🎣 Get the Net – Tight Lines, Loose Lips! 🎙️

Nick Hoyle

Welcome to Get the Net, the Kiwi fishing podcast where the yarns are as wild as the waters we fish! Hosted by Nick, a self-confessed multiple-time member of the Caught Bugger All Fishing Club*, this show dives into epic stories, top tactics, and must-have gear from NZ’s best anglers. From offshore Marlin to soft baits in the shallows, we’re all about real fishing talk—no gatekeeping, just good banter, expert tips, and the odd fishing fail.

Episodes

  1. Devan Vitali Family man crafting experiences & creating the NZOFC | Get the Net EP09

    18H AGO

    Devan Vitali Family man crafting experiences & creating the NZOFC | Get the Net EP09

    Devan Vitali has spent a lifetime on the water, but thesedays fishing means something even more special – building memories with his kids and sharing the adventure with family. In this episode of Get the Net, Devan reflects on what it’s like to pass on a love of the ocean to the next generation and why those days on the water matter so much more than just the fish you bring home. He’s also one of the driving forces behind the New ZealandOffshore Fishing Club, a community built around a shared passion for fishing, camaraderie, and the unforgettable stories that come from fishing the shallows or chasing giants out wide. Devan talks about the vision behind NZOFC and what it means for the sport. This is a yarn packed with family, fishing, and a reminder of why we all go to sea in the first place – not just for the catch, but for the moments that last a lifetime.   ✅ Devan Vitali @fishermandev (FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube)         ✅ @NZOFC ⏱️ Chapters /Segments ✅ (02:00) – Devan Vitali - A family man who just loves fishing! ✅ 08:00 – How Devan finds the fish in the Hauraki Gulf ✅ 17:00 – Lure-masters fishing comp ends in a COMPLETE DISASTER ✅ 25: 00 – Devan’s 8yo daughter catches 17lb snapper in 20kt winds ✅ 32:00 – Forming the NZOFC + Snap Catch App ✅ 42:00 – Quickfire questions to close the show 🌟 Links & Socials - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz] - Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us - Instagram: @getthenet_nz  - TikTok: @getthenet_nz  ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library) 🎥 Production Notes ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser mics + Zoom P4 interface ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    48 min
  2. Kaz Otsubo – ‘The Fishing Wiki’ & Oceans Legacy NZ | Get the Net Podcast | Ep08

    AUG 19

    Kaz Otsubo – ‘The Fishing Wiki’ & Oceans Legacy NZ | Get the Net Podcast | Ep08

    Kaz Otsubo is a lifelong angler and the owner of The Fishing Wiki, the go-to place for Oceans Legacy gear in New Zealand. Born and raised in Japan, Kaz grew up fishing rivers and harbours with a bamboo rod and tiny hooks, developing an early obsession that never left him. After moving to New Zealand, he discovered the incredibleoffshore fishery here and fell in love with slow pitch jigging—a technique that changed the way he thought about targeting snapper, kingfish and more. In this episode, Kaz shares his journey from Japan to NZ,how he learned local conditions, and why slow pitch jigging became his specialty. He talks through gear selection, rod and reel setups, reading the sounder, picking jigs for different depths, and getting the right action tomatch what the fish want on the day. Kaz also explains the mission behind The Fishing Wiki:supplying high-quality slow pitch fishing tackle, sharing knowledge, and helping Kiwi anglers get better results. Along the way, he drops tips for staying patient, experimenting with retrieves, and thinking like a fish. Whether you’re new to jigging or already addicted, this chatis packed with real, practical advice from someone who lives and breathes it. ✅ Kaz Otsubo @kaz_fishingwiki @oceanslegacy_nz (IG)     ✅ Oceans Legacy New Zealand (FB) https://www.facebook.com/oceanslegacynz ✅ Saltwater Lure Fishing      ✅ Bluefin Jigging ⏱️ Chapters / Segments      ✅ (05:00) – Growing Up Fishing in Japan ✅ (09:30) – Night Jigging for Giant Bluefin Tuna ✅ (15:00) – Kaz’s worst day one the water ‘Solo Mission gone wrong’ ✅ (18:30) – Jigging Deep Dive ‘how metal baits are revolutionising fishing’ ✅ (39:00) – Deep Sea Species (200m+) on Slow Pitch Jigs ✅ (59:00) – Targeting and catching Squid on Jigs 🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Elementus Slow Pitch Game Rod PE2        ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Elementus Ahi Spec Tuna Jigging Rod PE8 & PE10 ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Long Contact Jigs ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Hybrid Contact Jigs ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Deep Contact Jigs ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Roven Slow Style Jigs ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Stinger Twin Assist Hooks ✅ Ocean’s Legacy Lancet Single Assist Hooks🍽️ Recipes Shared ✅  Bluefin Iki Jime  & Shinkei Jime ✅ Bluefin Sushi 🌟 Links & Socials ✅ Listen & Watch  - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz]    - Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us - Instagram: @getthenet_nz - TikTok: @getthenet_nz ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube AudioLibrary) 🎥 Production Notes       ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle #getthenetpodcast #fishingnz #kiwifishing #newzealandfishing #fishingstories #fishingyarns #podcastnz #fishingtalk #kiwiyarns #tightlines#snapperfishing #softbait #lighttackle #tinnyfishing #smallboatfishing #nzcoast #fishinglife #nzangler #caughtbuggerallclub #kingfish #topwater #stickbait#jigging #driftfishing #sounder #saltwaterfishing #nzcharters #fishingcommunity #marlinfishing #gamefishing #yellowfin #albacore #swordfish #pelagic#offshorefishing #nzskiff #jetskifishing #oceanaddict #deepdrop #bluenose #hapuka #baitreading #moonphases #currentlines #nzoutdoors #fishingtrip#glowbite #lurefishing #microjig #jackflash #uvlight #nzfishinggear #supportlocal #fishinggiveaway #fishingprizes #caughtbuggerall #kayakfishing#jetskifishing #outdoorlifestyle #kiwilegends #oceanslegacy #slowpitchjigging #kazotsubo #spj #sbt #bft

