Fly fishing is a popular pastime around the world — an excellent way to relax in nature and a challenging sport that requires the right equipment. Along with rods, reels, and lines, there are numerous accessories that make your experience more comfortable and enjoyable.
Waders and boots: Waders are waterproof overalls that allow anglers to wade into the water and get closer to fish. Boots provide grip and support when wading. Choose soles — felt, rubber, or studded — that match your waders and conditions.
Fly Boxes: Containers that hold and organize your flies. Available in waterproof versions and clear plastic styles that let you see your flies without opening the box.
Fishing Vest: Provides extra storage with numerous pockets for fly boxes, tippets, leaders, and accessories.
Polarized Sunglasses: Critical for seeing through the water and spotting fish. They reduce glare and improve visibility. Choose lenses with 100% UV protection.
Fly Line Cleaner: Removes dirt, debris, and algae from your fly line, making it more durable and easier to cast.
Forceps: Small pliers that help remove hooks from fish and tie knots. Choose forceps with a non-slip grip.
Nippers: Small cutting tools for trimming line and leaders. A sharp blade that cuts monofilament, fluorocarbon, and braided lines.
Landing Net: Essential for catch-and-release. A mesh net prevents fish from slipping away while a long handle lets you reach fish in deeper water.
And #1 Among Essential Fly Fishing Gear Accessories: Fly-On Wrist Band™
The fly fishing essential you never knew you needed and the most perfect of fly fishing gifts! The Fly-On Wrist Band™ from Creek Dancer Trading Company is a great complement to your fly box and an excellent place to keep extra fishing flies.
Simply snap Fly-On Wrist Band around your wrist and stick your essential flies into the silicone keeper fly patch. The super-strong magnetic buckles make one-hand application easy. Use it once, and you will never want to be without it again.