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What to bring on a guided float fishing trip: rain gear, polarized sunglasses, sun protection, a dry bag and your license. Most guides supply rods and flies. Estimated prices and where to buy.
Printed from https://www.legendaryflygear.com/gear/kits/guided-float-trip — estimated typical prices, not live prices.
Estimated typical price, not a live price — check the retailer. Typical US ranges by tier, before tax and shipping; reviewed Oct 12, 2026.
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What the guide brings, what you bring, how the day runs.
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9′, 5–6 weight
Most guides supply rods. Bring your own only if you know it well — and ask first.
Est. $250–$500each · mid-range · not in total
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Depends on season and whether you'll get out to wade — ask the outfitter.
Est. $250–$450pair · mid-range
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Instead of the waders above: the same job, cut for women's proportions. Women's models from Simms, Orvis.
Est. $250–$450pair · mid-range · not in total
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Clean soles; no studs unless the guide says so
Ask before bringing studs; many guides don't want them in the boat.
Est. $150–$230pair · mid-range
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Clean soles; no studs unless the guide says so
Instead of the boots above: women's lasts and sizes. Women's models from Simms, Orvis, Korkers.
Est. $150–$230pair · mid-range · not in total
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10–20 L
Keeps phone, layers and license dry in the boat.
Est. $25–$45each · mid-range
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Guides carry tools, but your own make re-rigging faster.
Est. $12–$25each · mid-range · not in total
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No shelter on the boat; a shell also blocks wind on cold mornings.
Est. $120–$250each · mid-range
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A women's-fit shell cut to sit over waders. Women's models from Simms, Orvis.
Est. $180–$350each · mid-range · not in total
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Polarized
You'll watch a dry fly or indicator all day; lenses also protect your eyes.
Est. $80–$180pair · mid-range
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Hours on open water.
Est. $25–$40each · mid-range
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Reflected sun burns faster than you expect.
Est. $10–$16each · mid-range
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Easier than reapplying sunscreen to arms and neck.
Est. $40–$70each · mid-range
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Protects the backs of your hands on long summer floats.
Est. $20–$35pair · mid-range · not in total
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Sun and wind protection for neck and face.
Est. $15–$25each · mid-range · not in total
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River mornings are cold, even in summer.
Est. $50–$90each · mid-range
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Outfitters carry PFDs; bring your own inflatable only if you prefer it.
Est. $90–$150each · mid-range · not in total
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Evening floats can be buggy.
Est. $9–$14each · mid-range · not in total
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Guides typically carry one; bring personal medication.
Est. $25–$45kit · mid-range · not in total
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Tipping is customary; ask your outfitter what's typical.
Not a purchase. Ask your outfitter what is customary.
Buy it before the trip and carry it on you.
Set by each state; resident and nonresident fees differ. Find your state fish & wildlife agency
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