Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Spring Catalogue 2023

FISH HUNTER

polarised fishing glasses

good,better,best

Every item in this catalogue, has been through a selection process where quality and value for money are carefully scrutinized. These products can be categorized as ‘GOOD, better or best’ in their various fields.

GOOD - So, you can trust us that at the very least, all catalogue gear will be ‘good’. This especially applies to lower priced items and deals where the excellent value for money could actually re-classify them as ‘VERY good’.

BETTER - From ‘good’ the upgrade to ‘better’ may mean a higher-grade rod on a proven reel, an up spec’d reel on a popular rod, or a step up in the quality and function of both. Pricing and detail will provide a key to evaluating this. That said, we’ve gone a step further this spring by featuring our PRO-PICKS where appropriate members of our store staff share their own knowledge and advice on the higher quality gear, they use themselves. Look for the icon and check out more detail opposite.

BEST - We’ve highlighted examples of the absolute top tier tackle – look for the PREMIUM PICK logo. We get that an angler at the top of his or her game will prefer to pick and choose their own combinations of rod and reel. We’ve got you sorted and outlined how in the PREMIUM PICK explanation opposite.

OOK, so there’s a type of fishing you love, and you’re prepared to upgrade to better gear in order to enjoy it even more. Here’s where our pro-staff come in as they’re as passionate about the equipment they recommend as they are about the fish they catch – well almost! When they gather for a conference or share a boat trip out on the briny, the conversation will be staunch about the technical detail and the performance of certain rods and reels, and they certainly know their stuff. We wanted you to benefit from this professional tackle analysis as the choices these days can otherwise be quite mind blowing. Some of our more experienced team (store owners, staff, or brand ambassadors) have contributed the low-down on what makes a certain combo worth its price tag and how you the angler will benefit.

You’re accomplished, at the top of your game and you want that extra performance that comes through fishing with the best. The ‘one combo fits most’ thinking is not appropriate to those wanting to customize tackle to suit a particular style, location, or species. Our expert staff share your passion and are well qualified to work with you to put together the ultimate match-up of rod and reel. A major point of difference at Hunting & Fishing New Zealand is that our team are regularly out there doing it themselves, fishing in the same location or for the species you intend to target, and rest assured they like nothing better than to pass on that knowledge and experience to increase your own success. To help achieve this we’ve empowered our stores and staff to work with you individually on the models of rod and reels identified as PREMIUM PICKS to customize the ultimate options. This applies right through to pricing and our pledge here is to see you right with a deal that more than stacks up with anything else out there.

Simms G4 Pro Powerlock Boot

fresh water HITLIST HITLIST

Airflo Bandit Flyline

Hunting & Fishing NZ, Waikato

The new Simms G4 Pro Powerlock Boot from Simms Fishing Products has set a new standard in build quality and traction in the water. The G4 Pro features a new Powerlock system of interchangeable cleats. Normally once you put a cleat into a boot it can’t be removed, but unlike regular cleats, with Powerlock you can change between the aluminium and rubber versions with ease. My suggestion is the rubber cleats are best for long-distance walks like on a backcountry river where comfort and a soft ride

Where the aluminium cleat comes into its own is on fast slippery rivers like the Tongariro or Whakapapa, where wading can be dangerous and getting yourself safely to the right spot can make the difference between catching

In addition to the Powerlock system. The new G4 Pro boot features a rugged synthetic upper with a combination of a scratch resistant rubber rand, bulletproof woven panels, and attractive synthetic leather detailing. The G4 Pro offers robust ankle support with a redesigned heel fit that pulls your foot into place for added stability when it counts. The feature-packed boot is still light to wear at 1.8kg for the pair, especially when you consider they absorb minimal water due to their synthetic construction.

The Simms G4 Pro Powerlock boot comes in sizes 7 to 15 and retails with the proprietary Simms stud packages for $799.99.

When first released back in 2012 the original Airflo Bandit taper created a cult following with NZ anglers with its innovative camo tip design. The ever-faithful, classic olive-coloured line was taken to a new level, and both locally and nationwide anglers swore by it for chasing ultra-spooky backcountry fish.

This season, Airflo have continued to evolve the Bandit into its two premium fly line collections, the SuperFlo Ridge 2.0 and non-ridge SuperFlo. Both series utilise Airflo’s new SuperFlo microsphere buoyancy system, improved coating slickness and incredibly low memory for better handling and those crucial drag-free drifts. The Ridge 2.0 version boasts even further reduced friction at the guides and a larger surface area for unbeatable buoyancy.

The NZ crew at Manic Tackle Project worked directly with the designers at Airflo to create an updated taper profile for NZ conditions. Very much like the original Bandit but with a longer rear taper that allows you to aerialise more line, making it perfect for longer casts but also giving better control for pinpoint accuracy at distance. New is the front end of the fly line where a double belly has been created in the weight forward section, the rear belly is relatively standard, and the shorter front belly is slightly heavier. This achieves key things for New Zealand fly fishing; it loads the rod quicker on short casts preventing the need to upline the rod, it releases a ton of power at the end of the cast so the line rolls out, and doesn’t lose power in those critical last few feet that can result in a dump of fly line, leader and flies. It also has enough mass to turn over heavy nymphs, yarn indicators and bushy dry flies like cicadas. Lastly, this extra energy is perfect for knocking over the super long leaders we use in Canterbury, this is a critical issue with regular tapers where too much energy is lost before it gets to the long leader.

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Jeremy Burke Hunting & Fishing NZ, Christchurch

OUR STORE EXPERTS SHARE THEIR

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Spring License Giveaway

mike davis Hunting & Fishing NZ, rotorua

The new trout and salmon fishing season is almost here and, by our reckoning, there’s two small things you need to sort before you hit the river and string up your rod on October 1st.

Obviously, number one is your Fish & Game freshwater licence, you can’t do much without that. Number two, you’ll need a good pair of polarised sunnies, because without them you won’t be seeing much in the way of fish and that’s not the experience you waited all winter for now is it?

Well, it’s happy days for everyone who comes in-store to buy their adult or family full season freshwater licence this season because (while stocks last) you’ll receive a pair of Fish Hunter polarized sunglasses worth $39.99 absolutely free with your licence purchase.

Bold which sat in the low/mid price point range while still offering excellent performance and the rod looked great too. Now with a few seasons under its belt, time has come for Bold to make way for the next generation of the Primal family - which is why we have them available as a grab and go combo with a Fly Lab EXO reel and Airflo Velocity floating line for only $249.99,

Here's a challenge! Try and find better value to get your foot in the fly

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save $150 now close out deal!

$249.99 was $399.99

Kapiti Women On The Fly

women on the fly

when Leigh Johnson joined the Kapiti Fly Fishing Club in 2020, she found there were only two female club members. That’s when she decided to start Kapiti Women on The Fly, with a sole focus on getting more female club members. Leigh wanted other women to enjoy fly fishing and had two simple questions - why don’t they, and what’s stopping them?

The organic expansion from just Kapiti Women On The Fly to a wider reaching Women On The Fly group has come about due to the demand in the Wellington region and further afield. Women are looking for opportunities to learn from and enjoy the company of other female anglers.

The WoTF community is now a network of approx. 100 women from across Wellington and further afield. As a result, the Kapiti Fly Fishing Club’s female membership has increased, along with those of the Hutt Valley and Wellington clubs. Support has come from Fish & Game, Manic Tackle Project, Hunting & Fishing NZ Hutt Valley, and the Kapiti Fly Fishing Club.

Leigh’s mental health journey over the past decade means she knows there is a huge benefit to be gained from spending time on the water, regardless of whether she is catching fish or not. With a major mental health crisis in 2013 and subsequent extended recovery, having something like fly fishing to lose herself in keeps Leigh grounded and focused on many levels, and is just the mindfulness exercise the doctor ordered.

Fly fishing requires concentration and focus on the present moment and a connection with nature has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and improve overall well-being. Because fly fishing involves engaged mental movement, such as wading, casting, and walking along riverbanks, engaging in this physical activity releases endorphins, which are known as "feel-good" hormones and also motivates Leigh to work on her strength and fitness.

The inaugural 2022 WoTF Weekend Workshop in Upper Hutt was a great success and attended by twenty eight participants from across the lower North Island. Most were beginner and novice fly fishers, along with a few experienced anglers and seven female presenters travelled from across the North Island to share their enthusiasm and expertise with a very keen audience during the Saturday workshop sessions.

On Sunday morning attendees were joined by KFFC & Hutt club members to fish the Hutt River and highlight keynote speaker Corina Jordan, CEO of Fish & Game NZ, was very well received - further demonstrating that we have some exceptional female outdoor leaders in a traditionally male occupied space.

Thanks to the support from Wellington Fish & Game, Manic Tackle Project, Hunting & Fishing NZ Hutt Valley, Pelorus Trust, Pub Charities, and fly fishing

clubs who donated funds, future events for WoTF are guaranteed with plenty of planning underway for what the next couple of years might look like.

The WoTF plan for 2023 is to continue activities and events to get more women on the river. This includes monthly casting sessions, on river events hosted by the clubs in the region, plus networking, support and education to a wider community of female fly fishing enthusiasts, new, experienced, and everywhere in between. The highlight event will be the 2023 Weekend Workshop to be held on 10th-12th November hosted at TALTAC in Turangi, so make sure to register your interest.

Women on the Fly NZ will continue to grow as long as there is a demand from women and the support of the wider fishing community and we can’t see any sign of that slowing down, especially with the drive and enthusiasm of Leigh and the team behind it.

To register interest: www.womenonthefly.nz

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenonTheFlyNZ/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenontheflynz/

hunting & fishing nz, hutt valley by pete fowler

Leigh Johnson - founder of kapiti women on the fly

primal Raw and Mega CCC series

new tech upgrade

by Kiyoshi Nakagawa Hunting & Fishing nz, North Shore

the Primal Rod Company ‘Raw’ and its saltwater brother, the ‘Mega’, were the original two series for the Primal brand which launched in 2018. Since its introduction five seasons ago, the Raw series has literally taken the world by storm and gained a following not just in New Zealand and Australia but has become one of the biggest-selling rods in Europe. The Mega on the other hand has become one of the go-to saltwater rods for Australasian anglers catching everything from kingfish, to black marlin, to bonefish.

New for this season Primal has updated the Raw and Mega series with a new technology called CCC, which stands for Compressed Carbon Chain technology that utilises an exterior carbon wrap on the blank that shrinks at a rapid rate during the curing process to create a denser rod wall. From a fishing perspective, this makes for a crisper rod with fewer vibrations throughout the cast and a much stronger construction - especially when it comes to lifting power required in saltwater fly fishing and impact resistance when casting heavy nymphs. The blanks still maintain the Amplified Nano Resin and Carbon Helical Core of the original models and carbon fibre is supplied by the Japanese company Toray, so in short no cost has been spared in their construction.

I first cast a prototype rod with the CCC technology two years ago with Rene Vaz, Primal’s rod designer. Over the past two years the team have taken their time to refine the technology, work on the action of every model, and design some stand-out componentry and tubes to really elevate the rods. Both series of rods are massive, Raw runs from #5 to #8 weight but also includes 9’6” and 10’0” models in #6 and #7 weights. The Mega runs from 9’ #6 through to #12 and also includes a couple of 8’ models which would be perfect for kayak anglers in NZ. In freshwater, the two most popular models will most certainly be the 9’ #5 and #6, both of these balance an easy loading tip and mid section with an incredibly powerful butt and rapid recovery. The result is a rod that is incredibly accurate and easy to cast when sight fishing, yet has the power to handle big casts and big fish when it matters.

The saltwater models are surprisingly not too stiff making them perfect for throwing heavy flies and a variety of fly lines. They’re also perfect for flats fishing where a quick cast is a good cast. That easy casting style is backed up by powerful butt sections for lifting fish or locking up on a big fish as it heads for structure.

The new CCC models have updated handle shapes, custom reel seats, high-quality SIC stripping guides and titanium-coated snake guides. All rods are 4pc and come in a new moulded ABS plastic rod tube which looks pretty sweet. The rods are available individually for $599.99 or as well-appointed combos offering a significant all up saving for $999.99. Like many, I’ve always been a fan of the Raw and Mega series, it's great to see their update being such a significant lift in everything from blank construction and action, to

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“Like many, I’ve always been a fan of the Raw and Mega series, it’s great to see their update being such a significant lift in everything from blank construction and action, to components and the finer details.”

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SUPERFLO RIDGE 2.0 SUPERFLO FLY LINES

This range represents a major step forward in line performance, with a smoother ridge profile that allows greater flexibility, reduced stiffness, no compression, and less friction through the guides. Line noise is almost non-existent compared with any other textured line and the durability of our PVC free technology is legendary.

RIDGE 2.0 - $219.99

CAMO: WF4F-WF8F

SUPERFLO - $159.99

CAMO: WF4F-WF8F

RIDGE 2.0 - $219.99

CADDIS: WF2F-WF6F

SUPERFLO - $159.99

LICHEN GREEN: WF2F-WF6F

RIDGE 2.0 - $219.99

OLIVE: WF4F-WF8F

SUPERFLO - $159.99

OLIVE: WF4F-WF9F

RIDGE 2.0 - $219.99

CYAN: WF5F-WF9F - OLIVE: WF5F-WF8F

SUPERFLO - $159.99

FRESH, FAST & UNFILTERED

BANDIT TAPER

Thanks to a completely unique material formulation, each and every Superflo line moves through the extruder in production with less resistance than ever. This allows for seamlessly smooth, flawless diameter transitions, and the ability to produce some of the thinnest and lightest running lines in existence. So anglers can pick up more line and cast it further than ever before.

fresh

The new Bandit lines are a set to continue their cult following. The unique camo tip for the ultimate back country stealth

TACTICAL

TAPER UNIVERSAL

The Scott Centric generates line speed without compromising the feel and control you’ve come to love from Scott fly rods. Utilising an incredibly light resin system, Centric marries the durability and tracking stability of Scott’s proprietary carbon web with the ultra responsive ReAct technology.

The result is a series of rods that load easily but recover quickly to create tight, high speed loops that deliver flies to your target quicker and with more precision than ever before.

CENTRIC

Target spooky fish and place the fly exactly where you want it to be. The front taper on this line makes it even easier to deliver pinpoint accuracy.

When all you want to do is fish, the Airflo Universal taper takes delivers flawless loops on any rod you choose and across a range of conditions.

If you’re looking for a fly line that can handle big flies, wind, and long casts, the Airflo Power Taper is the perfect choice for you.

WAVE SECTOR

FAST FRESHWATER MID FLEX FRESHWATER SALTWATER SALTWATER

The Scott Centric generates line speed without compromising the feel and control you’ve come to love from Scott.

Loaded with cutting edge tech like Carbon Web and Ceracoil stripping guides, the Sector owns the salt.

Light in hand, the new Scott Wave saltwater fly rods easily generate high line speeds and controlled tight loops.

$1649 $1599 $1799 $1199

FROM $249.99

Simms Freestone Boot + Wader Combo

affordable quality

by Mike Davis Hunting & Fishing nz, rotorua

when it comes to quality and workmanship, Simms Fishing Products have always been considered the very pinnacle of technical fishing gear. High quality often comes at a premium price, but over time Simms have widened their range to incorporate reasonably priced products that remain true to this top standard.

For many years my go-to waders have always been the Simms G3 Guide manufactured from a Gore-Tex fabric. But these don’t fit everybody’s budget, so when it came to testing the new Simms Freestone wader and boots, I jumped at the opportunity to see firsthand what anglers could expect to get in terms of a Simms mid-priced line.

Constructed from high quality Japanese Toray Quadralam (4 layer) fabric and based off the industry leading G3 Guide wader design properties, the new Freestone has front and rear leg seams that enable wider leg articulation for increased durability and comfort. No worn inside leg seams! The great thing about Simms is they go into high detail to get the correct fit for virtually all anglers, which we all know is very important as there is normally very little stretch in breathable waders. The new Freestones come in 18 men’s and 10 different women’s sizes, so you will most certainly find the perfect fit. (Note: Hunting & Fishing NZ stores will stock the regular fit sizes but can order others in when required).

will greatly help when jumping from rock to rock on our riverbeds. The new sole is also compatible with all brands of studs if you were wanting to use them for extra grip.

Individually the waders are priced at $699.99 and the boots are $399.99 but for the ultimate value at our stores you can save virtually $100.00 by purchasing them as a combo for a package deal price of only $999.99.

This spring there is no need to get cold through sweat that can’t escape or to overheat in the old neoprene waders. To enjoy the freedom of movement and the lightness of breathable waders, get on down to your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store and get fitted into the new Simms Freestone waders and boots as I rate them amongst the best value for money wading products on the market.

The Freestone waders are a fantastic product for the likes of those cold days on the famed Tongariro River especially if wading deep, but you’ll also appreciate them even when fishing the edge when the wind blows and you need that ultimate windproof barrier. Another feature that suits smaller streams and summer fishing is that the top half can be rolled down meaning your Freestones can be used as waist waders for when you need to dump that heat.

Freestone wading boots have always been super durable but were extremely heavy, well not anymore. The boot upper is now manufactured from recycled polyurethane which makes the boots very light, yet still retains their tough exterior. This material won’t absorb and retain water, therefore it minimises the boots gaining weight when they’re wet. The sole of the Freestone boot has been redesigned and now has better flex and feel, which

“No worn inside leg seams! The great thing about Simms is they go into high detail to get the correct fit for virtually all anglers, which we all know is very important as there is normally very little stretch in breathable waders.”

GUIDE CLASSIC WADERS G3 GUIDE WADERS

These workhorse waders have all the inriver essentials plus legendary Simms quality that won’t let you down. Ferocious weather, pushy water and technical terrain – this wader is backed by pros who demand the best.

The Simms’ Guide Classic waders are a timeless package of durability and performance. Made in Montana with the legendary Gore-Tex waterproof and breathable fabrics.

FREESTONE WADERS & NEW FREESTONE BOOTS

Stockingfoot waders built to wade deeper and trek farther. The Freestone boot is the proven wading boot for the support and traction that navigating rocky river beds demands.

TRIBUTARY WADERS & TRIBUTARY BOOTS

The best value in wading, the Tributary collection from Simms features every ounce of Simms high-performing wader DNA in an affordable package.

TRIBUTARY WADERS & TRIBUTARY BOOTS

The Tributary wader is now available in Regiment Camo Olive Drab. These are also ideal for duck hunters wanting to shed those heavy and sweaty neoprene waders for something more breathable and comfortable.

G4 POWERLOCK BOOT

The most advanced wading boot on the water, G4 PRO Powerlock Boot offers supreme durability and superior grip.

FLYWEIGHT

The new Simms Flyweight Access Men’s Wading Boots cut ounces in exchange for maximum output, relentless grip, and standup stability and comfort.

FLYWEIGHT

The Simms Flyweight Boot offers an incredibly lightweight design and lowprofile design. Vibram® Idrogrip outsoles stick to wet, mossy rocks, and is reinforced for reliable stud and cleat retention.

FREESTONE BOOTS

Defined by proven support, determined traction and rugged durability, the time-tested Freestone Boot powers through a full range of wading conditions.

$399.99 $159.99

TRIBUTARY BOOTS

A classic, great-fitting wading boot with all the rugged features and the trusted support and traction you need while in and out of the water.

GUARD SOCKS

Wet wade with Simms’ go-anywhere Guard Socks. Built-in gravel guards and bolstered abrasion resistance, correct left and right stocking feet with a 3.5mm neoprene construction.

$174.99

WADER TOTE

The compact, gear-wrangling Riverkit Wader Tote keeps waders, boots, and raingear — wet or dry — in check and always at the ready.

FLYWEIGHT PACK VEST

Head into the backcountry with Simms’ performance driven, low-bulk and a customizable carry solution designed to fit more like a garment than a pack and offers easy access to essential fishing gear.

GUIDE VEST

The Simms Guide Fishing Vest is spacious, intuitive, and comfortable for outings that last from dawn until dusk.

FREESTONE VEST

The ideal blend of technical performance and lightweight comfort, Freestone Vest has all the necessary storage for conveniently accessing your fishing necessities.

Simms’ classic mesh vest keeps it lightweight and breathable while offering the best pockets-to-price value on the water.

