Leland on the Simms Freestone Softshell Jacket
Simms Freestone Softshell Fly Fishing Jacket combines the best of both the fly fishing world and the other “off the river” world. This
windproof,
water resistant jacket is a highly functional fishing jacket that has the crossover ability to keep you from looking like you just stepped off the water. Softshell fabrics are rapidly sweeping the country not only for their weather protection, but for their
stretch and give, there is no binding or pinching here. The Simms Freestone Softshell Fly Fishing Jacket works great as
light outer garment or a non-bulk layering garment. This a perfect jacket for cool evenings on the Cape, Massachusetts.
Leland on Specifications
Winter in the Keys can get nippy! The Freestone Softshell Jacket by Simms is a great match for breaking through the morning mist or evening chill. The Softshell material is
windproof, water resistant and provides complete freedom of movement. This fly fishing jacket has a YKK full center-front zipper and a high fleeced lined collar for a little extra protection. The large zipper chest pocket easily handles fly boxes and comes with an integrated tool docking tab. The hand warmer pockets are polyester mesh lined as well as zippered. There is also an adjustable hem to help close out the weather. The Simms Freestone Softshell fly fishing jacket comes in 5 sizes ranging from small to double extra large. The Simms Freestone Softshell Jacket provides
great weather protection at a moderate price.
Specifications:
- YKK ® center-front zipper
- High, fleece-lined collar for additional protection
- 1 Large zippered chest pocket with tool docking tab
- Zippered, polyester mesh-lined hand warmer pockets
- Adjustable shock cord hem
- Fabric Tech: Laminated fleece fabric with 100% polyester face, Softshell
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL
Leland on Simms Outerwear
Fly fishing can take us to some miserably cold and wet places in pursuit of our passion. So it’s fortunate that we can rely on the experience and wisdom of Simms, who knows more than a little about staying dry and comfortable on and in the water. Outdoor professionals test over two hundred new Simms designs year round in some of the worst conditions imaginable. What other company is this dedicated to getting it right?
For 2008, Simms is offering the most comprehensive mix of hard and soft shell protection in their history, utilizing the very latest in design, fabric technology and construction techniques to ensure your all-day performance. No matter what kind of fishing you do, Simms makes a Gore-Tex, Windstopper, or Primaloft garment to shield you from the elements and to keep you casting.
The 10 ounce In-Vest Jacket fits in your pocket so you’ll never be without it. The rugged, Classic Guide Jacket is a favorite in Alaska. Or experience the next generation in rain jackets, the all new G4 Pro Jacket featuring Gore-Tex Pro Shell fabric, the ultimate in all-weather protection.
Leland on Simms Fishing Products
It’s funny how childhood memories can influence one's life! Just ask K.C. Walsh of Simms Fishing Products about the underlying theme of his company and its location. He'll tell you it was because his grandfather took him fly fishing in Bozeman, MT as a young man. Funny how what started as a desire by K.C. to work in the fly fishing industry, turned into the design of the world's best fishing waders. Funny how that vision of wader design transformed a company into one that now manufacturers what is considered by many to be the finest collection of fly fishing –outdoor wear in the entire industry. Funny? Not really. Just great concepts and a lot of hard work: Welcome to Simms Fishing Products!
At Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters, we carry and use only the best fly fishing gear. There’s not enough time in our hurried world to worry about whether our chest waders or rain jackets are going to leak. We talk with K.C. quite frequently and love to listen about his passion for developing the most useful and highest quality fly fishing gear. We at Leland have toured the Simms factory, attended their numerous product seminars, and vigorously used and field tested their equipment and we can tell you flat out; K.C. is doing it right!
Simms on the Simms Freestone Softshell
“A comfortable softshell – perfect for layering under a rain jacket in inclement weather.”
“Offering the comfort of a softshell at an attractive price. Our new Freestone is perfect under a rain jacket in inclement weather. In addition to a warm fleece lining, this jacket has a large zippered chest pocket with tool docking tab, zippered, polyester mesh-lined hand warmer pockets, an adjustable shock cord waist and a high fleece-lined collar for added protection.”
Features
- YKK ® center-front zipper
- High, fleece-lined collar for additional protection
- 1 Large zippered chest pocket with tool docking tab
- Zippered, polyester mesh-lined hand warmer pockets
- Adjustable shock cord hem
- Fabric Tech: Laminated fleece fabric with 100% polyester face
- Approximate Weight: 18 oz.
- Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL
Simms on Technical Outerwear
“THE RIVER: YOUR CHURCH, THERAPIST, AND OCCASIONALLY – FRIGID MISTRESS.”
