Hanna Robbins and Jennifer Combs with a cooler full of crappie from Lake Sam Rayburn

The Outdoor Gear We Recommend

We may have a little bit of a hoarding problem. Good gear need not be expensive, but it has to improve the experience in some way. Whether it’s the right rod, a certain bait, or the world’s best rainsuit, we’ll give unfiltered opinions on what we use and why we use it.


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Forloh’s New Items to Keep Anglers Comfortable

I’ve been wearing Forloh’s technical clothing for a couple of years now. It started with their insect repellent lineup, but I’ve also used their UPF shirts to protect me from harmful rays. I caught up with them at the 2025 SCI show to find out what else is coming down the pipeline for anglers.

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Forloh – Not Just for Hunting, Not Just for Men

I’ve been wearing Forloh items quite a bit over the past couple of years, but I thought they specialized in gear for men. When we ran into their booth at the SCI Show, however, Hanna’s eyes lit up. They had lots of outdoors gear for ladies. While hunting is their focus, much of it is incredibly functional for fishing.

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Is This the Ultimate Modular Waterproof Fishing Luggage System?

It was the brown bear backpack that drew me into the Rokman booth, but once inside I quickly became intrigued by their waterproof packs. They’re “not just another bag,” but actually a system made to protect your gear whether you’re getting dropped off in the backcountry or bouncing through the rapids.

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