Tag: gear review

Elm Creek Single Track Mountain Biking
Back in May my buddy Grant asked if I wanted to meet at the Elm Creek Single Track for some mountain biking. He’s invited me out before, but I’ve always been timid (afraid) of going. I wasn’t sure I’d be Read More …

New Reel: Shimano Tranx 400
Picked up a new reel and I’m pretty stoked about it! The Shimano Tranx 400 reel. I’ve never been a fly or die kind of guy, and the bass fishing gear in my car would show you that. That’s just Read More …

Maven Offers 15% Off
Maven offers 15% off of their website through April 30th. If you’re in the market for new optics you should keep Maven on your radar. I own a pair of the C1’s and love them so far. I am far Read More …

Whiskey Leatherworks Bitterroot Wallet
Recently, I picked up a Whiskey Leatherworks Bitterroot Wallet in Indigo Blue. I am a big fan of handmade American gear and always on the lookout for cool and new brands, especially if the makers of that gear also share Read More …

Top 4 Fly Fishing Accessories Under $25
Here’s a list of my Top 4 fly fishing accessories under $25 that are made in the USA. Rising – Work 6″ Pliers: Made in Utah, these have been my go to pair of pliers for the past 2 years Read More …

Fly Tying Season
Snow is now on the ground, and based on the future forecast, it’s not going anywhere. Enter fly tying season…and half assed ice fishing season. I’ll most likely spend more time tying flies than sitting on the ice. I’m really Read More …

LEM Boulevard Bike Helmet
This Summer I plan on riding my bike a lot more. With the more bike riding, I got a new bike helmet from LEM Helmets. One of my plans for this Summer is ride around the Twin Cities, spot fish Read More …

Nautilus Reels Yeti Cooler Review
Last November, I entered a contest on Instagram through Nautilus Reels. The grand prize was a Nautilus Reels branded Yeti Cooler 35, and never did I think I was going to win, but I did! Check out the blog post Read More …

DIY – Line Changer
Who doesn’t love a good DIY! A few months ago I was in need of a way to change the line on my 9/10 reel. I could have bought an already made product, but I just couldn’t bring myself to Read More …

New Grill
My GF and I picked up our new grill right from the Weber Grill plant in Palatine, IL. When we were checking out grills, we both fell in love with the Gourmet Spirit series of Weber Grills. You will see Read More …