PRO STAFF TEAM

Nick Mayer, Founder

Nick has been a fly fishing addict ever since he caught his first striper on a fly in the 8th grade on a fiberglass 7 wgt. A former marine biologist, Nick had the opportunity to travel a bit casting flies in fresh and saltwater and has landed over 50 different species on the fly. His fly fishing drive has evolved over time to the point now where he pursues just the few truly memorable fish. "Musky get into your brain. You loose sleep over them, analyze them, idolize them. It's my obsessive experience hunting these guys that inspired me to create Predator Fly Gear. The folks who are dedicated enough to chase down fish like these have a strong sense of identity and I wanted to create a brand that describes and celebrates our unique breed." Nick guides for Stream and Brook Fly Fishing, primarily targeting pike. Nick is also an award winning fish illustrator who was presented with the 2016 Billfish Foundation Artist of the Year award. He designs all of the artwork for Predator Fly Gear. His work is sold in over 30 countries around the globe and is a regular contributor to Anglers Journal Magazine. You can check out his artwork at: nickmayerart.com, Instagram, & Facebook at @nickmayerart.

Elton Bonneville, Pro Staff

PRODUCT DESIGNER & MODEL. Born with a passion for the water and driven by the pursuit of hard-fighting fish, Elton Bonneville brings dedication, experience, and authenticity to every cast. From chasing striped bass and albies on his SeaCraft, to pike and musky on his raft, fishing has become more than a hobby—it’s a lifestyle. He lives on his vise at night with an Old Fashioned and visions of roosterfish and striped marlin in his annual migration to Baja. Known for a relentless work ethic and appreciation for both the hunt and the craftsmanship behind the sport, Elton values time on the water, conservation, and sharing knowledge with fellow anglers. Whether stalking shallow-water stripers, hunting fast-moving albies, or traveling in pursuit of new species and experiences, he approaches every trip with the same mindset: stay hungry, stay learning, and respect the fish. As a pro staff member, Elton represents the sport with passion, integrity, and a genuine connection to the fishing community. His goal is simple—to inspire others, promote quality fly gear, and continue pushing limits on and off the water.

Kris Danaher, Pro Staff

Kris Danaher is the founder of NE Bus Builds, a relentless New England angler, and a certified force of nature on the water, known simply for being FAF. Equally at home chasing chrome-sided chaos in the tropics or grinding cold northern banks, Kris brings a hard-earned, no-shortcuts approach to every fishery he touches. His résumé includes winning the 1st prize cash purse at the Nicaraguan National Tarpon Tournament, where he stuck a tournament-winning tarpon on a #2 Gummy Fly, proof that big moments often come down to confidence, creativity and one deadly tiny little fly. When he’s not building adventure-ready rigs or chasing tarpon in far-flung waters, Kris can be found in his home waters of New Hampshire and New England, pounding the banks with tandems for muskies. He’s the kind of angler who thrives where patience, grit, and a little controlled madness meet, hunting apex predators in tight quarters and earning every eat the old-fashioned way.