fly fishing new zealand

[big_steve001]

hey guys have just started fly fishing not long and was wondering if anyone could tell me what the best species of freshwater fish to target in new zealand. also what sort of gear would i need i.e rod wieght line etc and also some flies that would work on the fish over there.
if any could help it would be greatly appreciated. thanks
steve

[wessel]

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[rainbowrascal]

Hi Steve
It will depend on where you are going to fish, rivers or lakes.I have done quite a lot of fly fishing there, mainly in the Taupo, Turangi, Tongariro River area which I would recommend. There are many rivers that flow into the lake and virtually thousands of places to fish. You will probably target rainbow trout and possibly the odd brown. A 5/6 weight would be sufficient in most cases however if you fish the Tongariro you would need to go up to a 9 weight outfit. Following are some websites which give daily reports in the area and also flies to use. I recommend the Wooly Bugger for wet lining and Pheasant Tail Nymphs and Glo Bugs for nymphing. www.aucklandfreshwateranglers.co.nz (fishing club I was a member of)- www.sportinglife.co.nz - www.taupo.com. Ex Kiwi.
Hope this helps.
Paul.