ACCESS BOOT

BOOT

$249.99

TRIBUTARY VEST

$99.99 SPECIAL WAS $249.99

FREESTONE BACKPACK

The Freestone Backpack boasts a huge 35L of gear carrying capacity with thoughtful pocketing and easy, sling-inspired side access to the main compartment.

FREESTONE SLING PACK

The Freestone Sling Pack has an array of pockets for positioning everything from camera to tippet to flies at your fingertips.

FREESTONE HIP PACK

This water-resistant hip-pack features multiple pockets and has fly box storage sleeves with easy access to everything you need.

FREESTONE CHEST PACK

The Freestone Chest Pack puts everything you need for a fly change or tippet replacement close at hand.

TRIBUTARY SLING PACK

Everything you need and nothing you don’t, with the right price to match. The Simms Tributary Sling Pack will be your new grab and go fishing buddy.

TRIBUTARY HIP PACK

Grip it and hip it. The Tributary Hip Pack is the value for money, gear carrying go-to for those quick hitout’s and minimilist minded anglers.

A modern take on the guide-favorite waterproof 50L roll-top backpack, designed to be the ideal gear hauler for the big days the world over.

DRY

Waterproof-submersible storage meets ergonomic comfort in a backpack built to haul and keep essential gear dry.

$139.99

Waterproof-submersible sling with an intuitive, ergonomic design that keeps fishing gear organized, dry, and ready to deploy.

This is a waterproof, submersible, and rugged hip pack for carrying comfort and easy access to missioncritical fishing gear.

DRY

Simply better. Simms’ Dry Creek Rolltop Backpack brings gear storage and waterproof protection to all points near, far, and farther.

Minimalist, snag-free elegance paired with toughness, Simms’ Dry Creek Simple Pack safeguards gear from harsh elements for waterproof, non-submersible, roll top strorage.

CHALLENGER SHIRT

Classic fishing shirt meets smart, modern design, the Challenger LS brings together fast-drying materials and ample pocket storage for go-to fit and functionality both on and off the water.

The Simms SolarFlex® Guide Hoody offers the maximum sun production of our SolarFlex® collection with an integrated face gaiter, full-coverage hood and extended sleeves for essential back-of-hand sun protection.

Rated to UPF 30 for sun protection, and the arms and shoulders are cut for a full range of motion and a natural cast. Stop the bugs biting you before they ruin your day.

SOLARFLEX HOODY

When the sweltering sun threatens to end a long afternoon of tossing carefree casts, cover yourself with Simms’ SolarFlex® Hoodie.

SOLARFLEX CREW

A quick-drying, UPF50 fishing shirt that keeps you cool on sweltering summer days.

$199.99

SOLARFLEX WIND HOODY L/S ARTIST BROWN TROUT TEE L/S ARTIST PIPER TEE

The SolarFlex® Wind Hoody protects you from the wind with lightweight, stretchy performance and fast-drying, UPF50 sun protection that’s integral to the SolarFlex® range.

Custom designed Simms tee for the New Zealand market, the Simms Artist series ‘Brown Trout’ will attract plenty of attention on the river. 100% Cotton, 200gsm long sleeve tee with ribbed cuff and collar.

If you are a live bait aficionado the Simms Custom Long Sleeve ‘Piper’ tee will be right in your burley trail. 100% Cotton, 200gsm long sleeve tee with ribbed cuff and collar.

$179.99

L/S ARTIST KINGFISH TEE GUIDE PANTS

There’s a reason why they are called a ‘Kingfish’. This Simms Custom Long Sleeve tee will help express your royal intentions. 100% Cotton, 200gsm long sleeve tee with ribbed cuff and collar.

Step into the guide-calibre pant that brings ultimate mobility and rugged durability to the trail, boat and wet-wading days of summer.

FREESTONE & TRIBUTARY SPORTSWEAR

G3 GUIDE & DRY CREEK

CREEK ROLL TOP PACK

DRY CREEK Z HIP PACK

DRY CREEK Z SLING PACK

CREEK Z BACKPACK

G3 GUIDE BACKPACK

DRY CREEK SIMPLE PACK

GUIDE HOODY

BUGSTOPPER HOODY

Classic Neoprene Waders

Neoprene shoulder strap with elasticated straps and buckles. Velcro belt adjusters for ease of use. Easy access chest pocket for storage. High back style for extra warmth. 4mm NS grade double lined composite neoprene for flexibility and comfort. Single neoprene kneepad with rubberised finish for extra protection. New wider fitting PVC boots with neoprene lining and cleated rubber soles for warmth and grip. Available in chest, waist and thigh models.

Thigh

Colour:

Dark green Sizes: 8-12

only $249.99

Chest Sizes: Short Leg: 7-13 Regular Leg: 6-12

only $279.99

Granite PVC Waders

Manufactured from a durable, hard wearing, reinforced PVC outer layer, which despite being as tough as it gets, is also extremely soft, light and flexible. The outer layer is laminated to a woven nylon inner lining, making the material very strong and almost rip proof, whilst remaining light weight. This offers the wearer great mobility and comfort at an affordable price.

Colour:

Dark green Sizes: 5-13

Thigh

only $119.99

chest only $159.99

Neoprene Gravel Guard

3mm double lined Neoprene. Heavy-duty zip, plus velcro flap fastening. Worn over the top of wading boots, to prevent gravel and sand entering the boots. One size fits all.

only $599.99

Float tube kit

Tough 600D nylon top panels, incorporating the latest thinking in float tube design comes with float tube, flippers, dual-action pump and sturdy carry bag for storage and transport.

smoker

A generously sized hot smoker/cooker in stainless steel for easy cleaning and long life, complete with stand, two fuel pans with heat adjustment, cooking pan, lid with adjustable smoke vent, drip only $159.99

Classic Trout bag

• Large interior compartment

• Zipped top closure

• Two large pockets on the front

• Velcro flap closures

• Two further elasticatedmesh pockets

• Cover flap

• Two quick-release clips

• Size: 16” x 6” x 13” high

only $69.99

only $59.99

Lightweight Neoprene Gloves

The back of the glove is constructed from 2.5mm neoprene, whilst the palm is nylon jersey knit with a rubberised “dots” pattern for extra grip. The tips of the thumb and index fingers are left exposed to allow tying of knots without removing the gloves. Handy!

Sizes: SM, MD, LG, XL

sCeymar HD 2500 spin reel. It is also great value for money, with features you would expect from a reel double the price.

The upgrades from its predecessor (the Ceymar C-25) include an oversized main gear, marketed by Okuma as HDG-II. By increasing the size of the main gear it is much stronger and gives the reel a faster retrieval speed that with the gear stabilisation design will stay smoother for longer. Okuma has also added their EFR II even flow roller system with a DLC (Diamond-like Carbon) coating. This coating allows the fishing line to run seamlessly over the surface of the roller, preventing annoying line twist and increasing the overall life of the line. To compliment this the bail- wire is constructed from heavy duty solid aluminium.

Next, they have introduced Flite DriveTM by hollowing out the precision machine cut brass pinion gear to reduce the friction of the main shaft inside, making for a smoother handle winding experience.

With these upgrades, the Okuma Ceymar HD 2500 punches well above its weight, especially at the Hunting & Fishing NZ price of only $169.99.

Drag is another feature of the Ceymar HD reel. Drags exist so you can apply pressure to tire the fish, but at a level that is below what it would take for the fish to break the line or tear the hook out. The Ceymar HD has a multidisc drag system meaning the drag is both smooth and consistent. The reel body is corrosion resistant being constructed with graphite body and rotor.

seamless performance

its modest price that that the Ceymar has 7+1 ball bearings. The spool is lightweight machined aluminium, and the anti-reverse system is quick set with a roller bearing.

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand’s fishing selectors have matched the reel up with two different Okuma rod options. An Okuma 8’6” Tournament Concept rod - which I use for freshwater fishing in more open areas like the canals and the lake edges. I’ve also taken it to the local estuaries, targeting sea run trout and kahawai which are great fun to catch on such a light rod and reel combination. This combo is priced at $349.99.

The second Okuma rod is the 7’9” Tournament Concept rod. This is one of our most popular rods that we sell because of its freshwater fishing versatility. Used by many of our staff and customers for targeting trout and salmon throughout the South Island, this combo is priced at $329.99.

Both rods match up exceptionally with the Okuma Ceymar HD 2500 spin reel and will be a welcome addition to anyone’s fishing kit.

People often ask how the Okuma brand stacks up against Daiwa or Shimano. Okuma has been around since 1986, the same year Hunting & Fishing New Zealand was formed. When it comes to comparing apples with apples or features with features at a given price point, Okuma has earned a solid reputation for value for money.

Okuma Ceymar HD 2500 + Tournament Concept combo

“Okuma has also added their EFR II even flow roller system with a DLC (Diamond-like Carbon) coating. This coating allows the fishing line to run seamlessly over the surface of the roller, preventing annoying line twist and increasing the overall life of the line.”

The most famous and reliable spoon for Trout fishing. The perfect match for any serious fresh water angler.

daiwa Crusader & Chinook Lures

one for the tackle box

by Simon McMillan

having initially been one that said I have more than enough lures in my arsenal and I do not need any extra baits added to my collection, I now have my own tackle box dedicated to Daiwa Chinook and Crusader lures in my kit for lake and canal fishing - and a separate compartment in my salmon fishing bag just for Chinooks!

When these were first launched into the New Zealand market my kids were still quite young and I had them very much in the black and gold Toby stage of learning to cast and hook fish, therefore my start with Daiwa spoons was with the Crusader range, and in black and gold of course! The dish on the Crusader is far more pronounced than what you see on a majority of other metal spoons and this is what got my attention. The action is outstanding, far better than the other styles of lures I was using at the time. This is an advantage when fishing in still water, quiet backwaters or in the canals when the flows are low. The Crusader is available in 7, 10, 13 and 17gm weights, giving plenty of options and versatility in varying situations. The Fishbowl, at the very bottom end of the Tekapo canal, is an extremely popular area to fish and is renowned for producing plenty of fish, both trout and salmon. The 10gm Crusader has become my go-to lure here. Around the change of light using black and gold, but as the sun brightens the day moving to the Burpin colour often does the trick. At only 10gm it does pay to give this lure plenty of time to sink, then a steady retrieve back from the depths to allow the action of the Crusader to do all the work for you!

Being an avid salmon fisherman, anything with the name Chinook tends to get my attention! The Chinook does not have the same pronounced dish as the Crusader, but don’t let that fool you, this lure also has a magnificent

action but can be fished in more current than the Crusader. With weights of 10, 14, 17 and 21gm the Chinook covers river, lake and canal fishing, but with 17 and 21gm in the mix these are suited perfectly to sea run salmon fishing in our bigger braided rivers and also chasing kahawai around our river mouths. For sea run salmon I mostly fish the Rakaia River and regularly use 22gm Zed spinners in a clearing river, but once the flow drops a little and I require a lighter weight that’s when I move to a 17gm Chinook. I find them great upriver or around the tidal reaches, my two preferred colours are Chartreuse Yamame and Yamame Orange Belly. Both lures use UV paint, so they are really nice and bold in the water and create a good contrast with the silver back side. The one thing that I do with these lures when targeting salmon or kahawai is to change out the split rings and hooks to beef them up a bit for those tougher fish. Once again, I like the 10gm for lake and canal fishing, but will sometimes go up to 14gm if longer casts are required or trying to get deeper, faster - remembering the thinner blade will always work better if you can get away with it in a particular situation. As with the Crusader, in the Fishbowl let them sink deep and retrieve slowly, if switching out from the Crusader colours I like the Green Tiger or if night fishing then the lumo option and Zebra Glow works a treat for both canal and lake action. Another colour that I have lot of faith in is Green Gold Tiger as this works well in waterways with rainbow trout, and whilst it isn’t the biggest trout she has caught, it was the lure my youngest daughter picked out of my tackle box herself and used to catch her first trout unassisted!

Whether you are fishing the canals, a high-country lake, river mouth or chasing sea run salmon there definitely is a lure within the Crusader or Chinook range for you, and they get the results too!

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Hunting & Fishing Nz, Christchurch

“The dish on the Crusader is far more pronounced than what you see on a majority of other metal spoons and this is what got my attention. The action is outstanding, far better than the other styles of lures I was using at the time. This is an advantage when fishing in still water, quiet backwaters or in the canals when the flows are low.”

Light Game IC 150 Reel + Aird-x 702LFB Rod

the quality counts

by pat swift Pat Swift Flies

igging is a popular method for catching trout in both the Taupo and Rotorua Lakes, and one of my favourite forms of fishing.

Technology has played a large part in my successes in recent years, with spot lock motors and bathymetrical mapping sounders making locating the fish and staying on the marks a piece of cake. However, never underestimate the benefits of a high-quality rod and reel and how they play their part in more trout ending up in your landing net.

Recently I was joined by Mike Davis of Hunting & Fishing NZ, Rotorua to put Daiwa’s latest trout jigging combo through its paces. After a couple of weather cancellations, we met up at Gisborne Point boat ramp on Lake Rotoiti where a fine cloudless day with five to ten knots of southerly wind awaited us. Our plan was to start at the eastern end of Gisborne Point and work our way west to Ruato Bay. Trout were quickly spotted on the sounder and flies were dropped into 20 meters of water.

First impressions of the combo were one of familiarity, as I have been fishing the Aird- X 702LFB rod for the last season and love it. This rod has all

the features I look for in a trout jigging rod, including 2.13 meters (7 feet) in length and Fuji guides, as quality guides are a must when fishing fine braids. The tip is sensitive but handled the 40-to-60-gram sinkers we used in a depth of 20 to 30 meters, as well as the different wind conditions we encountered.

Trout jigging is a vertical technique and rods are best fished in a system where you hold them parallel to the water. Hence why there is a problem with longbutted rods intruding into the boat. The Aird-X is the perfect length, and we had no restrictions moving around the boat.

I have also been fishing with the previous model Daiwa Light Game ICV 150 H reels for several years and was keen to see what changes have been made.

This is a completely updated reel and the 10% narrower width and 20% weight reduction makes it a lot more comfortable to hold and wrap your hand around whilst playing a fish. The new ATD drag was super smooth on stubborn rainbows, and small size #10 flies were not a problem. The most beneficial reason I love this reel is the LCD counter usually only found on bigger reels. Multicolored braid and sounders help to keep track of where you are in the water column, but there is nothing like winding up to within 10cm of a fish just by simply looking at the screen on your reel. The last new feature is a built-in clicker that was silent on the drop and retrieve and was only audible whilst playing fish when line is being pulled off the reel. I can see this feature making the reel a great choice for trout down rigger fishers as well as trout jiggers. For the test I set this combo up like all my sets, the bottom of the spool is packed out with mono and then top shot with 100 meters of 10lb – PE .15 Daiwa J-Braid Grand X8 strand. The reel will hold 300m of the above braid with no backing and there is also a larger size model available for salt water slow jig anglers.

23 trout were netted on the day with many over 2.5kg. Mike landed the best fish – a fat 3kg hen. A memorable day was had with a great rod, reel, and company.

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“The most beneficial reason I love this reel is the LCD counter usually only found on bigger reels. Multicolored braid and sounders help to keep track of where you are in the water column, but there is nothing like winding up to within 10cm of a fish just by simply looking at the screen on your reel.”

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a Sustainable Approach

by Peter Francis

we are pretty spoilt as anglers in New Zealand. Our diverse marine life differs quite remarkably around the country, offering excellent fishing opportunities wherever we are heading. Among the various fishing techniques available, lure fishing stands out as an exhilarating and effective way to target some of our most sought-after species. From stickbaits for kingfish, to softbaits for snapper, microjigging on light tackle, sliders for workups, and the popular slow pitch jigging-anglers have a wide array of options to explore in their quest for a memorable fishing experience.

While lure fishing is an incredibly effective way to target different species, it also makes the release of fish far easier given they are almost always hooked in, or around the mouth. This is the result of the angler always being directly in touch with the lure and the hook essentially being set on impact rather than the fish swallowing a bait - which often has fatal consequences. Having to kill an undersized or undesired fish because it has swallowed a bait is disastrous to our fishery and an outcome we endeavour to avoid.

Lure fishing is a far more sustainable way to practice catch-and-release and thereby protect the marine environment and preserve fish populations for future generations. This realisation and ethos have grown in recent years and has spawned fast-growing fishing tournaments like the NZ Lure Masters, where fish are caught and released, with photos showing the length of fish against a measure board to record category winners. Quickly fading are the days where competitions award prizes for fish weight – especially average weight categories which openly encourage the killing of all fish and is simply unnecessary.

With over 800 anglers expected this year, the NZ Lure Masters tournament has quickly grown to one of the largest and most lucrative fishing competitions in the country where big prize offerings are awarded to the longest fish. Because results are recorded digitally, the competition is not limited to a geographic location and anglers from all over the country can compete for prizes in their local fish species categories. The one commonality throughout is that there is no bait involved. Everything is targeted with lures and the following is a quick brush over some of the different lures that’ll be used for targeting different species.

Stickbaits and poppers have gained popularity as go-to lures for targeting kingfish. These lures imitate injured baitfish, enticing these powerful predators. Kingfish are known for their aggressive nature, and the thrill of witnessing a pack of big greenbacks chasing down your lure, finishing in a ferocious surface strike is unmatched.

Softbaits, on the other hand, have revolutionised snapper fishing in New Zealand. These versatile lures mimic small baitfish or crustaceans, fooling snapper into thinking they have stumbled upon an easy meal. The realistic movements and lifelike appearance of softbaits make them irresistible to a

wide range of species and are a must-have in any anglers tackle box.

Microjigging has emerged as a highly successful technique for targeting a wide range of species. This method involves using small, often brightly coloured, tungsten jigs that imitate baitfish or squid. Microjigs are effective both in shallow waters and in deeper areas, making them a versatile option for anglers seeking a thrilling fishing experience. They get down fast and are less susceptible to currents given the light gear you generally use, this means you’re in the strike zone quicker, and for longer, which can only mean more fish to the net.

Sliders, specifically designed for targeting fish during workups, have become a star-performer in the tackle trade in recent years due to their ease and effectiveness. Sliders are so good that they can prove difficult to reach the bottom as literally everything wants to eat them on their way down. Mr Rodholder can fish these lures particularly well too, so it always pays to have one down even if you’re not actively fishing it.

For anglers looking to explore deeper waters, slow-pitch jigging provides an exciting and effective method. Slow-pitch jigs are designed to flutter seductively as they descend through the water column, imitating an injured or dying baitfish. These lures have proven highly successful for anglers targeting species such as snapper, kingfish, and hapuku - providing anglers with a challenging and rewarding fishing experience. They’re much easier on the body than mechanical or speed jigging too, so it’s not hard to commit to a full day of slow-pitch jigging.

So if you are interested in catching more fish, bigger fish, have more fun in doing so, and you are selective about the ones you choose to keep, pop into your local Hunting & Fishing NZ store and ask the fishing team what you need to give lure fishing a go.

Lure Fishing in New Zealand: Hunting & Fishing Nz, North Shore + Westgate

“Lure fishing is a far more sustainable way to practice catch-and-release and thereby protect the marine environment and preserve fish populations for future generations.”

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Berkley Gulp Trout Nuggets

salt water HITLIST HITLIST

Dean Officer Hunting & Fishing NZ, Ashburton

Berkley is a company with more than 20 years of continuous research and development into fish feeding stimulates, with proven results. Over this time, they’ve performed a mind-boggling 50,000+ taste tests and have produced over 1,000 scent and flavour combinations. So it’s no surprise that one of our most popular baits for the Mackenzie Basin fisheries is the Berkley GULP! Trout Nuggets in Chunky Cheese “flavour” – a very happy discovery in all of this taste testing.

The Chunky Cheese colourway is not too dissimilar to the pellets fed to the farmed salmon, which is also a happy by-product for the larger fish that inhabit the canals, patiently waiting around the farms for the dinner gong to go off.

Presented for sale in a 30gm twist top pottle, these preformed nuggets in a floating formula are fortified with a powerful GULP! scent and they can be further moulded into the desired size and shape for a perfect presentation to the unsuspected submarines lurking in the glacier canal waters. Whether fished “walk the dog” style, or on a simple ledger rig, this bite-triggering putty gives the angler the unfair advantage to catch more fish.

