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New Scientific Anglers fly lines freshly stocked! Give us a call or pop in store to have a chat about the most suitable line for your fishing endeavours.

This coming Sunday is Fathers Day, so why not get out on the water with him. But if you are struggling for any ideas on what to get him then we have a great range of products to help him see more fish, stay warm and dry and things that will just help him have a good day out on the water. If he is hard to buy for then we also have gift cards. Some gift ideas are caps and hats, fly boxes, fly vests and packs. Check out our range online or in store. Link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/

How good is it to be able to get out for a fish again! A month into the 2024/25 Tasmanian brown trout season and there have been some good fish about willing to take our flies. Our lake fish are loving the orange bead Magoo and Shrek flies and our river fish are are quite willing to take nymphs. So call in or phone the shop and we can give you the up to date information and send you in the right direction to find a few hungry fish.

Hi , a fishing report and more.

Hi, a fishing report and more. Tassie's trout season is up and running with some great reports. Early Season ReportsGreat opening weekend weather all round the state, relative to…

We are only two weeks into the new Tasmanian brown trout season for 2024/2025 and its been a pretty warm start meaning the edges of our lakes are warm enough to keep fish in the shallows cruising around, giving us some great sight fishing opportunities. So get excited and get out there, we have a great opportunity to catch some fish!

We now have our full range of Smith Polarized sunglasses on our online store, you can also check them out instore. Now you can check out our whole range of these top quality glasses no matter where you are.
Link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/collections/sunglasses/products/smiths-polarized-sunglasses?variant=45148569108634

The Freestone Hip Pack, with its modular and comfortable design, is the perfect solution for organizing and easily accessing all your necessary gear and accessories. Keep your essentials in place and at the ready with this ultimate hip pack.
You can find them instore or online link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/simms-freestone-hip-pack-new-2021-model

We now sell Smith Polarized glasses!
Rated as one of the best polarized fishing glasses on the market.
See what you're missing.

We now sell Smith Optics, polarized sunglasses!
Rated as some of the best optics in the world.
We have a great range in the shop so give us a call to see what we currently have, or keep an eye on our online store.

We now sell Smith polarized sunglasses!
Rated as some of the best optics in the world.
We have a great range in the shop so give us a call to see what we currently have, or keep an eye on our online shore over the coming days

We now sell Smith Optics polarized sunglasses!
Rated as some of the best optics in the world.
We have a great range in the shop so give us a call to see what we currently have, or keep an eye on our online store.

Elevate your fly fishing game with the Hardy Aydon Fly Rod. Whether you're casting on lakes, rivers, or tight and brushy streams, success depends on precision. With this premium rod, you'll have the confidence to tackle any area or fish and be able to place your fly where it needs to be. These rods have the bonus of having a 6 piece model great for traveling. check them out in store or online. Link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/hardy-aydon-fly-rod?variant=43545449758874

Its been a warmer winters day today, mind you a bit windy. However opening weekend isn't too far away which usually is quite cold. To help you stay warm we have these awesome possum merino beanies in stock. Even if you get your beanie wet it will still keep you warm an advantage for early season here is Tassie. Check them out instore or inline link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/possum-merino-beanie

Slow and glass are not mutually exclusive these days. Anything Tim Rajeff builds is worth looking at. So when he came up with the Echo Glass Series people took notice. Remember Tim is a caster of some note so nothing leaves Echo without him designing some brilliance into it.
Don't think because this is fibreglass it's floppy like granddad's old 2 pieces of slowness. The Bad Ass Glass was designed to tackle the last fiberglass frontier: big water and big fish. Perfect for big fish from a kayak where the fish don't respect you. Under around the kayak, under a log or just heading for the distance this will stop them. Fighting power - and fiberglass fun.
Check them out in the link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/echo-bad-ass-glass?variant=39511901634714

Hi , here are a few interesting things

Hi, here are a few interesting things Tassie's trout season is just three weeks away and we are getting ready. This is an e traordinary book by Hans Van KlinkenThe Klinkhamer Special is…

We have recently got our hands on some quite special books, one being (Wigram's Fly Box). These days, anglers remember Wigram as one of the most significant figures in Australian fly fishing. The Wigram era was a time of unspoiled waters, healthy trout populations, and abundant aquatic insects. This book shows a few of the thousands of flies that Wigram tied over his life time.

