Dore's Mr Glister Tungsten Streamer

When big backcountry browns won't play ball on dries or nymphs, it's time to go on the offensive. Chris Dore's Mr Glister Tungsten Streamer is the go–to!

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The New Simms Riparian Camo Range Has Arrived

Stealth isn't a fashion statement. It's a science. Utilising exclusive patterning created by Veil Camo, a leader in scientifically-engineered camouflage, Simms offers you a full range of waders and...

Whether you rock up to your favourite trout stream or to new waters abroad, chances are by choosing a green caddis imitation you are immediately on the right track. Both the Hydropsyche (net buildi...

When it comes to building niche, American-made, high-end fly rods, there is simply none better than the Scott Fly Rod Company . At Scott, they very rarely make changes to their range of rods – so w...

Red wine and AC/DC is a pretty sweet setting for reviewing a new fly rod and Kirk Deeter of Angling Trade Media certainly knows how to get himself in the moment. This review of the new Scott Centri...

The New Scott Centric Fly Rod Is Here

It’s been a while between drinks, seven years to be precise, but the wait is finally over. Say hello to the new Centric fast action freshwater fly rod from Scott. The now iconic Scott Radian quic...

Friday Fly Day - Kyle's Creeper

Early season means often unpredictable flows and when October opens low and clear, I often feel uneasy as to what is to come. With the ground already loaded from run off and winter moisture rainfal...

Friday Fly Day - Whitebait Flies

So the fishing has been slow the past few days but by changing flies regularly and switching up the retrieve, enough fish have been coming to the net in the estuary. When I switch out my whitebait ...

Last season I spent five days guiding a regular client of mine, Jack Alvernaz, on some local waters, this gave me a chance to try out some exciting new flies in the Manic Fly Collection. These flie...

One of the good things to have come out of 2020 so far has been the resurgence of the good old Kiwi holiday. New Zealanders have been flocking to renowned local hotspots, previously deterred by the...