick conversion to a waist high wader. There is a double layer of fabric at the knees, and no inside leg seam. The feet are built from 3mm neoprene and have a hypalon bottom for added durability. There is an inside pouch for keeping small items handy and the nylon webbing on the chest can be used to attach accessories such as clippers and hemostats. All seams...

9 WT Saltwater RedFly 2 LA Reel$249.99
If you are looking to get into the sport of fly fishing and don't want to spend the big bucks, may we suggest you consider one of these combo packages. These rods are way good enough to provide years of efficient use and will not need to be replaced as your skills increase. We consider these a solid value and darn good performers. Avoid the trap of cheap beginner rods combos that are flooding the market right now- Do it right the first time!

Fly Rods - Monic Tropical Seamless Phantom Tip Clear/Floating (Close Out)$44.95
Utilizing their latest technology Flow Tek offers a floating tropical seamless fly line, tailored for flats fishing. The heart of the line, the core, is made from hollow floating monofilament which yields nearly 20% more buoyancy over conventional monofilament. The Seamless Phantom Tip line utilizes an advanced fluorescent process that applies an indicator section to the core, 10 feet from the tip. The front 10' are clear and float like a cork. Designed for use in temperatures above 65 deg. F. Available...

Loop Multi 390-4$325.00
In describing the rod, team Loop says "The action gives you that little extra time to coordinate the cast. Multi is the rod for those of you who want to tighten your loops and improve your performance when you present your fly. We have spent years developing this new technology, but what it means to you is simple: Longer casts, more accuracy and much less effort then ever before. If you don’t believe us try one and you will see and feel the difference.”

Fly Reels - A New Generation Of Trout Flies$39.95
The Yellowstone area is spectacularly diverse, offering great variety of fishing opportunities. Although best known for large rivers, there are also small streams, lakes and spring creeks. Even on the big waters, part of the day may be spent throwing huge streamers and the rest with a small dry fly. Hatches range from large stoneflies to minute mayflies. Because of this variety, an angler must have a good selection of versatile and specialty flies and techniques to be successful. Scott's innovative...

Accessories - Trout of N America - 18 Card Set$24.95
Exquisitely reproduced in this eighteen-card set is a collection of the most beautiful trout of North America. Joe's illustrations are stunningly beautiful and scientifically accurate. These are some of the most beautiful note cards on the market!

Books, DVDs & Videos - CHASING SILVER: A TARPON JOURNEY$42.00
The world's greatest gamefish has now been captured in High Definition. "Chasing Silver" is the highest rated fishing program on The Outdoor Life Network. Includes the entire mini-series (4 episodes) & special features such as: Andy Mill's "Bucket-Demo" on how to apply maximum pressure to tarpon, behind-the-scenes visits to angler's homes & candid stories not included on-air.

Fly Rods - Czech Nymph- 3rd Edition$34.95
The book of 119 pages of format A4, contains 159 colored photographs of nymphs and approximately 45 colored photographs of fishing. The book deals with the problematics of Czech nymph from its early history to present. This book is a unique with its conception in the current fly fishing literature. Book is in English

Fl Flame Red/Black$3.95
Great contrast in just one step! The Spirit River staff did a great job with these. A bit longer and fuller that the spey marabou, the Tiny Tip Dyed version will tie on larger hook sizes. A must have for the salmon/steelhead/spey fly tyer.

Ice Dub Dispenser$16.95
Ice Dub Dispenser II contains the following colors: UV Lt Yellow, Peacock Black, UV Pink, Rusty Brown, Silver Holo, UV Tan, Chocolate Brown, UV Cinnamon, Golden Brwon, Holo Chartreuse, Holo Olive, Hot Yellow

Fly Tying Materials - Barr Flies$39.95
Barr shares his "confidence" patterns, the flies that he carries with him at all times to cover nearly every scenario an angler might encounter on the water. When used at an appropriate time with a good presentation, they are guaranteed to catch fish. Barr tells how he developed each fly, gives tips on when & how to fish them, & explains how he fishes multiple-fly rigs with the Copper John as the center of a 3-fly system that optimizes fish-catching potential. 570 color fly photos by Charlie Craven...

