New to Fly Fishing? Simple Setup to Start Catching Fish

The trout season is fast approaching, and if you’re new to fly fishing, this video breaks down the essential gear you’ll need to get started. After over a decade of experimenting with different setups, I’ve simplified my kit to the gear I believe works best for beginners and seasoned anglers alike. In this video, I’ll cover: ✅ Choosing your first fly rod & reel combo (Redington Field Kit & Orvis Clearwater) ✅ The ideal rod weight and length for trout fishing ✅ Must-have tools (forceps with scissors, nippers, etc.) ✅ Fly selection – dries, nymphs & streamers you can’t go without ✅ Leaders, tippet, and how to understand the “X system” ✅ The importance of floatant and strike indicators ✅ Best ways to carry your kit (vests, hip packs, backpacks, etc.) ✅ Why keeping it simple beats carrying a mountain of gear Whether you’re just getting into fly fishing or refining your setup, this guide will help you hit the water with confidence. No need to look like a christmas tree weighed down with gadgets – a simple kit is all you need to catch trout and enjoy your time on the river. Presented by Pat Ryan Filmed and edited by Dean Johnson & Pat Ryan Products seen in this video: Redington Field Kit - Trout Fly Fishing Combo https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod Outfit https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout 9' Tapered Leader - 3 Pack https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Scientific Anglers Absolute Trout Tippet 30m https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Category 3 Churnobyl UV - Orange https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Fulling Mill Stimulator Orange - Dry Fly https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Category 3 Pheasant Tail Northside - Black Tungsten Bead Nymph https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Fulling Mill Barbless Tungsten Pink Tag Jig - Tactical Fly https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Fulling Mill Daniel's UV Polar Jig Olive Barbless https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Loon Outdoors Royal Gel - Sparkle Gel Floatant https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Scientific Anglers Tailout Scissors Clamp https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... McLean Angling Short Handle Weigh Net https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/colle... Tom's Outdoors is a family-owned retail store and guiding service in Tumut, NSW, where we live and breathe what we sell. Our range of considered, enduring and trustworthy gear is tried and tested in the mountains of Kosciuszko National Park and surrounds. We specialise in premium, built-to-last outdoor clothing and equipment for fly fishing, hiking, camping, paddling, trail running, bike packing, skiing and snowshoeing. Furthermore, we offer an exceptional outdoor experience centred around the art and joy of fly fishing. Our skilled guiding team embodies the essence of Tom's Outdoors, providing an inclusive, professional and educational guiding experience. Want to see more? Join the adventure on:   / tomsoutdoors     / tomsoutdoors     / tomsoutdoorsflyfishing     / tomsoutdoorsflyfishing   Need gear? Shop - https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au Book a guided fly fishing tour! https://www.tomsoutdoors.com.au/pages...