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Fly Fishing VestsFly fishing vests are an important piece of equipment. The vests, hip packs, chest packs and bags allow you to mobilize and carry your gear as you move. Spin and bait fisherman typically carry a tackle box and focus on a short stretch of water while fly fishing involves more in the way of aggressive wading and covering ground. The key to a good vest is comfort and storage. The more pockets the better. You do not have to fill the pockets immediately but they will come in handy at some point in time. After all, you will be carrying multiple fly boxes, nippers, forceps, floatant, split shot, leaders, spare spools, maps, lunch, water, spare tires etc. Check out our reviews of different vests, packs and bags that can be carried comfortably all day.Simms makes several different vest styles as well as a variety of hip packs, chest packs and day bags. As with most things under the Simms brand, the products are high quality and designed by fly fisherman. The G3 fly fishing vest is the most advanced and our top pick the company also has a mesh vest and several great models to fit any budget. 
A classic SIMMS vest in action. Patagonia is another leader in fly fishing apparel and they make several quality vests. They also have a vest/pack combination that is worth looking at for long day trips. Patagonia has a strong following as a company and the fact that they are a founding member of 1% for the planet means that a portion of your purchase will be going towards a conservation minded cause. Orvis Vest Orvis has a large selection of vests, packs and combination thereof. As always, their gear is top notch and designed for comfort and function. The company has several unique vest designs that may be worth a closer look for people lookingfor a something to fit different body shapes. They have sling packs, molded foam fly boxes built-in and more... The Columbia fly fishing vest has been around for years and has remained largely unchanged. The vest is popular because it is priced right and has all of the features of more expensive models. It is loaded with pockets and comes in a breathable mesh version as well as solid fabric. Forget modern appeal. Filson has rugged appeal and a great functioning vest. It is also one of the more comfortable models out there. If you don't like the look of their vest, you probably do not belong on the water. Oh yeah, they also make a sweet hip pack with the same rugged appeal. Unlike many of the other companies listed here, the Fishpond brand is one hundred percent dedicated to vests, packs and bags. They present a unique style and exceptional designs. Although the vests and packs look pretty, they are made to withstand years of abuse and they provide easy access to gear and built-in fly boxes. There are only a few out there and they provide a much needed service. Life vests are bulky by nature and cannot be worn at the same time as a vest. The addition of pockets to the exterior of the life vest provides a much needed service for boat fisherman. The vest allow you to carry the necessities and remain safe on your inflatable or in a drift boat. Chest Packs Many anglers enjoy the easy and efficient access to gear provided by a chest pack. Many chest packs can also be integrated into a backpack system for long days and overnight trips. The chest pack does not hold a ton of gear and when it is used alone, it is effective for anglers who like to travel light. This section is dedicated to all of the unique packs out there. Sling packs, shoulder packs and anything unique in the daily gear holding system. Some of these packs are overkill while others provide a unique and attractive option to the more traditional fly fishing vests and packs. Fly Fishing Bags The daily bag has a small following and those who use it, swear by it. The bag is flexible and allows you to store bulk gear easily. Side pockets allow gear separation and it is another option to consider. Check out these bags for day and overnight fishing trips. Leave Fly Fishing Vests and Return to Nomad Fly Fishing Home Check Out Our Fly Fishing Waders Reviews And Our Fly Fishing Nets Read Our Fly Rod Reviews |
