osprey aphelia 26 l backpack – Osprey It stands out with its simple HOT ! Osprey Apogee Osprey

There are lots of cheaper general-use hip packs for less, but this is a purpose-built fly bag with an exterior Tippet Whippet, quick-stash patch for frequently used flies, and a TPU construction thats not only waterproof but also puncture-resistant so hooks dont destroy your bag and render it not-so-waterproof anymore

Sensitivity is another crucial aspect

It is standard equipment on many crankbaits, jerkbaits, topwater lures and spoons because a striking fish may contact the lure from almost any direction

With all this in mind, there is a right way to snell a hook and a wrong way, so you need to learn the correct process

This article was first published in the Spring 2018 issue of Kayak Angler Magazine