Leland on the Simms Rivertek Zip Top
Even in the middle of the summer, Montana days can start out a wee bit chilly and come September, don't be surprised if it snows. Regardless of the season, the
Simms Rivertek Zip Top is unquestionably the cream of the crop when it comes to selecting a base layer to go against your skin to keep you dry and comfortable. Let me say this again; this award winning zip top is constructed of the finest fabric,
Power Dry, made by the most recognized manufacturer of synthetic outdoor insulating fabrics in the industry,
Polartec, to bring you the most best and most efficient underwear designed for fishing, period. The 4-way stretch Power Dry in the shoulders and 2-way stretch in the body allow for unprecedented freedom of movement when casting. At $79.95, this performance isn't cheap, but then, what's your comfort worth? Remember, buying quality only hurts once.
Leland on Specifications
The Simms Rivertek Zip Top will keep keep you drier and more comfortable than any other base layer that we know of. That's because it's constructed of the best fabric, Polartec Power Dry and designed with best features with the fly fisherman in mind, right down to the polypropylene/lycra sleeve cuffs that dry almost immediately after releasing a fish. The zip neck allows for instant ventilation and the odor resistant mesh in the arm pit areas rapidly disipates moisture, even when perspiring heavily. (Yes, tugging on a large steelhead can get exciting). This piece is built to last a long time, so you'll be enjoying its performance advantages out on the river for years to come.
Specifications:
- Polartec® fabric technology with SPF 40+ sun protection
- Power Dry® 4-way stretch fabric in shoulders and 2-way stretch in body
- Odor-resistant mesh in armpits
- Patented water resistant cuffs minimize water absorption when releasing a fish
- Anti-odor treatment applied to fabric resists growth of odor-causing bacteria
- Wicking performance lasts the life of the garment
- Durable non-pilling surface spreads sweat out over a wide area for rapid evaporation
- Zip neck allows for quick ventilation
- Average weight: 16 oz.
- Colors: Black/Gunmetal or Brown/Moss
Leland on Simms Layering
You knew something had to give. One doesn’t spend more
than 15 years designing a lineup of some of most breathable waders and
outerwear, only to have the breathability compromised by substandard
layering. KC Walsh and his design team have poured their efforts
into the design and manufacturing of powerful wicking, quick drying
products. The first and foremost important factor in a good
layering garment is it’s wicking or breathability, not just the
movement of moisture off your body but the transport moisture from one
layer to the next. Without this wicking quality, moisture is going to
stay against you skin, or even worse, stay in the garment keeping you
wet
and cold. And who knows breathability better than Simms?
The next determining factor to a great layering
piece is the garment’s drying ability.
The quicker and easier a garment
dries, the more moisture the garment can move. Wicking only works if
the garment can dry fast. By
utilizing Polartec® Power Dry®, Polartec® Thermal Pro®, Polartec®
Classic and VisaEndurance® technologies, the designers at Simms provide
the best layering pieces to be worn with any breathable wader or
outerwear.
If a garment isn’t comfortable it probably will be
left behind, what good does that do you? As with all Simms
products, these layering pieces were field-tested until the fit and
feel was just right. Based on the way Simms fits waders, you just have
to know the fit and comfort of their layering is going to be second to
none.
Moisture is no friend of mine: That should be every
angler’s creed when it comes to keep warm. Simms products are cut from
materials that are rated tops in their class when it comes to wicking,
quick drying and durable. To give the comfort in movement
Simms layering garments are constructed with either 2 or 4 way stretch
materials. And to ensure proper fit Simms layering garments come in
sizes from Small to XX Large. Simms designs and manufactures some of
the most functional and comfortable fly fishing layering garments on
the market. And as with their patented Guide Series Waders these
layering garments are guide-proof. Remember your waders and outerwear
are only as good as what you wear under them.
- Cut from technical fabrics of Polartec® Power Dry®, Polartec® Thermal Pro®, Polartec® Classic or VisaEndurance®
- Quick drying, powerful wicking properties and odor resistant
- Either 2 or 4 way stretch material
- Sizes from Small to XX Large
Leland on Simms Fishing Products
Funny how childhood memories can influence one's
life! Just ask K.C. Walsh of Simms Fishing Products what the underlying
theme to his company and its location, he'll tell you it was his
grandfather taking him fly fishing in Bozeman, MT. 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 wader. Funny how that wader
design has turned into a company that now manufacturers what is
considered by many the best fishing waders and technical clothing.
Funny? Not really. Just hard work: Welcome to Simms Fishing Products!
At
Leland Fly Fishing Outfitters, we carry and use only the best fly
fishing gear. There is not enough time in our hurried world to worry
whether our chest waders or rain jackets are going to leak. We talk
with K.C. quite frequently and love to listen to his passion for
development of the most useful and high quality fly fishing apparel.
Our shop employees have toured the Simms factory, attended product
seminars and can tell you, K.C. is doing it right.
Simms on their Rivertek Zip Top
Updated with new colors, our award winning RiverTek™ Top is the perfect layer
for almost every season.
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.
We’re delighted to present the new zippered G4 Guide wader, the most
technical wader we’ve ever created. We’re also proud to introduce the
two most competitive waders under two hundred dollars, the first
GORE-TEX wader for kids and a full arsenal of new clothing.
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 Philosophy
"Wherever you find fish, you're going to find fishing guides.
And wherever you find fishing guides, you're going to find Simms.
Guides need gear that is functional, innovative, and can withstand
whatever abuse they put it through.
What does this mean to
someone who's not a professional guide? Anything that's designed to
meet the performance needs of guide is gear you can count on.
Simms the choice of professional guides. And anyone else who lives to fish."
Simms on Simms
“Our Vision
Simms will inspire anglers to pursue the passion of fly fishing by redefining comfort in all conditions.
Our Core Purpose
We
take pride in making world-class products in an engaging team
environment. We provide a rewarding experience for people who possess a
strong work ethic; this is a company where every employee's job is
important to our future success. We are committed to our community and
to the conservation and preservation of healthy fisheries.
Our Core Values
We strive for continuous improvement and innovation. We share a passion for excellence and high quality."
