Yes, I wash my vest. There is no such thing as Luck, Karma, Mojo or fishing Gods who prefer smelly dirty vests or hats either. I catch the same number of fish in my clean vest as I do when it gets a little ripe. There is no honor or merit badge in filth & stench. Do you guys pray to the underwear Gods too?? EEEEEEWWWW!!!
Gasp! Unbeliever...heretic...
Children, please leave the room.
Oh mercy!
Actually, I wash all my hats, even the fishing hat. Some luck is best washed away.
The most valuable thing I've learned about fly fishing is just how little I really know.