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With the cormorant plague wreaking havoc on southeastern Australia's trout waters, many anglers are finding their local fishing experiences increasingly lackluster. It’s time to look across the ditch to New Zealand’s North Island, where trout fishing remains as abundant and...

New Zealand's South Island is a mecca for fly fishing addicts, offering some of the most diverse and pristine waters in the world. From crystal-clear rivers and challenging backcountry streams to lush lakes and tarns, the South Island has it...

A Holiday for Anglers: How to Combine Your Christmas Break with Fly Fishing For many of us, the Christmas holidays are a time to relax with family, but if you’re an avid fly fisher, you may find yourself dreaming of...

Choosing the right fly fishing reel can significantly impact your experience on the water. Two common types are cast and machined fly fishing reels, each with distinct advantages. Here's a quick guide to help you decide which one suits your...

When selecting backing for a flyfishing reel, two common options are gel-spun braided backing and Dacron backing. Both have their advantages and drawbacks, depending on the type of fishing you're doing. Understanding the differences between these two materials can help...

I will begin by prefacing this article that it is not an intensive fishing article on how to Spey fish in Australian waters. This article is more of a generalised overview of Spey fishing with a primary focus on swinging...

Good flyfisher’s that fish a lot, and care for their rods, go decades (or a lifetime) without breaking one. They understand how a rod is designed to bend - and how it’s not designed to bend. Yes rods have warranties...