The other book being The Klink. This year marks the fly's 40th anniversary and to celebrate the occasion, its creator Hans van Klinken has at last written his long-awaited first book.

check these books out in the links below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/wigrams-fly-box
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/the-klink

Jock is hanging out as a possum today. We just got some excellent possum tails in and a full tanned skin.

There's only about a month left until the Tasmanian brown trout season is back under way, but if you're scratching at the bit to get out for a fish then heading to the coast and chasing some salmon could be a great option for you. A good color of fly for salmon is blue and white. Gear wise all you need is a fly rod between a 6 and an 8 weight, and a floating of sinking line depending on where the salmon are lying in the water, a level leader of around 6kg. If you don't have this gear then check out the link below we have some great rod and reel combos to choose from and they are at a great price.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/airflo-beast-and-squire-combos

If you're after a good quality nymphing rod at a price that wont break the bank then this might be for you. Primal are known for their quality budget friendly gear and their Zone range of rods are no acceptation. Primal Zone Nymph rods are made in a few different models ranging from 9'3 2 weight to the 10' 4 weight so there is one for every nymphing scenario. check them out in the link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/primal-zone-nymph-rod?variant=44030377197722

Huntsman Lake is a great winter fishery. Although there is only a month to go to trout season opening it is good to stretch your line. Huntsman is rising quickly and there are plenty of fish around the edges. If it's calm you will see them - if not you will feel the tug.
A woolly bu**er mk2 or plain black will do the trick. The shallower shores seem best.

Hi , do not buy a fly rod until you read this.

Hi, do not buy a fly rod until you read this. 12 months FREE warranty, plus more. WE NOW OFFER 'Peace of Mind' 12 MONTHS FREE WARRANTY ON ALL RODS OVER $595YES, you read it correctly. Any rod you…

If you've been fly fishing for a little while now with a starter kit and wanting to upgrade to the next step then this might be the deal for you! With primal coming out with their new Raw CCC the older modals are coming down in price. In this combo we've paired the Primal Raw with the Lamson Liquid reel and a floating line, we'll even throw in backing and a leader. These fast action rods are great value for money and a great option for anyone. check them out in the link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/primal-raw-fast-action-fly-rod?variant=44372249444506

The ORVIS Pro Wading Boot is a top-quality option for serious anglers. With a higher cut for increased ankle support, these boots provide the ultimate in stability and comfort while wading. Upgrade to the Pro Wader Boot for secure, comfortable, and top-of-the-line performance.
check them out in the link below
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/orvis-pro-wading-boot

Primal have just come out with their new Raw CCC fly rods and because of this we are offering a great deal on our older stock and putting them into a combo paired with the Lamson Liquid reel. These combos are great value for money and top quality. The fast action primal raw has been designed in New Zealand by Manic Tackle Project and the Liquid reels are made in the USA. Also if you were unlucky enough to break your rod we have a limited amount of spare tips in stock.
You can check them out in the link below.
Check them out before they're all gone.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/primal-raw-fast-action-fly-rod?variant=44372249444506

If you're after a device to store your waders and wading boots then this might be the Perfect product for you. Introducing the Simms Riverkit Wader Tote. This product is a compact and efficient solution for organizing and carrying your waders, boots, and raingear. Weather your gear is wet or dry it can be stowed in your Riverkit Wader Tote, making it the perfect accessory for any fishing or outdoor adventure. Keep your gear at the ready with the Riverkit Wader Tote.
You can find this product in the link below.
https://essentialflyfisher.com.au/products/simms-riverkit-wader-tote

Its always nice to see them swim away! This brown trout was caught in a Northern Tasmanian trout stream and was fooled by a size 16 black spinner. There's not many things better then sight fishing a dry fly to a wild Tasmanian brown trout.

This fish was feeding on small mayflies in the tail-out of a slow moving pool. These areas are hard to fish because of having fast moving water next to slow water. A long fine leader will help to eliminate drag but the best way is to get closer to the fish and use a long leader to reach over the faster water. You cant just rush up in behind a fish or you'll spook him so slowly sneaking up behind him is crucial. Using things like having trees or high banks behind you will give you an advantage by covering your silhouette.

Hi , who makes the best five weight fly rod?

Hi, who makes the best five weight fly rod? Yellowstone angler is renowned for its outstanding rods reviews. Check this out. Most fly rod reviews are swayed by commercial interests. However,…

Hi , here are some new reel releases from Hardy

Hi, here are some new reel releases from Hardy Renowned for their quality, Hardy is highly regarded. Checkout this preview. Some old classics reels made in England, some revised and some new. The…