Whilst a proven product in our local waters, there is no reason not to try this product on your waterways (always check your local fishing regulations regarding scented baits), and I suspect that the likes of perch, which are always great fun for the kids, will also love this scent-loaded product.

shimano Insulated Lifestyle Cooler Range

Colin Barlow Hunting & Fishing NZ, Warkworth

When Shimano makes a new product, they do it properly, and the new Shimano 21Ltr Lifestyle Cooler Bag is no exception. Sitting at the premium end of the market, this cooler bag has some of the heaviest insulation I have ever seen in a soft-sided bag. It has a heavy-duty TPU inner to prevent punctures, and a gasproof rubberised zip to ensure your ice stays on the inside - even if it tips over. They even have fitted four dedicated tie-down points to make sure you don’t lose your catch

Daiwa BaitJunkie Jig Heads

When it comes to the hooks we use while fishing it is crucially important that you have complete trust that the hook is going to hold and land that fish of a lifetime. This is especially true with jig heads for softbaiting as the shank tends to be longer and thinner than your normal recurve or circle-style hook.

Six months ago, Daiwa launched their new jig head specifically designed for their own BaitJunkie softbaits, but of course they will happily fit any brand of softbait on the market. What makes the BaitJunkie heads different to others are the two reverse keels on the ribbed shoulder of the hook shank. Sometimes when fish hit the bait hard but don’t stay attached it’s likely they have pulled the soft bait along the hook and twisted it. Obviously, once the softbait is offset nothing will bite and you need to re-centre the bait and start again.

With Bait Junkie Jig Heads virtually the softbait can’t get pulled off the hook. This feature simply means that your bait is always looking natural, therefore you are effectively fishing longer in the strike zone which will ultimately lead to more fish being hooked, and hopefully landed.

I have been absolutely rapt with how the BaitJunkie jig heads have performed. They come in a huge range of weights and sizes for saltwater and I have enjoyed them so much I have adopted their freshwater jig heads for chasing trout also.

Check out the new Daiwa BaitJunkie jig heads the next time you head out on the ocean or the lake - you may just secure that fish of a lifetime through having your softbait fishing properly, for longer.

(or drinks) overboard in the rough stuff.

At $299.99, this is certainly a high-end cooler, but in a bit of scientific backyard testing we threw a bag of Party Ice in the cooler and zipped it up. Three days later, with still around half of the ice frozen, the twenty two bottles we managed to fit inside were perfectly chilled for the weekendsomething you will be very hard-pressed to find in any other soft cooler on the market. The heavy construction of both bag and the carry straps, and the well thought out design of this bag sets it apart from any other soft side cooler out there.

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Darren Simpson Hunting & Fishing NZ, Rotorua

a versatile combination

by David

the new upgraded models of Shimano Dialuna rod and Vanquish reels are now available. The previous models made up a truly epic softbait combination of rod and reel for those seeking a lightweight spin outfit without compromising on power. I’m pleased to say that Shimano have improved this already amazing combo.

I feel well qualified to comment on this as I have personally owned three of the previous generation Dialuna/Vanquish combos for around three years now. They’ve been my go-to sets covering a range of fishing options, being truly great to fish with. I’ve had some epic softbaiting sessions and they’ve proven time and again they can certainly handle the bigger fish.

The new 2023 Shimano Dialuna rod now incorporates an upgraded blank and carbon monocoque butt section that improves the lightness and sensitivity of the rod. Meanwhile, the 2023 Shimano Vanquish reel is a strong and extremely lightweight design, featuring a magnesium alloy body with Ci4 (carbon fibre) side plate, rotor and handle. The 2023 version has also been upgraded internally to feature a lot of the latest technology found in the flagship Stella FK reels, such as Infinity Drive and Infinity Xross for increased gear durability and rotational smoothness under load. The line management system now features Infinity loop and an anti-twist fin for better line lay to

aid casting and eliminate wind knots. Lastly, the new Duracross drag washer material is ten times more durable and smoother than ever before.

There are two choices of Dialuna rod I would recommend for soft baiting, the 7’6” and the 8’. It comes down to personal preference and we invite you to come on in and compare in-store. The Vanquish reel is available in three sizes, 2500S (shallow spool), C3000 (compact) and 4000.

I like nothing better than the extra feel and control you get when targeting bigger fish on high quality light gear, so couldn’t hold back when the first 2023 Vanquish/Dialuna deliveries arrived. With a writing deadline to meet, I shot out into the Hauraki Gulf where I managed to get in a couple of hours of ‘testing’. I chose the Dialuna 7’6” rod and Vanquish C3000 reel, a soft baiting combo that I think many anglers will rate as a simply awesome pairing. Based on my familiarity with the old combo I was immediately impressed, this was definitely a more refined feel. I caught and released several fish including a couple of snapper around 12lb with ease, so my lasting impression was that this is all you could hope for in a combo.

Shimano Dialuna & Vanquish soft bait combo

Scott Hunting & Fishing nz, North Shore + westgate

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“The 2023 version has also been upgraded internally to feature a lot of the latest technology found in the flagship Stella FK reels, such as Infinity Drive, Infinity Xross for increased gear durability and rotational smoothness under load.”

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shimano GRAPPLER BB 150HG

you little beauty!

by Mike Davis Hunting &

spring is a wonderful time of the year to chase snapper with a wide variety of lure fishing techniques. When sea conditions are optimal, styles such as slow pitch jigginvg are very effective. But as the wind notoriously blows throughout the spring period, or the snapper are hard on the bottom feeding, fishing with sliding lures is hard to beat.

During late October and the beginning of November, when the snapper start moving into the gulf and the work-up fishing is at its best, fishing with small, compact, overhead reels has some huge advantages over spin setupsespecially when the fish are still in deeper water.

Over the last six months I have been lucky enough to be fishing with the Shimano Grappler BB 150HG low-profile baitcasting reel. The Grappler BB 150HG is a well-priced, light jigging machine that is perfect for those people starting out their lure fishing journey. The new Hagane body stiffens the frame and helps with rigidity and strength. Shimano X-Protect is then incorporated into the reel which helps with waterproofing, creating a more durable, very light, strong reel that is more robust than other baitcast reels. A smooth incremental drag that makes playing fish a delight, plus there's a high speed 7.2 gear ratio and power handle giving this small baitcaster lots of torque and power when playing fish and re-setting lures. Also, the fact that these are available in both right and left hand wind options means that there is a reel for every angler.

Even though the reel is small, it can still retrieve 72cm of line with every rotation of the handle. This means that when fish are spotted on the sounder at varying levels, especially when higher in the water column, it is easy to wind up to the correct depth.

I have been lucky enough to have fished this reel with a variety of rods, the Shimano Xitus Nibble Tip, Shimano Kaos 662 40-150grm Nibble Tip and the Shimano Engetsu BB 869 45-200grm acid wrap rods.

When it comes to fishing with Shimano Nibble Tip rods you will instantly see that the tip of the rod is very soft. This tip is designed to let the lure bounce and dance subtly as it is slowly retrieved just off the bottom. The fish come in, pick and nip at the slider’s soft seductive skirt and feel no resistance as the gentle rod tip does its thing, all while you feel everything through the carbon rod. They come back and hit the lure again and pretty much hook themselves. For the angler the art is to not strike the fish and let the rod do all the work for you.

I have been using the Shimano Rakuchan lures (interchangeable head) and a variety of Shimano Lucanus lures and it amazes me just how often fishing with these lures can save the day.

The Shimano Grappler BB 150HG is due to be released into the New Zealand market in August, so be sure to stop into your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store and check out these little beauties. They will be ranged on a variety of Shimano rods starting at $429.99 with the Xitus Pro Nibble Tip at $429.99, meaning a quality combo to suit mid-range budgets.

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“A smooth incremental drag that makes playing fish a delight, 7.2 gear ratio and power handle give this small baitcaster lots of torque and power when playing fish and re-setting lures.”

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shimano Beastmaster 9000B reel

absolutely electric

shimano have been producing top-quality electric reels for many years and the new Beastmaster 9000B is a welcome upgrade to the 9000A model. The new colour screen feature is more user-friendly and easier to navigate than the 9000A. That’s important to a technophobe like myself.

This Shimano Beastmaster reel is an essential piece of kit for anglers deep dropping for hapuku, bluenose and bass. It’s also becoming popular for drone fishing from the beach. The main features worth mentioning are the new full-colour LCD display screen, 25kg of drag, huge spool that holds 900m of 80lb braid, and an impressive retrieval of 170m per min due to the unmatched power of the Beastmaster’s GigaMax brushless motor. The Beastmaster also features a number of programmable modes including automatically stopping at a set distance from the boat to prevent the swivel from hitting your rod tip, as well as programmable jigging

and retrieval modes. Finally, the Thermo Adjust Drag Control feature stops the drag from generating excess heat during the fight by automatically cutting the motor while the drag is releasing line.

I matched the test Beastmaster 9000B with a Shimano Xitus bent but rod and took them out deep dropping for a full work-out. Joining me on the trip were good mates, golfer Ryan Fox and Alastair Mair from Hunting & Fishing NZ, North Shore. We were exploring some new areas fishing in depths of 100220m targeting hapuku. I spotted some sign on the fish finder and we quickly dropped the lines. We managed to get four hapuku and then decided that was plenty of fish for three of us. We also caught a few gem fish as by-catch, these are always great smoked. The Beastmaster reel performed superbly as expected, easily handling the fish we caught. The biggest fish we hooked was sadly sharked 50m from the surface. It was a really good fish too and gave a hard scrap, pulling line for several moments before I was able to get it off the

I’ve owned the previous 9000A model for two years and it’s caught plenty of fish so it’s great to see that it's more than a facelift on the Shimano Beastmaster 9000B. I can strongly recommend this new model given my personal experience of these reels.

The Shimano Beastmaster 9000B is due to land late October and stores are taking pre-orders now.

If you can’t wait until then, we have the Shimano Beastmaster 9000A & Xitus Pro 5’6” 2pc bent butt rod with braid combo on runout for $2099, save $300 – while stocks last!

Check it out on page 52.

by David Scott Hunting & Fishing nz, North Shore + westgate

“The main features worth mentioning are the new full-colour LCD display screen, 25kg of drag, huge spool that holds 900m of 80lb braid, and an impressive retrieval of 170m per min due to the unmatched power of the Beastmaster’s GigaMax brushless motor.”

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LANDING NETS $84.99

• Waterproofing material to keep goods dry all day.

• Large storage compartment.

• Large pocket for tool for tool and accessory storage. BANAR BAG $99.99

$279.99

UPRIGHT INSULATED COOLER BAG 21L

• 20mm NBR closed cell foam insulation for maximum temperature retention.

• Made from heavy duty waterproof TPU outer.

$299.99

salt water

LURES

LUCANUS

Sizes: 60, 80, 100 & 150gm.

• The original slow jig!

• Available in a variety of weights to suit all applications. Lucanus is a versatile lure at all depths, perfect for beginner through to advanced level anglers.

TIGER BAKUBAKU

Sizes: 60, 80 & 100gm.

• Japanese designed Kabura style of jig.

• The shape is designed to produce a complex flow of water behind the head to create more fish attraction from the silicon skirt.

• Colours, skirts and hooks have been designed specifically for the NZ market to maximise your fishing success.

RAKUCHAN BAKUBAKU

Sizes: 80, 100 & 120gm.

INTERCHANGEABLE COMPONENTS

NZ’s first fully interchangeable head and skirt design. Mix and match within seconds to maximise your sink rate, presentation and ultimately your results!

$25.99

COLTSNIPER WONDERFALL

Sizes: 30, 40, 60 & 80gm.

• Designed for light jigging applications, the Coltsniper Wonderfall has a unique irregular falling action with a slow flutter followed by a faster slide.

• Perfect for high and low current environments.

• All new colour range for 2023, featuring realistic fish holographics for maximum results.

$22.99 FROM FROM

$17.99

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CHARTREUSE SHRIMP PINK WHITE ORANGE WHITE $18.99

SOARE METAL SHOT TG

Sizes: 18, 24 & 32gm.

• Made from a stainless-steel centre with Tungsten either side, the smaller profile jig has a fast sink rate.

• Rigged with a heavy-duty single hook at the end of an 80LB Kevlar assist cord.

• Featuring a large 3D eye for maximum fish attraction.

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OCEA WINGFALL

Sizes: 100, 130 & 160gm.

• These Slow Pitch jigs feature a unique holographic on one side and Lumo on the reverse side.

• Developed so that it is easy to swim when fished with a slow action to imitate an injured baitfish.

• All new colour range for 2023, featuring realistic fish holographics for maximum results.

$24.99 FROM OCEA EASY

PEBBLE

Sizes: 210, 250, 290 & 350gm.

• New Zealand specific colours.

• Designed specifically to target Kingfish, Hapuka and Bluenose.

• This jig features a unique centre weight to imitate an injured baitfish with its sliding, rolling action on the drop. Can be fished both mechanically and slow pitch styles.

Sizes: 160mm / 61gm & 190mm / 86gm.

• Featuring both Scaleboost and Flashboost technologies.

• This floating stickbait is easy to swim with a good diving action.

• Rigged with heavy duty split rings and treble hooks to match the lure size.

• Two unique colours designed specifically for the NZ market – Juvenile Kahawai and Mullet.

$54.99

OCEA BUBBLE DIP 220F

Sizes: 220mm 110gm.

• Get the best of both worlds with the Ocea Bubble Dip 220F, with it’s swimming popper design giving off a huge bubble trail whilst also having the action of a stickbait.

At the time of diving, in addition to the effect of drawing in fine bubbles and appealing in the water it also has the function as air venting of the cup part of the nose.

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003 LUMO SQUID 004 BLUE PINK $29.99 FROM

$49.99

007 KEIMURA ORANGE LUMO

010 KEIMURA SILVER LUMO

008 KEIMURA BLACK LUMO

009 KEIMURA LUMO SQUID

006 KEIMURA BLUE PINK

002 PINK LUMO

001 IWASHI SARDINE

004 WHITE 006 JUV KAHAWAI

002 PINK

001 PILCHARD 003 CLEAR SILVER 004 FLYING FISH

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EXAGE MONO

300m: 2.9kg, 3.4kg, 4.4kg, 5.5kg, 7.5kg, 10.4kg, 12.9kg.

Colour: Clear

• Great knot strength & abrasion resistance.

• Supple, low stretch & low memory.

• Made in Japan.

$14.99 FROM

OCEA F LEADER

20m: 130lb.

50m: 10lb, 12lb, 16lb, 20lb, 25lb, 30lb, 40lb, 50lb, 60lb, 80lb, & 100lb.

Colour: Clear.

• Unique three layer fluorocarbon construction.

• Fluorine coated for reduced friction.

$19.99 FROM

TECHNIUM MONO

300m: 5kg, 6.1kg, 7.5kg & 8.5kg

Colour: Dark Green.

• Three-core construction.

• Hard wearing and abrasion resistant.

• Made in Japan

$24.99 FROM

KAIRIKI BRAID

(150 & 300m Spools)

8lb, 10lb, 15lb, 20lb, 30lb, 50lb & 80lb.

Colour: Multi & Mantis Green

• Shimano’s proprietary VT Construction method.

• 8 carrier braid.

• Made in Japan.

$29.99

GRAPPLER 8 BRAID

300m: PE0.8(16.4lb), PE 1.0(20lb),

PE 1.2 (24.7lb)

Colour: Multi.

• Shimano’s proprietary VT Construction method.

• Made from high quality Japanese IZANAS PE fibres.

• Heatsink coating

• 8 strand construction.

$74.99 FROM

OCEA 8 BRAID

300m: PE1.5(30lb), PE2(41lb), PE6(102lb) & PE8(137lb).

400m: PE4(73lb), PE5(89lb), PE6(102lb) & PE8(137lb).

Colour: Multi & SW Blue.

• Available in multi colour and SW Blue for both jigging and topwater applications.

• Made with high quality Dyneema fibres and woven with Shimano tough cross construction.

$139.99 FROM

Daiwa BaitJunkie lures are constructed from a proprietary material Elastomax an incredibly durable and stretchy non-toxic elastomer which has a positive buoyancy and allows for thinner body designs with improved swimming actions. Amino-X, an amino acid profile, is impregnated into the elastomer during the manufacturing process and acts as a bite trigger while effectively masking any plastic smells. Finally Shrimp Power-Oil is added to provide an attractive scent.

$12.99

BAIT JUNKIE JIG HEADS

The totally unique bait keeper designed to perform exceptionally well with Daiwa’s stretchy ELASTOMAX Bait Junkies.

Hook size from #4-7/0. Weights from1/20-2oz

salt water

$12.99

HITLIST TOPHITLIST PICK

The most technically advanced sliding lure. 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, 200g. Glow, Pink, Orange, Chartreuse, Black, Gold. Spare skirts & assist hooks available separately.

Direct replacement skirt for Kohga lures. Designed especially for NZ snapper.

Ultra sharp teflon coated Saqsas hooks. Bound and glued to increase longevity.

KOHGA BAYRUBBER REPLACEMENT SKIRTS $12.99

J-THREAD NYLON

High quality material made in Japan. Low memory, extremely supple, excellent shock resistance. Available in 300m spools. (50lb 250m spool)

6, 8, 12, 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, 50lb. Also available in bulk spools.

FROM $26.99

J-BRAID X4

Premium Japanese 4 weave braided line. Yellow available in 135, 270m spools. Multi Colour available in 300m spools.

8, 10, 15, 20, 30, 50, 80lb.

FROM $21.99

SALTIGA 12 BRAID

Ultimate braided line for casting & jigging.

Ultra-Volume Fibre, Evo Silicone, Made in Japan. Available in 200, 300, & 400m spools.

FROM $94.99

Replacement skirt for Kohga lures

Proprietary non-toxic biodegradable elastomer.

Realistic texture, scented, UV colours. Orange, Red, Brown, Chartreuse.

FROM $20.99 $16.99

Lemon Lame Cola & Cola Bloody Red Lame Mikan Lame

J-THREAD FLUOROCARBON LEADER

Made in Japan. High quality 100% Fluorocarbon. High abrasion resistance & low memory.

100m spool in 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20, 25lb. 50m spool in 30, 40, 50, 60, 80lb.

FROM $32.99

J-BRAID GRAND X8

The premium J-Braid line. Made in Japan. Available in 150, 300, 500yd spools. Available in Chartreuse & Multi Colour.

6, 8, 10, 15, 20, 30, 50, 80, 100lb.

FROM $31.99

UV SALTIGA DURA SENSOR X8+Si2 BRAID

Saltiga DURASENSOR X8 braided line combining MUSCLE

PE and DAIWA’s famous Si2+ silicon coating. Made in Japan. Available in Multi 300m, Green 200m spools. Green 11, 15, 18, 26lb Multi 35, 49, 66, 79, 97lb

FROM $69.99

KOHGA BAYRUBBER FREE LURES

KOHGA MEGA6 OCTOPUS SKIRTS

SNAPPER FLASHERS

PROTECT & PROVIDE

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You may know us for our purpose built performance hunting products but now that trust and meticulous design has gone into our top of the line new range of PERFORMANCE SPORT FISHING CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES that will maximise your experience this fishing season. These are just a selection of top spring Stoney Creek Sport Fishing products, to see the full range visit your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store.

STONEY CREEK WATERPROOF GAME BAGS make it easy to load your next big fish with their wide and stable “stand-up” construction. Ultra tough, welded waterproof Defender 500D Marine Grade PVC and heavy duty reinforced YKK zip with twin back up webbing strap – these bags are built to last and will keep your next prize catch in mint condition.

PROVIDER BAG (EXTRA-LARGE) LARGE KINGFISH OR HAPUKA FIERY RED | FAU-2035-BFR $449.99

PROVIDER BAG (LARGE) IDEAL FOR LARGE SNAPPER STRONG BLUE | FAU-2030-BBL $349.99

PROVIDER BAG (SMALL) IDEAL FOR SNAPPER, TARAKIHI, GURNARD OR ALL YOUR GROCERIES & FROZEN SUPPLIES DARK SHADOW | FAU-2020-BDS $249.99

STONEY CREEK PROVIDER BAGS provide insulated, waterproof storage - with easy access through the wide mouth and “stand-up” design. Constructed with ultra tough, mould and UV resistant DEFENDER 500D Marine Grade PVC outer and a puncture resistant 840D TPU inner lining. These bags are built to last and will keep your BBQ drinks, groceries, wild game, or next catch of fresh fish staying chilled and protected.

