Fulling Mill Fly Fishing: This action-packed video features Signature Tyer and world-class angler Ollie Bassett fishing for big wild trout in tiny streams in New Zealand. This high-risk, high-reward style of fishing is something that Ollie Bassett excels at. While his tactics are somewhat unconventional in this video, he is an adaptable angler who has found great success fly fishing a range of techniques and water types all over the world. See how Ollie uses a modified euro nymphing approach to fool huge brown and rainbow trout in a jungle-like fishing environment where the fishing is unforgiving.
We are thrilled to have Ollie as a Signature Tyer and have video content from New Zealand. In this video, watch Ollie sight fish for wild trout in tight corridors. A stealthy approach to these fish is key, and reading the fish’s positioning and mood is critical when maximizing your efforts for these wary brown and rainbow trout. Then having the right line, tippet, rod and reel are essential for being able to fight these big trout properly. Throughout the film, Ollie showcases a number of his signature patterns, such as his Stonefly Exponent, Backcountry Pheasant Tail, Orange Tag Nymph, and Chenille Worm. He demonstrates a deep understanding of the stream and the trout that live there. Whether you’re interested in fly fishing in New Zealand or simply want to watch this high-octane style of fly fishing, viewers are certain to enjoy!
Ollie Bassett is based in Tauranga, New Zealand, and is the current National Fly Fishing Champion. A key member of the New Zealand Fly Fishing Team, he has represented his country at five World Fly Fishing Championships, with top-ten individual finishes in 2024 and 2025. Ollie offers fly fishing tuition and guiding across New Zealand’s North Island and is a Signature Fly Designer known for simple, effective patterns.
You can learn more about Ollie’s guided New Zealand fly fishing trips and clinics on his website linked here: https://www.olliebassettflyfishing.com/.
Signature Flies from Ollie Bassett (UK/ROW only): https://www.fullingmill.co.uk/Products-UK/Ollie-Bassett-Flies.
Fulling Mill Masterclass Fluorocarbon:
UK/ROW: https://www.fullingmill.co.uk/Products-UK/Fluorocarbon-UK.
US: https://www.fullingmill.com/Products-US/Masterclass-Fluorocarbon-US/.
Filmed by Johan Kok. You can see his website here: https://www.crazyaboutflyfishing.com/.
Edited by Patrick Tillard: Check out his Instagram page here: https://www.instagram.com/patrick_tillard/.
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