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Dr. Slick Lanyard
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SKU: dr-slick-lanyard
Overview
Built for anglers who want essential tools organized and close at hand, this lanyard is designed to carry a practical mix of fly-fishing accessories without adding unnecessary bulk. The adjustable elastic shock cord, padded collar, and shirt clips help keep it positioned during deep wading or when bending over, while the included caddy, retractors, floatant holder, and waterproof fly box provide a ready layout for gear you already own. It also adds a 10 lb. break-away safety connector and compression O-ring clips for portability. The loaded version includes nippers, a clamp, a hook file, and floatant for those who want a more complete setup out of the box.
Why Hunters Choose the Dr. Slick
Adjustable Elastic
Padded collar for a customizable
Includes Tippet
Spool caddy, two RPD retractors,
Ready Accept
Your existing tools, fly boxes,
10 Lb.
Break-away safety connector adds a
Compression O-ring
Clips and shirt clips help
Key Features
- Adjustable elastic shock cord with padded collar for a customizable fit.
- Includes a tippet spool caddy, two RPD retractors, floatant holder, and waterproof fly box.
- Designed to accept your existing tools, fly boxes, and gear.
- Features a 10 lb. break-away safety connector for added security.
- Compression O-ring clips support portable gear attachment.
- Shirt clips help keep the lanyard from swinging while wading or bending.
Best Used For
- Anglers wanting a ready-to-load neck system for organizing essential fly-fishing tools and accessories.
- Deep-wading users who need shirt clips to help keep gear from swinging while moving or bending.
- Hunters and anglers who prefer a compact, wearable setup with break-away safety protection.
- Fly fishers building a portable tool kit around existing spools, boxes, and accessories.
- Users who want the loaded version with included nipper, clamp, hook file, and floatant.
Specifications
| Adjustable Elastic Shock Cord | Yes |
|---|---|
| Break Away Safety Connector | 10 lb. |
| Compression O Ring Clips | Yes |
| Condition | Unloaded |
| Floatant Holder | Yes |
| Included Tools | NSJO Nipper, C5G Clamp, HFG4 Hook File, Bug Jelly floatant |
| Loaded Version | Available |
| Long Description | Unloaded: Adjustable elastic shock cord with a padded collar, tippet spool caddy, two RPD retractors, floatant holder, and a waterproof fly box make this item ready to accept your existing tools, fly boxes and gear. Extra features include a 10 lb. break-away safety connector, compression "O" ring clips that allow portability of gear, and shirt clips to keep the necklace from swinging away from you when deep wading or bending over. Loaded: Same as the Neck/Tip but with all the gear you need to get going now. Includes NSJO Nipper, C5G Clamp, HFG4 Hook File and Bug Jelly floatant. |
| Padded Collar | Yes |
| Retractors | 2 RPD retractors |
| Shirt Clips | Yes |
| Short Description | Unloaded: Adjustable elastic shock cord with a padded collar, tippet spool caddy... |
| Tippet Spool Caddy | Yes |
| Waterproof Fly Box | Yes |
Pros
- Adjustable elastic shock cord with padded collar for a customizable fit
- Includes tippet spool caddy, two RPD retractors, floatant holder, and waterproof fly box
- Ready to accept your existing tools, fly boxes, and gear
- 10 lb. break-away safety connector adds a practical safety feature
- Compression O-ring clips and shirt clips help keep gear secure and positioned
- Loaded version includes nipper, clamp, hook file, and Bug Jelly floatant
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The unloaded version is a carrier only, so you’ll need to supply your own tools, fly boxes, and gear before it’s fully functional.
- The loaded version includes specific starter items, but it still centers on a fixed kit rather than a fully customizable setup.
- The break-away safety connector is a useful safeguard, but it also means the system is designed to release under load rather than stay permanently secured.
- The shirt clips and padded collar are built for stability, yet the lanyard format still keeps gear worn on the body, which may not suit anglers who prefer pocket or pack storage.
Suggested Comparisons
- Fly fishing lanyards
- Fly fishing tool organizers
- Tippet spool holders
- Fly boxes
Suggested Accessories
- Tippet spool caddy
- Fly box
- Retractor
- Floatant holder
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes with the Dr. Slick Lanyard in the unloaded version?
The unloaded version includes an adjustable elastic shock cord with a padded collar, tippet spool caddy, two RPD retractors, a floatant holder, and a waterproof fly box. It is designed to accept your existing tools, fly boxes, and gear.
What is included in the loaded version?
The loaded version includes the same lanyard setup plus the gear needed to get started: an NSJO Nipper, C5G Clamp, HFG4 Hook File, and Bug Jelly floatant.
Does this lanyard have any safety or retention features?
Yes. The description lists a 10 lb. break-away safety connector, compression O-ring clips for portability of gear, and shirt clips to help keep the necklace from swinging away when deep wading or bending over.
Can I use my own fly-fishing tools with this lanyard?
Yes. The unloaded version is described as ready to accept your existing tools, fly boxes, and gear.
Is the fly box waterproof?
Yes. The long description specifically includes a waterproof fly box.