Category: Blog

  • A Review of the Simms Flats Sneaker

    A Review of the Simms Flats Sneaker

    Many of the most rewarding flats missions involve little more than an ankle-deep stroll on an incoming tide. There you’ll find numerous underwater microenvironments: from white sand to coral, volcanic rock, and lemon shark infested turtle grass. But no matter where your feet land the Flats Sneaker keeps you within casting range, with over-the-ankle coverage…

  • Rio launches new InTouch series of fly lines

    Rio launches new InTouch series of fly lines

    Rio InTouch Gold Fly Line Available in August. The ultimate, all-round fly line, with ultra-low stretch performance. The InTouch RIO Gold has a taper design that gives incredible loop stability at distance and a front taper that delivers perfect presentation of flies between sizes #2 and #22. The ultra-low stretch ConnectCore provides groundbreaking levels of…

  • A Review of the Simms 2014 G3 Guide Boot

    A Review of the Simms 2014 G3 Guide Boot

    Simms’ G3 Guide™ Boot has blazed more miles than any other wading boot in existence—and it’s just warming up. Advancements to this year’s incarnation include the guide-approved performance of a RiverTread™ platform featuring proprioception, which minimizes rigid underfoot materials for enhanced feel whether on the trail or in the water. Vibram® IdroGrip outsoles add to this…

  • A Review of the Simms Vapor Wading Boot

    A Review of the Simms Vapor Wading Boot

    From high-elevation rivulets to coring into no-man’s land with nothing but bear mace and Ramen noodle rations, Simms’ new Vapor Boot gets you into the thick of it—faster. Its lightweight, minimalist design is maximized by a VaporTread™ platform/4.0mm Vibram® MegaGrip rubber outsole that effectively bridges the worlds of superior hiking speeds and traction-enhanced wading performance. Features…

  • Semi crashes, spills industrial soap in Blackfoot

    Semi crashes, spills industrial soap in Blackfoot

        BONNER, Mont. (AP) — A semi tractor-trailer crashed on Montana Highway 200 about two miles east of Bonner, spilling chemicals used to make industrial soap into the Blackfoot River. The driver told the Montana Highway Patrol his right front tire blew as he was rounding a corner at about 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. The…

  • A Revew of the Simms Rivershed Boot

    A Revew of the Simms Rivershed Boot

      Description Hell hath no furry like a river scorned. And with the easy-cleaning capabilities of this Cleanstream™inspired boot it takes little more than a quick rinse and scrub to keep the AIS demons at bay. Housed in a full perimeter of burly rubber, Riversheds™ fuse the exceptional support and durability of a true hiker,…

  • A Review of the Simms G4 BOA Wading Boot

    A Review of the Simms G4 BOA Wading Boot

    Step into Simms’ G4 Boa® Boot and elevate your fishing experience thanks to an asymmetrical Boa® system that delivers an articulated, secure fit over and across the instep. Underneath the G4 chassis you’ll find an advanced RiverTread™ platform that minimizes rigid materials in exchange for maximized proprioception—your ability to feel and adapt to an ever-changing…

  • THANKS!!!!! Missoula

    THANKS!!!!! Missoula

    Thank you Missoula for making us your fly shop again this year!  We really do love what we do here, sharing our passion for fish on the fly.  Congratulations, too, to Stacy Jennings for winning fly fishing guide of the year for the 8th time!  Whether you know Stacy through here wildly popular annual Women’s…

  • A review of the Simms Rock Creek Wading Boot

    A review of the Simms Rock Creek Wading Boot

      Description Rock Creeks are a dime a dozen across the West. But Montana’s version is the gold standard, cutting through the Sapphire and Garnet mountains and crawling with thick trout and ultra-slick wading opportunities. Simms’ Rock Creek Boot, with a full-length retention plate for HardBite™ studs, is the solution to stomping out the slip…

  • A review of the Simms Story Work Pant

    A review of the Simms Story Work Pant

      Simms Story Work Pants feature articulated knees and abrasion resistant design.   Rear hem overlay panel for abrasion resistance & durability Articulated knees Two jean-style slash hand pockets Two back pockets Metal rivet details Fabric Tech: 60% Cotton, 40% Polyester Approx Weight: 15.2 oz. Traditional Fit Sizes: M(32-34), L(34-36), XL(36-38), XXL(38-40) For more info…