Gear Shed
Oct 15, 2024
Skwala Wader Repair Process
We don’t just talk about making good gear and standing behind our product, we offer the strongest guarantee in the industry. Anyone can sell a pair of waders, we want to build life-long relationships with our customers.
May 15, 2024
The Greatest Fly Rods Ever?
A short history of modern fly rod design through our favorite bygone sticks
Every few years, a new fly rod hits the m...
Mar 28, 2024
Why we designed the Backeddy Wader.
Everything piece of Skwala gear is purpose built. The RS Wader excels in colder temperatures and offers comfort-focus...
Mar 5, 2024
The Fusion Collection: Synthetic Modern Textiles with Fly Fishing Focus
Do you understand how a modern car engine works? Sure, you get the basic concept—new technology increases efficiency so your car burns less gas. But do you really understand how that system works? Probably not, but when you press the pedal it goes, and when gas costs a small fortune, you appreciate the extra milage.
Feb 22, 2024
The Greatest Pant Waders (aka Waist-High Waders) Ever Made
One question we field from a small but passionate contingent of the fly fishing community, “When will you start makin...
Feb 15, 2024
Why Start A Fly Fishing Brand?
When we started the concept for Skwala back in 2020, people told us the world didn’t need another fly fishing brand. But fly fishing isn’t about needs; it’s about irrational passion. We're a tight group of dedicated fly anglers who’ve helped lead some of the most innovative and successful outdoor gear companies in the market today.
Apr 10, 2023
If You Can Make Nachos, You Understand Layering
Do you like nachos? Of course, you do. Layering your clothes to fish in cold or wet weather is a lot like making nachos. If you can make nachos, you already know how to layer.
Mar 2, 2023
The Worst Pants to Wear Under Waders
No matter how good your waders are, you’ll only be as comfortable as the pants underneath.
We have friends who still ...
Jan 26, 2023
Hell, You Could Wear Em’ to Dinner and Be Overdressed!
Sol Pants will not make you catch more or bigger fish. They won’t solve the hitch in your cast or the timing of your ...
Dec 27, 2022
Best First Year Ever!
This time last year, Skwala didn’t exist. I mean, we knew—designing and building the best fly fishing apparel on the ...
Nov 2, 2022
Fall is for Steel
Admit it, either you’ve already been there, or your bucket list includes a British Columbia steelhead trip.
Maybe y...