Published 4/7/2022

SAGE R8

The R8 brings your fishing to the next level with an improved axial fiber formulation, and advanced hoop fibers that hold blank in the optimal cylindrical shape. It provides effortless energy transfer while also being more durable.

Through more than 40 years of innovation, the R8 is the latest revolution to the fly rod industry from Sage. This rod is made to fish, not just to cast.

SAGE ARBOR XL

This technical reel features an all-new extra-large arbor for ultra-fast line retrieval and a narrow spool that makes level-winding effortless.

Featuring the tried-and-true Sealed Carbon System drag package tuned for optimum performance and a one revolution drag knob for reliable and repeatable pressure, the fully-machined ARBOR XL brings tested performance to an upgraded package for the most demanding of anglers.

With the weather warming up, we're as excited as anyone to bag some peaks that the snow and ice have covered all winter. Or to shred down the trails on our mountain bikes (we are a cyclery shop after all).

But seasoned Adirondack residents know that mud season is the most precarious for our precious trail systems. The saturated, soft, and delicate trails need this time to toughen so that erosion doesn't ruin it for everyone.

That why we support the Barkeater Trails Alliance when they advise "If you're leaving tracks, turn back."

See the science behind it, plus how to get involved on the BETA website.

While we wait for the trails to firm up, now's the perfect time to stop in and get your bike tuned! Our technicians can get your squeaky ride to a well-oiled machine in no time. Don't forget: any bike purchased from HPC gets free tune-ups for life!

Learn more at our Bike Service & Repair webpage.

New Arrival: Smith Helmets

Always protect that noggin! We have a wide selection of helmets ready for you to try. Find the one that's right for your head and setup.

New Arrival: Patagonia

From waders to baselayers, and Houdini jackets to shorts, the newest load from Patagonia is well-worth your perusal. Our staff loves the lightweight layers that you strip off as the chill leaves the stream.

Comfortable lodging in an ideal location for families and groups!

Reservations for our three Main Street Lodges are available starting in April.

Our new Lakeside Cottage on Lake Placid is available now for both short-term and long-term rentals.

Contact us to book your lodge.

Learn more on our website.

Go on an adventure of a lifetime with our expert guides!

• Hike the 46ers
• Climb technical rock faces
• Canoe/Kayak raging rivers
• Crush trails on mountain/road/e-bikes
• Fly fishing/Spin Fishing

We personalize trips your goals and skill level: great for beginners, intermediates, experts, and families

Half Day | Full Day | Multi Day

Private - Group - Family - Custom Tours

Lodging available on site!

Reserve your dream trip today!

Visit our website for our full catalog.

April 9: April Après on the Cloudspin Deck with Annie in the Water

• Hosted at the Whiteface Mountain
• Enjoy live music, food, and drink specials in-between carving turns!

April 17: Full Moon Hike

• Hosted at John Brown Farm
• Gather at 7pm for a glorious hike under the Adirondack sky. Dress warmly!

Plus tons of special events at local pubs and restaurants that have our mouths watering!

40's and rainy, all weekend long

Hiking Report: Unless it's firm or covered with snow and ice, now's the time to give the trails a break for mud season. And with rain forecasted, it's not looking promising.

Biking Report: Same deal with mountain biking. If you can brave the weather, consider riding the road or a gravel trail.

Skiing Report: The list of open lifts and trails at Whiteface is growing shorter by the day. 5/11 lifts and 45/90 trails open as of April 6th. Mt. Van Hoevenberg is even worse with only 1 trail and 5km open.

• Current Whiteface Conditions
• Current Van Hoevenberg Conditions