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The Headwaters collection by Simms is something special and sets new standards! It combines waterproof materials and water-resistant zippers with numerous technical features. We took a closer look at the Headwaters family, and together with Stefan Schmid from Fly Fish Europe (FFE), we show you in our videos what makes these packs so unique.
With the bags from Simms' Headwaters series, functionality is at the forefront of fishing! All bags impress with individually designed spacious interiors and numerous external options to organize your tools and accessories. Whether you're heading to the water for a quick session after work or spending a long day at the river: The Headwaters series from Simms offers the perfect model with enough capacity to keep your gear organized and secure.
You can choose between Backpack (28L), Sling Pack (12L), Hip Pack (10L), and Chest Pack (8L). All are made from 100% waterproof material and feature water-resistant zippers that protect your valuable equipment from moisture – a major difference compared to most other fly fishing bags on the market, where the focus is either on waterproofing or functionality. In short: All models from the Headwaters series by Simms combine the best of both worlds, setting a new benchmark!
Material Benefits:
- Durable and water-repellent 630 Denier High-Density Oxford Nylon fabric
- TPU-coated front and PU-coated back
- Coated waterproof YKK Aquaguard zippers
Simms Headwaters Chest Pack - Perfectly combining form and function
Simms Hip Pack (10 liter capacity)
The Hip Pack from the Headwaters series offers plenty of storage space inside, which can be optimally organized with individually adjustable dividers and a bottle holder. Additionally, the large protected fly patch on the front makes it easy to change flies quickly. If necessary, it can be removed to create even more space for fly boxes, etc.
Additional details:
- The main compartment features movable dividers for customized organization and storage
- Compression-molded workstation with fly patch for easy fly changes on the water
- Magnetically closable slip pocket behind the workstation
- The removable water bottle holder offers a mesh carrying option on both sides of the backpack
- Compression straps provide additional security and stabilization
- The stowable and adjustable shoulder strap offers additional load distribution
- Rod loops on the side compression wings provide multiple attachment points
- Two zipper pockets on each side of the hip belt for easy-access storage
- Capacity: 10L
- Dimensions: 30 x 18 x 23 cm
- Weight: 839g
Simms Headwaters Backpack (28 liter capacity)
The innovative Headwaters Backpack combines a 100% waterproof main compartment with water-resistant additional pockets. These are not only accessible through the magnetic roll-top closure but the backpack also has a horizontal zipper. Behind it, there is additional space for a laptop, tools, and accessories. Like a Sling Pack, you can access the bag by pulling it forward over a shoulder strap.
Additional details:
- Unique integration of a fully waterproof roll-top liner into the main compartment with magnetic closure
- The interior of the main compartment is secured with Velcro at the bottom and can be flipped for cleaning or drying
- Top slip pockets and front pockets
- Side opening to the main compartment for convenient and quick access to the items you need on the water
- Laptop sleeve and divider in the side access compartment
- The shoulder straps are equipped with a docking station for the retractor, a mesh pocket for your phone, an integrated fly patch, and two webbing loops for attaching the Headwaters chest pack
- Mesh carrying function and water bottle pocket on the sides of the backpack
- Removable hip belt with pockets on both sides
- Capacity: 28L
- Dimensions: 28 x 27 x 56 cm
- Weight: 1.49 kg
Simms Headwaters Sling Pack (12 liter capacity)
The well-thought-out Sling Pack from Simms not only offers plenty of storage space and many attachment options but also features a clever net holder. A special highlight is the ability to wear the pack on both shoulders. It comes with an ingenious strap system with labeled tabs for wearing on either the left or right shoulder.
Additional details:
- Ambidextrous design provides a comfortable carrying solution for all anglers
- Compression-molded workstation with fly patch for easy fly changes on the water
- Magnetically closable drop-in pocket behind the workstation
- Docking station for retractors on the side and drink holder in the main compartment
- Webbing on the back of the shoulder strap offers several attachment points for premium comfort
- The chest strap and shoulder strap feature a side buckle for easy on and off
- Mesh holster on the bottom of the backpack
- Capacity: 12L
- Dimensions: 38 x 19 x 18 cm
- Weight: 816g
Simms Headwaters Chest Pack (8 liter capacity)
The Simms Headwaters Chest Pack is a spacious chest bag that features cleverly placed zippers for an ideal view of the interior. Thanks to the small backpack, which can also accommodate a hydration bladder, it is perfectly balanced.
Additional details:
- Combines a fully equipped chest bag with a simplified back compartment featuring an integrated net holder slot and D-ring
- The back compartment is hydration-compatible and provides enough room for an additional layer
- The back compartment is removable, and the chest bag is compatible with all Simms waders or the Headwaters backpack
- The chest bag comes with a fold-out strap that wraps around the body to secure the bag when used with Simms waders or the Headwaters backpack
- The chest bag contains a main compartment with dividers and a compression-molded workstation with a fly holder for easy fly changes on the water
- Magnetically closable slip pocket behind the workstation and a zipper pocket with key clip on the side of the chest bag
- Retractor docking station on the side of the chest pack
- Mesh pocket on the bottom of the chest backpack
- Stretch mesh pocket specifically for floatants
- Capacity: 8L
- Dimensions: Front: 28 x 14 x 22 cm // Back: 23 x 8 x 32 cm
- Weight: 771g
Our Conclusion - Perfectly Combining Form & Function
The Headwaters bags fill the gap between the waterproof product families 'Dry Creek' and 'Dry Creek Z' (with waterproof zippers) and the primarily technical packs from Simms – for example, from the Tributary series. The combination of waterproof outer materials, water-resistant zippers, and a variety of clever, thoughtful features is truly unique, making the Headwaters bags something really special in our eyes.
If you're looking for the perfect solution to store and organize your gear on the water efficiently and neatly, the backpack, sling pack, hip pack, or chest pack from the Headwaters series by Simms are the ideal choice. Not only do form & function align perfectly, but you can also be sure that your valuable equipment will be well-protected from moisture. This is truly unique!
Simms Headwaters Backpack - 28 liter capacity, a waterproof roll-top main compartment, and many practical features
