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Just gaff it!

September 2024

Last issue we looked at using landing nets, which requires less skill – even complete novices can be coached through the netting process by an experienced angler. When netting, the important thing is ...

2 weeks ago

Sometimes it’s better to just hang on and wait for a gaffed fish to stop struggling! The gaff hook here is of the diamond design. PHOTO: NZ FISHING NEWS

Just gaff it!

September 2024

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August 2024

Get The Net!

If the fish is quite modest in size and well hooked, it should be possible to lift it into the boat by holding the lure or trace. However, bigger fish...

2 months ago

July 2024

Chilly fishing

The planet might be warming, but we can still expect several months of cooler weather.

2 months ago

DIY Boating

Re-propping my outboards

When it comes to choosing propellers for any boat, a fair amount of trial and error is required to get the performance you want.

2 months ago

June 2024

What a drag!

Properly set, a reel's drag system prevents busted lines and lost fish, but too much drag can be hard on anglers.

2 months ago

DIY Boating

DIY Descaling

An overheating secondhand outboard needed descaling and flushing to unclog its cooling passages. Norman undertook the task himself.

4 months ago

Fishing

Fishing smarter with lures

A typical day’s fishing can cost between $100–200 in bait – expensive when compared to a couple of $20–25 slow-jigs or $10–15 worth of soft-baits.

5 months ago

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Just gaff it!

September 2024

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Just gaff it!

September 2024

2 weeks ago

August 2024

Get The Net!

If the fish is quite modest in size and well hooked, it should be possible to lift it into the boat by holding the lure or trace. However, bigger fish...

2 months ago

July 2024

Chilly fishing

The planet might be warming, but we can still expect several months of cooler weather.

2 months ago

June 2024

What a drag!

Properly set, a reel's drag system prevents busted lines and lost fish, but too much drag can be hard on anglers.

2 months ago

Fishing

Fishing smarter with lures

A typical day’s fishing can cost between $100–200 in bait – expensive when compared to a couple of $20–25 slow-jigs or $10–15 worth of soft-baits.

5 months ago

April 2024

The Catch: Spare the rod

I have seen lots of rods broken in lots of different ways. The vast majority of breakages were preventable.

6 months ago

March 2024

CYO mackerel

Skyrocketing bait prices could make justifying regular fishing trips more challenging for budget-conscious anglers. Perhaps it’s time to catch your ow...

6 months ago

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Get The Net!

Chilly fishing

What a drag!

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The Catch: Spare the rod

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