Sport Fishing

BLUE SEABREEZE CAP

STRONG BLUE-BLACK

STONEY CREEK SEABREEZE CAP FAU-0104-XBK | BLACK $39.99

BROADY SEABREEZE CAP FAU-0104-XCH | DARK SHADOW $39.99

KINGY SEABREEZE CAP FAU-1004-XGN | GREEN $39.99

PROUDLY TAGGED SEABREEZE CAP FAU-0104-XFR | FIERY RED $39.99

STRIPEY SEABREEZE CAP FAU-0104-XBC | BLACK $39.99

SNAPPER SEABREEZE CAP FAU-1004-XBK | BLACK $39.99

DRIFT CAP FAU-0104-XFN FOREST NIGHT $39.99

BROWN TROUT DRIFT CAP FAU-0104-XBN BURNT BROWN $39.99

FLYBRIDGE-VISOR FAU-0104-XEG | BLACK $34.99

ESPADON SPORT SPEARGUN FROM $189.99

– 25mm aluminium barrel with rail guide

– Perfect Speargun for beginners or kids

BUCKET HATS $44.99

– 5 Colours Available

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MARLIN GLOVES 3MM $109.99

– Kevlar Palms and Fingertips

– Open Cell for extra warmth

MARLIN EVIL SPEARGUN FROM $369.99

– Rail Gun

– Available in 75, 90, 100 and 110cm

MUNDIAL BACKPACK $199.99

– Carry all of your kit in one bag!

– Secondary Cooler Compartment

MUNDIAL SPORT $249.99

MUNDIAL ONE $229.99

MUNDIAL ONE-50 $179.99

NEOPRENE PONCHO $239.99

– 1mm Neoprene Poncho with oversized Hood

– Internal Plush lining for additional warmth

– One Size Fits Most

DOUBLE CELLED BUOY $59.99

– Internal bladder & nylon exterior

SPY SNORKEL $49.99 17 Colours available

MAXLUX S MASK $149.99

– 16 Colours available

– Frameless mask for maximum vison

– Perfect for Scuba Diving, Spearfishing and Snorkelling

OCEO SETS FROM $69.99

– M/S Sets & M/S/F Sets

– Kids and Adults sizes available

VOYAGER FINS $99.99

– The perfect snorkelling fin

– 4 Colours available

– Available in kids and adults sizes!

ROCKSEA SPOT 5MM WETSUIT $629.99

– Orange Spot for visibility and Safety

– Elaskin X 8.2 Limestone Neoprene

– Jacket and Long John sold separately

REDROCK 5MM WETSUIT $799.99

– Elaskin X 8.6 Ultra Soft Limestone Neoprene

– Smooth Neoprene Seals around Face, Wrists and Ankles

– Jacket and Long John sold separately

MUNDIAL COMPETITION FROM $279.99

– 28mm aluminium barrel with rail guide

– 16mm rubbers and 6,5mm shaft

– Available in 75cm, 90cm and 100cm

190mm Stainless Steel blade

MAHI KOURA FLOAT $269.99

– 20L High Pressure Float at 15psi

– Available in Yellow, Orange or Pink

ihave always had a bit of a soft spot for Sako firearms as my first ever deer was secured with my father’s open sighted Sako Finnbear .270 (a few decades ago!). Sako have continued to refine and lead the market ever since, so when the opportunity arose to testfire the all new Sako 90 range I jumped at the chance.

Three rifles arrived at the shop. The Sako 90 PEAK, Sako 90 ADVENTURE, and Sako 90 HUNTER along with a Steiner Predator 2-16 scope with H series rings. For the purpose of this exercise I was to testfire the Sako 90 PEAK, as much as I would have loved to have been able to do them all!

The immediate impression when I unpacked the PEAK was the weight and feel. At 2.6kg for the bare rifle it felt like a dream to handle. I placed it in the gun vice to fit the scope and it’s then I noticed the machined in picatinny interface which not only assists with out of the box accuracy but also simplifies the scope mounting procedure. I fitted the scope and ran it through a quick bore sight procedure before we hit the range to sight the package in.

It was chambered in .308, so based on where I wanted to take it for a hunt, I decided to have it zeroed at 200 meters. It’s not surprising that it was immediately accurate and very comfortable to shoot and with Sako’s Cold Hammer Forged barrel there wasn’t any need to break it in. The action is super smooth with the bolt locking lug pushing the round out of the magazine into the chamber and, once in place, the extractor claw is pushed into the groove of the casing. With a double plunger on the bolt face extraction and ejection is robust, which is something to be aware of if you collect your spent cases for reloading!

deadly accurate

Did I mention this was comfortable to shoot? The 3D meshed carbon stock has a textured coating providing a solid grip in all conditions and is UV protected. It is ergonomically designed having a minimal palm swell and slightly raised cheek support to enable correct eye level. The Sako 90 PEAK comes with a radial muzzle break but as certain hunting situations dictate a suppressor is a big advantage, this can be easily fitted.

We’re finally ready for the field test. I am comfortable with how this is set up and sighted in so ultimately the end result is up to me. I’ll walk into a location where the morning sun hits a large manuka face, settle in and begin glassing. In this location the shooting range is anything from 50-400 meters so, depending where an animal appears, this will be a good test.

Given the tight central North Island hunting conditions to the vast openness of the South Island this is a quality rifle that will appeal to a lot of hunters.

Sako trigger mechanism parts are manufactured to an extremely high tolerance meaning a very clean and crisp trigger operation with zero creep. There are five easily adjustable weights of pull settings and the trigger position can be adjusted for individual hand sizes. The safety system blocks the firing pin and locks both the trigger and the bolt handle and it has a bolt release which enables you to load or remove a cartridge while the safety is engaged.

Sako 90 Range

Hunting & Fishing Nz, Taupo by Martyn Noakes

“It was chambered in .308, so based on where I wanted to take it for a hunt, I decided to have it zeroed at 200 meters. It’s not surprising that it was immediately accurate and very comfortable to shoot and with Sako’s Cold Hammer Forged barrel there wasn’t any need to break it in.”

LITE STAINLESS STEEL $1,799

Available in 222, 22-250, 223, 243, 270, 30-06 SPRNG, 308, 6.5 CR,

$2,349

Available in 223, 243, 270, 308, 6.5 CR, 6.5x55, 7MM-08, 7MM R.MAG, 300 W.MAG, 300 WSM

LITE ROUGHTECH $2,399

Available in 223, 243, 270, 308, 6.5 CR, 6.5 PRC, 7MM-08, 7MM R.MAG, 300 W.MAG, 300 WSM

LITE VEIL ALPINE $2,599

Available in 243, 30-06 SPRNG, 308, 6.5 CR, 6.5 PRC, 270, 7MM-08, 7MM R.MAG, 300 W.MAG, 300WSM

LEFT HAND OPTION $2,699

Available in 308, 6.5 CR, 6.5 PRC, 270, 7MM R.MAG, 300 W.MAG

LITE VEIL WIDELAND $2,599

SAKO 90

REBORN TO ENHANCE YOUR SENSES

Just like you, our world’s most advanced turn-bolt action rifles evolve and improve to be smoother, lighter, and even more accurate to fit your journey. Sako 90 is the ultimate rifle series reborn to enhance your experiences in the wild. The supreme companion for your journeys, developed together with you – the hunter.

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She’s a head turner alright. But there’s more to the Hilux SR5 Cruiser than sheer good looks. Add in the beefed up suspension and increased stopping power, courtesy of rear ventilated disc brakes, and it’s a complete package. Nice nice nice.

Hilux 4WD SR5 Cruiser.

packed with value

when I was given the opportunity to testfire the Franchi Horizon Elite Strata rifle package I was stoked as I had been eyeing them up in our gun room for a while now and I was keen to see if it shoots as good as it looks. Designed as an entry-level package ideal for kiwi hunters, this rifle ticks the boxes for looks, durability, accuracy, and reliability.

The rifle came paired with the Burris Droptine 3-9x40 scope, featuring a “Ballistic Plex” reticle for quick, on the fly holdover adjustments. With the reticle's markings, estimating and compensating for a bullet’s drop on the long shots is easy. This is a combo deal Hunting & Fishing NZ sells at special pricing.

The lightweight Strata features a camo True Timber Techno polymer stock

and includes the Burris Droptine scope as mentioned, but also Burris Zee Rings and Burris Scope Bases. There are 7 calibres in the range with my test

During my range tests, the Franchi consistently punched 1” MOA groups on the targets. I was testing it with the Sako Powerhead Blade ammo in .308, and my rifle loved it straight out of the box. The Sako Powerhead Blade ammo is something special. It’s a lead-free option that delivers reliable performance when hunting. Its deep, hollow, cavity design allows for immediate expansion - mushrooming upon impact - ensuring effective energy transfer and stopping power. With its non-toxic, pure copper projectile, I don’t have to worry about lead fragments contaminating the hard-earned meat that I’m

The verdict? Yes at just $1699 for an Italian made rifle with a quality Burris scope, the Franchi Horizon Elite Strata rifle package is a real standout in its price class and is ideal for pretty much any kiwi hunter no matter what or where they hunt.

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Hunting & Fishing Nz, Whakatane

by Marin Hobson

“Kiwis are tough on gear, and we hunt in all weather. The cerakote coating on the barrel and action is not just for looks. The coating protects from scuffing and corrosion, keeping maintenance simple, and reducing barrel flash without the demanding maintenance required of a blued barrel.”

our brand ambassador’s new season must have gear

my pick’s for spring

by joe edlington j e wilds youtube channel

i've done some awesome hunts this year filming for my 'Out There Doing It' show on my JE Wilds YouTube channel. If you’ve been following along, you will have seen the stag hunts have been a huge focus of mine this year. I also had a great time with friend Pedro De Ampuero, where we each got a nice old bull Tahr, one being 13.5 inches and the other a broomed off 14.5 year old bull. The channel is just shy of reaching 25 million views and continues to climb, so if you haven't yet seen my videos make sure you get onto youtube and search out 'JE Wilds Hunting'

Bergara B14 Wilderness Ridge Carbon

OK, first I'm going to let you know about a very cool, new rifle that you're going to love. It's the Bergara B14 Wilderness Ridge Carbon. This is a carbonbarreled rifle that is new to the Bergara lineup and is now available at Hunting & Fishing New Zealand stores. It’s packed full of modern and extremely practical features.

Let’s firstly talk about the main new feature of this rifle, it’s an obvious one - the carbon barrel. Carbon-fibre rifle barrels, are produced by turning down a steel rifle barrel into a mere shadow of its former self, wrapping it in carbon fibre, and bonding them both together. As a result of this design, there are a wide range of advantages you will get over the standard full-steel or fluted barrel because the inside portion of the barrel and bore is made from 410 stainless steel, and the exterior is made from layers of carbon fibre which gives increased rigidity, strength, and improves the overall harmonics. Better barrel harmonics means better shot accuracy, especially when shooting multiple rounds in quick succession. Carbon fibre barrels are also lighter in weight than standard steel or fluted barrels and also disperse heat a lot quicker, which leads to a longer barrel life. Bergara has built their reputation on creating world-class barrels due to their fine-tuned drilling, honing, and rifling processes that guarantee sub-MOA precision. These new carbon models are an awesome addition to their ever-expanding product lineup.

All Wilderness Series rifles come standard with Bergara's own supersmooth B-14 Action using Sniper Grey Cerakote finishes for advanced protection in extremely harsh weather - which we've definitely put to the test here in the rugged New Zealand alpine hunting conditions! This is a two-lug system with a sliding plate extractor and a coned bolt nose and breech to ensure smooth feeding and extraction. It’s also equipped with a hinged floor plate, which I personally love because there's no chance of accidentally leaving the magazine at home!

The weight of this rifle starts at only 2.9kg (6.4lbs) and is available in a range of popular kiwi calibres including 308 Win, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5 PRC, and 300 Win Mag. The stock is a hand-painted American-style synthetic material with SoftTouch finish.

A scope question I get asked a lot:

“What other Leupold scopes do I personally recommend, that fit an affordable price point?”. The easy answer is Leupold’s VX-3HD scope. The VX-3HD delivers legendary performance and clarity in an incredibly tough yet lightweight package. It has Leupold’s proven waterproof, fogproof, and shockproof technology which uses advanced internal gasses and sealing methods that withstand extreme temperatures, elevation changes, and shocks - so the internals of the optics stay moisture-free and crystal clear for life. I would safely say that these are one of the more popular quality scope choices for NZ hunters due to the range of available models and value price points. Another great feature is that they are equipped with the CDS ZeroLock system which you normally find in the higher-end scopes. If you’re at all thinking of stretching the legs with your shooting distances then a custom dial-up turret, once calibrated and verified, takes all of the guesswork out of holdovers and clicks. This system also makes the process so much quicker, so you no longer have an animal walking back into the bush as you are still playing around with an app figuring out how many clicks you need to move. Customising your scope to your ammo is simple. Just complete the Leupold ballistic info chart supplied with your scope then go online or bring it in to one of Hunting & Fishing New Zealand’s stores, they send your info to Leupold and it won’t take long before you have a custom turret in your hot little hands. Having a turret customised to your ammo is a very cool feature and will take your longer-distance shooting to a new level.

So, to wrap things up, the next time you're at your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store make sure you check out the new carbon-barreled Bergara Wilderness Ridge rifles and Leupold’s VX-3HD scopes. You’ll see me using mine a lot on the JE Wilds Hunting YouTube channel in the very near future.

mountain pro 2.0 $4999

Calibres:

HMR Wilderness $2399

Calibres: 6.5 Creedmoor (1:8") .308 Win.(1:10"), .300 Win Mag.(1:10") .300 PRC (1:9"), 6.5 PRC (1:8")

B14 HMR $2099

Now available L/H 22-250, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308, .300 Win Mag $2199

The B-14 HMR rifle features our integrated mini-chassis moulded into the stock to give the rifle repeatable bedding and accuracy. The stock features an adjustable cheekpiece and length of pull spacers.

Calibres: 6.5 Creedmoor (22”), .308 Win (24”), 22-250 (24"), .300 Win (26")

B14 Timber $1699

Now available L/H, 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 , 7mm Rem, .300 Win $1799

Calibres L/H: 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win, 6.5 x 55 SE, .30-06 Spring (22”), .30 06 Spring (24”), 7mm Rem Mag, .300Win Mag, .375 H & H

Hunter wilderness $1649

Calibres: 6.5 Creedmoor (1:8"), .308 Win (1:10") 7mm Rem Mag (1:9.5"), .300 Win Mag (1:10")

X-BOLT STAINLESS STALKER

• Matte finished stainless barrel & action

• Glass bedded at factory

• Short & quick 60° bolt lift

• Adjustable Feather Trigger™ System

• Top-tang safety with bolt unlock button Detachable rotary magazine

• Inflex technology recoil pad

• All main calibers

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Price $1,799

LEFT HAND

X-BOLT STAINLESS HUNTER (walnut) 243, 308, 270, 7mm RM, 7mm08. Left Hand.

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Price LH $1,949, RH $1,899

X-BOLT HELL’S CANYON SPEED

• A-TACS AU (Arid/Urban) camouflage, composite stock, Cerakote® finish, fluted, sporter barrel with threaded muzzle brake, detachable rotary magazine, short throw bolt, adjustable trigger, bolt-action, glass bedded at factory

• 308, 7mmRM, 300WM, 300WSM, 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5PRC, 7mm08, 300PRC

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Price $2,199

X-BOLT HELL’S CANYON LONG RANGE

• As per Speed model but with heavier, longer range barrel.

• 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5PRC, 7mmRM, 300WSM, 300WM, 300PRC

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Price $2,299

X-BOLT SUPER LIGHT SF FLUTED

• Super Featherweight Trigger

• Threaded Barrel (M14x1)

• Fluted Barrel

• Carbon Fibre pattern dipped synthetic stock

• Glass bedded at factory

• Factory Short

• 7mm08, 308, 6.5x55, 223

Hunting & Fishing New Zealand Price $2,249

For full specs, check out www.browning.com

» Detachable Magazine

» Titanium Factory Cerakote

» Factory Threaded (M14X1)

» Shortened Barrel to Optimum Length

» From 6lb 3oz (308)

HUNTING &

NEW ZEALAND PRICE: $1,499

Trusted Winchester Action

Detachable 6 Shot Magazine

STEALTH Deluxe Steel 1” Rings & Weaver Bases

STEALTH M40 suppressor (with stainless insert)

STEALTH 4-12 x 40 (308) 3-9 x 40 (223) 1” BDC Scope

Cerakote (Titanium) Barrel 21” Barrel Factory Threaded (M14x1)

kage Hunting & fiSHing new Zealand priCe $1,699

Available in 308 (16.5”), 270 (20”), 7mm08 (17”), 6.5CM (22”), 7mmRM (24”)

HUNTING & FISHING NEW ZEALAND PRICE: $1,699

FISHING

» Incl STEALTH M40 Modular Suppressor

$1299

RIFLE ONLY

PREDATOR

PACKAGE INCLUDES VORTEX® CROSSFIRE II® 4-12X44 CALIBERS 204, 223, 22-250, 243, 308, 6.5 CR, 6MM CR, 6.5 GRENDEL LEFT HAND (RIFLE ONLY $1349) 243, 308, 7MM-08, 6.5CR

R/H PACKAGE

$1699

$1499

CALIBERS CALIBERS 243, 308, 7MM-08, 6.5CR, 30-06, 450 BM, 6.5 PRC, 300 WM, NEW CALIBERS: 350 LEG, 7MM PRC

FROM FROM

sub m.o.a

BLADE

Introducing the new lead-free Blade Bullet. Offers excellent performance on different shooting ranges and various sizes of game with its Blade Tip, 100% pure ductile copper and 5-Stage terminal architecture.

Controlled expansion series Bonded bullets, maximized stopping power & durability

Gamehead

Spitzer-nosed soft point bullet

B B on all Sako & Tikka RiFles

•GUARANTEED• •GUARANTEED•

Lead free Blade Tip, 100% pure ductile copper & 5-Stage terminal architecture

Gamehead PRO

Featuring Sierra’s Game Changer bullet with rapid expansion

HIGH PERFORMANCE YOU DEMAND

PMC’s popular Bronze ammunition makes it possible for recreational shooters and riflemen to enjoy high performance velocity and accuracy in a cost-effective cartridge. Bronze bridges a gap for target shooters or hunters who get genuine pleasure from challenging themselves, shot after shot, to become better marksmen.

PMC 223SP 55g SP (20 pkt)

• Extremely Reliable

• Reloadable Brass

• World Class Quality Components

• Pointed Soft Point: Expanding bullet designed for hunting and general shooting. Very accurate, designed with the hunter in mind

• Good for all shooting requirements where expansion is desired

PMC is also available in CALS:

PMC 308SP 150g SP (20 pkt)

PMC 25 AUTO 50GR FMJ (50 pkt)

PMC 32 AUTO 71GR FMJ (50 pkt)

PMC 357MAG 158g JHP (50 pkt)

PMC 380 AUTO 90GR FMJ (50 pkt)

PMC 44RM 180g JHP (25 pkt)

• Extremely Reliable

• Reloadable Brass

• World Class Quality Components

PMC 9mm 124g FMJ (50 pkt)

• Extremely Reliable

• Reloadable Brass

• World Class Quality Components

• Full Metal Jacket Bullet: Incorporates a lead core bullet enclosed in a heavy copper jacket, resulting in little or no expansion and deeper penetration of the bullet

PMC 38 SPEC 132GR FMJ (50pkt)

PMC 40 S&W180GR FMJ-FP (50 pkt)

PMC 44RM 240g TCSP (25 pkt)

PMC44 S&W SPEC 180GR JHP (25pkt

PMC 45 ACP (AUTO)230g FMJ (50pkt ) Stock may vary by store.

CENTREFIRE RIFLE SUPPRESSORS

from only $384.99

Manufactured from high-quality aircraft grade aluminium

• Rated amongst the lightest, most reliable and popular suppressors in NZ

• Designed to be easily serviceable

• Modular options available – for individual hunters needs

• Popular rifle specific models available ‘off the shelf’

Federal®

Stock may vary by store

Federal Fusion is a great round for New Zealand game.

Stock may vary by store

Power-Shok® delivers on performance at an affordable price.

BIG GREEN IS BACK

CORE-LOKT

STOCK MAY VARY BY STORE

CORE-LOKT TIPPED

Core-Lokt® Tipped combines truer flight, flatter trajectory, and devastating terminal energy.

