Fly Fishing Equipment
Listed below is the equipment you will need for the various seasons should you wish to bring your own. However Ken Drummond prides himself on providing everything you will need for a great fly fishing adventure, Ken knows the value of using top quality tried and tested equipment and provides only the best - Rods by Sage, Waders by Simms, all lines are chosen for quality and purpose with no room for short cuts, and last but not least Ken ties all his own flys and modifies patterns to closer match the local terrestrials.
For summer fly fishing on back country rivers, use a 5 or 6 weight rod with a weight forward, floating line in a neutral colour. For winter fishing, you will need a heavier rod (7 or 8 weight) that is more suited to casting very heavy nymphs.
Bring a hat to shade the eyes, and Polaroid sunglasses (preferably amber lenses).
Felt soled wading boots should not be used due to the risk of spreading Didymo. Please bring rubber soled boots and leave your felt soled boots at home. Waders (preferably neoprene) are essential for the Tongariro River.
For warmer weather on other rivers, bring your breathable waders or just wear a pair of shorts with polypropylene long johns. A long sleeved cotton shirt with a collar is good for sun protection.
All clothing including hat should be of a very subdued colour (dark green, brown, beige or grey).
We strongly advise a broad spectrum 15+ sun block and a good quality insect repellent.
If you do not have any of the above items, please advise us so that we can arrange to supply them for you.