Precision Fly and Tackle Opening New Shop in Allison Park (Pittsburgh)

[TerrellBFly]

Literally work down the road from this spot. Stoked to see a brick and mortar that I can swing by to pick up stuff.

 

[Arminacast]

Home | PA FLY CO

www.paflyco.net

This place is in Mt Pleasant. I've always wanted to check it out but never have.

I purchase about half of my fly tying needs here, I think its a great shop. The owner does a great job of putting together tying classes and seminars.

 

[ianpcook]

Hot dang! As a Pittsburgher, this is fantastic news. I'm on Rt 8 a lot (hold back your jealousy), so this is absolutely perfect. I'll be one of the people @ahhofmeister notes will buy more than they can use. Just like I do at hardware stores and outdoor outfitters!

They should figure out how to partner with PWWTU to sell supplies before Bar Flies nights at Howard's.

 

[pheasant tail 2]

I've visited the PA Fly Co over the past few years. It's on the way to my place in the Laurel Highlands. He seems like a nice enough fellow and I'm glad to support a small business owner.

 

[Nocktavius]

yay more corporate fly shops

 

[TimMurphy]

yay more corporate fly shops

Dear Nocktavius,

If that is a vote for zero fly shops other than in destination areas, then just say it.

Otherwise just, fill in the blanks, F---! 😉

Regards,

Tim Murphy 🙂

 

[Cougarbaby]

5.6 miles from me I'll stop, looks like it's across for the old Glenshaw glass co.

 

[Cougarbaby]

Allegheny angler under the Tarentum bridge dabbles in fly fishing,not strictly but the one guy who works there will tie you up anything, he's currently working on some streamers for me as I don't tie,just throwing that out there for those of us that don't tie

 

[RisenFly]

Not anymore. We also had Fly Stop in New castle for a brief time in the last few years.

Keep in mind though, having a shop within an hours drive of Pittsburgh is different than being convenient to all Pittsburghers. If you have to drive across or around town to get there, you probably arent dropping in every week to grab a spool of tippet or pack of marabou.

I think the consumer wins in this case. International is a fine shop, but it is not TCO or Neshannock as far as inventory goes. Likewise, Risen and PFT will deliver a different selection and cater to a different customer (with overlap of course.)

This is Ryan the owner of Risen Fly Fishing. It’s been great to see this part of our state expand in terms of shops and fly fishermen since I opened my shop 6 years ago. We personally have introduced a ton of new anglers to the sport and helped the casual angler enjoy it more and turn it into more of a full time hobby. Yes the Western part of the state isn’t the destination of waters you see in the central part but we have some good home waters and plenty of places to fish and explore. Happy to see PFT join us over here. I’ve had some great conversations with Justin over the past few years and knew he had plans to come this way for a while now. There’s plenty of room over here for everyone and we shop owners appreciate all our customers both regular and drop ins. If you’re over in Western Pa, be sure to check out all the shops here as they are all unique and have great products and services.