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Women Fly Fishing – 9 Tips & Reasons to Get Started

October 26, 2021August 22, 2021 by Leigh Johnson
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You’re curious about fly fishing and wonder why some men are mad keen on it? Is now the time to try out fly fishing for yourself?  Here are some essential tips and reasons to get … Read more

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Making a Practice Leader for Fly Casting. Explained

September 12, 2021August 18, 2021 by Leigh Johnson
Leigh Johnson casting practice

So you’re new to fly fishing and your casting sucks! The best way to improve is to get outside and practice your casting technique on the grass. You don’t need a river or lake.   But … Read more

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Why Trout Grow Big – Especially in New Zealand

December 17, 2022June 4, 2021 by Leigh Johnson
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Fly fishing for supersized New Zealand trout is a favored activity for both locals and international tourists – because we grow trout big here!  Here’s why.  Trout grow big as the result of four combined … Read more

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Looking After My Fly Fishing Line? – A Complete Guide

May 24, 2021May 16, 2021 by Leigh Johnson

I started to wonder if cleaning my line would help after noticing it was getting harder to cast. It sure did!  As a fly fishing beginner with a questionable casting technique, here’s what I’ve learned … Read more

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Wading Boot – Multi-Brand Sizing Chart for Best Fit

February 28, 2022May 15, 2021 by Leigh Johnson

Searching through the many online shops to find information about how to choose the best fitting wading boots is painful because there is no one answer.  That’s until  I put together this sizing chart from … Read more

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Women’s Wading Boots – How to Choose Your Size?

February 28, 2022May 14, 2021 by Leigh Johnson

Success!  I’ve just bought my first pair of fly fishing wading boots.  They fit perfectly. ? Here’s how I navigated the process of choosing the right size – even when buying online.  Woman’s Wading Boot … Read more

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Do you wear socks with wading socks when fly fishing?

January 25, 2022May 9, 2021 by Leigh Johnson
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You’ve finally bought a pair of wading boots and neoprene socks so you can have some protection and be comfortable while wading in summer.  And now you’re trying to decide what to wear inside your … Read more

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What’s a Fly Fishing Rod? – A Beginner’s Guide

September 22, 2021May 8, 2021 by Leigh Johnson

I’ve called myself a fly fisherwoman for more than 30 years and love that I get to use specialist equipment.  I’m a gadget girl! ? The first item you need is a fly rod. Let’s find … Read more

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Leigh Johnson

Hi,  I’m Leigh.  I love sharing my passion for fly fishing and road-tripping around New Zealand in our truck camper.

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