Fly Fishing Gear for Beginners
Everything a beginning fly fisher needs to get started with complete fly fishing outfit packages, beginner fly selections, and essential accessories chosen by RIGS guides for new anglers. Ideal for lessons, first trips, and gifting. RIGS has been introducing anglers to fly fishing in Colorado since 2001.
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Air-Lock Foam Indicator
Air-Lock Foam Indicator
The newer Air-Lock Foam Indicator is the same amazing indicator attachment that leaves zero kinks in your leader but with an new and improved float.
$8.99

Cling Mag Grab Mini
Cling Mag Grab Mini
The Mag Grab™ Mini combines a sleek modern design with stunning engravings and a high-strength magnet that securely holds over a dozen flies or essential tools like forceps, nippers, and pliers for quick, easy access.
$19.99

Curtis Creek Manifesto - Illustrated Book by Sheridan Anderson
Curtis Creek Manifesto - Illustrated Book by Sheridan Anderson
The best-selling beginner's guide! Laced with hundreds of illustrations which are as entertaining and humorous as they are instructional. This book covers everything the neophyte needs to know. 8.5x11 inches, 48 pages.
$14.95

Fish Target Chinook Salmon
Fish Target Chinook Salmon
FishTargets Chinook Salmon — a 4" × 20" realistic casting target with 4 included flies/hooks. Durable polyester, indoors or outdoors use, ideal for casting practice, catch-and-release training, or salmon fans.
$24.95

Fishpond Arrowhead Retractor -
Fishpond Arrowhead Retractor -
The Fishpond Arrowhead Retractor just might be the most purposeful and useful tool for any angler. Hand-crafted in Colorado.
$34.95

Fishpond Floatant Bottle Holder -
Fishpond Floatant Bottle Holder -
The Fishpond Floatant Bottle Holder helps prevent loss or misplacement by giving you a secure, stretchable elastic holder with a quick clip that hooks up to any D-ring or cord loop on your fly fishing vest or pack.
$9.95

Fishpond Fly Puck - Baja Blue
Fishpond Fly Puck - Baja Blue
Keep everything organized and available for easy access on the water
$5.95

Fishpond FlyLite Women's Vest
Fishpond FlyLite Women's Vest
Reimagine how you carry gear with the Flylite Women's Vest—lightweight, 15 pockets, magnetic closure, adjustable fit, breathable mesh, and tool-ready. Designed by women for performance, with eco-conscious materials and seamless pack compatibility.
$169.95

Fishpond PIOPOD Microtrash Container
Fishpond PIOPOD Microtrash Container
Help keep our beloved waterways trash-free. At Fishpond, they believe in the “ripple effect” — responsible stewardship of the environment, where every small act counts, and we do too.
$14.95

Fishpond QuickShot Rod Holder 2.0
Fishpond QuickShot Rod Holder 2.0
A Fishpond Quickshot Rod Holder 2.0 is the closest thing to having a full time rod caddie on the water with you.
$29.95

Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack -
Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack -
The Fishpond San Juan Vertical Chest Pack is for the angler who likes to travel light. You can eliminate all but the basics and feel comfortable you still have everything you need.
$49.95

Fishpond Summit Sling - 2.0
Fishpond Summit Sling - 2.0
Fishpond's most popular sling pack just got better. The most comfortable and design-rich sling available today, the Summit Sling 2.0 offers all the features you expect from a technical sling, and more.
$119.95

Frog's Fanny Powder Floatant w/Brush
Frog's Fanny Powder Floatant w/Brush
Frog's Fanny Floatant may be the best you'll ever use! This excellent powder floatant w/ brush is well known for bringing waterlogged dry flies back to life. It also creates realistic air bubbles on wet flies and emergers.
$6.99

Handpicked Fly Selection
Handpicked Fly Selection
A hand picked selection of our top flies, tailored to each order. As hatches and fishing conditions change throughout the year so does the selection. Just put in the notes when and where you're fishing and we will select the best patterns. *Online only*
$35.95

