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BOB MARRIOTT'S ANNUAL FLY FAIR -
2008 Vendors & Manufacturers
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Abel -
New! A quick-change spool design has been introduced by the leader of reel manufacturers. They also have new colors and finish options along with
optional accenting machined aluminum handles in new colors. |
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Air-Flo -
They have continued to improve and expand line sizes and tapers in the Ridge Series as well as the low-stretch Sixth Sense series of lines. Air-Flo
is committed to making your spey line selection simpler and having you get the most out of your 2-handed rods.
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Action Optics/Smith -
An interchangeable fishing lens series that is the easiest in the industry to use, is durable and is also stylish.
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Anglers Book Supply -
New books are available for authors to sign. Come on in and have Lefty Kreh, Ken Hanley, Denny Breer, Skip Morris, and more sign your favorite book.
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Bauer -
New sizes and the addition of Splash colors in the Rogue series reels featuring unique a carbon drag system. |
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California Fly Fishing Magazine -
the only magazine dedicated to providing you with thoughtful, informative articles that cover the breadth of
the fly-fishing experience in California, whether angling for trout or for the myriad other species -- warmwater and saltwater included -- found in our waters. |
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Chota -
This company continues to put forward its full line of flyfishing specific wading boots and accessories as well as offering unique
“must-haves” such as lighted hats with different bulbs and ultra-light, very packable rain jackets. |
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Cloudveil -
The widely popular GoreTex wader has undergone a redesign for the feet making them even more comfortable than before and they will
be offering their version of the new Vibram rubber sole in an effort to combat the spread of invasive species in our cherished water systems. |
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Cortland -
Continuing to offer a complete selection of fly lines , with specialties such as the “Sylk” line that are the match for cane rods and
the industry leading “Clear Camo” full intermediate sinking line for demanding stillwater situations. |
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Echo -
New rod lineup for everybody. From new entry level single-hand and 2-handers, price-affable advanced 2-handers from the spey master
Dec Hogan, the SR series of switch rods and the fun,kid-friendly “Gecko”. |
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Ex Officio -
Always a leader in outdoor technical clothing, stop by the booth to see the new advancements, designs and styles for next season.
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Fishpond -
Thriving on creating new products that exceed customer expectations, Fishpond is committed to bringing you cutting edge travel luggage,
tools and accessories. New colors and great new innovations make Fishpond a must see each year.
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Fly Fisherman Magazine -
The leading magazine of
fly fishing – the quite sport. The leading periodical in
the sport providing the best articles, reports and
information directly to your mailbox or inbox.
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FRVC -Fisheries Resource Volunteer Corps -
Working with the Forest Service, FRVC members in Forest Service uniform, patrol streams of the Angeles and San Bernardino National Forests. This
gives a uniformed presence. Members make contact with fishermen and other forest visitors educating them regarding fishing regulations, trash and pollution. Stop in and show
your support for their efforts. |
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Galvan -
Is offering an exciting new model of freshwater reels, the Spoke series, with a sleek design and handsome
colors to compliment today’s lightweight rods being offered. |
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G.Loomis -
They have redesigned their line of rods
have have introduced a couple of new series called
Xperience and Eastfork. |
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Hammerhead -
Find the best retractor accessories for your net, tools and wading staffs.
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Hatch Fly Reels -
A new addition to our store, this a great new reel created for the hardcore and recreational angler alike.
They are dedicated to pioneers and pirates. It’s a brand whose sole focus is on providing the most stylish, high performance fly-fishing reels on the market today.
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Korkers -
New this year, a mono–soled boot is in the lineup to compliment their existing offerings of boots with a unique interchangeable
sole design in order to easily change from a rubber hiking sole to the felt soles needed for wading. |
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Nautilus -
At Nautilus, they have a simple company guideline by what they go by – let the experts do what they know best. That is why they
only thing they produce are top quality reels. All but the bearings, screws and anodizing is done in-house. Bearings are the best that money can buy, screws
and other components the same, and anodizing is performed at several state of the art facilities specializing in anodizing. Stop by and see these beautifully
machined reels and ask them about their titanium drag system. |
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NRS - Northwest River Supply -
A name synonymous with the top of the line inflatable
watercraft, NRS will be displaying their newest model
specifically with the fly fishermen in mind. This is a
fully inflatable, no frame, highly portable and
extremely light weight pontoon boat, all self-contained
in a simple backpack. |
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Okuma -
Offering an inexpensive series of rods, reels and fly boxes for the fly fisherman. See the much talked about Helios fly reel -
Maintenance-free waterproof drag system, multi-disk cork and stainless drag washers, one-way roller bearing. All at an affordable price. |
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Orvis -
Its official – Orvis wins “Best of the Best” fly rods for 2008 by Field & Stream Magazine. We have observed 10-to20-foot distance
gains unfurl within a few casts for almost everyone. A 5-weight feels like a 3-weight; a 10-weight feels like an 8-weight. In the end, we are convinced you get
what you pay for. Stop by and cast the amazing new Helios fly rods, and now for 2009 even more models. |
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Outcast -
In the Fish Cat series, a large, 9’ extremely stable pontoon has been added affording you a comfortable boat with greater weight capacity
and reduced wind resistance. And check out the new single-man pontoon boat that you can stand up on!