STOCK MAY VARY BY STORE

Core-Lokt’s tapered copper jacket is locked to a solid lead core to deliver massive 2X expansion and weight retention.

engine and ballistics software with the optical performance diehard hunters and shooters demand. Now you can spot and range targets without wasting valuable seconds switching between gear. Its highcontrast red OLED display delivers visible readouts in any light, and its edge-to-edge clarity makes glassing sessions easy on the eyes. When you’re packing for your next match or hunt, cut the excess. Take the BX-4 Range HD TBR/W.

VX-FREEDOM™ SERIES OF RIFLESCOPES

60 Yards

+ Aggressively Knurled, 1/4-MOA

Finger Click Adjustments

RANGE FINDERS

A new generation of shooters deserve a new riflescope. With the VX®-Freedom™ you get best-in-class optics, unbeatable accuracy, and three exciting new reticles. It’s also everything you expect from a Leupold designed, machined, and assembled in our Oregon factory, tested to the same ruggedness standards as our top-tier riflescopes, and guaranteed for a lifetime of performance.

predator 8 series

Best-in-class optical clarity

2-16x42 $2,799

Predator 8 delivers perfectly repeatable and precise reticle adjustment. Illumination, side and elevation adjustment knobs are audible and tactile.

3-24x50 $2,999

An integrated ballistic turret allows the shooter to reliably and accurately compensate bullet drop at different distances. Four different numbered rings, allows the shooter to set marks for custom preferred distances.

PREDATOR 10 x42 LRF

DECADES OF RANGE-FINDING BINOCULAR EXPERIENCE PACKED INTO AN INNOVATIVE HUNTING BINO.

To HD glass we add the Predator diamond coating - a secret Steiner technology that generates superior light transmission and high contrast imaging. All this in compact, lightweight design that provides the military ruggedness and durability.

+ Fastest and most precise laser measuring in its category

+ LRF measuring range; 5.5 yards – 1969 yard

+ Field of view - 344 ft at 1000 yds

$2, 299

reveals greater detail at long distance, making it ideal for hunting open-country and field edges.

• HD Glass with Predator Diamond Coating™

• Laser texture for improved grip in all situations

• Roof prism design - Compact & powerful

8x42 $949.99

10x42 $999.99

HX SERIES EXCEPTIONAL LOW LIGHT PERFORMANCE

With the innovative HX Series, you’ve got a new arsenal of optics to match your style and quarry. The high-precision roof prism design, advanced lens coatings, ergonomic rubber-armored polycarb frames, and four specific-performance models let you focus on your individual adventure like never before.

8x42 $1,199 10x42 $1, 299 15x56 $1,799

10x42 clearance MODEL deal!

now $699.99 was $899.99 save $200

gear up with burris

by Brooke Kimber Hunting & Fishing nz, Cambridge

Two 'state of the art' Burris optic options to take the guess work out, and up the success rate this spring.

Burris Veracity PH 4-20x50mm scope

The Burris Veracity PH 4-20x50mm scope is a highly anticipated addition to the world of precision optics and one we’ve been quite excited about getting our hands on. I had this paired up with the Tikka Aspire .308 rifle and found it very easy to use and set up for taking into the field.

One of the standout features of the Veracity PH is its magnification range, which spans from 4x to 20x. This wide zoom range ensures versatility in various shooting scenarios, from up close and personal bush hunting to long-range alpine opportunities. The 50mm objective lens diameter allows for ample light transmission which results in a bright and clear picture even in low-light conditions.

This scope incorporates the new clickless digital turret along with a builtin heads up display. This covers custom ballistic information in yards, metres or MOA and a digital bubble level displays rifle cant (Lateral Alignment) on a Burris wind MOA FFP reticle. I found the ease of use with the clickless dial amazing both when sighting in the scope and also in the field while hunting with the Veracity PH. Bluetooth connectivity to the BurrisConnect mobile app is the data hub for this integration and once you have your ballistic info dialled in you’re good to go.

Durability is a key aspect of any quality optic and the Veracity PH excels in this area. It is constructed with a rugged single-piece tube which is shockproof. The scope is also nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed which makes it both fogproof and waterproof, allowing shooters to confidently use it in various weather conditions. It is also covered by the Burris Forever Warranty, where they will repair or replace your optic if it is damaged or defective.

The Veracity PH features a side parallax adjustment and a fast-focus eyepiece which allows for quick and easy reticle focusing and parallax correction. These user-friendly adjustments enhance the overall shooting experience and help ensure precise aim at any distance.

The Burris Veracity PH 4-20x50mm scope impresses with its versatile magnification range, clear optics, effective reticle and durable construction. It is poised to become a top choice for those seeking a high-performance riflescope for hunting, competitive shooting and long-range precision.

Overall while using the Veracity PH Scope I thought that it is great value for $2399. Optical quality was good, even while having to sight it in at lower light conditions. Was great to have the Burris Signature LRF (Laser Range Finder)10x42 binoculars alongside to help with spotting and ranging a nice Fallow hind at 230m. All I needed to do was adjust the scope dial to the specified range in the heads-up display, and I was ready to shoot. I can see this being a great option for a wide cross section of Hunters throughout the country, so head on down to your local Hunting & Fishing Store to check it out!

Burris Signature LRF 10x42 Binoculars

The new Burris Signature LRF (Laser Range Finder)10x42 binoculars are a groundbreaking addition to the world of optics, offering exceptional performance, advanced features and unparalleled accuracy. With a compact design and a weight of just 1020g, these binoculars provide a lightweight and portable solution for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Equipped with a powerful 10x magnification and a 42mm objective lens, the Burris Signature LRF delivers stunningly clear and detailed images even in low-light conditions. The multi-coated lenses ensure optimal light transmission resulting in bright, vibrant visuals with enhanced contrast, ensuring you are able to make the most of those early morning and end of day primetime hunting moments.

While I was using the Burris LRF Binoculars in the range, I found them great for checking where the rifle was grouping, getting it sighted and ready to head out on the hill - looking for a Fallow hind for the freezer.

After using range finding binoculars, I just couldn’t go back to having two individual items. It’s just so much more practical being able to range the animal you have spotted, plus there are other adventures like being able to measure and minimize the distance of terrain when planning to stalk in on animals currently out of reach. The Laser range finder can accurately read out to a maximum distance of 2377m and with a battery life of 2000+ ranges it is a key bit of kit to have.

The ergonomic design of these binoculars ensures a comfortable grip, the rubber armour coating provides a secure and non-slip hold, even in wet or humid conditions. It is also covered by the Burris Forever Warranty, where they will repair or replace your optic if it is damaged or defective.

The Burris Signature LRF 10x42 binoculars combine cutting-edge technology, exceptional performance, and user-friendly features in a lightweight and compact package. With its powerful magnification, integrated Laser Range Finder and rugged design - these binoculars are the perfect companion for any outdoor adventure. Whether you're an avid hunter, or simply enjoy observing nature, the Burris Signature LRF 10x42 binoculars are a game-changer.

SEE PG 117

NEW VERACITY PH

Years of development and pushing the limits of what is possible in a rifle optic has led up to this moment. Introducing the Veracity PH from Burris, the perfect combination of reliability, quality, and technology delivering the fastest and most precise aiming solution in a hunting optic, ever. Dial to distance with confidence and let Burris do the math.

Low Magnification High Magnification

PH 4-20x50MM FFP HUD $2,349

NEW 2023

ELIMINATOR 5

Two words: No guesswork. It’s plug and play in a rangefinding scope that goes even bigger: Just feed the Eliminator 5 your cartridge’s ballistic info and the scope calculates perfect holdover at your exact distance, estimates wind drift, then gives you a bright red dot of accuracy in seconds—all at the push of a button.

SIGNATURE HD SERIES

Brings high-end features to a platform for serious hunters & shooters.

• Light weight 1” tube (30mm on 5-25 version)

• Zero-stop on turrets (excl 2-10 version)

• Push-pull locking turrets

• Combining long-range target features into a hunting sized optic

DROPTINE

• High quality, multi-coated glass offers superb low-light capability with glare resistance

• .22LR versions feature a simple ballistic plex reticle with focus set at 50yds

3-9x40 Rimfire $449.99

3-9x40 $449.99

4.5-14x42 $699.99

WHEN THE DISTANCE RAISES

WHEN THE DISTANCE RAISES

lifetime of harsh field use

• PEK (Programmable Elevation Knob)

• Built-In heads up display

• Custom ballistic information, in yards, meters or MOA

• Digital bubble level displays rifle cant

• Customizable windage holdover

• Powerful laser rangefinder extends your range to 2,000 yards

• Improved ballistics calculator accommodates centerfire, rimfire, muzzleloader and slug gun loads

• Wireless bluetooth remote for laser activation

• Proven X96 reticle displays a 10-mph wind value to indicate wind hold-off for your specific cartridge at the indicated range

• Mounts to any weaver-style or picatinny base. No rings required

5-20x50MM

THE BURRIS ELIMINATOR 5 IS UNLIKE ANY OTHER SCOPE. COMBINING ONE ADVANCED OPTIC. ELIMINATING PROBLEMS, SO YOU CAN FOCUS BURRISOPTICS.COM

2-10x40MM

3-15x44MM

Features E3™ MOA Illuminated Reticle

5-25x50mm

Features Fine Plex Reticle

FULLFIELD IV SERIES

FREE CUSTOM TURRETS

See opposite page for details

The completely redesigned Fullfield IV™, is rugged, lightweight, and most importantly reliable for an accurate shot every time.Fullfield IV riflescopes are built with nitrogen filled tubes and are waterproof, shockproof and fog proof and can handle recoil from all platforms including air rifles, slug guns and high caliber rifles.

2.5-10x42MM $599.99

2.5-10x42MM illum $699.99

3-12x42MM $699.99

4-16x50MM $979.99

NEW SIGNATURE LRF 2000

The perfect companion for your Burris riflescope, the Signature LRF 2000 redefines speed in a rangefinder. Quickly range targets from 5 to 2400 yards using, sport, hunting, or auto range modes, or scan the field with instant ranging using scan mode.

7x magnification and HD glass makes finding targets easy.

DROPTINE BINOS

• Ranging capacity (+/-1y):

• Reflective 2,400y

• Tree 1,600y

• Deer 1,100y

• Angle detection up to ±70°

• 1x CR2 battery

• Dimensions:4.78mm x81.8mm x1.61mm

• Weight: 170g

NEW SIGNATURE 10X42MM LRF

Well known for integrating powerful rangefinders into optics, Burris introduces the Signature 10x42 LRF binocular for fast and precise ranging from 5 to 2600 yards. Ultrasharp HD glass and an easy-to-read display offer comfortable glassing and blazing fast ranging for both hunters and shooters.

• Eye safe laser measures targets out to 2,600 yards or 2,377 meters

• Three ranging modes for greater versatility: Auto, Sport and Hunt

• Tripod adaptable

• Outer surfaces are rubber armored for protection and a sure grip

• Adjustable eyepiece ensures a clear view

• Distances can be displayed as line-ofsight or horizontal with angles of degree

SIGNATURE HD BINOS

The Burris Droptine Binocular line is designed to provide the ruggedness demanded by hunters and other extreme binocular users. Comfortable and lightweight enough for extended glassing, the easy-grip exterior rubber armouring makes them easy to hold, even in the wet conditions or with gloves. 10x42MM $49

The premium binocular in the Burris lineup, the Signature HD Binoculars offer high-performance HD lenses and BaK-4 prisms that produce sharper images and edge-to-edge clarity. The multi-coated lenses create maximum light transmission and reduce any glare when viewing in harsh conditions.

8x42MM $1,049

10x42MM 12x50MM

World’s finest

Made in Europe

Chosen by Professionals

New for Spring 2023

We are excited to announce three new products and a performance upgrade.

• New Telos XP range is the first thermal imager featuring upgradeable hardware and has the highest sensitivity uncooled sensor ever of <18mK NETD.

• New Merger LRF XL50 features an outstanding Lynred 1024x768 HD sensor, the first XL in Pulsar’s range.

• New Merger LRF XQ35 has all the great Merger features, performance and is excellent value-for-money.

• New Axion 2 XQ35 Pro series is now fitted with a <25mK NETD Lynred sensor.

Choose the best, choose Pulsar

• Lynred European professional sensors.

• Precision ground Germanium optics.

• Robust, fully waterproof Magnesium alloy housings efficiently dissipate internal heat.

• Rifle sights are designed for high power, heavy recoiling calibers such as .375H&H, 9x62 &12G rifled slug.

• High quality European made quickchange rechargeable batteries.

• Video streaming and recording.

• User Updateable firmware with new features via the Stream Vision App.

• High resolution AMOLED micro-display.

PULSAR TELOS

PERFORMANCE INNOVATION ADAPTABILITY

Professionals choose Pulsar

Our clients include:

• Coastguard New Zealand

• New Zealand Search and Rescue

• Land Search and Rescue New Zealand

• Philips Search and Rescue Trust

• New Zealand Police

• Ministry for Primary Industries

• New Zealand Customs

• Department of Conservation

• Regional councils

• Pest control firms

• Forestry, farming and many others.

THERMAL IMAGING

The Pulsar Telos is the first upgradeable thermal imager, enabling the device to keep pace with new technology and expand hardware functionality.

Pulsar worked in close collaboration with Lynred to acheive an unprecedented sensitivity of <18mK, placing it in the realm of cryo-cooled LWIR thermal cameras costing tens of thousands of dollars more.

Its ergonomic design is comfortable to hold and use with either hand. A unique manual zoom ring simplifies zooming in the same way as a DSLR camera lens.

Performance and functionality aside, the new Pulsar Telos oozes quality, appeal and ruggedness, heralding a new era in the development of advanced thermal imaging systems.

$7,299 Telos LRF XP50 NEW

• Lynred sensor 640x480/17µm/50Hz

• NETD <18mK

• Lens F50mm - f 1.0

• Magnification 2.5x - 10x

• Field-of-View 12.4˚ / 21.8m @ 100m

• 1000m single-channel laser rangefinder

$6,799 Telos XP50 NEW Without laser rangfinder module.

PULSAR MERGER

PULSAR’S FIRST XL HAS LANDED

$12,999 Merger LRF XL50 NEW

The Merger LRF XL50 features a large Lynred 1024x768/12µm sensor and the first Pulsar product with the XL designation. The large sensor and fine 12µm pixel pitch produces a wide field-of-view, fantastic image resolution and zooming capability.

All Pulsar Merger LRFs have an elegant classic binocular format that is easy and comfortable to use, yet are robust, fully waterproof and packed with Pulsar’s great features, including a single channel 1000m laser rangefinder.

$7,599 Merger LRF XQ35 NEW

This much anticipated thermal is now available. Benefitting from all the great features of its higher specification siblings, the Merger LRF XQ35 is fitted with a Lynred Pro 384x288 / 17µm / <25mK sensor and a precision 35mm f 1.0 lens. It produces a fine image with a wide field-of-view.

$9,499 Merger LRF XP50

Outstanding all-round performance and a proven favourIte with professional and government users, as well as discerning hunters who require the best.

PULSAR AXION

PERFORMANCE IN YOUR POCKET

Axion 2 / Axion 2 LRF

The Axion 2 has a rugged, fully waterproof magnesium alloy housing that efficiently dissipates internal heat for durability and better performance.

Fast precision 35mm f1.0 lens, high performance Lynred sensor and AMOLED display produces exceptional image clarity in extreme conditions. A quick-change European made rechargeable battery prolongs observation time.

The LRF models have a 1000m laser rangefinder with True Horizontal Distance. Pulsar Axion 2 XQ35 / LRF Pro series now features a <25mK Lynred sensor. With the exception of the Pulsar Telos, <25mK NETD is the highest sensitivity available and is exclusive to Pulsar thermals.

The popular Axion XG35 delivers excellent resolution and zooming capability.

$4,199 Axion 2 LRF XQ35 Pro NEW

$5,599 Axion 2 LRF XG35

$3,599 Axion 2 XQ35 Pro NEW

$4,999 Axion 2 XG35

Axion XM30F

$2,499 Axion XM30F

The ultra compact Axion XM30F has a Lynred 320x240/12µm sensor and 30mm - f 1.2 optics. It is packed with the usual Pulsar features and high quality standards. Made in Europe, it delivers excellent performance and value-for-money.

PULSAR THERMION

PROFESSIONAL’S CHOICE FOR DURABLE PERFORMANCE

Pulsar’s premium thermal riflescopes are the best of the best for discerning hunters and professional pest controllers.

The high capacity rechargeable APS2 or optional APS3 battery is complimented with an internal back-up providing long lasting performance and the ability to ‘hot-swap’ the battery without the scope turning off.

A fully waterproof 30mm reinforced body is easy to mount, withstands heavy recoil and harsh conditions.

Multiple user profiles and point-of-impact settings enables the use of different loads and user programmable distances.

A wide choice of selectable reticle designs, including First Focal Plane, are customisable for colour and brightnesses.

LRF versions have a single-channel laser rangefinder with a True Horizontal Distance setting for accurate shot placement and also benefit from the Pulsar Ballistics smart reticle function.

PULSAR TALION PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT FORM

Lynred Sensors

Lynred are world leader’s in developing and manufacturing advanced imaging sensors for space, aeronautics, defense, industry and many other applications. Their a-Si professional sensors are rugged, reliable and compliant with MIL-STD 810/833 TWS Qualified.

Pulsar fit Lynred sensors into all thermal devices. Pulsar sensor designations are:

XM 320x240 / 12µm / 50Hz

The Pulsar Talion is a compact, fully featured thermal riflescope with a magnesium alloy body, unique quick-change rechargeable battery and a Weaver multi-positional rifle mount.

$4,999 XQ35 Pro $6,999 XG35

Its simple robust construction represents great value-for-money without sacrificing features and performance.

XQ 384x288 / 17µm / 50Hz

XP 640x480 / 17µm / 50Hz

XG 640x480 / 12µm / 50Hz

XL 1024x768 / 12µm / 50Hz

Sensor resolution comparison chart

PULSAR KRYPTON

CONVERT YOUR DAYLIGHT RIFLESCOPE TO THERMAL

The Krypton 2 XG50 is the best civilian thermal clip-on available.

Fitted with a new professional Lynred 640x480 / 12µm sensor, fast germanium optics and high performance AMOLED display delivers fine detail for taking precise shots even at higher riflescope magnifications.

It quickly converts your riflescope for thermal hunting, while maintaining a stable point-of-impact. A high capacity battery provides 8 hours continuous use.

The kit includes one PSP rifle scope Ring Adapter of your choice, wireless remote control for easy operation and a 3x eyepiece for handheld spotting.

Extra Ring Adapters for Pulsar clip-ons

$239.99 PSP/FN Ring Adapters

PSP fits Pulsar Krypton and Proton

FN fits Pulsar Forward DNV models

Extra mounts for swapping a front attachment between riflescope with different objective lens sizes.

Choose correct size by measuring the outside diameter of your rifle scope’s objective lens bell.

• 42mm fits 45.5mm - 50mm

• 50mm fits 51.6mm - 59mm

• 56mm fits 56mm - 60mm

YUKON JAEGER

ROBUST EUROPEAN CLIP-ON READY RIFLESCOPES

Yukon Advanced Optics developed the Jaeger riflescope to compliment their Pulsar thermal and night vision clip-ons.

A reinforced waterproof 30mm tube withstands knocks and flexing under recoil when fitted with front mounted clip-on.

A brightness adjustable illuminated reticle dot with night vision setting enables easy target acquisition. Precision ground fully multi-coated optics provide outstanding image quality and low light performance.

$799.99 Jaeger 1.5-6x42 compact Ideal for bush stalking and moving targets.

$799.99 Jaeger 3-9x40 Great general purpose riflescope.

THERMAL IMAGING

Batteries and Battery Care

Pulsar optics have convenient, quickchange European made Lithiumion batteries with inbuilt protection circuitry for safety and reliability.

Additional Pulsar batteries and chargers keep you hunting for longer.

For optimum performance, remove your battery from your device, never store with no charge and store your batteries in a dry environment.

Pulsar batteries

IPS batteries

IPS7 $199.99

IPS14 $259.99

For Trail, Helion, Lexion, Krypton, Accolade, Forward & Digisight Ultra.

IPS7A $199.99

For Digisight Ultra LRF.