Headgate Tippet Holder - Lichen
Headgate Tippet Holder - Lichen
The Fishpond Headgate Tippet Holder keeps tippet organized and features a built in cutting blade for ultimate convenience.
$22.95

Koala 2.0 Super-Grip Smartphone Harness
Koala 2.0 Super-Grip Smartphone Harness
Easy to attach, stretches up to 3 feet, and camera friendly. Experience worry free adventures.
$34.50

Loon Outdoors Aquel - Premium Floatant
Loon Outdoors Aquel - Premium Floatant
Loon Aquel is a top-selling silicone floatant by Loon Outdoors.
$6.50

OROS 3 Pack Strike Indictors
OROS 3 Pack Strike Indictors
Oros strike indicators eliminate common indicator pain points. There are no small parts to fumble and lose. It’s streamlined design is centered on the line for balanced casting. There is no exposed fastening hardware or posts sticking out to create drag.
$11.25

Oros 6-Pack Tin Multi Color/Size Variety Pack
Oros 6-Pack Tin Multi Color/Size Variety Pack
Upgrade your fishing game with Oros for effortless, efficient strike detection! Oros strike indicators eliminate common frustrations while fishing, offering a hassle-free, high-performance design.
$22.50

Orvis Clearwater Outfit -
Orvis Clearwater Outfit -
Hands down the best fly rod you can buy for the money, this well-appointed series includes rods to cover every trout angler.
$479.00

Orvis Clearwater Rod -
Orvis Clearwater Rod -
Hands down the best fly rod you can buy for the money, this well-appointed series includes rods to cover every angler in every scenario.
$298.00

Orvis Encounter Outfit -
Orvis Encounter Outfit -
Experience unmatched performance and affordability with the "ready to fish" Encounter Fly Rod Outfit.
$298.00

Orvis Encounter Rod
Orvis Encounter Rod
From newcomers to experts, Orvis Encounter Fly Rods deliver advanced rod design and a smooth, responsive performance—all at an affordable price. These four-piece rods feature a full wells grip and come packaged in a durable, nylon-covered rod tube.
$198.00

Orvis Mighty-Mite Youth Fly Rod
Orvis Mighty-Mite Youth Fly Rod
The Orvis Encounter Mighty-Mite Fly Rod Outfit is built for beginners with smaller hands and big goals. This 8' 5-wt. setup offers top-tier design, performance, and value, with a downsized EVA handle and extended butt for confident, comfortable casting.
$279.00

Orvis Mini Sling -
Orvis Mini Sling -
The Orvis Mini Sling Pack is the perfect compact kit for light tackle days on the water.
$98.00

Patagonia Headwaters: The Adventures, Obsession, and Evolution of a Fly Fisherman (by Dylan Tomine)
Patagonia Headwaters: The Adventures, Obsession, and Evolution of a Fly Fisherman (by Dylan Tomine)
Christmas Island. The Russian Arctic. Argentine Patagonia. Japan. Cuba. British Columbia. Dylan Tomine takes us to the far reaches of the planet in search of fish and adventure, with keen insight, a strong stomach and plenty of laughs along the way.
$27.95
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Patagonia Stealth Pack Vest
Patagonia Stealth Pack Vest
The Patagonia Stealth Pack Vest features a lightweight Stealth fabric package & an ingenious suspension system that delivers an athletic fit & balanced carrying.
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$138.99

Patagonia Sun Gloves
Patagonia Sun Gloves
Keeping the sun off your hands shouldn't feel like wearing oven mitts. Patagonia's Sun Gloves provide all the protection you need from the elements, without hindering rod feel or dexterity when handling lines or tying flies.
$39.00

RIGS Zinger Retractor
RIGS Zinger Retractor
The RIGS Logo'd Zinger Retractor will stay connected to your net, forceps, nippers and many other necessities while on the water.
$6.25

