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Winter Fly Fishing Prep – Chris Dore

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Techy Thursday - Winter Prep
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Winter Fly Fishing Prep – Chris Dore

There’s a lot you can do to ensure that you’re ready when those rainbows run.

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How To Fish Winter Midge in NZ Lakes
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How To Fish Winter Midge in NZ Lakes

With little insect activity across the cooler months, the chironomid (or midge) becomes a mainstay in my fly box.

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Top 5 NZ Small Stream Tactics by Nathan Pollard
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Top 5 NZ Small Stream Tactics by Nathan Pollard

Nathan runs us through his top tips for getting a big brown in the skinny stuff.

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Scott Session Fly Rod | Pro Review
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Scott Session Fly Rod | Pro Review

The Session fly rod fits right in between the Centric and the G Series. It's what Scott calls a 'fast with feel' action.

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Primal Revel CS 9’ 6” 6wt Review | Rebecca Bailey
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Primal Revel CS 9’ 6” 6wt Review | Rebecca Bailey

Being an avid fly fisher I’m always keeping up with the latest gear so it was no surprise that the new Primal Revel CS caught my eye. It may be new...

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Primal RAW CCC Fly Fishing Rod Review | Nathan Walker
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Primal RAW CCC Fly Fishing Rod Review | Nathan Walker

The Primal RAW CCC fly rod is a great option for anglers of all skill levels who are looking for a high-performance rod at a great price. It is a v...

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Guide Profile – Kiyoshi “Yoshi” Nakagawa from Hunting & Fishing Northshore

Guide Profile – Kiyoshi “Yoshi” Nakagawa from Hunting & Fishing Northshore

WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU DO? My name is Kiyoshi Nakagawa. Originally from Japan I have been living in New Zealand for 25 years. I am a professiona...

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McKenzie Hydro Canals Map - Complete Fishing Guide

McKenzie Hydro Canals Map - Complete Fishing Guide

When it comes to fishing, landing monster trout from the Twizel Canals has all sorts of hearsay and conjecture. Whether you are for it or against i...

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The Guide To Fishing The Tongariro River
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The Tongariro River | A Guide To Fly Fishing In Taupo

The iconic Tongariro river is the quintessential fly-fishing river. Combined with its raw beauty and desirable characteristics it just keeps callin...

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Five Tips For Fly Casting
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Learn how to cast a fly rod

With a little bit of practice and keeping these five key fly casting essentials in mind, you'll be hitting the other bank with the tightest of loop...

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