Published September 1, 2019 12:00AM
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The Women's Fly-Fishing Gear We Loved This Fall
Upgrade your kit with well-made essentials
We tested women's fishing gear to upgrade your kit. (Photo: Inga Hendrickson)
Women’s Kit
Orvis Mirage LT IV Reel ($429)
The sealed-carbon drag system on the Mirage LT is so smooth, you’ll have to face the fact that you lost that trout on your own.
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Voormi Thermal II Quarter-Zip ($129)
Made with merino wool, the Thermal II is a base layer that keeps you warm even when it gets wet.
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Art 4 All Fish Print Beanie ($24)
Featuring a design by artist Abby Paffrath, this hat is knit with a cozy and soft wool blend.
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Columbia Hillsdale Spring Reversible Jacket ($140)
The Hillsdale fits like a waterproof-breathable second skin. Stretchy polyester hugs your body and won’t creep up, keeping cold blasts from hitting your back while you’re perfecting that D-loop.
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Redington Sonic-Pro Waders ($300)
There are a lot of great women’s waders on the market. These top the list because of their durability and no-nonsense performance. They’re also flattering, easy to get on and off, and so breathable you’ll forget you’re wearing them.
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Matador Freerain24 2.0 Pack ($65)
This waterproof hauler is the perfect companion for a traveling angler. It packs down to the size of a burrito, weighs only 6.6 ounces, and holds all the necessities while you’re on the water.
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Patagonia x Danner Foot Tractor Wading Boots ($499)
These boots, jointly developed by Patagonia and Danner, are as comfortable out of the box as your favorite worn-in hikers and built to last for decades. They’re also wide, so you feel stabler on your feet, and the stitch-down construction means they can be resoled when the time comes.
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Rio DirectCore Flats Pro Line ($120)
This may be the perfect saltwater fly line. It retains its stiffness in muggy heat, lies flat on the water without curling, and has three distance-marking colors.
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Costa WaterWoman Sunglasses ($209)
Good luck casting for fish you can’t see. The WaterWoman fits nicely under the brim of a hat, and the lenses reduce glare so you have an easier time spotting your target.
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Sage Spectrum Max Reel ($500)
No more guessing where you set your drag in the middle of fighting a saltwater game fish. The Spectrum Max’s easily visible numbers tell you at a glance.