“A river may be a place where you go for quiet reflection. You might view fishing as a therapeutic activity. Or, you might be one of many anglers that understand some of the best fishing is done during the nastiest weather – and that the gear you are wearing can be the difference between keeping you out fishing or running for the heater in your truck. We know what’s really important when the weather turns ugly – staying warm and dry. Simms combines the most innovative and advanced fabric technologies with fishing – specific designs and specialized features to bring you a comprehensive line of outerwear that offers something for anglers of every level. From out top of the line G3 Guide™ Jacket to our technical Rivertek™ Softshell Jacket, we’ve developed products that are waterproof, windproof, breathable, insulating, and very comfortable, instead of worrying about the weather; let our outerwear handle whatever Mother Nature decides to throw at you.
Simms Technical Outerwear Notes
“Our baseline objective is simple, to keep anglers more comfortable so they can forget about the weather and fish. Simms outerwear combines the most innovative and advanced fabric technologies with fishing-specific designs to make this happen.
W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc has set the standard fro waterproof/breathable technology, which is why we utilize and assortment of
Gore-Tex® fabrics in many of our hard and soft shell piece.
Primaloft – the ultimate down-like microfiber insulation – is soft, light and warm – and retains warmth when wet, making it ideal for fishing. Our own waterproof fabric technologies including
TriLam, wick moisture and pump perspiration away from the body to help regulate body temperature.
Simms outerwear combines the most innovative and advanced fabrics technologies with fishing-specific designs to keep anglers dry, warm, and comfortable all day long. W.L. Gore & Associates, Inc has set a standard for waterproof/breathable fabrics. As we enter the
14th year of our partnership with W.L. Gore & Assoc, we are more committed than ever before to drive advancements in durable, innovative fishing outerwear.”
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The only thing worse than being cold and wet when fishing is heading home because you are cold and wet. Simms outerwear is designed to keep you dry, comfortable and casting whether it's raining, the wind's blowing or the snow's starting to fall. Featuring advanced technologies and incredibly functional design; this is essential gear that can truly
help you fish longer and more effectively."
Simms on Simms Products
"Why do professional guides choose Simms? Because we take pride in what we make, and products have been designed to go the distance. Our in-house design team has a combined 50 years of experience in making durable technical outerwear. We work closely with top material suppliers from around the globe, and continually test both our new and old products in the lab and out in the field to make sure we meet or exceed your expectations.
Nothing pleases us more than to see our products, like those on the guides featured in out catalog and on our website, go the distance.”
“The thrill of discovering a pristine stream after a long hike into the backcountry, the exhilarations of being on the flats on one of those incredibly clear days, the rush of a crisp morning on a British Columbia river when the steelies are running, these are the memories that keep us tying through the dark winter months, and always find us plotting our next angling season or weekend.
At Simms, we never forget that the goal of every committed angler is to stay on the water as long and has often as possible-regardless of the weather. That’s why we never stop looking for new ways to keep you dry and comfortable. Whether you’re waist deep in a drizzling snow on the Missouri or scouting the Keys in the sweltering heat of a June afternoon.
So for all those who will be out there earlier, longer and later, we’ve got just one thing to say: Your Gear is Ready”
“Simms. The Choice of Professional Guides Worldwide”.
Simms on Conservation
“IF YOU COULD PASS JUST ONE THING DOWN TO YOUR KIDS, WHAT WOULD IT BE?”
“Fishing is dependent on clean water, healthy ecosystems and just as important, people who care about conservation and resource preservation. It is the responsibility of everyone who enjoys angling to help protect and enhance our fresh and saltwater fisheries. After all, what greater inheritance would we leave future generations?
Supporting local, regional, and national conservation organizations is certainly an important role that angles can play in caring for our fishing resources. However, one area of vital concern, and one that all anglers can easily help do something about, is the spread of aquatic invasive species. These “hitchhikers”, including
New Zealand mud snails,
Didymo and
whirling disease are having an enormous effect on rivers across the United States and are directly linked to reduced trout populations. Unfortunately, anglers are part of the problem, given that invasive species are spread by “hitchhiking” on waders, wading boots, drift boats, trailers and other gear.
YOU CAN HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES IN THREE EASY STEPS:
1) Thoroughly rinse all fishing gear -including waders, boots, boats, and boat trailers- in clean freshwater upon leaving a water source. Never travel from one river to another without clean gear.
2) Air-dry gear before moving to another body of water.
3) Tell other anglers about this problem and what they can do to help.”
For More information, visit
www.protectyourwaters.com or
www.simmsfishing.com.
