Leland on the Simms Classic Guide Jacket
Fifteen knot winds, forty degrees and raining. Nothing short of lightning can keep you off the water when you're wearing the Simms Gore-Tex Guide Jacket. This jacket has all the
quality and
comfort you have come to demand from Simms and Gore, plus all the bells and whistles to boot. A true "classic" in the Simms line-up, this
heavy duty 
nylon face fabric jacket is one of the most popular with professional guides throughout the world. That's why they call it the Classic Guide Jacket. You better have one for Alaska!
Specifications:
- 3-layer Gore-Tex fabric (Extreme Wet Weather rated)
- Patented built-in retractors
- Huge back pocket, big enough for the largest lunches, with a water resistant zipper
- Patented watertight stretch cuffs
- Double storm flap covers for the center zipper
- Roll-up, adjustable hood
- DEET and saltwater resistant GORE-TEX fabric
- Color: Khaki or Dark Loden
Leland on Simms Outerlayers
Simms Outerwear provides complete coverage from extreme wet weather to the coldest fishing conditions imaginable. The use of W. L. Gore waterproof-breathable fabrics is a mainstay with Simms Fishing Products and they are utilized extensively in the Simms Outerwear lineup. Simms Jackets feature fully adjustable hoods for improved weather protection and enhanced field of vision in foul conditions. As you would expect, the YKK zippers operate smoothly and are corrosion resistant. The pockets and pocket closures, along with tool accessories, are designed for maximum functionality on-stream. Wrist and waist closures ensure that you are completely sealed from the elements. Simms has always been the forerunner in building superior quality, comfortable and functional fly fishing wear and their outerwear is no exception, but the rule.
Leland on Fly Fishing Outerlayers
Cold, windy and rainy weather can ruin anyone's day. There's no reason to travel hundreds of miles, or even just a few blocks, to go fishing if you go unprepared! You might as well stay at home. With today's modern waterproof/breathable materials, there's no reason to end up wet, either from rain OR perspiration! Today's thinking in warmth and protection involves moisture management by using a layered clothing system. You simply add or remove these layers to maintain your all-day comfort zone. The outerlayer, your rain jacket, must, obviously, be waterproof and windproof. But also, it must be breathable in order to get rid of moisture that can accumulate inside. It must be designed for active movement. And finally, its features must be fully functional in a fast water environment. You really don't want to wear something that allows water to run down your sleeve, nor do you want to unzip in a downpour to get at your fly box.
Wearing the right apparel while you're out on the water can make the difference between a good day and bad day. By wearing the proper clothes, you can concentrate on fishing, not the cold and rain. At Leland, we know how important selecting the right apparel can be. We've fished all over the world in almost all weather conditions. Our advice? Buy the right clothes before you go on that trip, so you have it when you need it! Simms layers are designed to make your overall experience not only more comfortable, but safer as well. Whether you’re going to Belize, British Columbia, or your local river, bring the right gear. Your fishing experience will be more enjoyable.
Simms on Simms Outerwear
"The only thing worse than being cold and wet when fishing is heading home because you are cold and wet. Simms outerwear is designed to keep you dry, comfortable and casting whether it's raining, the wind's blowing or the snow's starting to fall. Featuring advanced technologies and incredibly functional design, this is essential gear that can truly help you fish longer and more effectively."
Simms on Simms Products
"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 closey 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."
