Simms Guide Vest—strategically built with 26 pockets to house an arsenal of lock-cracking fishing supplies—keeps you covered. Guide Vests feature two patented built-in retractor clips, non-corrosive zippers and sliders, and a third hand rod holder with Velcro chest tab and reel seat sling.
The Simms Guide Fly-Fishing Vest is a fly-fishing vest that is one of Simms’ most popular fly-fishing vests and an economical version with great features. The Guide Vest has 26 perfectly placed pockets that include 2 large and 2 cargo chest pockets, 4 waist pockets, 4 large zippered horizontal waist pockets, 2 stretch-mesh dry shake/floatant pockets, 4 interior pockets, 2 interior large horizontal and 2 vertical zippered pockets, 1 horizontal water bottle pocket, 1 horizontal large back pocket. Therefore, this guide fly-fishing vest has plenty of space to store all of the necessary fly-fishing accessories and gear you’ll need for a great day out on your favorite river or stream, fly-fishing like a guide by utilizing a guide’s favorite, the Simms Guide Fly-Fishing Vest.
This fly-fishing vest is designed with improved 100 percent Cordura nylon ripstop fabric with Teflon water resistant finish that is non-corrosive and resists staining. Also included with this fly-fishing guide vest are 2 patented built-in retractor clips and 100 percent YKK zipper and buckle closures, as well as a padded rib-knit collar.
This Simms Guide Fly-Fishing Vest is designed with corrosive free materials and all components of this fly-fishing vest are extremely durable and long-lasting. This is truly a very functional and scientifically advanced fly-fishing vest that has become a favorite among fly-fishing guides across the country for it’s great functionality and performance out on the water.
26 pockets: 2 large zippered chest pockets, 2 stretch mesh zippered chest pockets, 2 cargo chest pockets, 4 waist pockets, 4 large zippered horizontal waist pockets, 2 stretch-mesh dry shake/floatant pockets, 4 interior pockets, 2 interior large horizontal and 2 vertical zippered pockets, 1 horizontal water bottle pocket, 1 horizontal large back pocket
2 patented built-in retractor clips, 1 net-carry and 4 tool attachment D-rings
Center front YKK® zipper and buckle closure
Cushioned, stretch mesh shoulders with padded rib knit collar
100% Cordura nylon ripstop fabric with Teflon water-resistant finish, 100% polyester lining
Third-hand rod holder with Velcro chest tab and reel seat sling
Approximate Weight: 20 oz
| Men's Sizes | Chest | Neck | Waist |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 36" - 38" | 14.5" - 15" | 28" - 30" |
| M | 39" - 41" | 15.5" - 16" | 32" - 34" |
| L | 42" - 45" | 16.5" - 17" | 36" - 38" |
| XL | 46" - 48" | 17.5" - 18" | 40" - 42" |
| XXL | 49" - 51" | 18.5" - 19" | 44" - 46" |
* These are body measurements
Simms Guide Vest: Perfect, splendid, outstanding fabric, practical attention to details with deep, wide, pockets and marvelous zippers. "Greystone" with rust accents is visually appealing, comfortable and well balanced. Google showed Platte River as providing the lowest price, (significantly less than Amazon) and the shipping and service from Casper, Wyoming is excellent--arriving via priority mail in 3 days.
This vest has more than enough pockets. I chose the GREYSTONE color as I believe it will blend in with tree's along river banks and lakes so I won't spook fish. It has a good fit and think it will be all anyone could ask for. Can't wait to try it out on western trout. The shipping and service from Platte River Fly Shop is outstanding. Look forward to doing more business with them.
This is the first vest I have bought in over 25 years. Previously had an Orvis Takl-pkt vest. This vest has so many features I wanted and the material is light, cool, very attractive. The pockets are well placed, and there are many. The pockets for fly boxes are varied in size, and zipper configuration. The back has two pockets, one short for carrying things you might want reach without taking off the vest, and a deeper one for a rain jacket (or lunch). I used to wear a medium, but when fishing in cooler weather it was too small. I am a size 41 chest and the large fits perfectly. I like that it has 4 D-rings, two built in lanyards, and tiny pockets to organize tippet and small things. Overall, a very handy configuration. I am a vest man, not a sling pack guy, and if you are too, I highly recommend this vest.
I'm made a lot of research to replace my old patagonia fishing vest, and finally decided for this one. Like always, Simms exceeded my expectations. Simms is 'THE' brand for fly fishing, where details always make the difference. In this vest i found everything I needed and more. Lots of pockets. Perfect size. Build in zingers. It is light and comfortable. Proffesional stuff.