Books, DVDs & Videos - Lost World of Mr Hardy$39.95
I was a fanatical fly fisherman in my youth until I had to move south and trade in my angler’s pipe and Corona silk line for a camera and a career in filmmaking. After a degree in photography I progressed to camerawork and then editing at the BBC and commercials companies in London’s Soho. Film school took me to Lodz, to the renowned Polish Film School. Since then I have directed nearly forty films of all shapes and sizes, won many film prizes and my films like “English Goodbye” and “Sound Like Sunlight...

Accessories - Tiny Tip Dyed Marabou Hot Pink/Purple$3.95
Great contrast in just one step! The Spirit River staff did a great job with these. A bit longer and fuller that the spey marabou, the Tiny Tip Dyed version will tie on larger hook sizes. A must have for the salmon/steelhead/spey fly tyer.

Accessories - William Joseph Infared Thermometer$39.00
The folks at William Joseph have developed the industry's first infrared point and shoot thermometer. Now you don't even have to bend over to use it. Just point it at the water, push the button, and the rivers secrets are revealed to you in a matter of milliseconds. Great for those of us with ADD!!!!

Books, DVDs & Videos - Peacock Swords$1.50
The PEACOCK SWORD has amazing color and is primarily used for tailing and winging. Tie in by the butt to make the barbules stand out better.

UV Wader Repair$6.95
Don't let a wader leak ruin your day, be back in the water in minutes. Works on wet or dry waders, wetsuits, hiking boots, and many other items.

Fly Reels - Fly Fishing the Rocky Mtn Back Country$19.95
How to reach and fish remote waters in Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, and Oregon. Detailed information on hundreds of lakes; advice on fly patterns and backpacking. 8-page color section, map; 6x9 inches, 320 pages.

Accessories - UV Wader Repair$6.95
Don't let a wader leak ruin your day, be back in the water in minutes. Works on wet or dry waders, wetsuits, hiking boots, and many other items.

Fly Reels - Western Mayfly Hatches$39.95
With their usual meticulous attention to detail, noted entomologist Rick Hafele & author Dave Hughes turn their attention to the widespread mayfly, one of the most important insects to fly-fisherman. Western Mayfly Hatches introduces the mayflies important in the western states and provinces, shows how to recognize them, helps in the selection of fly patterns to match them, and provides the best presentation methods. Also included is: matching hatches, collecting and observing mayflies, recognizing...

Sage TCX 490-4$780.00
"The six wt TCX will be a quick and easy replacement for my TCR for a couple of important reasons. The TCX flat out casts a mile, without nearly as much effort as the TCR, or any other rod that I have used. As expected, it threw a 200 grain Streamer Express line with an enormous streamer very efficiently. It was easy to pick up the sinking line from great distances and set the hook with authority. When the wind was down, the top 1/3 of the rod seemed to do most of the work for me. Easy strokes...

Sage TCX 1090-4$815.00
"The six wt TCX will be a quick and easy replacement for my TCR for a couple of important reasons. The TCX flat out casts a mile, without nearly as much effort as the TCR, or any other rod that I have used. As expected, it threw a 200 grain Streamer Express line with an enormous streamer very efficiently. It was easy to pick up the sinking line from great distances and set the hook with authority. When the wind was down, the top 1/3 of the rod seemed to do most of the work for me. Easy strokes...

Yellow Line 488-3 SH Rod$435.00
Our yellow rods really stick out. That often also goes for the ones who use it. Furthermore, as if the color isn't enough, the Yellow Line Series comes with sweet casting qualities that will make you fish better. The somewhat slower, progressive action gives a rod that is easy to cast with a pleasant feel. You could say that the blank adjusts to your own tempo. The color? Either you think it is a cult thing or you are just brave and smart.

Med Olive$4.49
This unique flash blend has a gel-like translucence, providing your flies with just the right amount of shimmer and movement in the water. Great for tying many fresh- or saltwater flies, Holo Fusion can be incorporated in a fly with other materials or used all on its own. The lifelike glimmer it provides will increase the effectiveness of all patters where it is used!

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