Tackle Week 2026: The best new fly fishing gear for Canadian waters, from the river to the vise

For a look at more of the year’s best new conventional fishing gear, also see our round-up of 2026’s best new lures; rods, reels & lines; electronics and apparel & accessories.

Even in tough economic times such as these, the fly-fishing world continues to offer dozens of exciting new products—whether they’re from large corporations exploring the latest technologies, or small companies developing totally new concepts. After surveying this year’s many new offerings, here are my top picks to help Canadian anglers enjoy more memorable days on the water during the year ahead.

Best Tying Material

UNI-SOFT WIRE EXTRA SMALL

Long a renowned maker of fly-tying threads and other spooled products, Quebec-based UNI has added this extra-small-gauge soft wire to its line-up of small, medium and large wire offerings. Available in black, olive, silver and yellow, the new extra-small wire measures just 0.006 inches in diameter, making it ideal for creating tags and ribs on small flies with delicate bodies. Learn more: www.uniproducts.com