The Vail Valley has been wetter Long term forecast is calling for above average precipitation throughout the fall. As the temperatures fall of the valley the rain will turn to snow. Fly fishermen will retreat indoors leaving well equipped anglers on the water, the determined. These anglers know that the days occur in the weather, even when everybody else is inside. The foundation for not tolerating weather but flourishing in it is. Maintaining an angler dry and warm enables fish to fly when precipitation, and the wind blows comes in the form of snow, sleet and rain. This isn’t a place for an angler to attempt and cut corners and save a few bucks. There are fly fishing coat options and, initially, finding the proper one can be overwhelming. As guide and a gear tester, I have noticed that attributes and some attribute matter over others. Through time I have found that nothing beats on a durable breathable outer layer when trout is being chased by me.
The Patagonia River Salt Jacket
Made with Patagonia’s 4 layer wader fabric, this is definitely their harsh weather fishing coat. With features like water resistant fly box pockets and water wrist cuffs, this jacket is ready for the worst that Mother Nature provides. The fleece lined chest pockets are an excellent place to keep a couple hand warmers for a break. With their Ironclad Guarantee, the River Salt comes like most of Patagonia products.
The Simms G4 Pro Jacket
This best fishing rain gear is loaded with features. With seven storage pockets and two hand warmer pockets, it can take care of all the equipment a guide needs for any fishing situation. The G4 Guru is the sole Simms jacket with water resistant pit zips for this long hike into another spot or when it is your turn. It is made with 3 layers Gore-Tex Guru Shell fabric, the fabric Gore offers. You need the best if you want to fish in the weather protection. In Vail Valley Anglers weather gear that holds up to the conditions we find throughout the year on the rivers is carried by us. Both of these coats have set the standard for weather Protection for anglers and guides, and have stood up to years of abuse. Be certain you stop before making your selection, to try. There many rain coats will perform during inclement weather. An outer layer that keeps the elements out and fits nicely is an invaluable tool for the fly fisherman who would like to pursue a lifetime’s fish once the weather turns foul.
