Nov 14, 2024

3 Days Fly Fishing Remote Kosciuszko Trout Streams | Pat Ryan and Mickey Finn Hidden Camp

Tumut fly fishing guides Pat Ryan and Mickey Finn spend three days hiking and camping alongside remote trout streams in the heart of backcountry Kosciuszko National Park. A backpacking adventure...

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Oct 17, 2024

Sage Payload Fly Rod Review | Streamer and Saltwater Weapon + What Lines To Use

The Sage Payload is a serious fly rod for throwing serious flies to serious fish. With components and a flex tailored to fresh and saltwater use, the Sage Payload is...

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Sep 26, 2024

What Flies To Use On The Tumut River | Early Season Fly Tying Guide

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...

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Sep 26, 2024

How to Prepare for Fly Fishing Season | Gear Maintenance and Fly Tying Before Trout Opening Weekend

With the NSW trout season just around the corner, Pat presents perhaps the perfect pre-season prepper. From finding holes in leaky waders to tying keys flies and cleaning your fishing...

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Sep 19, 2024

Is the Redington Field Kit the Best Fly Rod Combo? | Redington Field Kit Long Term Review

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,...

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Aug 1, 2024

Patagonia Wading Boot Lineup | Forra, River Salt, Foot Tractor Comparison

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...

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Jul 4, 2024

Sage R8 Core First Impressions and Review | Sage R8 696 - 9'6" 6wt

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"...

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Jun 13, 2024

First Impressions of the NRS Riffle Packraft | Trout Tested on the Tumut River

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...

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May 30, 2024

Waders vs. Wet Wading | Pros & Cons | Everything You Need to Know

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...

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May 16, 2024

Guided Fly Fishing Day with Starlo & Garry McDonald | Drift Boat Fly Fishing on the Tumut River

You may remember Steve Starling (Starlo) from years of Aussie fishing adventures. You may also know Garry as Norman Gunston. Well, the pair are now some of our most memorable...

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May 2, 2024

What's in Pat's Fishing Bag? Daily Fly Fishing Gear + Patagonia Guidewater Backpack Review

From a million and one fly boxes to snake bandages and sunscreen, Pat runs us through what he keeps in his fishing bag for a day on the water. Having...

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Apr 18, 2024

Patagonia Swiftcurrent Waders Comparison | Features Explained | Swiftcurrent, Expedition & Zip Front

Patagonia offers a premium, comfortable, and feature-packed line of waders that we at Tom's Outdoors absolutely love! Pat and Anne run us through the features of the Swiftcurrent in both...

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