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Sunday, April 20, 2008

Manic Takes Over Airflo, C&F Design and Scott

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MANIC TAKES OVER AIRFLO, C&F DESIGN AND SCOTT

Manic Tackle Project has been announced the sole distributor for Airflo Fly Lines, C and F Design and Scott fly rods for the New Zealand market. Airflo's Sales Director Gareth Jones states we've been working  with Rene Vaz for over ten years now in various capacities and we are extremely excited to be involved in his latest endeavour, Manic Tackle Project. The tackle industry requires specific knowledge and quite simply, Rene Vaz gets it.

Rene Vaz adds, we're very fortunate to have some great relationships around the world in the fishing industry and we're glad to be dealing with three suppliers who all share the same views as us in terms of wanting to put back into the sport we love.

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Thursday, April 10, 2008

Taihape's Small Streams

Taihape's Russel Anderson is a well known guide and fly tier. I had a great day fishing with Russell along with Gareth Jones the Sales Director for Airflo in early April. Russell took us to one of his favourite creeks just out of Taihape and introduced us to his spider pattern (which is sold commercially by Umqua). After catching a handful of fish I was happy to kick back and watch Gareth line up fish after fish.

NEW ZEALAND FISHING GUIDE TROUT NZ SOUTH ISLAND FLIES NORTH

Gareth is a truly outstanding angler. We were testing the new tactical trout Ridge lines from Airflo but I was more interested in seeing how Gareths rods were performing, he fished an 8'8" Scott G2 #4. The little rod had plenty of power to handle even the biggest fish whilst also having the perfect action for delicate presentations. All of the fish we came accross seemed well programmed to sip down Russells Spiders. It was a great day, I had never fished the area before and once again I learnt a lot watching a master at work.

NEW ZEALAND FISHING GUIDE TROUT NZ SOUTH ISLAND FLIES NORTH

Straight after this trip I ordered a Scott G2 and started working on the agency for New Zealand, I've also loaded a fly box full of Russells Spiders.

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Tuesday, April 01, 2008

MANIC TACKLE PROJECT IS LAUNCHED

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MANIC TACKLE PROJECT IS LAUNCHED - 01 April 2008

Rene and Susan Vaz are turning their dream into reality and helping get even more New Zealanders turned onto fishing. Their new business venture, Manic Tackle Project is about getting high quality, affordable fishing equipment into the hands of New Zealanders as well as a sophisticated online space for keen anglers to learn more, share tips and hints and keep up to date with the industry. The business will focus on designing and distributing leading edge fishing tackle for expert anglers and for those wanting to learn more about the sport.

Manic will mix product development with a strong commitment to developing the tackle market by creating a resource for new anglers in the form of online tutorials, instructional and educational videos. Manic's website is designed as a community base for anglers to give their feedback on product development and even product selection from suppliers.

Rene Vaz has an extensive knowledge of the industry having been the General Manager of New Zealand's Composite Developments for six years. Rene is also a qualified casting instructor and ex New Zealand fly fishing representative.

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