Something to consider is the 'beginner package deals' from top manufacturers like 'Sage'. Seems like they bring out a new fantastic rod and a few years later when this model is superseded it becomes...
Liked On: 10-09-2022, 03:22 AM
If you need local flies these guys do great ones: https://www.feathergirl.co.nz/trout-fly-store Identify your target beyond doubt, because you never miss and I'll be missed
Liked On: 09-09-2022, 05:30 PM
Only thing I would suggest that hasnt been touched on is before you buy any set, have a play with the rod and see how it feels. Sometimes you pick up a rod and you can feel straight away if you're...
Liked On: 09-09-2022, 04:08 PM
That's true. I'll buy reels online, but not rods for this reason.
Liked On: 09-09-2022, 04:07 PM
Totally agree. To the OP - don't get one of those god awful fly/spin combo rods. Quite a few quality 4 piece spinning rods available.
Liked On: 09-09-2022, 04:03 PM
Always shop the midweek deals on Wednesday at Marine Deals!
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
Sometimes good deals here and they are a decent bunch to deal with despite being a big company: https://www.marine-deals.co.nz/ I don't think they have an awful lot of freshwater expertise though,...
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
Im with chainsaw on this - if I only had one rod it would be a 6 weight. After 35 years guiding, I think the number of 6 weight rods that clients have used or bought to NZ would be well over 60%, all...
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
This is similar to the 270 vs 308 vs 3006 debate LOL. You’ll get as many opinions as there are fly fisherman, and very much depends what water & what part of country you’ll be fishing. Personally if...
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
I'd go a 5wt. If it's too windy for a 5wt it'll be too windy for a 6wt. 5wt will cover the bulk of water you'd be fishing. Sent from my SM-A528B using Tapatalk
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
Wellington has the Hutt River - a #7 or #8 would still be quite handy there. The Airflo Atom combo below or the Primal Quest combo at H&F ($250 and $300 respectively) are good value at the moment. ...
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 11:30 PM
Can't comment on the gear, but a multi-section rod is a good idea. You might find yourself on a hike, or a hunting trip where something that packs up small is ideal.
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 08:34 PM
I grew up eating trout cooked just like that. After a decade of good eating saltwater fish, I can barely stand trout now, but I'm trying as I still enjoy trout trout fishing when opportunity allows.
Liked On: 08-09-2022, 07:57 PM
No season as such. If for human consumption months with no 'r' in them. Basically winter. Sent from my SM-A135F using Tapatalk
Liked On: 07-09-2022, 11:17 PM
Steak, sausages or mince? Which travels best?
Liked On: 05-09-2022, 09:16 PM