APS batteries

APS2 $89.99

For Thermion & Digex.

APS3 $99.99

For Axion XM, Thermion, Digex & Merger

APS5 $99.99

For Axion XQ/XG

APS5T $99.99

For Talion

LPS batteries

LPS7i $259.99

For Telos

Battery chargers

IPS charger $99.99

APS charger $99.99

For APS2 & APS3

APS5 charger $109.99

For APS5 & APS5T

APS-V charger $129.99

For APS2 / APS3 & APS5

Stream Vision 1 & 2

Stream Vision links a Pulsar device to a smartphone for use as a second screen, remote control, for reviewing videos and live streaming to the Internet.

It is also used for firmware updates that keeps your device up-to-date with new features. Stream Vision 2 provides access to free cloud storage.

Pulsar and Yukon optics purchased in through Advanced Optics are eligible for factory warranty. Check for the genuine gold box sticker when purchasing.

$6399 Krypton 2 XG50 kit

PULSAR THERMION DUO

THERMAL AND FULL COLOUR

Viewing a high resolution colour image and a thermal image vastly increases detection and identification capabilities, even in poor weather, through foliage and at night.

Colour and thermal images are viewable simultaneously via picture-in-picture, or separately with the ability to easily switch from one to the other with a single button.

Thermion Duo retains the performance, features and robustness of the Thermion 2 Pro range, which, when combined with its color capability, ensures its leading position as a formidable riflescope for hunting and pest eradication.

MULTISPECTRAL IMAGING

•

• 4K high resolution full colour sensor

• Identical field-of-view for both channels

• Same great Thermion features.

PULSAR DIGITAL

HIGH PERFORMANCE DAY / NIGHT RIFLESCOPES

Pulsar digital night vision riflescopes

Since 2009, Pulsar have lead the digital night vision (DNV) market with advanced riflescopes that deliver exceptional image performance in low light, due to high sensitivity NIR (Near Infrared) optimised sensors, large aperture f 1.0 precision IR coated optics and Pulsar’s patented SumLight signal amplification.

Pulsar DNVs are bright light resistant.

Pulsar’s NIR riflescopes require little or no additional IR illumination after sunset or before sunrise, providing a usable image even in high humidity.

In total darkness, a supplied IR illuminator produces excellent image quality for most shooting purposes. Pulsar IR illuminators are available as 940nm ‘stealth’ or 850nm ‘long distance’ variants.

Digex C50 day/night

The Digex shares many features with the Thermion riflescope. Supplied with 850nm long distance IR illuminator.

Integrated laser rangefinder for accurate shot placement, supplied with Weaver style mount and 940nm IR illuminator.

The Digex C50 is Pulsar’s first digital colour day and night riflescope. In daylight, it produces a high definition colour image with exceptional low light performance due to SumLight light amplification.

A supplied quick-fit IR illuminator produces a clear monochrome image for shooting in total darkness.

The C50 has a unique iris diaphragm for focus free operation in daylight and maximum light transmission and precision focusing at night. It is also packed full of Pulsar’s usual features including video recording, multiple reticles and profiles.

$2,599 Digex C50

$2,129 Digex N450

$2,379 Digisight Ultra LRF N455

$9,399 Thermion Duo DXP50

Lynred 640x480 / 17µm / <25mK sensor

KILO BDX RANGEFINDERS

• BDX™ 2.0 enabled, providing your BDX riflescope with an automatically illuminated holdover dot through Bluetooth pairing.

• Industry’s fastest LightwaveTM DSP, Digital Signal Processing engine.

• Onboard temperature, pressure, and humidity sensors for accurate real-time ballistic calculations.

• 5 target modes; First, Best, Last, Fog, and Extended Range.

• 5 range modes; BDX-U, BDX-X, AMR, LOS, Archery.

• Applied ballistics ultralite with complete AB bullet database, up to 25 bullet profiles and 8 onboard ballistic groups.

KILO CANYON RANGEFINDER

• Revolutionary Lightwave™ DSP Technology for the fastest and longest distance rangefinder engine

• HyperScan provides 4x range updates per second in scan mode.

• Features line of sight (LOS) or angle modified range (AMR)

• 8 onboard ballistic groups provide solutions in either MOA or MRAD

SIG SAUER Electro-Optics transforms hunting with the unprecedented simplicity and accuracy of BDX, Ballistic Data Xchange. The KILO BDX rangefinders use your ballistics and Bluetooth® to illuminate the exact holdover dot in SIERRA riflescopes. Connect The Dot™ .

SIERRA BDX RIFLESCOPES

• Integrated BDX Ballistic Data Xchange.

• Automatic OLED illuminated ballistic holdover dot on a Digital Focal Plane.

• Features MOTAC (Motion Activated Illumination) that powers up when it senses motion.

• Spectracoat highly efficient, ultra-wide broadband, anti-reflection lens coatings.

• KinETHIC kinetic energy transfer indicator assuring an ethical.

• Auto LevelPlex, automatically increases digital level sensitivity on longer shots.

• Dependable waterproof (IPX-7 rated for complete immersion up to 1 meter) and fog-proof performance.

Sierra3 4.5-14x44mm, BDX R1 $1,599.00

Sierra3 6.5-20x52mm, BDX R1 $1,999.00

Sierra6 3-18x44mm, HDX® 6x Optical System, BDX R2 $2,499.00

ZULU 6 OIS BINOCULARS

ZULU6 series of image-stabilized (OIS) binoculars from SIG SAUER. With its 2-axis gimbal providing razor-sharp optical image stabilization, the ZULU6 compensates for natural human motion providing the clarity of a mounted spotting scope in a handheld, portable package. The ZULU6’s lightweight construction, SpectraCoat, and LensArmor technology means that it is ready for any environment.

Zulu6 OIS (Opticial Image Stabilization) Bino 10x30mm $1,799.00

Zulu6 OIS (Opticial Image Stabilization) Bino 16x42mm $2,149.00

Kilo Canyon LRF 6x22mm $499.99

Kilo 3K BDX Rangefinder $849.99

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The recent ‘influencers’ meeting hosted by Fish & Game and the Game Animal Council. Too many to name here but the front four are from left; Leigh Johnson (Women on the Fly – see page 8), Dame Lynda Topp (Hunters for Conservation Trustee), Barrie Barnes (Chair of Fish & Game NZ), Mark Rusher (CEO Hunting & Fishing New Zealand). Absent from

SUSTAINABILITY

It’s a buzz word for sure, but if you’re going to talk the talk, you’ve got to walk the walk! At Hunting & Fishing New Zealand our playground is the outdoors, so for us the environment is top of mind and sustainability is part of our culture in everything from phasing out the use of plastic, to utilising more natural fibres in our clothing line or synthetics manufactured from recycled material. And that’s just the start, the Swamp Comp we facilitate has inspired our hunter customers to cull over 22,000 stoats, ferrets and weasels since it began in 2012, making it the most successful private predator control program we’re aware of. Many of our individual store owners are involved in projects that benefit regional environmental or recreational initiatives, and we sponsor events that enable more people to discover the outdoors for themselves, meaning they go on to enjoy a healthier lifestyle.

We’re also dedicated to play our part in sustaining healthy (managed) populations of valued introduced game and freshwater fish species. This often means protecting habitats where the outcome is to equally benefit our indigenous flora and fauna. Supporting the current DOC goat reduction focus is

an example of a joint venture where hunters can demonstrate their value in a project the wider community and environment will benefit from. These days there’s a challenge ahead to just sustain our ‘right’ to hunt and fish. With so many of our population now urban based, the public connection with our rural and back country heritage is quite weak. We outdoors enthusiasts must educate the public on the positive outcomes that evolve from time spent hunting, fishing, camping or just hiking in the outdoors. With this in mind, we didn’t hesitate to be involved in a recent ‘influencers’ workshop jointly hosted by Fish & Game and the Game Animal Council. The workshop was instigated following proposed Government legislative changes that failed to recognise the value New Zealanders place on fish and game species. Also attending were many of the leaders in outdoors media plus representation from organisations like the NZDA, Hunters for Conservation, guides, and other affected groups. The outcome of this meeting is a mandate for all these like-minded organisations to work together to educate the public on the positives that come from hunting and fishing, and to become a not so complacent silent majority in the future.

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Draws – Each tail = a ‘ticket’ in the prize draws – the draw is conducted after the event closes in December. Prizes are drawn in value sequence starting with the highest value, one prize per entrant.

Where – Wetland habitat where possible, but predators range over vast areas, so any dead one is a good one no matter where it was trapped.

When – Year-round, but predator numbers build around wetlands through the nesting season. Who – The Swamp Comp is open to everyone.

How

• Remove ferret/stoat/weasel tails while they’re fresh, keep tails in your freezer

• Bring tails in for counting at your Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store in November (ONLY)

Paperwork – Fully complete the in-store entry form when you bring your tails into store for counting – if we can’t read your form or contact you, we will be forced to re-draw your prize Disputes – Judge’s decision is final

The National Wild Goat Hunting Competition

Enter now through till 26 November 2023!

Wild goats cause severe damage to Aotearoa NZ’s native vegetation and habitats, devouring native plants and any new seedlings. They have strong preferences and will eat out favoured species, such as broadleaf/pāpāuma and māhoe before moving onto less desirable plants. Damage caused by wild goats contributes to a loss of biodiversity and can prevent forest regeneration. These changes will threaten ecosystem function and have long term consequences for the health of the natural environment. Wild goats are also a problem for many private landowners, damaging and destroying fences, pasture, new trees, riparian plantings and are becoming increasingly widespread, with significant numbers in some places.

“DOC’s national biodiversity monitoring shows that the amount of faecal pellets left behind by goats, at monitored sites across public conservation land, almost doubled between 2013 and 2022”, says DOC’s Ben Reddiex, Director National Programmes. Understandably DOC is increasing wild goat control on public conservation land and has partnered with the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) to run a national wild goat hunting competition. “The competition provides an excellent opportunity to bring together hunters, farmers, and conservationists to work towards a common goal” says Ben.

Hunting & Fishing NZ is proud to be a founding sponsor of the National Wild Goat Hunting Competition and we believe there’s no question that managing feral goat numbers is essential for restoring and maintaining the health of our whenua and ngahere. Typically seen as a difficult to remove pest, our view is that wild goats are a valuable protein resource and another excellent reason to get into the hills on a new adventure. If we can symbiotically put food on the table, enjoy the outdoors, and promote hunter-led conservation, then everyone wins.

What you need to know

The competition is free to enter, and hunters will have over $50k worth of prizes up for grabs, kindly donated by the hunting/outdoor recreation sector including gear and vouchers from Hunting & Fishing New Zealand, Huntech clothing, a Traeger Ironwood Series grill & accessories, Garmin In Reach Minis, Backcountry Cuisine vouchers, Lowa Boots, Personal Locator Beacons and more.

NZDA will be running ‘Goat Competition Hubs’ where local competitors can attend venue open days to lodge their tails and score their horns, as well as this year’s Sika show. There will also be recording points across the country where competitors can enter tails only at DOC offices and visitor centres, and participating Hunting & Fishing stores*. More information on how to enter the competition can be found at www.doc.govt.nz/wild-goat-hunting-competition

There will be prizes and spot prizes locally, and every entry at a local competition will also count towards the national competition. National competition categories include:

• NZ Hunter Goat Pursuit: Win an unforgettable filmed wild goat hunting expedition with the NZ Hunter team. Enter a wild goat head or tail and tell us in two sentences or less why you should win.

• Got Your Goat: Enter a wild goat tail or head and go in the draw to win one of 9 epic spot prize packs – each worth approximately $1500. One chance to win per competitor.

• The Great Goat Roundup: The more wild goat tails you enter the more entries you get and the greater your chance of winning one of 9 prize packs – each worth approximately $1500.

• NZDA’s G.O.A.T Hunter: Highest scoring goat head nationwidebased on the Douglas score of goat head entries received at NZDA branches only. Prize worth $1,900.

Competitors will be able to hunt anywhere they have permission through landowner consent or the local authority by permit for public conservation land, forestry, farms, or regional council land. The competition provides an opportunity for hunters to build win-win relationships with local landowners.

The competition promotes safe, ethical, and humane hunting. Please follow the 7 rules of firearms safety and the Animal Welfare Act 1999.

* Participating Hunting & Fishing NZ stores: Whānganui, Whakatāne, Gisborne, Manawatu, Nelson, Richmond, Christchuch, Wairarapa, Queenstown, Dunedin, and Invercargill.

More info at  www.doc.govt.nz/wild-goat-hunting-competition

Damage caused by goats in the Manganuku near Opotiki. All the understorey eaten, palatable plants gone, slips not recovering and crumbling into the rivers.

Photo credit: Andrew Glaser.

Cazador is a multi award winning, family owned and operated restaurant and delicatessen. Their specialty is preparing New Zealand wild and sustainably farmed meat and produce. The restaurant has a regularly changing menu to keep up with seasonal supply, and in the deli you’ll find a range of charcuterie, cheese and of course, the famous Cazador pies. They’ll also have a goat pie running for the duration of the DOC National Wild Goat Hunting competition. In the meantime, here’s a crowd favourite recipe supplied by Dariush and Rebecca at Cazador that you can make at home and is sure to make people see wild goat in a whole new light.

“I really enjoy cooking wild goat, it’s a versatile protein well suited to the coal grill, slow braises, and even charcuterie. There’s so much more to this meat than the classic curry! I especially appreciate the sustainability factor, and the variety of dishes it offers to work through the seasons”, says Dariush Lolaiy, chef and co-owner. www.cazador.co.nz

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Braised goat shank and mushroom pappardelle

recipe

Ingredients Serves 6

5 cloves garlic, crushed 2 sprigs rosemary

4 goat shanks, on the bone

300g portobello mushrooms, sliced 400g shiitake mushrooms, sliced 200g oyster mushrooms, sliced 1 tbsp porcini powder or, if you can get them, 4 fresh porcini, sliced ½ bottle red wine

500ml veal stock (or dark chicken or beef stock)

Prep

5 stalks parsley, bruised sherry vinegar, to taste

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1 500g pack fresh or dry pappardelle pasta knob of unsalted butter wedge of good Parmesan cheese

1 tbsp capers

½ shallot, peeled and finely diced handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped handful black olives, pitted and quartered

Note: this recipe requires preparation 48 hours in advance of cooking

• Season the meat with salt and pepper and marinate it with 2 cloves crushed garlic and a sprig of rosemary for 48 hours ahead of cooking, cover and refrigerate.

For the goat

• Preheat the oven to 160ºC.

• Heat a little cooking fat in a heavy-based pan, add the mushrooms and the porcini powder. When the mushrooms have softened, add the wine and stock. Transfer to a large roasting tray, then add the remaining 3 cloves garlic and sprig of rosemary. Bruise the parsley stalks with the back of a knife and add to the roasting tray.

• Lay the shanks on mushrooms, garlic, herbs, cover with wine and stock and cover this roasting tray with baking paper and tin foil. Cook in the oven on 180 degrees for 2.5 hours.

• Remove the braise from the oven and discard the parsley stalks and the rosemary sprig. Leave the meat to cool in the braising liquid. Once the meat is cool enough to handle, carefully remove it from the bone – look out for small bone fragments.

• Transfer the mushrooms, garlic, herbs and sauce to a large pan, then add the meat. Season with salt, plenty of black pepper, and sherry vinegar if the sauce needs extra acidity.

• In salted boiling water, cook the pasta until it’s almost al dente. Add the pasta to the goat meat sauce, and toss with a knob of butter and a generous grating of Parmesan cheese. Keep tossing for a minute to thicken the sauce, then add the capers, shallot, flat-leaf parsley and olives.

To serve

Serve with extra grated Parmesan. You’ll probably have leftover sauce – it’ll keep for 5 days in the fridge.

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For those people that are lucky enough to either play, live or holiday in or around the Rotorua region you will know that we are truly blessed with the ability to hunt, fish and sustainably capture beautiful, delicious unprocessed wild food within minutes of our doorsteps.

Only 10 minutes from town you can be shooting deer, pigs, and catching trout. Within 30 minutes we have 13 different lakes all full of trout and only 40 minute’s drive to the coast for a sea fish or dive.

With an abundance of picturesque lakes and in particular, Lake Rotoiti which is the jewel in the fishing crown, it goes without saying trout fishing is a very popular pursuit in the area. The average sized fish in Rotoiti is around 2.5-2.7kg and as the season gets on they regularly get over 3kg where anglers target them on fly, jigs, softbaits, trolling, and harling.

The rainbows tend to be in excellent condition as the smelt population they feed on is very healthy so there’s no shortage of high-protein meals to help these fish get big, quickly. When it comes to picking the best fish to take home you want to choose the fattest, best-conditioned fish you can. These fish will have beautiful bright orange flesh and if you’re lucky enough to catch a trout that is feeding on koura the meat will be deep red in colour and almost salmon-like.

Once landed, the trout needs to go directly on ice. After your day’s fishing has ended hopefully the flesh of the fish has sufficiently cooled enough that the meat is not soft but firm to fillet, making the job of whoever is on filleting duty much easier.

Trout can be cooked in a number of ways - crumbed, battered, poached, fried, and of course, smoked. We tend to leave the smaller bulletshaped fish for the frying pan and smoke up the larger fish that are over 2.5kg.

I always prepare a brine for my fish which is made up of:

• 1 cup white sugar

• 1/2 cup of sea salt

• 1 litre of water

Just bring the water to a quick boil, add sugar and salt until dissolved and let cool before adding the trout fillets. You can play around with adding in different spices etc to the brine that will permeate into the flesh, but I like to keep it simple and let the fishes natural flavour do the heavy lifting. Same goes for my saltwater species too.

I leave the boneless fillets to soak in the brine overnight before preparing them for the Traeger grill in the morning. Once the fillets leave the brine they are patted dry with paper towels, brought back to room temperature and then brown sugar is applied liberally to the flesh. Sometimes I add maple syrup also depending on my tastes at the time.

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The Traeger is set to smoke which runs at 70 degrees so as to not cook the fish before the smoker does its job, and I tend to fill it up by putting in up to six sides of fish in at a time. The cooking time will vary slightly depending on the ambient air temperature but smoking a batch generally takes around 3 1/2 hours. Sometimes I may just up the temp for the last half hour of the smoke just to add a bit more colour and finish to the fillets.

I also like to mix up my Traeger pellets that I use and often go for apple or cherry as they’re fairly sweet, or if you are using the fish as an ingredient in a bigger recipe then go lighter on the sugar and run a less sweet pellet to accentuate the fish flavour.

Once out of the Traeger, the fillets are left to sit and return to air temperature when the full flavour of the fish, seasoning, and smoke will be at its best. The fillets are then vacuum packed and will last for weeks and will be as good as when they first went in.

Not everyone owns a Traeger but you can adapt the preparation to suit your own smoker. Many people use the popular stainless steel Kilwell smokers that are NZ made. They come supplied with Manuka sawdust which you sprinkle lightly across the base tray of the smoker. Heating is by way of two small meths burners you light below the smoker tray. Your fish is placed skin down on two racks within the smoker and the lid seals the smoke in. Prepare your fish the same way or as a minimum, baste it with a mixture of sea salt and brown sugar (add salt and pepper to taste), before smoking its best to leave it in the fridge overnight if you can wait that long! This is a hot smoke method, so it literally cooks the fish in 30-35 minutes and applies a great smokey flavour. Perfect for finger food or a plated dish.

There is nothing more satisfying than getting out and catching your own fish, dispatching it humanly, taking the utmost care of it through to smoking or cooking, we urge you to give it a go! The results are superb and your family or mates will love you for it when they savour your hardearned smoked trout with cream-cheese and crackers!

mike davis - hunting & fishing nz, rotorua

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RANGE

Innovative sleeping comfort in lightweight inflatable and insulated mats.

Rab Ascent Pro 600 Sleeping Bag & Klymit Insulated

the ultimate in comfort

by Rebecca Munro Hunting & Fishing nz, Invercargill

so off I went to Stewart Island, bound for Masons Bay to see what it had instore and for this journey I got the opportunity to try out the Rab Ascent Pro 600 Sleeping Bag, along with the Klymit Insulated Static V Mat.