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Mustad/Partridge Hooks -
For more than 100 years, Mustad has been known as the
world's largest manufacturer of fish hooks.
Mustad
is renowned as manufacturer of high quality fish hooks
and terminal tackle. And in
keeping with tradition, they have the most comprehensive
selection of hooks for virtually every fly tying need.
And the dependability and product delivery are
legendary. |
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Project Healing Waters Fly FIshing, Inc. -
Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to
the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled
active duty military personnel and veterans through fly
fishing and fly tying education and outings.
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R.L. Winston -
Expanded line weights and lengths will be available in the wildly popular Boron II MX series this year. This is a series of rods that
are truly fast action and are also extremely light weight! The Boron II MX is the rod for sinking lines, large flies and saltwater conditions.
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Redington -
Two new series of rods ranging from single hand 2 & 4 piece models, two different series of switch rods, spey rods and a newly
designed fully machined aluminum reel in 3 colors. |
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Rio -
The entire saltwater series of lines have undergone a major taper and formulation overhaul, including the addition of their XS (Exstream Slickness) and Agent X technology. Come see and try
out on our casting pond what is now the best casting, highest floating and longest wearing saltwater lines available. |
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Sage -
Wow! Sage has made an amazing splash this season with a full lineup of 8 families of reels you’ll have to see to believe. Almost overshadowed by
the reel introduction is the 2 new series of rods being offered, the “reach-the-other-side-of-the-river” canons, the TCX and the new moderately priced Flight. Both will be strung
up and ready to be cast on our outdoor pond along with the full line of fantastic Sage rods. Don’t forget to check out the new Bluegill rod in the Bass line.
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Scientific Anglers -
You have probably heard (about) the new Sharkskin lines. This new technology takes fly lines to a whole new performance level. You will not
believe how it casts and floats. These lines have been designed to be the longest casting and lasting line on the market today. If you are looking for a line that breaks
the water surface tension easily and screams through the guides, then take a look at this line. New tapers and expanded offerings are new for 2009. Come by and cast one.
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Scott -
They have a great new series of medium-fast action affordable rods called the A3. These rods reinterpret Scott’s take on high performance rods for
fish bums everywhere. You can meet any challenge with a Scott A3. Rods are designed to perform on any water, in any conditions. Try one out on our cast pond. |
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Simms -
Maybe the biggest news in the fishing industry this year will be the concerted effort being placed on the complete elimination of felt soles on
wading boots in the near future. Come check out the new direction that wading will be taking and Simms’s exciting new product that will be available at the first of the year.
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StreamWorks, Inc. -
Manufacturers of a line of innovative accessory products
for the fly fishing market, as well as the HatTail®
Headwear brand which is a line of unique headwear that
provides patented functionality and comfort. The
product line is anchored by unique patented technologies
combined with good old common sense to make fly fishing,
general sport fishing and active outdoor activities
easier to enjoy.
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Temple Fork Outfitters -
Armed with a lifetime passion for flyfishing, TFO set out to establish a new standard of value for fly rods. They have relied on their own
experience and advice of many professionals in creating what some believe is the perfect marriage - price and performance. Sound too good to be true? Stop by the booth,
cast one and you be the judge. |
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Tibor -
The very classic looking and high performing spey reel is the new offering from Tibor this season. In a very warm moss green and accented
with engravings of traditional Celtic symbols and beautiful steelhead. Built on the same frame as the Gulfstream but offering increased capacity for large spey lines. |
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Waterworks/Lamson -
Debuting at the Fly Fair, the new Vanquish series of high end saltwater reels will begin their place in history alongside the heavy hitters
in this league. A new, fully-machined entry level reel will now be offered in sizes ranging from small trout to salmon and light saltwater species.
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William Joseph -
The products you will see in their booth represent the absolute best that is currently capable of being produced. These new products
are the culmination of many years of intense work to try and bring to market equipment that makes you more organized, more comfortable and most importantly a more
effective angler. Check out the new colors and styles and different new pieces they have to offer in packs and accessories.
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