Finding the motivation to fish during winter can be extremely challenging. With temperatures frequently falling below freezing, the prospect of standing in an icy, cold river can be a daunting proposition to any angler. Fortunately, companies like Simms, Smartwool, and Orvis have taken the guesswork out of how to dress […]
Product Spotlight: Abel Vaya Series Fly Reel: The Abel Vaya, aptly named using the Spanish word for “GO,” the Vaya packs quite the punch in a small, high-performance frame. It is ready to “GO” at a moment’s notice, with a range from small creek fishing to light saltwater and everything in-between. I have been fishing this reel for a little bit over […]
Welcome back to our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Part 6. This week we’re talking about fly rods. The quintessential part of fly-fishing! Below you will find our recommendations for Beginner, Mid and Top tiers. Whatever your budget may be. The rods suggested below are also the best bang for […]
This week for our suggested gift for the Fly Fisher in your life, the gift of experience! Our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Part 5. Sometimes its not about the “material” things. Maybe you’re more of the mindful gift giver. The person receiving your gifts enjoys the memories they create. The […]
We may be a Fly Fishing Shop, but we stock a plethora or other items. So here’s our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Part 4 and gifts for the back packing angler. These items are not online, only in store in Kamas, UT. 24oz GeoPress® Purifier Unrivaled Ease, Speed & […]
Stocking stuffers for every level of angler. The fly fishing enthusiasts in your fr-amily will appreciate small tools, supplies, and extras for their fly box and bag, our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide – Part 3. Explore extremely versatile and warm gloves. Delight the loved one who has everything with a multi-use tool […]
There is something about catching a fish with a fly you tied. Do you know someone that likes to tie their own flies? Perhaps that person is you? Whether you’re shopping for a gift for yourself or someone else, don’t fret. We here at Fishwest have your back with […]
It’s that time of year again! Let us help you get ahead of the game. This week we are hitting a broad spectrum of gifts. From the person who has everything to the beginning fly-tying enthusiasts, all the way down to getting the kiddos involved in this glorious hobby! We […]
The Company: “Bajio” pronounced (ba-hee-o) is named after the Spanish word for shallows. Bajio Sunglasses is the brainchild of former Costa Del Mar Marketing executive and fly-fishing industry stalwart, Al Perkinson. With their vast industry experience, they know what’s worked in the past and designed any issues out of their line. […]
The leaves are changing, and the temps are dropping…. Fall is here! For anglers who don’t hang up their gear after Labor Day this means two things. Mornings are chilly, and afternoons tend to be hot. Fall fishing conditions can change as quickly as the moving clouds. Check out our Gearing Up For Fall: Tips & Tricks below to gear up […]
I don’t know what it is about bull trout, but I am fully addicted. It could be their elusive nature, and no, I don’t mean they are hard to catch. What I do mean is they are often hard to find. Once you do find them, it can be a […]
A while back I bought the Loon Outdoors Accessory Fly Tying Tool Kit. I had seen this accessory tool kit and wanted to add a few of the tools that were in that kit. It was a better value to get them all at once rather than individually. After spending […]
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