The Rab Ascent Pro 600 sleeping bag includes many great features to achieve its sleep Rab Sleep Limit Comfort Rating of -8degrees. (EN-13537-2012) Not bad for a bag rated as 3-season! Its lightweight at just 1190 grams, and is constructed with a wind and water-resistant Pertex Quantum Pro outer and features Hydrophobic duck down insulation. This in turn copes extremely well with condensation and damp conditions.

The construction design is well thought out with baffles that are stacked neatly together for maximising warmth all over, along with a wide ‘mummy’ design to allow for extra layers to be worn inside – which I didn’t find I required at all as the sleeping bag was so cozy. It also has a convenient zip pocket inside, located by the shoulders for handy storage for items you might need in the night like your headlamp. It also features an angled foot box design for the ultimate comfortable sleeping position. The three-dimensional shaped neck collar seals in extra heat, and the left and right bag zip options means for partners these bags can be zipped together for a twin bed sleeping arrangement in the backcountry! By the way the zips are quality YKK for years of untroubled use.

“Its lightweight at just 1190 grams, and is constructed with a wind and waterresistant Pertex Quantum Pro outer and features Hydrophobic duck down insulation. This in turn copes extremely well with condensation and damp conditions.”

Great news this spring is that this bag is on Special at Hunting & Fishing New Zealand, at just $649.99, down from $799.99. Please note that this pricing applies to the regular model, Rab bags are also at reduced pricing, see advert opposite.

Along with the Rab Ascent Pro 600 Sleeping Bag, I tested out the Klymit Insulated Static V Mat. It has a toasty Klymit R-value rating of 4.4, is also extremely light weight at only 680 grams, and is a convenient size at 183x58 cm and 6cm in thickness. This means that it fits away perfectly into a stuff bag and packs down nice and small, ideal for when you need to pack light. It retains heat by incorporating Klymalite™ lofted synthetic insulation and a raised V chamber, which combine to create maximum comfort. The sleeping mat also features side railing to ensure you stay on during the night and don’t move around.

As we don’t take a pump whilst tramping, I simply inflated this up by mouth. I found this was convenient and it didn’t take long at all, with Klymit stating it inflates in just 10-15 breaths. It was also extremely easy to deflate and roll back up. Overall, a very satisfactory night’s sleep in the tent was had - after our kiwi spotting and whitetail success!

For spring we have reduced this mat from $259.99 to $199.99 through till October 31. Perfect timing for the tenting or fly camping opportunities ahead!

Rebecca Munro, Hunting & Fishing nz, Invercargill

Warm and spacious, the Ascent Pro sleeping bags have a generous wide fit with space to wear extra, bulkier layers inside if the temperature suddenly drops, ensuring a comfortable night’s sleep for the weary mountain explorer. With a Pertex® Quantum Pro wind and water-resistant outer and hydrophobic duck down, they cope well with wind, condensation, and damp conditions, ideal for an exposed bivi ledge. Built with trapezoid shaped, boxwall baffles that stack neatly together, the down inside is encouraged to fully loft, maximising insulation and reducing the appearance of cold spots. Hand-filled in the UK, all our down bags benefit from never having had their down compressed before use, maintaining the down’s loft and warmth.

Ark Emergency

Bivi & Ark Bivi 2

A superlight Bivi bag for emergency use in lightweight PE that reflects body heat. Windproof, waterproof, seam-taped and super packable.

Packed size: Bivi - 12 x 6cm Bivi 2 - 16 x 7cm

Weight: Bivi - 105g Bivi 2 - 200g

$19.99 Bivi $29.99 Bivi 2

Storm Bivi

A lightweight single person bivi in breathable 70D Hyperlight Storm fabric, for trekking and travel use with a wide sleeping bag profile and a small mesh face panel. 70D ripstop nylon with PU coating HH: 10000mm \ MVTR: 10000g/m2/24 hrs.

Packed size: 25 x 12cm

Weight: 547g

Siltarp 2

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1 person

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Packed size: 22 x 14cm

Weight: 250g

Size: 2.4m x 1.5m rectangular tarp, coverage: 3.75m2

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The Siltarp 2 is a lightweight shelter, providing protection from the elements for 2-3 persons with 7.5m2 of coverage.

Packed size: 25 x 16cm

Weight: 480g

Size: 2.4m x 3m rectangular tarp, coverage 7.5m2

$439.99 Siltarp 2

The Siltarp 3 is a lightweight shelter, providing versatile protection from the elements for 3-5 persons with 11m2 of coverage.

Packed size: 25 x 19cm

Weight: 650g

Length: 230cm

Shoulder Width: 80cm $369.99

Trailhead Bivi

Lightweight, packable and breathable bivi made with Ripstop waterproof fabric. It can be used as a standalone sleeping bag cover for light and fast trips or under a tarp for additional protection.

40D ripstop nylon with PU coating HH: 10000mm \ MVTR: 10000g/m2/24 hrs. Taped waterproof seams, simple snap opening entry with stiffened peak and integrated rain gutter.

Packed size: 18 x 12cm

Size: 3m x 3.66m rectangular tarp provides 11m2 of coverage $269.99

Weight: 406g Length: 250cm Shoulder Width:

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To keep adventurers in touch and on track,the Montana 700i/750i handheld combines the flexibility of on or off-road navigation with global messaging and interactive SOS via InReach satellite technology.

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This was after the need for InReach and technical support which had been identified through our own in-depth Group analysis. The frequency of requests and the need for Land Search & Rescue Groups to be equipped and supported with Garmin devices increased, and through our partnership with Garmin, we have been able to address that need.

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Modulus system

For hunters that like to separate their retrieved meat

• Designed and tested to the extreme in New Zealand conditions

• 3 pack sizes that can be attached to the Modulus X1 frame, giving the flexibility of different pack sizes to suit your mission.

• Leave your chosen pack at base camp, hunt and retrieve with just the X1 frame, and then reconnect the pack when back at camp.

$399.99 X1 Frame

Bison backpacks

‘Bomb-proof’ pack for carrying heavy loads

• Loved by hunters, the X1 harness system is ideal when carrying heavy loads (up to 50kg)

• Made from very durable military-spec materials

• Top loading as well as front loading

• Three load control points for load stability

• Zip-out divider between main and base compartments

• Now available in Stealth Prym1 Woodland Camo

Bison 55+10L $639.99

Bison 75+10L $669.99

Bison 90+10L $689.99

Also available in Women's

Bison 55+10L women $639.99

Bison 60+10L women $649.99

Bison 75+10L women $669.99

Also available in Stealth

Bison Stealth Camo 55+10L $689.99

Bison Stealth Camo 75+10L $749.99

Yukon backpacks

Great all-round packs

• A lighter weight expedition pack

• Features V2 carrying system for efficient load distribution

• Top loading as well as front loading

• Zip-out divider between main and base compartments

• Comes with a rain cover

Yukon 50L+10L $489.99

Yukon 60L+10L $499.99

Yukon 70L+10L $539.99

Also available in Women's

Yukon 50L+10L women $489.99

Yukon 60L+10L women $499.99

Great pack for overnight trips

• V Comfort Vario harness with adjustable length

• Top loading as well as front loading

• Large zipped front opening into the main compartment

• Comes with rain cover

Norix 48L

Norix 44L women

Barrel bags

The benchmark in gear bags

Virtually indestructible, Tatonka Barrel Bags are a great addition to any expedition, weekend away, hunting or sports trip. The standard by which others are judged by.

Available in a range of colours and in 6 sizes, from XS-XXL (25-130 litres)

All Tatonka products come with a 2 year warranty. For more information on Tatonka please visit www.tightlines.co.nz

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Norix backpack

Tatonka Modulus Pack

packed with quality

by Brad Young Hunting & Fishing nz, Invercargill

tatonka’s connection and understanding of New Zealand backcountry hunting is unrivaled, being a clear favourite among Kiwi hunters for many years. I was excited to try their new Modulus system, being designed and extensively tested in extreme New Zealand conditions, tweaked and fine-tuned in the bush by avid kiwi hunters and adventurers.

Like all great ideas, the Modulus is a simple concept, beautifully executed. Start with a base and build your own adventure.

The versatility of the Modulus starts with the pack frame, which is sold separately, and is based on the X1 carrying system for heavy loads. This is infact the same frame as the Bison pack with a bare weight of just 2.8kgs. The Modulus system includes the option of three packs, or Sac’s - a 75+10L weighing 1.4kg, 55+10L weighing 1.3kg, and a 30L weighing 1kg.

The interchangeability of the system really appeals, allowing you to change the pack size to suit the expedition planned. But what makes it really stand out are the load expansion qualities of the frame itself.

The Modulus X1 frame has a fold-out meat shelf allowing you to carry awkward heavy loads close to your back against the frame, perfect for packing out animals or pack rafts. It also allows you to strap your pack sac on the back of the load and strap your rifle barrel up or barrel down in the centre of the frame with or without the load and pack sac.

Clearly the Modulus is very well constructed, the X1 frame fits snug and is easy to adjust as well as being comfortable to carry.

I was supplied with the 75+10L and the 30L Sac’s to review. The 75+10L Sac is based on the Takonka Bison pack. I think it is an ideal size for most multiday missions. It has a drawcord top with a flap, internal and external pockets, a bottom opening zip with a compartment you can separate from the main pack, as well as having a large 3D zip to allow access to the whole centre of the pack. This is really helpful to quickly locate items and works great if they are in smaller dry bags to identify what you are after. This pack also has a central zipped external pocket and side water bottle style pockets that can also be used when strapping stuff to the sides of your pack.

The Modulus 30 Sac has a large double opening zip and internal and external pockets at the top as well as twin ice axe loops. It also has a blaze orange clip-on patch. This is a good size day pack, especially with the versatility of the expanding meat shelf on the frame to carry out your catch. It can also be rolled up and stored in the 75+10L pack. Both sacs are hydration bladder compatible with an internal pouch to hold the bladder. The built-in Recco advanced rescue reflector system is excellent as rescue personnel can detect location using their Recco sensors in an emergency.

When I first clipped a sac onto the frame it looked a little daunting with all the straps, but as you clip in the metal C clips and start to pull it all together you see it is very intuitive and well thought out.

I think the Tatonka Modulus system is a great addition to our load expandable pack options, so pop down to your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand to evaluate it in-store and have one fitted ahead of your next adventure!

“The interchangeability of the system really appeals, allowing you to change the pack size to suit the expedition planned. But what makes it really stand out are the load expansion qualities of the frame itself.”

• Many models are dustproof and waterproof

• Fully customisable to suit you

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Rechargeable

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• 160m beam distance

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P7R CORE

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• Includes red and green filters

Vacuum Sealers

zeropak status solid 300

FRESH INNOVATION

by Brooke Kimber Hunting & Fishing nz, Cambridge

Introducing the revolutionary ZeroPak Status Solid 300 Dual Seal Vacuum Sealer. This cutting-edge kitchen appliance is designed to take your food preservation to the next level. With its advanced technology and sleek design, the Status Solid 300 promises to be a game-changer.

I have been using this unit for the past five months and it has never missed a beat! Whether you've just been out for a fish, or have been out hunting and have some venison ready to go in the freezer, the Status Solid 300 has got you covered.

Equipped with double seal technology, this vacuum sealer creates an airtight and leak-proof seal ensuring your food is kept fresher for longer.

Its solid construction and powerful suction capability provides a reliable sealing experience. The intuitive control panel allows you to customize the vacuum and sealing process according to your needs.

The removable liquid trap/drip tray with liquid sensor can catch any liquids accidentally sucked out of the bag while vacuuming protecting the vacuum sealer. The machine will tell you that liquid has been sucked out of the bag and is in the tray. To clean just lift it out and wash in hot soapy water, dry and put back into place.

The pulse function is precise. The machine will vacuum while you have your finger on the pulse button and will stop the moment you take your finger off.

The ZeroPak Status Solid 300 also boasts a spacious sealing chamber, accommodating a variety of bag sizes. It even includes a built-in cutter and bag storage compartment for added convenience.

Say goodbye to freezer burn and food waste! Embrace the future of food preservation with the ZeroPak Status Solid 300 Dual Seal Vacuum Sealer and enjoy the benefits of longer-lasting freshness, convenience, and efficiency in your kitchen.

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FLUX BOTTLE

The lightweight and durable Flux folds down to a fraction of its filled size

FLUX + FILTER KIT

Flux now comes with a built-in filter.

SEEKER

Heavy duty reservoirs are a must for your next adventure. BPA and PVC free, ultrarugged and can also be frozen.

SEEKER + FILTER KIT

Seeker now comes with a water filtration solution.

STOW BOTTLE

A trail companion like no other, with an internal baffle that makes it easier to hold and pocket.

For more information on HydraPak, please visit www.tightlines.co.nz

good design served up

by Willie Duley NZ Hunter adventures

the humble camp cup and cutlery set is something often overlooked by us hunters. A last-minute dash to grab the oldest looking items in the pantry before a trip is an all-too-common occurrence! Enter Wildo eating accessories, a range of lightweight, durable and compact campware made in Sweden that is perfectly suited to the backcountry hunter, fisher and tramper down under here in New Zealand.

We first stumbled across Wildo’s 250ml and 500ml Fold-a-Cups about 10 years ago when looking for something more compact and lightweight than the common options available. After that very first trip they’ve become our go-to camp mugs and bowls ever since. Weighing in at a mere 25 grams for the 250ml Fold-a-Cup and 46 grams for the larger 600ml Fold-a-Cup (which we use as a bowl), what we love about these cups beyond their obvious light weight and durable Thermoplastic Elastomer construction, is their compactness, driven by their smart design whereby the top half of the cup folds down inside the bottom

Back Country freeze-dried meals.

The Camp-A-Box Complete set is the do-it-all modular meal kit that packs away nice and compact and is constructed from super-durable materials to ensure nothing is getting crushed or deformed in the bottom of your pack. Lightweight and functional, these are great little sets for back country dining.

The full Wildo range includes cups, mugs, bowls, plates, sporks and more, available in a variety of bright colours (so you won’t misplace them out on the hill), and all these products are BPA free.

Forever being asked by viewers about ‘where can they find those mugs we’re using on the show’, it’s great to hear the Wildo range will now be available to check out on the shelves at your local Hunting & Fishing NZ store.

into your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store for the full range.

gun safety comes WITH EXPERIENCE!

by andy tannock hunting & fishing nz

it’s a natural fit for Hunting & Fishing New Zealand to be partnering with NZ Young Farmers. We love our connection with the rural communities, and we supply a big cross section of gear for farm use including clothing and footwear, plus everything from headlamps to farm knives, then there’s all the recreational kit for the many outdoors pursuits farm families get into. When it comes to firearms on farms, we’re right behind anything that teaches safety and encourages the skills that experience brings to safe shooting. Guns are an essential tool on farms, particularly for pest control, and farms provide a vast recreational hunting opportunity not only to landowners, but also staff and friends.

The Young Farmer event format starts in each of the seven Young Farmers chapter regions, where they hold a claybird competition at a local gun club with members getting to experience a proper shooting competition with the fun of being up against each other. We come in here by spicing

conjunction with the Young Farmer of the Year event which was held in Timaru this year. Our premium shot shell provider, Eley, supplied the ammo used which ensured top results all round. Another of our suppliers, Churchill Shotguns, put up two major shotgun prizes for first and second, and there were more Hunting & Fishing New Zealand voucher for the minor places. For 2023 the bragging rights went to Otago/Southland’s Shane Sanders who held his nerve and shot brilliantly to pull off top gun! However, the blokes did not have it all their way with Aorangi’s Mikayla Bryant nailing a superb second place, while East Coast’s David Easton joined the podium in third. David then combined with Quinn Steed, showing great teamwork resulting in East Coast pulling off the Teams Championship win.

Pictured, Aorangi’s Mikayla Bryant showing (most) of blokes how to do it!

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• 800w pure sine inverter + Xboost feature to power some devices up to 1600w

• Outputs of 240v AC, 12v cigarette plug, USB and USBC

• Control via Ecoflow App

• Using RIVER 2 Pro six times a week, 3000 full 100% cycles will last 9.6 years until it drops to 80%.

RIVER

• 512Wh capacity.

• Recharge from 0-100% within 70mins via wall charge

• Can also charge by solar or vehicle via 12v plug

• 800w pure sine inverter + Xboost feature to power some devices up to 1600w

• Outputs of 240v AC, 12v cigarette plug, USB and USBC

• Complete control via Ecoflow App

• Using RIVER 2 Pro six times a week, 3000 full 100% cycles will last 9.6 years until it drops to 80%

• 5 year warranty

• 256Wh capacity

• Recharge from 0-100% within 1 hour via wall charge

• Can also charge by solar or vehicle via 12v plug

• 300w pure sine inverter + Xboost feature to power some devices up to 600w

• Outputs of 240v AC, 12v cigarette plug, USB and USBC

• Complete control via Ecoflow App

• Using RIVER 2 six times a week, 3000 full 100% cycles will last 9.6 years until it drops to 80%

• 5 year warranty

Power the big stuff, the small stuff or anything else in between with Ecoflow’s range of portable power stations.

From fridge freezers keeping your food and drinks cold after a hard day in the mountains to emergency power supplies, Ecoflow can charge all essential devices in the back country.

Industrial power, 4x4 touring or just to boil the jug.

Ecoflow will have a power solution for you this spring!

• Recharge from 0-80% within 65min via wall charge

• Can also charge by solar or vehicle via 12v plug

• 2400w inverter + Xboost feature to power some devices up to 4600w.

• Outputs of 240v AC, 12v cigarette plug, USB and USBC

• Complete control via Ecoflow App

• 4way foldable Monocrystalline Silicon panels available in 110w, 160w, 220w, 400w

• MC4 connectors. Portable & Foldable Kickstand Panel

• Designed with a rubber handle and flexible bracket stand, our solar panel can be used to adjust the angle from 0-180 degrees

• The solar panel is waterproof to endure all weather conditions, ideal

2 MAX $1299

Delta 2 $2499

River 2 Pro $1699

RIVER 2 $749.99

DELTA MAX 2000 $3399 2016Wh capacity.

SOLAR PANEL from $599.99

GO-FIND AND SEEK

DISCOVER HIDDEN TREASURES WITH A GO-FIND METAL DETECTOR

The user friendly interface and compact design makes it perfect for all the family and beginners wanting to explore and discover on the beach or in the bush. Start your adventure with a GO-FIND. For more information, see in-store at Hunting & Fishing New Zealand or visit www.minelab.com

GO-FIND

• 8” Coil, with 2 find modes

• Ideal for beginners or families

• Collapsible lightweight design

• 10” Coil, for deeper detecting

• Selectable find modes for better target discrimination

• Pin Point mode for easier target recovery

• Ideal for coins, antique relics hunting on beaches or parks

• Smartphone App

Gold RUSH

The PRO-GOLD premium panning kit contains 15-inch dual riffle pan, 10-inch single riffle pan, hex-mesh classifier, getting started guide and all the accessories you need to get started. They’re constructed from durable lightweight polypropylene, are UV-resistant and float in water

KIT ONLY $119

GO-FIND 66 $479.99

22 $279.99

 Fully waterproof, fully-loaded treasure detector —detect like a pro without the price tag

 PRO-SWITCH technology

 Fully waterproof to 5 m

 All-Terrain (6 x Find Modes)

 Pack & Carry (1.3 kg)

 V12X Coil with Skidplate

 Flashlight and Handgrip Vibration

$599.99

 Turn on and go detector for the starter who wants serious performance.

 Multi-IQ technology

 All-Terrain (3 x Find Modes)

 Pack & Carry (1.2 kg)

 Iron Bias (High)

 V10 Coil

$519.99

A bigger 12" coil and red backlight for lowlight vision to maximise your hunt.

 Multi-IQ technology

 All-Terrain (4 x Find Modes)

 Pack & Carry (1.2 kg)

 Iron Bias (High and Low)

 Pinpoint Mode

 V12 Coil

$719.99

Zero in on targets with greater precision using pinpoint mode.

 Multi-IQ technology

 All-Terrain (3 x Find Modes)

 Pack & Carry (1.2 kg)

 Iron Bias (High)

 Pinpoint Mode

 V10 Coil

$619.99

The ultimate pro-packout with two coils included plus wireless bluetooth headphones.

 Multi-IQ technology

 All-Terrain (4 x Find Modes)

 Pack & Carry (1.2 kg)

 Iron Bias (High and Low)

 Pinpoint Mode

 V8 & V12 Coils

 Bluetooth Headphones

$819.99

Merino Thermals +

The Hunting & Fishing Merino blend thermals will be the go-to for warmth, layering and durability this spring.