Rio Headgate With 2X-6X Powerflex Tippet
Rio Headgate With 2X-6X Powerflex Tippet
RIO has teamed up with Fishpond to offer the perfect bundle to attach to your vest or bag. And it comes fully loaded!
$44.99

Rio Premier Gold
Rio Premier Gold
Rio Gold Premier, the ultimate, all-around fly line with ultra-slick performance. Great all around fly line with long head for ultimate casting control.
$99.99

SA Absolute Trout Leader
SA Absolute Trout Leader
Absolute leaders are made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength.
$19.95

SA Absolute Trout Tippet
SA Absolute Trout Tippet
Absolute Tippet is made with proprietary copolymer blends that are designed to drastically reduce water absorption while maintaining an optimal suppleness for high knot strength.
$8.95

Sage Foundation Outfit
Sage Foundation Outfit
Whether a guide or a beginner, the SAGE FOUNDATION series delivers their signature fly rod feel of fast action, performance and versatility. This series offers everything from the perfect rod for small creek trout fishing to big river or bass fishing.
$695.00

Simms Flyweight Vest Pack
Simms Flyweight Vest Pack
Elevate your on-water performance with the fast and light Flyweight Vest Pack.
$199.95

Simms Men's Freestone Z Stockingfoot Wader
Simms Men's Freestone Z Stockingfoot Wader
Loaded with smart features and built for years of abuse, breathable, mobility-friendly Freestone Z Stockingfoot waders come equipped with a convenient zippered construction for easy on/off and quick relief when nature comes knocking.
$549.95

Simms Men's Tributary Wader Stockingfoot
Simms Men's Tributary Wader Stockingfoot
The best value in wading, the Tributary collection from Simms features every ounce of Simms high-performing wader DNA in an affordable package
$279.95

Simms Women's Freestone Boot Slate
Simms Women's Freestone Boot Slate
Simms Women's Freestone Wading Boot. Defined by proven support, determined traction and rugged durability, the time-tested Women's Freestone® Boot powers through a full range of wading conditions.
$229.95

Simms Women's Freestone Wader Stockingfoot
Simms Women's Freestone Wader Stockingfoot
Women's specific fit and patterning make Simms Freestone® Stockingfoot waders the go-to choice for female anglers who want a determined, high-performance daily driver infused with decades of Simms wader DNA.
$449.95

Smith Creek Rod Clip
Smith Creek Rod Clip
The Smith Creek Rod Clip is a light weight, small rod holder that holds your rod securely and out of the way to leave your hands free.
$24.95

Suncloud Suspect -
Suncloud Suspect -
Demanded by those who live life on the go, the Suncloud Suspect sunglasses are perfect for any adventure.
$59.95

TMC Shimazaki Dry Shake
TMC Shimazaki Dry Shake
The Tiemco Shimazaki Dry Shake is great for drying and reconditioning dry flies from Rouge Foam Stones to Griffith's Gnats.
$14.99

Tie-Fast Knot Tyer - Silver
Tie-Fast Knot Tyer - Silver
The original TIE-FAST KNOT TYER makes tying multiple knots fast and easy.
$12.99

Umpqua RiverRun Nip W/Lanyard
Umpqua RiverRun Nip W/Lanyard
With an adjustable lanyard for easy access, these Umpqua RiverRun nippers bring next-level convenience to every fishing trip.
$24.99

Umpqua Rivergrip Precision Series Zinger/Clamp/Nipper
Umpqua Rivergrip Precision Series Zinger/Clamp/Nipper
A simple combination of the most essential tools you need on the water.
$28.99

Umpqua Zinger - S
Umpqua Zinger - S
Tired of losing your fishing gear? This retractor makes it easy to clip gear to your vest or pack making it ready to use and hassle free.
$16.49

Yakoda Lanyard -
Yakoda Lanyard -
Keep one of your most important tools at close access with the Yakoda Supply Nipper Lanyard.
$24.00




