The Holidays are right around the corner, and we know finding the right gift for a special loved one can be taxing! To make your Holiday shopping go a little smoother, we have put together a carefully curated selection of high-quality hard goods, accessories, apparel, and more for both the angler and non-fishy loved ones on your list!
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Thomas Exocett 88 Fly Rod
As fly anglers, we can't think of a better Christmas morning than pulling out a rod tube-shaped package and unwrapping it and finding a brand new Thomas & Thomas Exocett 88 fly rod. If you have a New England-based saltwater fly angler on your list who looks for every advantage while out on the water, who demands the very best from their equipment, you will have a hard time finding a better gift than the Exocett 88.
The Exocett 88 is handbuilt at Thomas & Thomas' headquarters in Greenfield, Massachusetts, using heirloom-quality components and cutting-edge technology. If Kismet Outfitters could design a fly rod from the ground up to tackle the daunting conditions we face daily, it would look a lot like the Exocett 88. The rod's unique taper is designed to handle the compact, shooting-head-style fly lines we typically use for striped bass and albie fishing.
The Exocett 88 makes quick work of punching out bigger flies through the wind. Help elevate a loved one's fly fishing game this Holiday season by giving them the ultimate New England saltwater fly rod.
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Thomas & Thomas Sextant Fly Rod
The Sextant is another premium fly rod offering from Thomas & Thomas. Compared to the Exocett 88, the Sextant is more of a precision-oriented sniper rifle, whereas the Exocett 88 is a grenade launcher. If you have a loved one traveling to bonefish or permit fish this year, but still want a fly rod with enough guts to handle New England salt, the Sextant is a great option!
Unlike the Exocett 88, which was designed specifically for making quick shots to blitzing fish, the Sextant was designed for sight fishing the flats with true-to-weight fly lines and smaller flies in mind. However, we've guided and fished the Sextant on Martha's Vineyard for years and find it to be an excellent crossover rod for our fishery. You can't go wrong giving either the Sextant or Exocett 88 to a saltwater fly fishing-obsessed loved one this Holiday season.
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Cliff Fly Boxes
Cliff Fly boxes are both a customer and Kismet Outfitters staff favorite for their practicality and price point. Unlike most fly boxes designed to hold smaller trout bugs, Cliff boxes are built to organize and protect the bigger saltwater streamers we generally use while fly fishing Martha's Vineyard in mind.
Fly boxes make excellent stocking stuffers for fly fishermen, and the only thing better than finding a new fly box in that stocking is a fly box loaded with flies. Email stephen@kismetoutfitters.com and he will build a custom box loaded with premium flies for any destination in mind!
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Dr. Slick Accessories
Another great stocking stuffer idea for the fly anglers on your list is accessories from Dr. Slick. The Spartan Guide Knife was developed by Dr. Slick, owner and ace fly fisherman Steve Fournier, to be a practical folding knife with a multi-tool attachment to help tackle any situation an angler might face on a long day on the water. A Pointed shepherd's crook helps clear hook eyes and detangle wind knots, and the knot tyer features a patented slider for quick barrel/nail knots and a screwdriver/bottle opener for screwing and/or opening end-of-day beers.
Dr. Slick's Cyclone Nippers are another Kismet Outfitters guide and customer favorite. The Super sharp Tungsten Carbide blades are mounted on a lightweight 6061-T6 anodized aluminum frame, are saltwater-friendly, and make short work of heavy tippet material and even wire.
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Pliers are essential for saltwater anglers to remove hooks from toothy predators like bluefish safely. Dr. Slick's Typhoon Pliers are the best value we've found in a high-quality, saltwater-proof plier.
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Three Pack Casting Lesson
If you have a loved one serious about getting into saltwater fly fishing or wanting to improve their current skill set, casting lessons with a Kismet Outfitters certified casting instructor are a proven way to take anglers to the next level. While a one-hour lesson is a great way to start, we see the most success with clients who return for additional lessons. Kismet Outfitters is now offering three-pack casting lessons for a discounted rate to encourage commitment to improvement. One-hour lessons are $90, or three lessons for $240!
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YETI Daytrip 14L Insulated Tote Bag
The Daytrip 14L is YETI's largest member of the Daytrip series and is perfect for keeping everything needed for a day at State Beach or on the boat cold.
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Original TurtleBox
The perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiast audiophile on your list. Since getting Turtle Box Speakers into Kismet Outfitters last year, we've been blown away not only by the sound quality but also by their rugged durability. The Original Turtlebox is submersible to 3 feet for 30 minutes (in saltwater!), 100% drop-proof, and stays charged for up to 25 hours.
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Whalerknit Sweaters
Whalerknit is new to Kismet Outfitters for the Holiday 2025 season, and we couldn't be more stoked to have them on board! At Kismet Outfitters, it's essential to work with brands that align with our values, and even better when they produce goods in our home state! Whalerknits manufactures its sweaters in Fall River, Massachusetts, in one of the oldest continually operated textile mills in America.
We love these sweaters for both long, cool days on the water and nights out in Edgartown! The Nantucket Rollneck is made with a lighter, 7-Gage jersey knit that breathes exceptionally well. The Newport Crewneck features a heavier, 4-Gage shaker knit, giving the sweater a nice texture that will age beautifully. Buck fast fashion this Holiday season by giving a loved one a Whalerknit Sweater that will be in their closet rotation for years to come, on and off the water.
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Oyster Bags The Market
The Market from Oyster Bags is a great everyday bag when you need just a little more space. Perfect for your gym gear, yoga mat, or a grocery bag alternative, and even fishing supplies. The larger handbag is made from aquaculture equipment and built to last through the most demanding lifestyles and environments. The Oyster Bag features an internal drawstring pouch to hold your phone, keys, and personal items.
The Market Oyster bag is approximately 20 x 15 x 7 inches.
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You can find these items, and many more, at kismetoutfitters.com. For any questions or additional help with gift ideas, please email stephen@kismetoutfitters.com.
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