Buff : Neckware CoolNet UV® Trout Confetti by Derek DeYoung. You don’t call it a “neck gaiter” — you call it a “Buff“, and the thing is absolutely essential if you want to protect your skin from the sun… it blocks UV rays, and since it’s made of CoolNet fabric, it doesn’t make you hot — you even forget you’re wearing it… plus you can rock it like a Durag! And there are loads of different prints, and even — for those heading to Scandinavia or the tropics — insect-repellent models! €25 on the Buff website or through retailers.
Lamson Liquid S Reel Sometimes (often, actually) you want a quality reel that won’t break the bank… and that’s exactly what Lamson does best. And it’s a solid investment! The drag is excellent, they’re lightweight with a true Large Arbor! Made of composite, rock solid. 150$ in a 4-weight line.
LifeStraw Go Series 22 oz Bottle – There are two options… you fill your bottle up at the tap, nice and easy, no questions asked. Or you can refill it at a spring or straight from a stream. But then you absolutely need a filter system to keep you out of trouble… so the Lifestraw is THE bottle for you! We love it! Especially this model — lightweight but above all transparent, so you always know how much water you have left! 45$, available in 9 colours, and you can add extra filtration systems!
Salomon Techamphibian. You forgot your wading boots, or you’re simply going wet wading and travelling light — this shoe is made for you! We often assume that the only footwear you can wear in the water is a pair of chunky wading boots. Well, these “sandals” do the job perfectly (you can wear them with wading booties by sizing up), barefoot, or with wet wading socks… In short, these might just be your shoes for this summer — because you can absolutely wear them every day too! Available in two colours and cost 110$
Trucker Cap Patagonia, Fitz Roy Trout. If you want to stay in the shade without overheating, have a brim that helps you cut through the glare and focus on the flies drifting down the current — or even use it as an emergency net (true story) — the trucker cap is your best friend, especially when it sports a beautiful trout! Available in 4 different colours. 39$
Osprey Transporter Duffel 40 Bag. Carry enough, but not too much! That’s the secret to travelling light — and the best way to avoid being overwhelmed is to limit yourself. This 40L bag is perfect! Not only can you stuff everything you truly need into it and carry it like a regular bag, but you can also convert it into a backpack! Ideal for short trips, and its biggest asset: it’s carry-on size! Comes in 6 different colours, €127.