Leland on the Simms Freestone Vest
If you're looking for a quality fly vest at a reasonable price, you've just found it. The Simms Freestone Vest is loaded with features to comfortably carry and organize all your gear and gadgets on-stream. Durable nylon fabric, quality zippers and closures and the typical high quality construction found in all Simms vests means that your Freestone Vest will be a trusty companion for years to come. So load it up and head on out for the evening rise.
Leland on Specifications
The Simms Freestone is a great value in a high quality, comfortable, and well constructed fly vest. Eleven pockets keep all your stuff secure and well organized, with outside Velcro pockets for quick access and internal zippered pockets for security. The rib knit collar is comfy against your neck and the quick dry mesh lining affords good ventilation, even when you hike in to that backcountry stream. The neutral Gunmetal Gray color of the Freestone Vest blends in well with the background so you can get closer to the fish, and a wide range of sizes from S to XXL will fit a wide variety of anglers. Many folks think that trout are the best fish to catch on a fly. And most fly fishing guides think that Simms makes the best fly vests.
Specifications:
- 11 Pockets:
- 2 Large bellowed chest pockets with hook & loop closure
- 6 Waist pockets: 2 zippered horizontal pockets to hold large fly boxes, 4 medium bellowed pockets with hook & loop closure
- 2 Horizontal zippered internal pockets
- 1 Horizontal back pocket
- Rib knit collar
- Buckle closure
- Rod loop and hook & loop closure
- D-ring net holder at center-back and 2 accessory d-rings at chest
- Offered in sizes S - XXL
Leland on Simms Fly Fishing Vests
Simms Fly Fishing Vests are designed to organize and comfortably carry
all of the gear that you need for a full day on the water. Being able
to quickly locate tippet, leaders, floatant and fly boxes means more
time spent fishing, and less time fumbling, particularly when the hatch
is on!
Fly anglers select and arrange their tackle according
to their personality; some enjoy the simplicity of taking just the
necessities, while others feel uncomfortable leaving anything behind.
Simms makes a vest with the capacity to fit your style and the
technical accessories you require.
Simms Vests are exceptionally well made,
using modern breathable, water repellant fabrics with superlative
stitching and heavy-duty bar tacking for years of durable service. A
contoured neckline and shoulders, with knit collar, distribute the load
for all-day comfort. Every Simms Vest features a pair of patented,
bomb-proof built-in retractors that retain your tools for instant
access. From the light and cool Freestone Vest to the high capacity, hi-tech G3 Guide Vest, Simms builds a vest that will contribute to your angling success and enjoyment.
- Advanced pocket design and location
- Modern breathable and water and stain repellant fabrics
- Superlative stitching and heavy-duty bar tacking
- Contoured neckline and shoulders
- Built-in retractors
Simms on Simms
Simms Philosophy
"Wherever you fish, you're going to find fishing guides. And wherever you find fishing guides, you're going to find Simms. Guides
need gear that is functional, innovative and can withstand whatever abuse they
put it through. What does that mean for someone who's not a
professional guide? Anything that's designed to meet the performance
needs of guides is gear you can count on.
Simms. The choice of professional guides. And anyone else who lives to fish.
Simms is a fishing company. We have enjoyed success by staying true to the original vision of our company by building the highest quality products to
keep our customers dry, comfortable and protected from the elements in
any fishing conditions. We work with the very best materials suppliers
in the world in our commitment to make high performance, technical clothing and outerwear.
We’re the only wader manufacturer in the US, and one of three worldwide that is licensed by W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc. to make GORE-TEX® waders.
We compete through innovation and quality. Our staff is largely
comprised of committed anglers who understand the importance of
quality, dependable fishing gear. They use our products all the time,
and contribute significantly to our continuous improvement efforts.
Why do professional guides choose Simms? Because we take pride in what we make, and products have been designed to go the distance. Our in-house design team has a combined
50 years of experience
in making durable technical outerwear. We work closely with top
material suppliers from around the globe, and continually test both our
new and old products in the lab and out in the field to make sure we
meet or exceed your expectations.
Nothing pleases us more than to see our products, like those on
the guides featured in out catalog and on our website, go the
distance.”
“The thrill of discovering a pristine stream after a long hike into the backcountry,
the exhilarations of being on the flats on one of those incredibly
clear days, the rush of a crisp morning on a British Columbia river
when the steelies are running, these are the memories that keep us
tying through the dark winter months, and always find us plotting our
next angling season or weekend.
At Simms, we never forget that the goal of every committed angler is to stay on the water as long and has often as possible-regardless of the weather.
That’s why we never stop looking for new ways to keep you dry and
comfortable. Whether you’re waist deep in a drizzling snow on the
Missouri or scouting the Keys in the sweltering heat of a June
afternoon.
So for all those who will be out there earlier, longer and later, we’ve got just one thing to say: Your Gear is Ready”
Simms on Conservation
“IF YOU COULD PASS JUST ONE THING DOWN TO YOUR KIDS, WHAT WOULD IT BE?”
“Fishing is dependent on clean water, healthy ecosystems and just as important,
people who care about conservation and resource preservation. It is the
responsibility of everyone who enjoys angling to help protect and
enhance our fresh and saltwater fisheries. After all, what greater
inheritance would we leave future generations?
Supporting
local, regional, and national conservation organizations is certainly
an important role that angles can play in caring for our fishing
resources. However, one area of vital concern, and one that all anglers
can easily help do something about, is the spread of aquatic invasive
species. These “hitchhikers”, including New Zealand mud snails, Didymo
and whirling disease are having an enormous effect on rivers across the
United States and are directly linked to reduced trout populations.
Unfortunately, anglers are part of the problem, given that invasive
species are spread by “hitchhiking” on waders, wading boots, drift
boats, trailers and other gear.
YOU CAN HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES IN THREE EASY STEPS:
1)
Thoroughly rinse all fishing gear -including waders, boots, boats, and
boat trailers- in clean freshwater upon leaving a water source. Never
travel from one river to another without clean gear.
2) Air-dry gear before moving to another body of water.
3) Tell other anglers about this problem and what they can do to help.”
For More information, visit www.protectyourwaters.com or www.simmsfishing.com
