Product Reviews
Dean Silvester talks Simms Apparel
We ask Dean Silvester what he thinks of Simms apparel and how it has changed the way he fishes.
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Primal MEGA CCC Fly Rod | Pro Review
If you’d asked anglers only a few years ago what they thought of the Primal range of fly rods, most wouldn’t even know what they were, let alone ho...
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Auckland Marker Kingfish On Fly
Fly fishing for kingfish on Auckland's marker poles and buoys is amazing fun and the gateway to a bigger addiction.
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How to handle a tough day on the river
New Zealand fishing legend and Professional Guide, Chris Dore, lends some advice on what to do when the fish just ain't biting. Tough days We’ve a...
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The Effectiveness Of Fly Fishing With Streamers
Trout like meat, and that’s a fact not lost on us here at Manic. However, before you tie on that huge chunk of feather and fur there are a few cons...
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Pro Review | The Hyper Humpy from Manic Fly Collection
The Blowfly - this generation's Royal Wulff. Never a replacement, but the perfect accompaniment which holds its own. It's the all round, high floa...
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Simms G3 Guide Wading Boot | Review
For some years now i have been a massive fan of Simms wading boots, especially the Flyweight versions, however, that has in recent years changed a...
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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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How To Fly Fish
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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How To Fly Fish
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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