One of the best ways to spend an evening at a lakeside campsite is with a rod in hand, tossing a couple flies toward the ripples bubbling up on the water’s surface. It’s a quiet way to pass the time, ...

I’m not a hiker, and you won’t find me going up the trail just for the fun of it. But I will make an exception if the hike leads to a body of water with fish in it. If that’s the case, then I’m ...

I put a lot of fly fishing gear through its paces every year, and this list highlights the standouts. The packs were tested in varied and sometimes harsh conditions. Just how we like to fish them. My ...

Accessing gear from the swing pod. Accessing gear from the swing pod. Perfect for fly fishing, photography, and outdoor adventures, this versatile pack is the ideal companion for outdoor enthusiasts ...

The good thing about backpack fly fishing is that I can openly divulge my favorite areas without worrying that huge crowds will show up, because few people are ambitious enough to give it a try. When ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Sling packs, hip packs, chest packs, and even backpacks designed for fishing have ...