Gillies began with a breakthrough: the first waterproof zippered wader that actually worked. While giants like Patagonia and Orvis dominated the market, we stepped onto the global stage and turned heads at international trade shows, proving innovation doesn’t wait its turn.

Rooted in heritage, our name comes from the Gaelic word “Ghillie”, the trusted fishing guide of the Irish and Scottish rivers. That spirit of guidance and tradition inspired the creation of the Gillies Fly logo. It quickly became more than just a mark on gear… it became a symbol people connected with — anglers and adventure-lovers alike.