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Problem Solver: Simms Flyweight Vest Pack Does It All

Streamlined with storage in front and back in a new vest/backpack hybrid.

Problem Solver: Simms Flyweight Vest Pack Does It All

$199.95 | simmsfishing.com

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Simms’s new Flyweight Vest Pack attempts to bridge the gap between traditional fly fishing vests and backpacks. It boasts a lightweight, vest-style design with a backpack compartment, aiming for comfortable carry and easy access to gear.

The Flyweight Vest Pack (not to be confused with the Flyweight Fishing Vest) lives up to its name with a thin, 150-denier nylon fabric and a weight of 1.5 pounds. It's comfortable for long days on the water. The spacer mesh back panel allows for breathability, keeping you cool during long hikes. Unlike a traditional backpack, the vest-style harness hugs your body, distributing weight evenly and reducing shoulder fatigue.

The vest portion offers a good amount of organization. Pockets of various sizes provide space for fly boxes, tippet spools, and other essentials including a perfect pocket for my mirrorless Sony camera which I’ve been seeking for years. Two expandable mesh pockets on the sides can hold water bottles, a rolled-up jacket, or rod tubes. The backpack compartment itself offers 15 liters of storage–enough for a day's worth of food, rain gear, and additional fly boxes. My net fits nicely in a slot on the back.

Studio photo of Simms Flyweight Vest Pack; side view.
Pockets of various sizes provide space for fly boxes, tippet spools, and other essentials including a perfect pocket for my mirrorless Sony camera. Two expandable mesh pockets on the sides can hold water bottles, a rolled-up jacket, or rod tubes.

While the vest is comfortable for light loads, the fit can feel a little awkward with heavier loads in the backpack.

The Simms Flyweight Vest Pack is an excellent option for anglers who prioritize a comfortable, close-to-the-body fit and easy access to essential gear, and then some.

$199.95 | simmsfishing.com




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