OUR SUPPORTERS
Real support, real impact. Meet the folks who are helping make Behind The Vise possible!
Corporate Supporters
These are the brands stepping up to support the heart of American fly tying. Whether through gear donations, affiliate proceeds, visibility, or creative collaboration, their involvement helps make this initiative possible — and helps fly tyers across the country keep doing what they love.
Helping fund the mission
Ombraz supports Behind the Vise through affiliate proceeds — 50% of every purchase made through our link helps fund materials, visibility, and direct support for independent tyers.
Fueling creativity, one fly at a time
Dry Fly is supporting the initiative through product contributions and brand visibility — helping us spotlight the tyers keeping the American fly tying tradition alive.
Social Media Supporters
These are the voices helping spread the word.
By sharing stories, spotlighting tyers, and championing the mission online, these supporters play a vital role in lifting up the fly tying community. Their platforms help bring visibility, momentum, and recognition to the craft — and to the people behind it.
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@BradysHandmadeNets
Beautifully crafted, heirloom-quality landing nets made by hand in the USA. Brady’s support helps elevate American fly tyers by sharing their stories, building community, and backing the mission with style and substance.
@Fly.Life.Outdoors
A passionate, one-man operation creating gear, tying flies, and telling stories that connect with anglers. Their support of Behind the Vise boosts American fly tyers, fostering creativity and demonstrating the impact of grassroots energy in fly fishing.
@AfterWorkFishClub
a community of working anglers enjoying evenings on the water. AWFC fosters connection through fishing, friendship, and post-5PM freedom whether it’s redfish at sunset or a fly swap in the garage—chasing stoke, one cast at a time.
@AfueraCoffeeco
Rooted in the wild and inspired by time outside, Afuera Coffee fuels adventure with ethically sourced beans and bold storytelling. Their support for Behind the Vise connects two crafts—fly tying and coffee roasting—both grounded in passion, precision, and people. Together, we’re helping more makers thrive.
@Rys_FliesClt
From tying benches to podcast mics, Ry’s Flies and The Trout Wrangler Podcast celebrate the heart of fly fishing. Through custom patterns, honest stories, and deep community roots, Ry supports American fly tyers by amplifying their voices and helping Behind the Vise grow—one episode, one fly, one cast at a time.
Sydny Thompson
@outsidewithsyd
Fly angler and creator sharing the real, funny, and inspiring journey of learning to fish. Sydny’s voice encourages more women to pick up a rod and hit the water.
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@KetterAtTheCabin
Through cinematic storytelling and thoughtful podcast conversations, Ketter at the Cabin reminds us of the beauty in simplicity. His support for Behind the Vise helps spotlight fly tyers who share that same quiet passion—crafting with intention, creating from the heart, and finding meaning in the process.
Get Involved
Got an idea?
Whether it’s a creative collab, gear support, or something we haven’t thought of yet — we’re all ears. Behind the Vise is built on community, and we’re always looking for partners who want to make a real impact.
Reach out and let’s make it happen.