
Fly Fishing How To's and Films
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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 a perfect Australian all-rounder. Mickey runs through the awesome features of the rod and shares his favourite lines and reels to pair it up with.Read now
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What Flies To Use On The Tumut River | Early Season Fly Tying Guide
Read nowIt'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...
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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 bag after winter, these tips will set you straight for a successful season!Read now -
Is the Redington Field Kit the Best Fly Rod Combo? | Redington Field Kit Long Term Review
Read nowAs 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...
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Patagonia Wading Boot Lineup | Forra, River Salt, Foot Tractor Comparison
Read nowAfter 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...
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Sage R8 Core First Impressions and Review | Sage R8 696 - 9'6" 6wt
Read nowThe 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...
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First Impressions of the NRS Riffle Packraft | Trout Tested on the Tumut River
Read nowThe 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...
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Waders vs. Wet Wading | Pros & Cons | Everything You Need to Know
Read nowTo 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...
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Guided Fly Fishing Day with Starlo & Garry McDonald | Drift Boat Fly Fishing on the Tumut River
Read nowYou 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 clients here at Tom's Outdoors Guide services. Starlo and Garry...