That’s Deep | Hip hop and Fly Fishing by Mark Steudel [video]

Very entertaining short edit out of WA state from Mark Steudel (Mark Steudel Fly Fishing Stories on Youtube and @msteudel on Instagram). Highlights are from a quick trip with Leaf Seaburg of Methow Fishing Adventures. Eats on dries. #flyfishing #DRYFTculture

DRYFTculture fly fishing steelhead

Ethan Parsons – Passion for the outdoors

Photo: Cayman Waughtel @cayman.waughtel web: www.caymanwaughtel.com

Ethan Parsons, a 19 year old from Idaho living with a rare condition called Chairi Malformation has lost the use of his legs, but not his desire or drive to get outdoors and do what his passion calls him to do.

John at Trsxtle is spearheading an effort to raise awareness, and give Ethan a means to get back outside and do what the loves. Donations from many different sources including a new offroad wheelchair from GRIT Freedom Chairs and many fly fishing accessories are on the way to Ethan now.

If you or someone you know is familiar Ethan’s condition and thinks they may be able to help Ethan with recovery, care, or treatment, please contact John Smigaj at john@trxstle.com – John will put you in touch with Ethan and his Mother, Brenda. We urge you to reach out if you think you or someone you know can help. Please share this incredible story and see if there’s someone out there that might be able to lend a helping hand for Ethan. 

Please read the full story on the Trsxtle.com website, https://www.trxstle.com/blogs/news/perseverance-ethan-parsons , and help find care for this young man in need.

Photo: Cayman Waughtel @cayman.waughtel web: www.caymanwaughtel.com

Did you know DRYFT is a small owner operated small business?

Long time friends and DRYFT co-owners, Nick and Sam run daily operations and oversee all aspects of the business. If you’ve ever reached out to us with questions you’ve likely talked to one of us.

2020 has been a difficult year for small business, and has challenged supply chains and operations across the board- from small businesses like ours all the way up to the biggest of the big. We can’t express enough to you how much we appreciate your support during these times. 

We would like to wish you, your family and friends a happy and safe Thanksgiving.  

Thank you,

Sam & Nick   

Photo: circa 1994.
Photo: circa 1994. Nick (left) & Sam (right).

 

#smallbusinesssaturday #blackfridaysale #wadeandexplore #fishing #flyfishing #pnw #DRYFT #madefortheriver #DRYFTculture

Session SEEKr Wading Pants – DRYFT street inspired fishing waders product description

Based on the popular OG Session wading pants the new mid-weight SEEKR wading pants are your go-to option for your next quick and dirty fishing mission. The DRYFT Session SEEKR wading pants are constructed of mid-weight breathable four-layer 100% waterproof and DWR (Durable Water Repellent) coated fabric. The minimalist street inspired design and style puts them a notch above the rest. Be natural.

Check out this product video for more details.

Click on the product below for a full list of details.

DRYFT Session SEEKR wading pants

Still have questions? Reach out to us here.

DRYFT Primo Zip Waders – Guide Edition product details video

Designed with comfort in mind, the Primo Zip Guide Edition waders use a high quality TIZIP® waterproof main zipper to help take the production out of mid fishing session bathroom breaks, and makes getting in and out of your favorite pair of waders oh so easy. Scope this video for all the deets on the new Primo Zip waders.

Summer’s last hurrah – trout fishing bonanza

With the warm easy days of summer fading in the rearview mirror, we took time out for a quick trip over the mountains to the dry and fertile area of Eastern Washington for some trout fishing. We met up with Leaf Seaburg of Methow Fishing Adventures, and set off with high expectations. All expectations were exceeded with plenty of fish catching and fun having. Enjoy these photos from this great early fall day on the river.

We woke up early (5:15am!), strapped up our DRYFT Primo Zip front waders, stuffed lunches and drinks into our BKCNTRY packs and headed for the river. Fishing didn’t slow up all day- with solid takes on dries and streamers keeping the action moving quickly from first light well into the afternoon.

Trout Fly Fishing PNW photo gallery

Gear Featured in this post:

Primo Zip Waders, BKCNTRY waterproof backpack, Ambush UPF sun shirt, MTN hat, and Wizard Facemask.

COVID-19 Statement

Due to the evolving situation with COVID-19 in our area we are putting plans in place to help keep everyone around us safe. Our staff is healthy and safe here, but we are putting these safeguards in place to keep it that way and to protect our customers. We will be limiting office visits and our overall exposure outside of the home, but will continue to process and ship orders as usual at this time.

During this time we expect that the time it takes us to process orders will increase, with possible delays of 3-7 days at times.

Also processes such as exchanges, returns and repairs may be a little slower than normal. We will continue to do these operations, but are expecting each to take on average several days longer than usual but in some cases may be up to a week delay. We thank you for your patience during these unprecedented times.

To help keep everyone safe we will be exercising and abundance of caution by putting the following safeguards in place:

  • Closing our offices to outside visitors to isolate our office staff, warehouse equipment and product stock
  • Regularly disinfecting commonly touched surfaces around our offices and warehouse
  • We will be wearing gloves when handling product and packing orders.
  • Keeping our distance and working from home when possible to limit exposure to each other 
  • Anyone displaying any symptoms of illness will stay at home. 

This is a hard time for small business in America and around the world. From disruptions to our supply chains to instability in the financial markets and consumer confidence, we have started to feel the effects. We appreciate each and every one of you, and thank you for your business and support. We will continue to support you by operating as normally as possible. 

Remember that the best safeguard for you and your family is distance and isolation. Sounds like a good time to get some fresh air, go explore a wild place and do some fishing. 

We will be monitoring the situation closely and post updates as needed. 

Thank you,
Nick S. 
President

Why a good cuff system on your rain jacket is important [video]

Ever had a wet arm while fishing in the rain? The cuff system on the Primo jackets is designed to prevent this. Here is a video explaining how it works and why.

Having the snagless cuff on the Primo Rain Jacket tightened down during this splashy release kept the anglers arm nice and dry.