Alan Bulmer, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Tackle, Technical

AVOIDING WIND KNOTS WITH BRAID

Text: Alan Bulmer Lead image: Sport Fishing magazine Gel Spun Polyethylene (GSP) fishing lines get their strength from the weaving or laminating of many polyethylene fibres. True braids, as their name suggests, achieve this by ‘braiding’ fibres together while fused braids use a proprietary form of ‘heat welding’ the fibres together. Fused GSP lines are generally cheaper, stiffer and thicker than braid of … Continue reading AVOIDING WIND KNOTS WITH BRAID

alanbulmerFebruary 23, 2016October 29, 20246 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Fly Fishing, Lure Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Spin Fishing, Technical, Techniques

STRATEGIES FOR DEALING WITH THE WIND

Text: Alan Bulmer Lead Image: Mark Hoffman New Zealand is a long narrow country and no point is more than 120 kilometres from the sea. This peculiar geography, coupled with differential heating and cooling of land and water during the day, means that irrespective of where you are wind is likely to feature at some point during the day. If you do not … Continue reading STRATEGIES FOR DEALING WITH THE WIND

alanbulmerFebruary 7, 2016October 29, 20244 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Fly Fishing, Lure Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Spin Fishing, Tackle, Technical

THE FLUOROCARBON MYTH

For several years I’ve had a growing feeling that fluorocarbon monofilament simply does not live up to the marketing hype. It is twice as expensive as nylon monofilament but is it twice as good in terms of performance? The short answer is No and this piece will explain why. Recently I lost a large kingfish from the shore after a torrid 20 minute “no holds barred” … Continue reading THE FLUOROCARBON MYTH

alanbulmerJanuary 4, 2016October 29, 202423 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Fish Species, Fishing History, Lure Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Tackle, Technical, Techniques

FLOUNDER ON A BAITED SPOON

Text: Alan Bulmer Lead Image: Sport Fishing magazine Flounder are present in many estuaries worldwide and NZ is no exception. In NZ very few people try to catch flounder using a rod and reel, preferring instead to target them with a spear, drag or set net. While flounder may not be renowned for their fighting qualities, they are delectable on the plate and definitely worth … Continue reading FLOUNDER ON A BAITED SPOON

alanbulmerDecember 8, 2015October 29, 202410 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Tackle

USING BIBLESS LURES

Going bibless – Why should you? There are many different types of lures available to shore based, saltwater spin fishermen. In New Zealand, metal spinners and bibbed lures are by far the most commonly used. Blade spinners (Mepps type) and weighted metal blades have historically been used in freshwater but they are steadily growing in popularity in the salt. Trout fishermen, in particular, find it … Continue reading USING BIBLESS LURES

alanbulmerNovember 26, 2015August 23, 20164 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Fresh Water Fishing, Light Tackle, Lure Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Spin Fishing

METAL LURES

Over the years I’ve gathered quite a bit of information from many sources on the various types of metal lures and how they are used. What follows is a synopsis of this information so I’m not for one minute claiming it is all my own work. However, if you are looking for a definitive book covering all lure types then “The Book of Lures” by Ron … Continue reading METAL LURES

paulsmithNovember 25, 2015November 25, 20152 Comments

Dr.Mike Ladle, Fish Species, Fresh Water Fishing, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Technical, Techniques

PERCH (REDFIN) FEEDING BEHAVIOUR

Text: Mike Ladle Feature image: John Kuczala Perch have big eyes and big mouths. These two simple facts suggest that old stripey is a predator largely using its excellent eyesight to find prey. Of course, once they attain a decent size, these fish feed mainly on smaller species or on the young of other fish. The question is do we have any information about when, … Continue reading PERCH (REDFIN) FEEDING BEHAVIOUR

alanbulmerNovember 15, 2015October 29, 2024Leave a comment

Alan Bulmer, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Technical, Techniques

WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO CAST LURES?

Text: Alan Bulmer Lead image: Hook ‘n Surf IS SIDE OR OVERHEAD CASTING BETTER FOR LURES? There is no correct answer to the question “Is side or overhead casting better for lures” as both methods have their place. The choice is ultimately down to personal preference and the purpose of this article is to discuss the merits and shortcomings of both methods. Irrespective of whether … Continue reading WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO CAST LURES?

alanbulmerNovember 13, 2015October 29, 20248 Comments

Alan Bulmer, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Tackle

ROD REVIEW – Daiwa NewEra SLR Spinning rod – Model No. NESLRSS903-AU (9’, 3 piece)

I’d been looking for a new spinning rod to handle larger saltwater species for some time when I first read about the launch of the Daiwa NewEra rod range in May 2014 on the Daiwa UK website. The website had a video showcasing the innovative X45 technology and I was particularly interested in how the multiple layer blank structure counteracted rod twist whilst still ensuring … Continue reading ROD REVIEW – Daiwa NewEra SLR Spinning rod – Model No. NESLRSS903-AU (9’, 3 piece)

alanbulmerNovember 7, 2015Leave a comment

Alan Bulmer, Fishing History, Lure Fishing, Spin Fishing, Tackle, Techniques

FLY FISHING’S DIRTY SECRET?

Recently I wrote about an innovative Scotsman, Alexander Wanless, and how he pioneered fly fishing with spinning tackle. If you want to revisit this article then click on:- https://activeanglingnz.com/2014/06/11/alexander-wanless-spin-fishing-innovator/ Essentially Wanless figured out how to use ultra light spinning tackle to deliver dry and wet flies large distances. His method equalled the Spey cast in efficacy and was much easier to learn and use. It allowed him … Continue reading FLY FISHING’S DIRTY SECRET?

alanbulmerNovember 2, 2015July 9, 20162 Comments

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