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By: Ken Baldwin
Tom Beckbe All-Weather Ripstop Fishing Hip Pack
For the Dad Who Prefers Old-School Classic Design
A unique aspect of fly angling is that a lot of anglers prefer to use the older, proven, classic tackle instead of the latest high-tech, bells-and-whistles gear. We are a nostalgic bunch and respect, even admire, the anglers who came before us.
A Reverence for the Classics
I'm guilty of having a preference for the classics, and this is a big part of why the Tom Beckbe Waxed Canvas Fishing Hip Pack is one of my favorite pieces of gear. I can't explain it, but some gear can elicit from me an emotional attachment. I know I'm not the only angler who experiences this. A reverence for the classics is a big part of fly fishing.
Old-School Design
The Beckbe Hip Pack is old-school in design and build, made from waxed canvas, and features antiqued brass snaps and D-rings. It has a total storage capacity of 6.5L, featuring pockets and a main compartment.
Simple and Smart
A lot of thought has been put into this hip pack to make it a functional piece of fly fishing equipment. The net holder is an excellent example of smart design: "The rear of the fishing pack is padded and has a slip pocket that holds a net comfortably against your back at a slight angle to the left or right, keeping it clear of your backcast." – "At a slight angle to the left or right... !!" Only a designer who is a fly angler would know to design this type of detail into a pack.
It Gets Better With Age
The cool thing about waxed canvas is that it improves with age. It shows its history and the time spent on the water. A father who is a fly angler probably won't have an emotional attachment to a tie or a belt, but he very well can have one with a waxed canvas hip pack that accompanies him every time he goes to the river.
We Are Simple Animals
You don't have to go big and fancy with what you give a dad. These packs are gifts that show you put some thought and care into the giving. Remember, fathers, dads, sons, brothers, guys - we are simple bunch. KB
