How did you use the product? (explain the fishing, tying, travel, or general ways you used the product to give context review)*

I used this product to carry flies and gear when getting out of a drift boat to swing a run for. Most recently, I did this on the American River fishing for steelhead and shad. I liked the sling for several reasons: 1) it keeps the gear I need all in one place in the boat, so I don’t have to look all over the place to get organized; 2) The sling holds a lot- including very large fly boxes that I typically use from a boat; 3) the sling is waterproof so its immune to occasional water splashes and submersions, plus it floats. Specifically, I prefer to use a sling pack when swinging because the form factor allows me to keep my front side trim and clean to minimize line catching. I also find slings valuable in traditional walk/wade situations.

What were you impressed with about the product (what are the best things about it and what makes it unique amongst others)

I have used many of the Thunderhead series products, but this is the first I have used with the new TRU zip zipper. The new zipper is smoother, less prone to hanging up and is easier to use, ensuring the sling maintains a watertight seal. I have used other, non-submersible slings in the past and found them lacking in one way or the other.

What were you impressed with about the product (what are the best things about it and what makes it unique amongst others)

I have used many of the Thunderhead series products, but this is the first I have used with the new TRU zip zipper. The new zipper is smoother, less prone to hanging up and is easier to use, ensuring the sling maintains a watertight seal. I have used other, non-submersible slings in the past and found them lacking in one way or the other.

Is the product a good value for the money?*

While the price is a bit steep, I think the material and construction material are very high quality and quite durable (based on past experience) and it well worth the money.