Knotty Predicaments

You've mastered the Blood Knot, conquered the Surgeon's Loop, and even tamed the elusive Albright Special. But when you're standing knee-deep in the river, your fingers numb from the icy water, suddenly your brain decides to play "knot" today. Was it a Turle Knot or a Turtle Knot? Is your Nail Knot more of a fail knot? And don't get me started on the Perfection Loop—more like the Imperfection Blooper. Who knew that becoming a master fly angler meant first becoming a contortionist of cordage? And who knew that no prayer is more fervent than those uttered when the line comes tight and faith in your knot unfurls.

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IN THE RIFFLES

I don’t think I could’ve found, or DIYed, a set of products more aptly suited to the fly angler’s needs. Traveling with my fly fishing gear has never been easier, and if you do a fair share of adventuring through remote regions, I can’t recommend these truck accessories highly enough. Shoot, I have so much storage space in my truck now that I haven’t even filled all of it! Plus, my truck’s cab has never stayed this clean or decluttered in my entire life.


And in the spirit of full disclosure, I’ll tell you right now that I thought the Decked Drawers were overkill. I’d seen them in some fly fishing videos, and knew a few anglers who had them. The idea of a drawer system always intrigued me, but I wondered how much I’d use them, and I certainly didn’t want to give up my bed space. As I said earlier, I use my truck for truck things, and I put a premium on bed space.


I’ve changed my tune in four months. Of all the products I tested for this review, the Decked Drawers are my favorite…

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GEAR GUIDE

Two Hardy Averon reels—one black and one nickel—on a wooden table