Leland on the Fishpond Gore Range Tech Pack
The Fishpond Gore Range Tech Pack shares the same fantastic front features as the larger volume Fishpond Tech Packs; drop down fly trays, water resistant storage pockets, secure full zips on all the numerous exterior pockets, vertical pockets that hold the largest size C & F Fly Boxes... the list goes on! However, the
Gore Range has a smaller back compartment than the other tech packs. This storage compartment, located above the hips, will hold a jacket, or extra boxes, but allows the entire back to breathe through it's durable open mesh. The
Gore Range is for those that want the full functionality and secure adjustable fit of a Fishpond Tech, but don't need to carry as much and prefer the open mesh for warmer weather. In Vermont, Wyoming, or the Smokies, the Gore Range will adapt to your kind of fly fishing in just about any situation, AND with Fishpond comfort.
Specifications:
- “One-size-fits-most” adjustable shoulder and waist strap design
- Signature, zip down fly bench with replaceable foam
- Lightweight, waterproof and breathable fabric
- 17 exterior and interior pockets
- Mesh backing for ventilation and warm weather comfort
- Vertical chest pockets hold large and medium boxes
- Mesh pockets on fly bench for tippet spools
- Gear attachment tabs, cord loops, and D-ring net lash
- Hemostat keeper
- Colors: Cottonwood or Barnwood
Fishpond on Fishpond
"Two friends and a passion for fishing. It all began near the banks of a large beaver pond high up in the Colorado Rockies on a crisp fall outing. While the fishing was productive, something even more exciting happened on the water that day.
Between casts, our conversation turned to fly-fishing accessories and how most of our gear was adapted from products not designed for fishing. As we talked, new ideas and designs began to flow. Before the sun began to drop behind the peaks that October evening, the idea for fishpond was born.
Fishpond is the fly-fishing industry's newest and most innovative accessory products company. We're small, but our products are already making more than a few ripples. By rethinking product design from the ground-up, we've created an impressive line up of fly-fishing storage products and accessories that look great, and outperform anything else available on the market.
We started with a few simple ideas: design and create a tippet dispenser, develop an innovative cutting tool or clipper, and reshape the fly storage category with the creation of a series of soft-sided cases and chest packs. Our simple ideas turned into very complex design obstacles and challenged some of the best industrial designers in the country, yet we've succeeded with our vision and created a line of revolutionary accessory products that will stand the test of time.
Fishpond is all about design and function. We are the first to bring a functional tippet dispenser to the market-one that stores, straightens, cuts and dispenses tippet material directly from most commercially manufactured freshwater tippet spools. Look for our saltwater version in the coming months. Tired of plastic and aluminum fly boxes? We've also created an entirely new product category with our molded nylon and soft-sided fly cases. With ease-of-use in mind, brightly colored jacquard webbing on the spine serves as a hand strap to securely hold the case while on the water. This gives our cases their signature style and unparalleled function. To keep us on the cutting edge, we're redefining the accessory segment with revolutionary products like our patented, ergonomically designed Titanium Clippers with optional integrated retractor that make competitive tools based on the traditional nail clipper obsolete.
Our research has told us that fly-fishing enthusiasts want to
lighten their load. In response to this trend, fishpond has created two new chest/fanny packs that can complement or replace the traditional fishing vest. Each product has our
signature zip-down "fly bench" with a replaceable foam fly page that serves as a convenient fly changing station and work area. At fishpond, we're
committed to staying on the leading edge of fly-fishing product design, and we're already hard at work on the next generation of new products to enhance our position as an emerging leader with our dealer-partners and customers. Fishpond is
connected to the past and it's timeless traditions, but its focus is on making designs for the fly-fishing enthusiast that will
endure the future. We're committed to our dealer-partners and consumers at every level, and want to earn your trust and support by offering quality service, delivery and creativity."
The Fishpond Guarantee
“At fishpond, our goal is to build a
reputation for unmatched quality among the outdoor enthusiasts using our products. Our
soft goods are covered by a
lifetime guarantee. Should one of our soft goods fail during normal use due to defect in materials or workmanship, we will, at our discretion, repair or replace it free-of-charge. Fishpond
hard goods are covered by a
limited one-year guarantee. Our guarantee does not apply to accidental damage, misuse, mishandling, or alteration. To initiate service under this guarantee, bring both the fishpond product and sales receipt to your fishpond dealer for evaluation. They will replace or forward the goods to us for repair or replacement as appropriate. Thank you for choosing fishpond.”
Fishpond on Environmental/Ecological Responsibility
“For many people their
passion for
conservation derives from a hobby or pastime. They have a
direct connection—they can see a
tangible benefit—to their support of an organization or cause. They
believe strongly in it.
At fishpond we
believe in the
power of purpose. We encourage you to engage in a cause that directly impacts your heart. In conservation, as in every other facet of life, none of us can do everything, but each of us can do something.
There are many fantastic organizations involved in important conservation work around the world. From
Trout Unlimited to the
American Hiking Society, conservation of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to new ideas like
Carbon Neutral travel there’s a way for each of us to make a difference. So get involved—make your statement—follow your passion.
Much of the
success of
fishpond is
directly attributable to the
passion and love we have for the outdoors. Each of us, over the years, has approached conservation in a personal way. We
practice responsible stewardship and believe that every small act counts.
We call it the "
Ripple Effect"-the
collective impact of individuals performing in an environmentally conscious manner and leading to lasting change-in thinking, in deeds and in results.
Conservation of our natural world is a shared responsibility and we are proud fishpond is creating its own ripples in 2008. We're starting small-looking for ways to reduce our footprint on the environment while continuing to provide the
highest levels of quality and value in every fishpond product. From an examination of our source materials to an analysis of our business processes, we're committed to being thorough and more cognizant of our impact as a company.
We're confident these steps will yield
positive results for both our
company and our
environment. With each step forward-each new ripple we create-we move closer to becoming a company that embodies our vision for what the fishpond brand can be.”
