New Zealand & Australia Fly Fishing Blog

Primal RAW & MEGA CCC Fly Rods Review | Yoshi Nakagawa
Yoshi Nakagawa puts the Primal RAW CCC and MEGA CCC fly rods through their paces. Find out how CCC technology stacks up for trout and saltwater fishing.
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Manic Fly Collection - Saltwater | Review by Thomas Clancy
Discover top flies for saltwater fish such as tailor, flathead, bream and trevally including clousers and shrimp flies.
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Winter Egg Patterns for Fly Fishing
Discover the best egg fly patterns for winter trout fishing. From Glo Bugs to Soft Eggs, learn which colours to use and how to fish them effectively.
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Primal MEGA CCC Fly Rod | Pro Review
Tom Clancy reviews the Primal Mega CCC fly rod. See how the 8ft 8wt performs for Murray cod, GT, and mangrove jack fishing in tight country.
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Guide Profile – Kiyoshi 'Yoshi' Nakagawa from Hunting & Fishing Northshore
Yoshi Nakagawa is a pro fly fishing guide and the go-to guy for freshwater fishing at North Shore Hunting & Fishing. Hear his tips for anglers heading to NZ.
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Simms Access Boot Review – The G.O.A.T Wading Boot | Andrew Harding
Andrew Harding reviews the Simms Access Boot – a lightweight, grippy wading boot with Vibram Idro outsole. Is it the best wading boot for NZ rivers?
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Fly Fishing the Mataura River | An Introduction
Discover why Gore is the Brown Trout Capital of the World. Your guide to fly fishing the Mataura River covering gear, techniques, and river sections by Chris Dore.
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Aitutaki - The Bonefish Destination
Jakub and mates discover world-class bonefish fly fishing on Aitutaki's turquoise lagoon in the Cook Islands.
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Review | Primal Raw CCC 10' #6 Fly Rod
Hands-on review by Adam Cathor of the Primal Raw CCC 10ft #6 fly rod. Light, powerful, and perfect for lake fishing with sinking lines.
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