It's that time again to fill the fly boxes with bugs that'll work year-round but are tailored towards the beginning weeks of the season. Tumut River fly fishing guide Pat Ryan twists up some of his go-to patterns and speaks...
As far as kit rods go, the Redington Field Kit is right up there with the cream of the crop. Boasting high-quality components, a fantastic Rio Premier Gold fly line, and a Redington Run reel, the field kit is perfect...
Our guides Mickey Finn and Pat Ryan teach the art of fly fishing, from the basics like the rod and reel to choosing a fly and how to fish different bodies of water. Whether you're a curious beginner or an...
Nine times out of ten, carrying the right gear instead of all the gear is the way to go. Fly fishing guide Mickey Finn shares what he carries on a day out guiding, from drifting the Tumut River to power...
After spending over a decade non-stop in a pair of wading boots, Pat runs through Patagonia's lineup including the brand new Forra, the River Salt and the Foot Tractor with sticky rubber and aluminium bars. Pat shows the features of...
The R8 is Sage's flagship fly rod, and our fly fishing guide, Mickey Finn, couldn't wait to get his hands on one. Mickey's model of choice is the 9' 6" six weight. In this video, he discusses why he chose...
The NRS Riffle is a game-changing fishing-specific packraft perfect for lakes, rivers, streams, and anything else in between. Before the trout season closed, Pat gave the Riffle a spin down the Tumut River and shared his first impressions on the...
To wade or not to wade? That is the question, and Pat's going to answer for you! Pat covers the pros and cons of wading vs wet wading, why you might choose one over the other and why you might...