Merino is the ultimate natural yarn with many properties that cannot be replicated by using 100% synthetic fibers.

Thermoregulator Merino wicks moisture from the body, leaving the skin dry and comfortable. It is considered an intelligent yarn that has climate control which cools when the temperature rises and warms the body in extreme cold weather conditions.

Odour-resistant Merino also has natural antibacterial properties that resist retaining any odour, staying fresh for longer.

Cyclone Jacket $179.99

• 340gsm 3-layer bonded fleece

• Water resistant treated outer

• Middle layer cyclone membrane to repel weather elements

• Zip side pockets

• Chest pockets

Cyclone EXTreme Retro jacket $179.99

• 340gsm fleece for warmth

• Taslon shoulder saddle

• Full zip entry

• Side pockets

• Drop tail for coverage

Thunder 3 Layer Jacket $199.99

• 3 layer waterproof & breathable

• Nylon ripstop bonded

range women’s «

Incline jacket $89.99

• 100% polyester 2 layer bonded creating a hard faced fleece

all women’s sizing 8-24

• Wind blocking and DWR treated Technical Pant $149.99

• Windproof

• Highly water resistant

Thunder Layer Pant $139.99

• 3 layer waterproof & breathable

• 225gsm Anti-pill Fleece

• Fleece lined softshell with 2-way stretch for warmth & comfort

• Nylon ripstop bonded

• Elasticated Waist

• Side Pocket technical jacket $199.99

• 3 layer bonded softshell

• Internal membrane and fleece liner for warmth

• DWR treated outer

• Zip side pockets

range kid’s «

Rugby Jersey $59.99

• 100% Cotton

• Classic button up placket

• Knitted collar

• Oversized fit

• Sizes: 8-14

Cyclone Jacket $109.99

• 340gsm 3-layer

bonded fleece

• Water resistant treated outer

• Middle layer cyclone membrane to repel weather elements

• Zip side pockets

• Chest pockets

• Sizes 3-14

Cyclone EXTreme

Retro jacket $109.99

• 340gsm fleece for warmth

• Taslon shoulder saddle

• Full zip entry

• Side pockets

• Drop tail for additional coverage

• Sizes 3-14

Thunder 3 Layer Jacket $149.99

• 3 layer waterproof & breathable

• Nylon ripstop bonded

• Lower waist pockets with waterproof zip entry

• 3 layer waterproof & breathable

• Nylon ripstop bonded

• Sizes 3-14

Micro Trou $39.99

• 225gsm anti-pill fleece

• Elasticated waist for comfort

• Side pockets Sizes 2-14

Oxford Pant $59.99

• 225gsm anti-pill fleece

• Elasticated waist for comfort

• Oxford knee & seat

• Side pockets

Sizes 2-14

The market leading outdoor clothing system, boxed for your convenience. Recognised by those who virtually live in this gear, as the most comfortable and hard wearing fleece pack out there.

The Forest camo print is designed from photos of native New Zealand vegetation so you’ll easily blend into the bush. Perfect to wear in conjunction with the Forest camo Cyclone bush shirt for extra warmth.

Our unique Matuku camo pattern is produced from high definition photographs of actual New Zealand wetland vegetation and tussock grasses. Matuku is the perfect camoflage for the waterfowl hunting season and alpine tussock country.

split

These

Solid Kiwi Gear

Men's Butcher's Coat

The 120-pound boar has been carried out but your back is still dry and your GPS is safer than ever thanks to our new Butcher’s Coat. A hard-wearing, 330gsm dual-grid fleece coat with a full Oxford nylon back overlay and lots of storage.

Twin chest pockets for devices

Extra long Oxford nylon back overlay Silicon anti-slip on shoulder

GPS Molle pouch included DWR® waterproofing treatment Sizes XS - 10XL

Kakariki Forest

Kakariki Forest

Kakariki Forest

Kakariki Forest

Kakariki Forest Kakariki Forest

Mens

Men's Trail Jacket

Our Huntech Trail Jackets are the perfect, lightweight layer addition to your year round wardrobe.

• Lightweight four-way stretch fabric

Dye cut welded pockets

• DOR® waterproofing treatment

• Silvadur scent control®

Sizes XS - 10XL Sizes

Mens Trail Pants

This spring be

Prepared

To meet changing conditions head-on, you need a technical layering system that meets the demands of changing terrain, pursuit, weather and seasons. Stoney Creek technical clothing is purpose-built to perform, constructed tough to endure, yet lightweight and compact so it won’t slow you down. With a Stoney Creek technical layering system as part of your kit, you’ll be performing at your peak throughout your next hunting adventure. These are just a selection of top spring Stoney Creek Hunting products, to see the full range visit your local Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store.

STOW IT JACKETS LIGHTWEIGHT, PACKABLE, 100% WATERPROOF & WINDPROOF

DREAMBULL OVERTOUSER

LIGHTWEIGHT, PACKABLE, 100%

WATERPROOF & WINDPROOF

BLACK: 4050

$139.99

TCA: HRM-8314-OGU

$149.99

WOMEN’S STOW IT JACKET BAYLEAF:

HRW-8315-JBA

$139.99

WOMEN’S STOW IT OVERTROUSERS

BAYLEAF: LRW-8312-LBA $139.99

TCA: HRW-2335-ATA $569.99

WOMEN’S

THE BIG DOG ULTRA TOUGH BAYLEAF/BLACK 2184 $199.99

TCF: HRM-8315-JTF

$149.99

GUMLEAF: 4007 $139.99

MICROPLUS HOODIES LIGHTWEIGHT, WARMTH, DURABLE & CONCEALED

TCF: HMM-8306-ATF

TCA: HMM-1308-ATA

$89.99

ALSO AVAILABLE IN WOMEN’S TCA: HMW-2308-ATA $89.99

FAST HUNT ASCENT SHIRT

TUNDRA - HMM-3316-ATD

TCF: HMM-3317-ATF $

TCA: HMM-3317-ATA

EVOLUTION OF THE LEGENDARY FAST HUNT MID-LAYER, NOW WITH STRETCH COMFORT & MOISTURE WICKING TREATMENT

FAST HUNT ASCENT TROUSERS

TUNDRA: HMM-3316-LTD $169 99

TCF: HMM-3317-LTF $179 99

TCA: HMM-3317-LTA $179

EVOLUTION OF THE LEGENDARY FAST HUNT MID-LAYER, NOW WITH STRETCH COMFORT & DWR TREATMENT

THE ROCK PULLOVER BAYLEAF: HIM-3320-ABA

$199.99

TCF: HIM-3322-ATF TCA: HIM-3322-ATA $219.99 ea

THE LEGEND IS BACK! WARM, DURABLE, SILENT & LOW PROFILE

HUNT GUARD TROUSERS

MENS: HMM-3316-LTD $299.99

FEATURING ACTIVE STRETCH FIT, TORAY PRIMEFLEX™ FABRIC MECHANICAL STRETCH, BRUSHED INNER FOR WARMTH & COMFORT

UPF 50+ Rated: Keeps you concealed from game and protected from the sun

Twin Zipped Chest pockets: Massive zip closed chest pockets keep your gear close at hand

ICE-DRY LONG SLEEVE TEE

MOISTURE WICKING & COOLING

BAYLEAF: HBM-1108-SBA

$89.99

TCF: HBM-1108-STF

TCA: HBM-1108-STA

$99.99

URBAN SHORTS STYLE, STRETCH & COMFORT BLACK - LMM-9107-CBK $79.99

DARK PUTTY - LMM-9107-CDP $79.99

TOBACCO - LMM-0107-CTB $79.99

WOMEN’S ICE-DRY LONG SLEEVE TEE MOISTURE WICKING & COOLING BAYLEAF: HBW-1108-SBA

$89.99

TCF: HBW-1108-STF

TCA: HBW-1108-STA

$99.99 EA

WOMEN’S ICE-DRY SHORT SLEEVE TEE MOISTURE WICKING & COOLING BAYLEAF: HBW-1106-TBA

$79.99

Mechanical stretch: durable comfortable stretch fabric for ultimate comfort

Moisture wicking treatment on shirt: draws moisture away from the skin, keeping you more comfortable

DWR treatment on trousers: sheds water, mud and blood to improve drying times

JESTER SHORTS A SUMMER CLASSIC BAYLEAF/BLACK - 7074 $39.99

BLACK/BLACK - LMM-0104-CBK $39.99

GREY/BLACK - LMM-0104-CGY $39.99

WOMEN’S JESTER SHORT A SUMMER CLASSIC BLACK/BLACK LMW-0104-CBK WATERMELON/BLACK - 7078 $39.99 EA

365 TECH HOODIE EVERYDAY FAVOURITE, LIGHTWEIGHT MID-LAYER TCF: HMM-8310-ATF

$109.99

KID’S 365 TECH HOODIE

TUATARA FOREST:

HMK-8306-ATF $79.99

ADULT TOWEL HOODIE BLACK: LBU-0108-WBK $99.99

WOMEN’S ACTIVE SHORTS TRAINING SHORTS BLACK - LMW-1110-CBK $99.99

Gritstone Cap

With its modern design and snapback fastener, this comfortable flat peak cap is your new go-to for everyday wear.

$59.99

Gritstone Cap

Obtuse 5 Panel Cap

Featuring a flat peak and textured fabric, the Obtuse 5 Panel Cap is comfortable and ventilated, with a trucker style design and rear adjustment.

$49.99 Obtuse Cap

TEN4 Cap

This casual, vented mesh cap features a curved peak and snapback adjustment, and will keep you cook when the temperature rises.

$49.99 TEN4 Cap

Force Long Sleeve Tee

Designed comfort next to skin, this breathable long sleeve tee is ideal for climbing and hiking.

Womens Mens

$79.99 Force Long Sleeve Tee

Force Tee

Force Hoody

Designed for comfort next to skin, this breathable hoody is ideal for climbing and hiking.

Womens Mens

$139.99

Nexus Pull On

Womens Nexus Hoody

Ideal for layering up on high energy hiking, climbing, and mountaineering adventures in changeable conditions, this breathable midlayer regulates your temperature and offers superb comfort and mobility.

Nexus Pull On

$99.99 Force Hoody

Torque Mountain Pants

As a lighter weight revision of Rab’s best-selling model, the versatile Torque Mountain Pant is tailor-made for scrambles, hut-to-hut, and multi-day mountain treks.

Womens Mens

Ideal for layering up on high energy hiking, climbing, and mountaineering adventures in changeable conditions, this breathable midlayer regulates your temperature and offers superb comfort and mobility.

Torque Pants

Built for active mountain use in warm climates, the flexible, slim-fit Torque Pant is an uncompromising technical climbing garment that provides the freedom you need to perform at your best.

Womens Mens

$169.99

Womans Nexus Hoody

Torque Mountain Shorts

Built with lightweight and quickdrying Matrix™ stretch fabric, these all-rounders are great for everything from hiking, biking, to scrambling, and multi-day trekking.

Simple, lightweight and fastdrying, the Force Tee is slim fitting and comfy. Perfect for hiking, climbing, and mountain running, the Force Tee is soft next to skin and quick-wicking.

Womens Mens

$69.99 Force Tee

Syncrino Base Tee

Blending warm, wicking Merino wool with lightweight, quick drying synthetic fibres to create a hardworking, comfortable baselayer. Soft to touch and naturally anti-bacterial, the Syncrino Base Tee is the perfect first layer for all mountain activities.

Womens Mens

$109.99 Syncrino Tee

Stance Tee

$239.99 Torque Mountain Pants

Trusted by for all their back country adventures

Available to watch on Duke and on-demand on

$199.99 Torque Pants

$159.99

Torque Mountain Shorts

The Stance Vintage SS Tee is a comfortable organic cotton t-shirt with Vintage Rab logo print.

$39.99 Stance Tee

Specifically Designed For New Zealand Alpine Hunting

The LOWA High Country Evo GTX® was designed for NZ hunting above the tree line and around the Southern Alps.

Its special features include the LOWA Flex lacing system (including the patented X-Lacing Stud to keep the tongue in place), plus a high alpine rand to protect the leather against rocks and scree.

The floating lace loops conform and flex with your foot to reduce pressure. This gives you the stability you need for alpine environments and more versatile comfort when travelling in the forest below the tree line.

Built for 3-4 season performance with a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex® membrane to keep your feet dry and comfortable. This heavy duty hunting boot can easily handle over 25kg in pack weight, plus carry your trophy home.

“We wore the High Country fresh out of the box on our latest trip and found them to be comfortable with plenty of support as expected (and no blisters). With a range of boots suited to New Zealand’s diverse hunting terrain and their out of the box comfort, LOWA is the trusted boot of choice for all of our hunting adventures.”

100 Years Of Craftsmanship

- Willie Duley, NZ Hunter Adventures

BOOT CASE $54.99

Padded walls & internal pocket

BOOT CLEANING KIT $54.99

Includes Zamberlan Hydrobloc® Proofing Cream, brush & laces

MARIE GTX®

Designed and built by women for women - to fit the needs of the female foot. This boot is particularly suitable for our great walks or those who enjoy extensive hiking in challenging environments. The GORE-TEX keeps the feet dry, while the leather upper, processed with Hydrobloc® finishing, makes the boots waterresistant.

UPPER: Hydrobloc® Nubuck

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Vibram® Lite Wolf

SIZE RANGE: EU37-43 Half Sizes

LAST: ZWNS

VIOZ LUX GTX® RR $549.99

WAS $499.99

HYDROBLOC® CREAM $24.99 Improve waterproofness of full-grain leather

HYDROBLOC® SPRAY $24.99 Improve waterproofness of Nubuck leather, suede and rough-out (or reversed) leather

accessories

A classic trail hiking and backpacking boot. This woman's boot is an upgrade to Zamberlan’s former best-selling boot. The GORE-TEX Performance Comfort lining ensures waterproofness and breathability.

UPPER: Hydrobloc® Full Grain Waxed Leather

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Zamberlan® Vibram® 3D

SIZE RANGE: EU37-43 Half Sizes

LAST: ZBPK Performing Fit

NEW TRAIL LITE EVO GTX® $399.99

A classic trail hiking and lightweight backpacking boot. The single piece upper is made of tumbled nubuck leather, and its waterproofness is improved by the Hydrobloc treatment + Goretex Extended Comfort lining.

UPPER: Hydrobloc® Nubuck

LINING: GORE-TEX Extended Comfort

OUTSOLE: Vibram® Pillow

SIZE RANGE: EU37-43 Half Sizes

LAST: ZBPK Performing Fit

JACKRABBIT SUEDE

GTX®

High visibility boot for mountain hunting. The Hydrobloc® Perwanger Leather provides excellent control of the internal micro-climate. The GORE-TEX® Performance Comfort lining to ensure waterproofness and breathability. Soft FLEX-SYSTEM junction on the ankle zone helps the foot rolling while hiking.

UPPER: HYDROBLOC® Nubuck leather

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Zamberlan® Vibram® Darwin WL

SIZE RANGE: EU42-48 Half Sizes

LAST: Wide

GUIDE GTX® RR WL $599.99

Designed for backpacking on uneven tracks and sturdy enough for mountain hunting. The upper, made of Nubuck leather with Hydrobloc® treatment, is equipped with an asymmetrical rubber reinforcement to provide better protection.

UPPER: HYDROBLOC® Nubuck leather

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Zamberlan® Vibram® Star Trek

SIZE RANGE: EU41-48 Half Sizes

LAST: Wide

LYNX

Versatile boot for mountain hunting with mid tall shape. The new Hydrobloc Nubuck leather delivers astonishing comfort, fit & performance on a relatively lightweight and stable platform.

UPPER: HYDROBLOC® Nubuck leather

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Zamberlan Vibram 3D Camo

SIZE RANGE: EU41-48 Half Sizes

LAST: Wide

MOUNT TREK GTX® RR $749.99

The Mountain Trek is built with integrated Zamberlan semiPCS (professional crampon system) capability for those times when a crampon is needed, but not overly robust for when they are not required. The Zamberlan Fiberglass 5mm insole grants precise performance and support.

UPPER: HYDROBLOC® Nubuck leather

Cordura® - Superfabric®

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Vibram® Teton + Zamberlan PCS

SIZE RANGE: EU42-48 Half Sizes

LAST: ZTEC Technical Fit

SAGUARO GTX® RR

Best suited to big game hunting. This kind of hunting involves extensive hikes in a wide range of terrains, from forested hills to harsh rocky mountains and tundra, both in cold and humid conditions. The GORE-TEX lining keeps the feet dry, while the Hydrobloc® Nubuck high-cut leather upper with PU reinforcements provides stability and additional protection to calf and ankle in the bush and with cold weather conditions.

UPPER: HYDROBLOC® Nubuck leather

LINING: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort

OUTSOLE: Zamberlan® Vibram® Star TrekII

SIZE RANGE: EU41-48 Half Sizes

SAVE $50.00

MID GTX® $549.99

RR WL $449.99

BUFF® headwear offers head, neck and face protection from the elements, including cold, wind and sun.

Outdoor Equipment Care

UREWERA

$384.99 WATERPROOF

Lightweight, high leg lace up adventure boot, ideal for stalking. Dakar leather. Vibram Multiaction outsole.

Sizes: UK 1-12, EU 36-47

LIIFESTYYLE

FOOTWEAR FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE

HIKER

$249.99

Everyday hiking and hunting boot. Dakar leather. Vibram Multiaction outsole. Gritex water resistant membrane.

Sizes: UK 1-12, EU 36-47

WATERPROOF High leg lace up adventure boot. Dakar waxy full grain leather. Vibram Backpack ultra

Sizes: UK 4-12,

WATERPROOF

ATERPROOF

$369.99 WATERPROOF

Women’s ankle lace up adventure boot Navy Nubuck full grain leather upper. Vibram Ranger dual density rubber outsole.

Sizes: NZ Women’s 4-11, EU 36-43

$369. ace up adventur rain leathe e ual al a d deensi ns t men e ’s 4-1 1

Premium quality high ankle lace up hunting and stalking boot with wide last. Dakar waxy full grain leather upper. Vibram Backing ultra-grip deep cleat rubber outsole. Full rubber rand. Size Euro 41-47, UK6-12

From bush to riverside, ridge to gully, our merino wool socks help you to stay warm, comfortable and odour-free for days, even when the elements are against you.

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Our website shop enables customers to purchase most catalogue items from the comfort of their own home. To support this you’ll also find a downloadable version of our current catalogue online.

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Our Selection Explained - Terms and Conditions

The products listed in this catalogue represent what is on order at the time of printing and what we plan to have collectively available through Hunting & Fishing New Zealand® stores nationwide with reserve supplies available from our importers where possible. We have ordered what we believe will be sufficient stock to last us 2 months from the date of publication. Specials and close-out deals however are limited by stock availability. Hunting & Fishing New Zealand® will not be responsible for lack of stock through supplier problems. We strive to print correct colours and images but cannot guarantee that they will always be a 100% correct representation of the products advertised. The climatic and geographic diversity of New Zealand makes stocking everything in each store impractical, however each store does carry as full a range as is practical and financially possible. If you want something from this catalogue and it’s not available at your local store, then we will

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leave no stone unturned getting it from our extensive store network with the goal of delivering it to you within 3-5 working days. During sales and special closeouts etc, we may not be able to supply your first choice, but you can be assured that we will always suggest the closest alternative.

Pricing Policy - Trading Terms and Conditions

We pride ourselves on our buying power and if you ever see an item advertised for less elsewhere, then give us the chance to match or beat it, because our printed prices can go out of date. As always, we reserve the right to correct prices up or down if our costs change or if there is a misprint in this catalogue. Note too that while our advertised prices are current at the time of printing, the fluctuating dollar may make changes necessary this season. All savings indicated are off full retail price. Special pricing in this publication ends 31st October 2023 or earlier if stock at special catalogue pricing runs out. Other conditions may apply.

Finance options

We offer a variety of payment and finance options in our stores. To get approved for finance we can do the regular checks in-store, although, a convenient service we recommend is to get your pre-approval online before you even go shopping.

Then simply walk into your favourite Hunting & Fishing New Zealand store and select items within your shopping credit limit, process your pre-approval authority, then get “Out There Doing It”. Lending criteria, fees, terms and conditions apply and may vary between finance companies.

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