27/04/2026
Well, it's been a great season. Many great fish to the net, good times with good friends, and a few odd ball species taken... today I put in a good effort fishing both the headwaters and the confluence of a favorite local. I pulled an old war horse from the headwaters which rounded out the seasons Browns well, and even managed a local Rainbow which is the first I've landed in 3 seasons in my area... the South Island has been a lot of fun but I think it's time to head home and hit the North again for a while. Until next time South Island 😄
24/04/2026
Good making the most of the last few days of season, I found a lot of good fish in spawning colors and a few larger Jack's scrapping in the system. I didn't manage to pin one of the bigger models but plenty to the net regardless. Fish will soon be sweeping off the odd patch of gravel for redds to spawn on... tight lines all and enjoy end of season...
Manic Tackle Project
28/03/2026
Photo dump time...
From a recent trip touring the South Island with good mate Nathan Carrasco. Can't beat summer sight fishing 😁
Running the Manic Tackle Project Primal Reccy 8ft 4wt, Primal Zone 10ft 4wt, as well as the legendary Dabbler 9ft 5wt by Kobus Lotter
11/02/2026
Shot out for a 2hr mish today to recon some new water. I'm starting to find the odd spring creek, and they're not easy but a lot of fun...
05/12/2025
There's nothing better than that next pool...
13/10/2025
Was hard fishing today but managed to find this guy in some soft water feeding away good battle on the trout classic 8ft 4wt good times with