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Explorer Tackle Stainless Steel Double Sleeves Crimper is a tool for crimping double sleeves (or crimping tubes) to make shock-tippets in fluorocarbon, nylon-coated steel or titanium wire for fly fishing for freshwater carnivores (pike, musky, wels catfish, etc.) and saltwater carnivores (jacks, red carp, etc.)To produce particularly accurate, precise and...
Explorer Tackle Precision Stainless Steel 7.5” Pliers are CNC machined stainless steel multi-purpose fishing pliers.Ideal for both fresh and saltwater predatory species fly fishing.Line-cutter for shock-tippet line: thick fluorocarbon, nylon coated wire or titanium.My professional and personal choice as fly fishing guide for pike and in saltwater.
Accessories
Explorer Tackle Line Dragger
The Line Dragger from Explorer Tackle is a tool for tightening knots without hurting your hands.The skin lesions generated by the tightening of knots are often long to heal, especially when operating in marine environment.Ideal for the construction of predatory and saltwater leaders, both temperate and tropical waters.Allows for optimal tightening of...
Saltwater fly hooks
Gamakatsu F314 Saltwater Fly Hooks
One of the most used hook for predator flies all kind of sea trout patterns like shrimp. Ultra sharp hook!The Gamakatsu F314 is a long shank hook with a wide opening, straight gap and slightly turned in point.Gamakatsu F314 hooks have an incredible bite and a stealthy black nickel finish.They have a bend and shank perfectly suited to tying pike and...
Saltwater fly hooks
Gamakatsu SS15/T Saltwater Fly Hooks
A standard size hook for inshore and surface patterns, the Gamakatsu SS15/T saltwater fly hook is a great all around hook for streamers, inshore patterns and surface flies.
It’s a standard shank so most classic patterns work well on it.Super sharp point needs no sharpening out of the pack. A superb hook to tie sea trout flies, one of the most suitable on...
Saltwater fly hooks
Gamakatsu SC15 Saltwater Fly Hook
Wipe gap for better staying power. The Gamakatsu SC15 saltwater fly hook is a short shank, wipe gap hook with a super sticky point.The shank length works well on hi-tie style baitfish patterns like the Runar's Deceiver.The smaller sizes are great for small streamers for Trout.The Gamakatsu SC15 also works well as a tube-fly trailer.
Saltwater fly hooks
SL-12S Gamakatsu Saltwater Fly Hooks
The SL-12S from Gamakatsu is a big game, short shank hook to be used when a little extra stoutness is needed.Ultra sharp and resistant to marine corrosion, it is THE reference for tying flies for big saltwater fish.It is logically recommended by most saltwater fly fishing guides.Worried about hooks opening? No risk with the SL-12SMy choice of professional...
Revivex Pro Cleaner makes it easy to wash technical jackets, waders, Gore-Tex fly fishing vests, ski pants, tents and sleeping bags.The gentle formula is designed to clean GORE-TEX© products, synthetic insulation, and synthetic fabrics safely and effectively.Unlike regular laundry detergent, this specialized liquid cleaner leaves no residue behind and...
Restore the DWR coating on GORE-TEX® jackets and waterproof-breathable outerwear with Gear Aid Revivex Durable Water Repellent.Over time, DWR (durable water repellency) on technical gear wears off, and the fabric gets dirty and absorbs water.Regular reproofing treatment of rainwear, soft shells, ski pants, and GORE-TEX jackets is highly recommended to...
Need a fast fix for torn gear?
Use Gear Aid Cure Accelerator X (formerly Cotol-240) to quickly tackle rips and tears in waders, wetsuits and muckboots.It works with Aquasure® FD, SR and Seam Grip WP to speed up tack time to 15 minutes and cure time to within 4 hours.
For a speedy solution to gear failures, use Cure Accelerator X with Aquasure® and Seam...
Fix footwear permanently at home or in the field with Aquasure SR.Formerly known as Freesole, this shoe repair adhesive is waterproof and dries as a clear, flexible glue that lasts for years.With just one small 28 g tube, easily complete a boot repair, create durable toe protectors, and rebuild worn heels. Unaffected by heat or cold, make heavy duty shoe...
The Monomaster is a nifty little eco-friendly gadget designed to store waste nylon monofilament and other fishing line.It stores pieces of used line out of harm’s way and thus keeps both the environment and your vest pockets and tackle boxes clean and tidy.No more nasty surprises in your washing machine, either!
Fly line care
Combo RestoreLine ReLine™ & ReLoop™
Heat shrink, peel, restore your fly line! We’ve all been there Wrapped around a tree. Snagged on a rock. Stepped on. A damaged fly line can ruin your day. Casts are hard and accuracy impossible. ReLine™ and ReLOOP™ from RestorLine are quick fix, fly line repair solutions to restore your line to factory grade so you’re back to fishing with confidence....
Fly line care
RestoreLine ReLoop™
Finally, a true fly line fix Heat shrink, peel, restore your fly line!We’ve all been there Wrapped around a tree. Snagged on a rock. Stepped on. A damaged fly line can ruin your day. Casts are hard and accuracy impossible. ReLine™ and ReLOOP™ from RestorLine are quick fix, fly line repair solutions to restore your line to factory grade so you’re back to...
Fly line care
RestoreLine ReLine™
Heat shrink, peel, restore your fly line! We’ve all been there Wrapped around a tree. Snagged on a rock. Stepped on. A damaged fly line can ruin your day. Casts are hard and accuracy impossible. ReLine™ and ReLOOP™ from RestorLine are quick fix, fly line repair solutions to restore your line to factory grade so you’re back to fishing with confidence....
More than a gadget, an essential accessory that saves precious time and protects mounted rods: there is nothing more dangerous for a mounted rod (or unfolded out of its tube) than the cabin or the trunk of a vehicle...I use the Rodmounts Sumo Suction Mount Rod Carrier as a professional fishing guide, sometimes with up to 8 rods.
I have never had a rod...
Smith Creek’s FlyVue™ is a premium-quality chest pack system that is loaded with smart features. If you have ever struggled to tie fine gauge tippet line while out on the water, FlyVue can help (even if your eyes are fine and you don’t wear glasses).FlyVue’s integrated 3X Fresnel magnifier gives you a generous field of view to tie even the smallest of...
NEW FOR 2025
The Smith Creek Rod Clip+™ is based on our classic Rod Clip, but adds a second, alternative attachment method via a sturdy zinc carabiner. Rod Clip+ frees up your hands to tie on a fly or show off that trophy fish you've just landed. Our patented fishing rod clips hold your fly rod securely and out of the way, keeping it from being accidently...
Accessories
Smith Creek Rod Clip™ with zinger
Smith Creek Rod Clip™ with zinger is a very practical accessory that allows you to have your hands free, even in the middle of the river, and avoids the inconvenience potentially generated by a rod placed on the ground or stuck under your arm or between your legs.My personal choice as a professional fly fishing guide