Flylords Magazine: Small Business Spotlight
"Small Business Spotlight: Backcountry Skinz" highlights the Calgary-based company founded by brothers Mike and Kelly Reaume. Recognizing the limitations of traditional waders for backcountry fishing—such as issues with leaking, overheating, and bulkiness—they developed the AIRBLITZ neoprene leggings. These innovative, perforated wading pants are designed to offer breathability, mobility, and comfort in extreme conditions. Made from a blend of nylon, spandex, and neoprene, they regulate body temperature, protect against insects and abrasion, and fit like a second skin. The article also discusses the company's commitment to creating versatile, durable, and affordable gear that enhances the angling experience, as well as their plans for future product development and expansion into retail stores.
Sports Illustrated: Best Fly Fishing Gear of 2024
In the Sports Illustrated article "Fly Fishing Best of 2024: Gear That Improved Performance," author Ken Baldwin reviews standout fly fishing gear from the past year. He emphasizes the importance of quality polarized sunglasses, highlighting Bajio's customer service in addressing lens fogging issues. Baldwin also praises Easy Shrimp Eyes' lightweight stripping basket for its innovative design. Additionally, he recommends Angelo Peluso's book, Fly Fishing the Surf, for its comprehensive coverage of surf fly fishing. Lastly, he commends Backcountry Skinz's Z-series wet wading pants for enhancing comfort and protection in challenging conditions.
Backcountry Skinz in Action – YouTube Review
The YouTube video titled "Backcountry Skinz Leggings for Fishing, Hunting and Watersports" introduces Backcountry Skinz, a Canadian company specializing in high-quality fly fishing wading leggings. The video showcases the design and functionality of their neoprene leggings, emphasizing their suitability for various outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and watersports. It highlights the leggings' features, including durability, comfort, and performance in diverse environments.
Yardbarker: Why Our Compression Pants Are the Future of Wet Wading
Embark on an unforgettable Canadian bull trout adventure, as two passionate Canadians, Kelly and Alex, join forces with American angler Max from Vermont. This intrepid trio, known as 'charaholics,' immerse themselves in the deepest reaches of the backcountry, where they encounter the highs and lows of their journey. Witness the awe-inspiring growth of the majestic bull trout, adorned with stunning pre-spawn colors, as their touching story unfolds. From head to toe, they don our reliable backcountry skinz, putting our gear to the ultimate test. In a sea of videos claiming to capture the essence of backcountry bull trout expeditions, it is when passionate charaholics unite that true bull trout miracles are destined to transpire. Share this remarkable adventure with friends and relish the awe-inspiring beauty of Canada's bull trout.
Deep Dive Gear Test – Backcountry Skinz Wading Review
The YouTube video titled "This product could change a fishing industry forever" features a review of Backcountry Skinz's neoprene wading pants. The reviewer discusses the pants' design, highlighting their comfort, flexibility, and suitability for various outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, and watersports. They emphasize how these pants offer a practical alternative to traditional waders, particularly in terms of mobility and adaptability to different environments. The video also showcases the pants in action, providing viewers with a visual demonstration of their functionality.
