Fishing Hints Tips and 'How to' articles

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Thanks to NZ Fishing News magazine and a number of fishing journalists, we have been able to bring you a great range of 'How to' articles.There's a lot to learn about fishing and the more you know, the more you realise just how much you don't!

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Which Clips for Saltwater Fishing?
March 2024

How to choose the right clips for saltwater fishing applications... Read More >

How To Fish with Dropper Rigs
March 2024

Adam Clancey shares his tips for fishing with dropper rigs... Read More >

Expert Tips for Topwater Fishing
February 2024

Grant Dixon talks to the experts about their tips and tricks for topwater fishing... Read More >

Charter Fishing Hints
February 2024

Grant Dixon explains how to make the most of your fishing charter... Read More >

How to Pot for Crays: Tips from the Experts
February 2024

Crayfish potting is a popular summer activity that provides the opportunity for all Kiwis to harvest them. CRA 2 Rock Lobster Management Company share tips.... Read More >

Trout Fishing Techniques in Floods
February 2024

Greg Morton shares his tips for fishing for trout in high water situations... Read More >

Fishing Hauraki Gulf Spring Workups
January 2024

How to fish the spring workups in the Hauraki Gulf... Read More >

Lure Fishing for Snapper in Deep Water
December 2023

How to target snapper on lures in deep water... Read More >

Tips When Fish Aren't Biting
December 2023

Putting a feed of fish on the table over the holiday season is not always easy. Sam Mossman suggests some tips and techniques to help achieve... Read More >

Choosing Your Mainline (Part 2)
November 2023

Previously, we looked at how nylon can still be king when used with some techniques. However, there’s no denying the huge impact braided lines have had... Read More >

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    Softbait Fishing - Part 1 - gear selection

    John Eichlesheim writes an article about selecting the right equipment for softbait fishing... Read More >

    Softbait fishing Pt 2 - tips and tricks

    Techniques, tips and tricks of softbait fishing – getting the most from your soft baits.... Read More >

    Surfcasting - setting yourself up

    Gary Kemsley helps sort out the necessary gear for intending surf fishers.... Read More >

    Squid - How to catch them

    Squid fishing is a rapidly growing aspect of fishing - Paul Senior shares some hints and tips to get started.... Read More >