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24 Jul

This One’s For The Girls…

Posted by the fisherbabe, under Gear Reviews, fisherbabe

It’s been a LONG time since I did a post for all the fisherbabes out there, but I thought this would be the perfect time to discuss some of my favorite products that I LOVE for all those trips where running water may not be a luxury that is afforded. These products are also great for camping or in those particular situations where the bathrooms are so EEEEWWWWYY that they do not require an explanation…you all know which ones I mean!! Britney Spears may love to party barefoot on nasty infested bathroom floors, but this diva does not!!! So the following products are ones that I have found to be essential to ensuring that I still feel like princess even when sitting in the outhouse!!

1. Neutrogena Make-Up Remover Wipes

These are THE BEST make-up remover wipes that I have found on the market yet!! I have tried many, many different types of these wipes, but the Neutrogena brand has always been gentle and refreshing. These wipes are the best because they are resealable and very gentle. They do NOT need water to work as they are pre-moistened. PLUS, you do not need to rinse your face after using them. Therefore, these are the the MOST portable wipes that I found so far!! I even use them at home!!

http://www.neutrogena.com/

2. CoverGirl Lip Stains

I LOVE THESE STAINS!!! They really stay on!! I think they speak for themselves, and I even wear them when we go out because I know that I will not have to refresh them at all!! I really can just slide some chapstick on my lips throughout the night and be done!! This is really important when you’re on the water, because you still want to look pretty but who wants to take out a mirror or a compact. That’s just silly!! These are great because you put them on in the morning before heading to the lake and you’re done!! I suggest slicking any type of chapstick with a sunblock over the top for an all day dose of sun protection AND a nice sheen!!

http://www.covergirl.com/

3. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock

I am a huge fan of this sunblock because I have very sensitive skin. As I previously stated, I have used Neutrogena for many years because I know I can always count on the gentleness of the product. This sunblock is really great because it comes in protection up to 100!! Plus it also doubles as a great under makeup moisturizer!! Its dry touch which means its not at all greasy and great feeling on the skin!!

http://www.neutrogena.com/

4. Clinique SuperBalanced Make-Up

This is my favorite type of make-up for all kinds of reasons. First of all, it feels great on the skin because YOU CANNOT FEEL IT!! It’s the first makeup that I have found that really feels like you are wearing nothing when you have it on. It also stays on great all day!! I like to mix it with a moisturizer (50/50) and set it with a light pressed powder when I am on the water. I mean I LOVE to fish…but I wanna look pretty when I do it

http://www.clinique.com/

5. Colgate Wisps

These are great. They are pocket sized and can fit right into your tackle box. They have a bead of freshness in the middle and little bristles to clean and freshen after a meal in the boat…I mean every fishin’ diva knows that we are all so awesome that there is always a chance their boat mate might try to steal a kiss!! Better be ready girls!!

http://www.colgate.com/

6. Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant

Princesses have to smell sweet at all times. Close your ears if you are reading this guys so you can keep thinking girls don’t sweat!!

Even if you do not need prescription strength deodorant, this is a smart buy. It allows you to wear those layers and layers of clothing without worrying about sweating!! Plus, if you are some place hot! hot! hot! it takes care of you in your bikini!!!

http://www.secret.com/

7. Green Rootine Dry Shampoo (Sephora)

I LOVE DRY SHAMPOOS…and this one has the brush attached. How Convenient!! This shampoo cleans and refreshes hair without the use of water!! We all know weight limits are a problem when you are flying into a great fishing location. You cannot afford to bring along extra cosmetics and hair supplies. However, this does not mean we want to look like old hags by the end of the week. This dry shampoo comes in two different colors (light and dark) and works so well to refresh hair mid week!! Beautiful hair and big fish…what fisherbabe could ask for more!!

For all you blonde fisherbabes like me, I also want to suggest a cheap alternative. Sometimes, if I do not have time to shop before leaving, I will just throw some loose translucent power in my bag with a brush. This works great for blondes and gives you a quick lift and the appearance of a highlight. Plus, its quick and cheap!!

http://www.sephora.com/

8. Smooth Away Hair Removers

Ok Girls…I saved the best for last. This thing is a miracle!!! They really do work and come in sizes that fit perfectly for legs, underarms, and the bikini area. I HATE not being able to take my razor and shaving cream along with me on the trip. But the weight restrictions suck. PLUS I never like to put chemicals into the lake that aren’t ABSOLUTELY necessary. This product ensures a sexy, goddess like hair-free body even 4 days into a 10 day (running water-less) fishing trip in the wild!!

http://www.getsmoothaway.com/

Ok Girls…there you have them – my all time favorite products to keep your inner princess happy the whole time you fish.

Guys – I apologize for the girlie post, but even you guys should use the sunblock!!! Have a great rest of your weekend!!

