Sight fishing for huge browns in New Zealand's gorgeous landscapes and crystal clear waters. Monster takes, BIGGER fish. It's the stuff dreams are made of... at least the dreams of anybody who's even somewhat familiar with the prolific fishery.But did you know those browns (much like in the United States) don't really belong there? Nope, … Continue reading History of Brown Trout in New Zealand
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Stu's Superior Flies
Although I've never been to New Zealand (it's on my bucket list), I've always been a fan of Stu's Fly Shop from afar even purchasing a few odds and ends from them over the years. There's just a vibe of fun, without any pretentiousness. It's how it should be done.Stu dropped this video the other … Continue reading Stu's Superior Flies
Gear Review – The Dead Drift DVD
Anybody who knows me also knows that my tenkara rod fully telescopes every time I think about fishing in New Zealand. So when Steve from Stealth Films dropped me a note about a month ago offering up a copy of his DVD "The Dead Drift," there was no way I was going to turn that … Continue reading Gear Review – The Dead Drift DVD
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First day of July. Wow, the keg that is 2011 is halfway kicked.Is it gonna be hot as balls where you are this weekend?If so, remember it's winter in New Zealand...at least that's what René Vaz and the crew from the Manic Tackle Project tells us.So stop being a sweaty mess of mush and check out … Continue reading Insert Witty Title Here
Stu's, Where Fishing is Fun
Quickie post out of me today. See, I typically write these posts the night before you read them (at least you on the East Coast), and work got in the way last night.It's performance appraisal time at the old j-o-b. Actually had to write my self-evaluation, which is always a good time. Finding the balance … Continue reading Stu's, Where Fishing is Fun