MidCurrent® Announces Annual 2009 Fly Fishing Product Awards
Fort Myers, FL (PRWEB) October 7, 2008 -- MidCurrent® announced today that its selection of the best annual new fly fishing products has been published on its Web site. Products were selected for both innovative design and utility to fly fishers. The best new fly fishing rods, fly reels, fly lines, waders, apparel, luggage, fly boxes, tools and accessories were all highlighted in MidCurrent's annual fall review of new designs, updates, and prices just released by fly fishing manufacturers.
Winners of MidCurrent's awards include the Orvis Ion and G.Loomis Shorestalker fly rods; Tibor's Spey, Ross's Vexsis and Hardy's reintroduced Perfect fly reels; the RIO Products Bonefish and Scientific Anglers' Sharkskin Shooting fly lines; Simms's StreamTread Soles and Patagonia's Guidewater Waders; Patagonia's redesigned SST Jacket and Redington's CPX Softshell Jacket; Scientific Anglers Waterproof and C&F's Specialized CFSP-2533 Fly Boxes; and Fishpond's Arroyo Chestpack and Tightline Enterprises's 20/20 Magnetic Tippet Threader.
MidCurrent editor and publisher Marshall Cutchin said of the new product announcements for 2009, "We know as well as anyone that fly fishing can be done with a bare minimum of gear. But the annual release of new product information gives fly fishers a chance to see some incredible innovation and to get excited about the next season's opportunities."
MidCurrent's selection was made immediately after the September Fly Fishing Retailer Show in Denver, Colorado, a trade event that showcases thousands of new products. This year's introductions were highlighted by more short fly rods, new high-tech reel designs, and especially the move to more enviro-friendly wading gear and apparel.
For additional information on MidCurrent's awards, contact Marshall Cutchin or visit midcurrent.com (http://www.midcurrent.com).
About MidCurrent:
MidCurrent publishes fly fishing news, videos, articles, reviews, art and podcasts for fresh- and saltwater fly fishers worldwide. MidCurrent's editorial board includes Thomas McGuane, Chico Fernandez, John Merwin, and Bruce Richards.
Contact:
Marshall Cutchin, Publisher
MidCurrent
239-437-2348
midcurrent.com (http://www.midcurrent.com)
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