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Patagonia
Vest Front 8L Fy Fishing Sling Pack

5 out of 5 stars
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Vest Front Sling

The Patagonia Fly Fishing Vest Front Sling takes the best of a fishing vest and blends it with prime features of sling packs so you don't have to choose between a vest or sling. A row of vertical pockets gives you the best of the vest, while a large storage pocket sings the praises of the sling.


Light and breathable, the body of this sling-vest is made from 210D polyester 3-D spacer mesh. Small pockets hold small gear, and the back zipper closer guards the entrance to the large pocket, where you can stash lunch, a fly box, and a compressible, ultralight raincoat. An internal security pouch offers waterproof storage for your car keys and phone, while other internal organizers keep tippet spools safe. A bottom water bottle holder prevents you from going dry in the middle of a body of water. With a simple swing, you can change what faces forward, be it the vest side or the sling side. Either way, the Vest Front Sling provides great gear storage on your body for a full day of fly-fishing fun.


Details

  • Cross between a vest and a sling pack for fly fishing
  • Large main pocket stows jacket, fly boxes, and lunch
  • Multiple smaller pockets keep your fishing gear organized
  • Utility keep provides secure point to attach nippers and more
  • Waterproof welded pocket protects phone and other essentials
  • Rear pod can swing to front for easy access
  • Fair Trade Certified sewing protects workers and the environment
  • Item #PAT02H8
Responsible Collection
Certified B-Corp
Material
5.5oz 210D Cordura (86% nylon, 14% polyester), PU coating, DWR finish
Volume
8L (488cu in)
Access
[main] side zipper, [front] hook-and-loop
Pockets
waterproof welded security pouch, 2 zippered back pockets, 1 back sunglass pocket, 2 front hook-and-loop, water bottle pocket, foam fly patch
Closure
zippered and hook-and-loop pockets
Dimensions
18.5 x 9.5 x 4.3in
Claimed Weight
15.3oz
Recommended Use
river fishing, saltwater fishing, stillwater fishing
Manufacturer Warranty
lifetime

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5 out of 5 stars

March 10, 2022

Best Trout Fishing Sling Pack

Familiarity:
I've put it through the wringer
Size Bought:
M
Height:
5' 10"
Weight:
165

This is a great pack. And probably the best trout sling pack out there. The design and utility is not found in any other sling pack I know of. The advantage it has over all others is that you don't have to swing the pack around your body for every task. You can change a fly, add tippet, replace a leader, apply floatant, unhook a fish, add an indicator, or add splitshot; all without swinging the pack around your body once. This is a big advantage for the trout fisherman. If you are bass fishing or saltwater fishing then it's not as necessary but these are all common occurrences when trout fishing. It's lightweight, durable, has a waterproof pocket, and even has rod holder straps on the side for long hikes to a river. The only criticism I have is that the foam patch became unglued from the velcro strip after a couple years, but that was easy to replace with an aftermarket patch. So far mine has held up really well. But I am sad that it doesn't look like there is a replacement model when mine does finally wear out.

Kris T