The fly tackle world has a new brand – US-based Skwala – that says it is determined to push the limits of fly fishing apparel.
Skwala, based in the heart of fly fishing in southwest Montana, is being spearheaded by founder Kevin Sloan, who led the Sitka Gear business for nearly a decade.
The fly fishing industry gathered in Salt Lake City, USA this week for the return of the IFTD (International Fly Tackle Dealer) Show.
The event brought companies together to talk business, connect, network, showcase the latest products and honour those whose work has helped fly fishing.
Around 100 professional and amateur fly tyers – among the best the world has to offer at turning feathers, fur and foam into fish-catching lures – are scheduled for demonstrations, seminars and individual instruction at the 34th annual International Fly Tying Symposium in New Jersey in November.
Canadian fly tying material manufacturer UNI Products is celebrating after one of its products was selected as a top pick in an annual round up of the best gear.
Backed by some of the most experienced professionals in the business, Catch Fly Fishing Partners has been launched as a European fly-fishing distributor to challenge the status quo.
After 27 years of working together, Russian tackle distributor Lotta-Olt and US-based eyewear manufacturer, Flying Fisherman, have signed an exclusive distribution agreement expanding Lotta-Olt’s territory to all of Russia.
UK-based Strike Footwear marked its role as an official partner of the International Game Fish Association at the IGFA’s Jebel Sifah International Fishing Championship held in Oman at the start of October.
Pierre Bronsgeest, former editor-in-chief of Beet magazine in the Benelux, has passed away at the age of 69, writes Rudy van Duijnhoven, who said the shockwaves of his sudden death have been rolling across social media.
Shimano’s chairman emeritus, Mr Yoshizo Shimano – who led the company as president and then chairman from 1995 until 2012 – has passed away from chronic heart failure at the age of 85.
In what it describes as a cooperative and strategic agreement, Foundation Outdoor Group has acquired Flex Coat Company, the Texas-based rod building supply manufacturer, ensuring the business stays in the USA.
Brook Oliva, Foundation Outdoor Group and Mud Hole Custom Tackle president and chief operating officer has been appointed to Coastal Conservation Association Florida’s management committee.
Foundation Outdoor Group officials, family and friends were in attendance for the dedication of the Curt Baker Memorial Education Center at the company’s Florida, USA headquarters.
