Universal Pack - Fly Fishing Starter Kit

Delighted with the care and attention from Nell.
Lovely to see a small business putting out great products.

I’ll be sure to stop in for a coffee next time I’m nearby!

The kit contains all you need (apart from Rod, Waders etc😄) to give you a full day on the river. No cheap foreign import stuff either. Fulling mill kit and better. The belt... well, what can I say. The quality is better than anything else like it that I've seen on the market. Hand made, and only top materials used. The buckle is Alpine military grade, and you'd feel confident hanging out of a plane on it! We spent a day fishing with Oscar, and the belt was the only resource that he needed to source all that was required for the days fishing. Designed by a fishing professional, I don't think you'll find anything better.(and no, we are not related!)😄👍

Loved it so much I bought two ❤️💪🏻✅💯❤️

Well made, perfect for travelling light fishing and a great match with the belt.

I bought this as when wading, or even bank fishing all day, I wanted something to support my lower back to save it from aching. Having seen the quality of the bags etc that Oscar & Nell sell already, I didn't hesitate buying the belt. It is so well made with quality materials, the clasp is like nothing you can buy elsewhere, and I just know it will last. The design is well thought out, as I knew it would be, with a net holder etc. I would recommend for anyone who is looking for a quality wading belt, the fact it can be used to hold the net and has D rings for other things to be attached is an added bonus.

Extremely well made and great service from Oscar. It's Great to be able to buy something locally made that will last forever. Thanks

I'm the proud owner of the 1. and 2. edition of this pack. I loved the 1. edition because of the simplicity - yet it had some flaws regarding some not so well thought of add-ons (metallic rings, connected to back belt to wear on waders). The new one on the other hand with already integrated D-rings aswell as some perfect adjustments to the inside is plainly perfect. I fish 90% on small lakes, so I also wanted some straps to wear as a "sling-pack". I reached out to Boatsfield, got an immideate response and they solved my need. Considering the quality of craftsmanship, material, the ideology of the company and the service gained - this is the best, thought-through package (not just pack) I've ever encountered. You deserve to succeed!

Great quality product, would benefit from some internal dividers/pockets though.

Perfect size and well made.

Beautifully made functional pack for fly fishing.

Fits the big sea trout box or the summer dry fly gear with space for sunglasses etc too!

Excellent customer service, great product

Extremely pleased with the build quality of the wading belt/Nidd bag system. I've spent a great deal of time researching these for a wading belt/bag system and this range came up trumps. Exactly what I was looking for, a sustainable high quality/ durable bag. The company ethos just finishes this absolutely fantastic brand off. It won't be my last purchase from these guys!
P.s I love the transparency of company goals on the website! A great initiative with a very clear insight

Absolutely in love with this pack !! So simple, practical and lightweight I like to keep things basic when fishing so I can explore the riverbank and ideal for bike fishing.

A brilliant piece of practical quality gear - ideal for travelling light when used in conjunction with a lanyard.

I like to travel light when fly fishing so try to fit everything into my fly vest but the shape and size of fly boxes etc makes this impossible. Needed a pack so I didnt have everything loose in my backpack and this does the job and then some. Can actually get a lot into this pack and really appreciate the the extra velcro for attaching more items to the outside. Really happy with this pack. Superior quality material as well.

Really robust, well made, and great looking product. I’d been looking for a fly fishing pack for a while, but didn’t want the “neon nylon” type. This is a perfect size, made of tough material, and practical when coupled with the belt, for a day on the river. Super service. What’s not to like?

I've had my pack a year now and over that time I've used it as a sling bag, on a belt, and attached to my waders using the accessory clips (These clips also came in handy for attaching the pack to a backpack).

It is a versatile pack that, for me, fits just what I need for the fishing component for the day out. Be it used standalone for a short session on a river, with or without waders, or part of an all-day setup with a backpack.

The construction is bombproof and I love the character of the material as it starts to age.

So many of my little fly boxes now have velcro on them since they sit so well on the front of the pack for easy access.

I've been lucky enough to fly fish for pleasure around the world for over 40 years and have accumulated a lot of kitchen sinks' worth of clutter and 'stuff' that frankly I rarely use...I now only fish for wild trout in naturally wild, peaceful places with minimum tackle and simplified techniques ...can't thank Nel, Oz, and the BEAR team enough for crafting the perfect companion for my special days in the great outdoors.., my NIDD fishing pack is SO fit for purpose...I love it...a place for everything and everything in its place....bespoke designed from the real-world experience of fly fishing at international competition level...it certainly gives me bags of pleasure :)

These guys are building something good, by doing good ...can't recommend them, their products and services highly enough.

All the best, many thanks, Trevor

“Simplify. Identify the essential. Eliminate the rest.”
Leo Babauta

Belt very well thought out and made. Very practical and comfortable. The net holder is so well positioned that you forget that you have your net on your back! And when you need it, it's so easy to handle and secure with the lanyard metal loop! Fabric used and buckle designed to last the lifetime!

Can't fault Bear made, ordering from start to finish was perfect. My new wading belt has arrived, craftsmanship is faultless its bang on, I haven't had a chance to test it yet but will do shortly. My only gripe is that I emailed the day after ordering as another colour became available and I wanted to switch, however I never recieved a response from Bear. Other than that its a great product that looks and feels like it will last a lifetime and beyond.

Brilliant wading belt that’s been getting it’s fair use every week. The buckle system is fantastic and never slips or comes loose. The net holder, holds a nice size net that I like to carry. A few other nice features is the metal loop on the left hand side to attach a net lanyard to or even hand my water bottle from. On the right hand side I attach my rod 3rd hand rod holder to the outer black band. In short it’s a belt with many useful tools to go with it and it feels like there’s also added back support that comes from the shape of it. One thing for sure I’ll be lost going to the river without it!

Fantastic. This is my 4th purchase from bear and I’m never disappointed. Such a lovely little business

The Nidd Fly Fishing Pack is quality. Made with passion and fits my needs, when I use it on any belt.
And great service too! Thanks! :)

A fantastic product, beautifully well made!! I've found this pack very well thought out and does exactly as advertised - it lets you carry a sensible amount of fishing kit in a compact and very comfortable system. No problems taking all the essentials for trout or grayling fishing thanks to the clever design. Super versatile when coupled with the conversion clips and Bear belt too. I particularly like the high water resistance of this product without having to deal with a stiff waterproof zipper, as other packs on the market offer if looking for something that can deal with some rain. Amazing value for a pack of such super quality!!

Brilliant product from a brilliant company , I’ve added this to my bear backpack and bear fly rod .

Very good, didn't take loads of surplus non used gear. Orange inside helps to find forceps and floatant. Easy to use zip, secure and worked well. Enough room for a couple of big boxes and fullers earth. Wish I had it years ago.

Love it! I'm all about the minimalist gear setups when I'm fishing in wild territory—I've got not interest in lugging around my whole survival pack just to snag some trout. This holds everything you need conveniently, it's beautifully crafted, and it looks great to boot.

Fantastic product great personal service