There’s no shortage of Christmas-season gift guides out there for fly anglers, and most of them have one or two good ideas. But they’re often full of high-dollar items like new rods and reels, or niche products that most anglers would rather pick for themselves.
I’ll keep things simple with a list of a few gifts that every angler will love. Whether you’re a spouse, friend, or family member looking to gift a fly angler something, these items will hit the mark, even if you don’t know the first thing about fly fishing.
Scientific Anglers Leader Assortment
There’s probably not an angler out there who feels they have enough leader or tippet. A few packs of these leaders are a great gift because it’s terminal tackle we’re consistently going through. Buying them in bundles is a great way to save, and you’re left with a few different sizes, as well. At $19.95 per pack, a few can be great for stocking stuffers.
Loon Lochsa Floatant
Loon Lochsa is my favorite gel floatant, and every fly angler will love some of this in their stocking (unless they never use dry flies). This stuff lasts long, works with CDC, and doesn’t break the bank. Like leaders, it’s another product we’re consistently using, so getting a refill around Christmas is a great way to start off the next season of throwing dry flies.
Riversmith Gear Roll
The Gear Roll is my favorite carry-it-all gear pack that I’ve ever used. Its innovative design, paired with tons of storage, makes it the go-to whenever I’m headed on a trip. I’ve hauled this thing from Alaska to Colorado, and it’s great to have a place to hang up boots and waders after a long, wet day chasing fish. This is a pricier option, but it’s a present just about any angler would love.
Finally, if you’re really at a loss as to what to get that fly angler in your life, a gift card to the local fly shop is always a good idea. That way, they can pick out their next rod, reel, set of waders, fishing shirt, or all the other gear that’s a bit too personal to buy for anyone as a present.