The most commonly used line for trout fishing is monofilament or nylon with a breaking strain of 4 to 6lb. Experienced fishermen might go as low as 2lb when targeting small trout in very clear water. Anglers targeting trophy trout or steelheads might go as high as 12lb. The line you fish with might just … Read more
Brook trout, Brook Char or Salvelinus fontinalis are native to the Eastern United States, from the Appalachian Mountains all the way north to the Hudson Bay basin in Canada. Brook trout were first brought to New Zealand in the 1877, and the acclimatisation societies released them widely across the country. Most of the liberated fish … Read more
With the recent waves of hot weather, I find even walking the dog is exhausting. When it is hot the trout we love to catch also struggle as water temperature raises. In the middle of summer with high temperatures and low flow, trout fishing is difficult. The trout are not being fussy, as the temperature … Read more
Enjoy some of New Zealand’s best underrated trout fishing in Tarnsdale, Ashburton Lakes and Lake Moeraki. These lakes offer great fishing and breath taking vistas. New Zealand is world famous for its trout fishing. Most trout anglers come to fish the rivers. In doing so, they are missing out on some spectacular lake fisheries. Below, … Read more
It is a struggle to find a telescopic rod that I will recommend for trout fishing. While researching for this guide, I researched and tested over twenty models and to be upfront. Most of them were disappointing. The problem most telescopic rods suffer is poor guide placement. The distance between the guides are far from … Read more
Most of us care deeply about the trout we catch and the continued health of the fishery. When releasing trout, we want them to survive, thrive, and reproduce. A trout that dies shortly after release, is the worst possible outcome. Over the years, there has been a lot of controversies over which hook type damages … Read more
Struggling to catch your first trout? This guide gives basic guidance on catching your first trout. Plus how to learn the secrets of a trout river. This guide assumes you already have a lightweight fishing rod, spinning reel, and a selection of lures. If you do not have suitable fishing equipment, I suggest following the … Read more
Sitting at home with the rain falling brings up the question: is trout fishing in the rain worthwhile? Rainy weather can be an excellent time to trout fish. Trout are not only more active, but they are also generally in the mood to feed. That is because rain lowers water temperatures, increases oxygenation, and dislodges … Read more
There is nothing I enjoy more than escaping into the wilderness for a few days of pristine mountain air and wild fish. When fishing remote areas, you need to ask yourself. Is the plan to establish a base camp, and return every night. Or will you keep hiking along the river and camp down whenever … Read more
Been invited for a camping trip, and have no fishing gear? Below are my thoughts on what represents the best value for money trout or panfish fishing kit for some casual fishing. Perfect for someone who might fish once or twice a year but nothing serious. Handline – The Cheapest Way To Fish The cheapest … Read more
