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A Guide to Saltwater Fly Fishing NZ

Saltwater fly fishing in NZ has seen a rapid rise in popularity over the recent years, and for many, the aggressive tug from saltwater species prov...

Product Reviews

Headwaters Chest Pack Review | Nathan Pollard

The new Headwaters Chest Pack from Simms is a game-changer for anglers looking for a lightweight, functional, and convenient way to carry all the g...

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Simms Dry Creek Rolltop Waterproof Fishing Pack Review

Backpacks for fly fishing, this the ONE piece of equipment that I could talk about for days on end! As a passionate advocate on the merits of a pac...

Buying Guide

Simms Freestone Pack Range | Which One Does What?

Choosing a pack, vest or fly fishing gear storage system has always been a bit of a journey to find out what suits you best as an individual. Itäó»...

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Exploring and finding new rivers to fish in New Zealand

I could write an entire series of books on this topic, but hereäó»s a very brief overview of how I approach exploring new waterways in New Zealand....

Locations

18 inches (a shade below 3lbs) being the average size

but during a good rise the angler will find himself with countless opportunities for deceiving free rising southern trout. How you handle the excit...

and even throughout the spinner fall

those prospecting the bases of ripples with a suitable nymph or wet fly can pull up some good fish. Traditional wet flies such as the dark red spin...

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McKenzie Hydro Canals Map - Complete Fishing Guide

Ever wanted to chase 30lb rainbow trout on the McKenzie Hydro Canals? Yeah, we thought so. This is your no-BS, spot-by-spot guide to all 30 fishing...

Fly fishing the Tongariro River, Taupo, New Zealand

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The Tongariro River | A Guide To Fly Fishing In Taupo

There's a reason anglers travel from all over the world to fish the Tongariro — it's just that good. We've cut through the noise and put together o...

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Learn how to cast a fly rod

Learning how to cast a fly rod doesn't need to be complicated. In the article below we outline the five essentials of fly casting and how to apply ...