Happy Shopping ~

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

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16 May

I Am Completely Offended and Frustrated…

Posted by the fisherbabe, under Gear Reviews, fisherbabe

by the fact that there are no cool and interesting clothes for women who fish. I have been searching and searching for weeks trying to find some waterproof pants that would be good for fishing and have good mobility and stretch without making me look like an enormous puffy man. My question is always why can’t they make a good quality “ski or board” type pant for us fisherbabes out there? I mean something that lets our men know that they have an actual woman in the boat with them and not just their old fishing buddy Bob?

Now I love ski and board type pants for fishing for several reasons. First of all, the have a nice amount of pockets on them that zip or fasten. This is important for us ladies because we like to keep things like chapstick and a compact mirror handy and within easy grabbing reach. And…besides our own things…we have to keep chapstick, sunscreen, and other small items for our guys who think they won’t need them but by the middle of the day are begging for just a swipe of your pink tinted chapstick. This means you carry two types of chapstick to save him the embarrassment of wearing lip gloss in all his pictures with his 50 inch fish!!

Secondly, ski or board type pants have a great fit for women. They cup and enhance and show off our good bits and hide the wobbly ones. They have a great line straight from the hip to shoe which ensures that any body type looks very chic. Also, they are usually a bit higher waisted which ensures a nice showing off of the booty area and less showing off of the usually a problem tummy area.

Thirdly, this pant is waterproof AND warm all on its own. Usually just one thin base layer is good enough to keep you plenty warm while moving down those slopes. This means that you do not have three pairs of jeans and a pair of hikers underneath your rain pants. Believe me…I look much slimmer and much hotter in my ski pants that my 8 pairs of base layers and Cabelas Khakis underneath my thick gore-tex rain pants…why can’t we just get an all in one style so we don’t all look like elephants. I mean…elephants are cute…but they aren’t sexy!!!

Another good thing about this type of pant is that they are usually made of some sort of waterproof, yet stretchy material. Which means your man gets to appreciate the tight butt while you are still able to move around and be totally comfortable. They are sexy and comfortable…which almost never happens in fashion as is proven by the lovely but torturous stiletto heel. This “sexy yet comfy” combo never occurs with outdoorsy type clothing.

The final and most important reason I think there needs to be this type of pant made for us fisherbabes is because the pants are the most important part of the fishing outfit. Yes…I said outfit!! Girls are girls regardless of whether they are dressed up in fancy lace lingerie or hitting the lake with her boys. I think a sexy girl should be able to feel like her sexy self no matter the setting she is in. It is my personal belief that more women do not fish because of the nasty crap that goes into it like the gross over sized clothing that you are expected to wear. Now… I am sorry, but if I have to mess with fish guts and blood…I wanna look freakin fabulous while I’m doing it…

And this is why I am frustrated by my lack of great fishing fashion. You boys look so super sexy in your tight jeans and sexy rain gear…with your baseball caps on and your sunglasses and us girls just look like a big blob of coveralls and over sized boots. I guess I will keep searching…maybe I should design my own line of fabulous yet perfectly suitable fishing fashion for women…hmmmmmmmm…

Happy Shopping…

LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe

15 Feb

Where Are All The Fisherbabes…

Posted by the fisherbabe, under fisherbabe

Okay…so I have been doing my research on all the fishing sites out there on the World Wide Web. I have come to the conclusion that either there really aren’t that many of us out there…or girls that really love fishing have some self confidence issues and do not want to be featured on the web. If the latter is true, then I am sad.

I started with a search of “fishing and girls” and came up with a couple of sites selling gear “especially made for women”. I am not interested in these types of sites because I use the same gear my husband uses and it rocks. Seriously, the best you can find anywhere. I mean, why do I need “special gear” because I am girl? Anyways…other than those sites, there is not anything that pops up.

Second, I try “fishing babes.” I will admit, in retrospect, I can see the similarity to a porn search, and that is what I got…a bunch of photos of girls doing disgusting things with fishing rods. Okay, maybe that wasn’t such a great idea. So next, I try “girls who fish”. This turns up a few sites that are mildly interesting but nothing like what I see on some of my favorite blogs and websites for fishing. I guess it is still a really male dominated sport, and I can see why that is. Most girls do not wanna get their hands dirty. This I can understand…I wear gloves. HEY…fish are slimy!!

Anyways, the more I started thinking about it, the more I realized that there are no fishing shows that feature girls as the resident fishing know-it-all, nor are there any magazines that really feature articles by women who fish. I am gonna give the sport the benefit of the doubt and assume this is because not a lot of women go out of their way to demand that magazines and tv channels put in some women. This isn’t such a bad thing. I certainly learn from the articles that men write on the various aspects of fishing, and I always enjoy the fishing shows.

I guess what I do not understand is why there are only two choices for women who are interested in finding other women who fish: a site trying to sell them a pink rod and reel set or porn. Maybe things will change…maybe more women will see that fishing is not just a man’s sport anymore. Although, I am not counting on it.

Maybe things will change when Gucci starts producing a platform, patent leather boat shoe that will repel water and has 800 gram Thinsulate and Chanel produces rain gear with the attributes and quality of gore-tex but featuring the fashion giant’s signature logo. LOL…I will stop now.

Have Fun and GO FISHING!!!

~LIZZY aka The Fisherbabe