    1h 14m
  3. From a Breakup to the Best Year of Her Life — Kyla Klintworth ("She Hooks n Hunts") | Get the Net | EP07

    AUG 12

    From a Breakup to the Best Year of Her Life — Kyla Klintworth ("She Hooks n Hunts") | Get the Net | EP07

    Kyla Klintworth, better known as She Hooks and Hunts,joins us for a relaxed, inspiring chat about her journey into the outdoors.  In this inspiring and candid chat, she shareshow she went from heartbreak to chasing adventure, hunting, fishing, and enjoying the ‘best year of her life’ all while building an authentic online community that connects with thousands. We talk about her love for the outdoors, the moments that shaped her, and the personal growth that came from following her passions. Whether you’re into fishing, hunting, or just love a good comeback story, Kyla’s journey will leave you motivated to make your next chapter your best yet.   ✅ Kyla Klintworth @shehooksnhunts (IG, TikTok)         ⏱️ Chapters /Segments ✅ (00:00) – Kyla’s Journey into the fishing scene ✅ (06:00) – 3 Kings for just $150 ✅ (22:00) – A game fishing disaster ‘Caught Bugger All’ ✅ (29:30) – How to build your online presence ✅ (30:55) – Camera Failed at this point – we lost 20mins of the chat sadly ✅ (42:00) – What's the future for Kyla   🍽️ Recipes Shared ✅ Bluenose Sri Lankan Curry 🌟 Links & Socials - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz] - Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us - Instagram: @getthenet_nz  - TikTok: @getthenet_nz  ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story fora shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library) 🎥 Production Notes ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    44 min
  4. Kubura Fishing & the Surprise Sailfish – Nik Key Goes Deep |Get the Net Podcast | EP06

    AUG 5

    Kubura Fishing & the Surprise Sailfish – Nik Key Goes Deep |Get the Net Podcast | EP06

    Nik Key is the owner and skipper behind Snap Fishing Ventures, with over 30 years of obsessive lure fishing experience. He’s not just a charter skipper, he’s a teacher, guide, product developer and content creator who loves helping others land the fish of their dreams.Nik talks about growing up fishing Birkenhead Wharf, the thrill of watching someone catch their first fish, and his passion for lure fishing evolution in New Zealand. He sharesdeeply practical tips on drogue setup, gear choices (especially light line and big hooks), reading sounders, finding workups, and adapting techniques for different conditions.Nik also discusses running over 750 charters and private guiding trips, without ever taking stinky bait onboard (lures only), teaching clients everything from sounder setup to driftplanning, plus digitising decades of fishing data to plan better trips. He talks about memorable catches—from sailfish on a Kabura in Western Australia to big kingfish in Whangarei Harbour—and why keeping things simple, staying curious, and thinking like a fish are the keys to success. Nik’s Online Shop is HERE (please consider supporting him with a purchase) or Contact Nik direct for a discount (mention you saw him on Get The Net) nik@snapfishingventures.com or 021 596 074 ✅ Nik Key @snapfishingventures (IG) ✅ How to fish Kuburas effectively all year round ✅ Finding the fish + Lure Selection ✅ Sailfish caught on a Kubura ⏱️ Chapters /Segments ✅ 00:00 – Growing Up Fishing in NZ ✅ 08:00 – Sailfish on a Kubrua?! ✅ 15:00 – Teaching Clients on Charters ✅ 24:00 – Gear, Drogues & Dialing in Tactics ✅ 46:00 – Become a better fisherman by using Ai & Thinking Like a Fish 🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Online Tutorials (just $6 per episode) ✅ Private Charter – BOOK HERE ✅ Private Guiding – BOOK HERE ✅ Ocean Next 50 Reel - SHOP HERE ✅ Poseidon Mythic Weapon - SHOP HERE ✅ Ocean Angler 12ft Handbrake SHOP HERE 🍽️ Recipes Shared ✅ Pan-Fried Gurnard in Flour 🌟 Links & Socials ✅ Listen & Watch - Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/show/54DYLnjQkQLjdDz8USJgab] - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz] - Apple Podcasts: [Link] ✅ Follow Us- Instagram: @getthenet_nz- TikTok: @getthenet_nz- YouTube” @getthenet_nz✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win aGlowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library) 🎥 Production Notes ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    1h 7m
  5. 'Ruan Hayward' Surf to Ski, Jet Skis, Big Dreams & Bigger Fish | Get the Net Podcast EP05

    JUL 29

    'Ruan Hayward' Surf to Ski, Jet Skis, Big Dreams & Bigger Fish | Get the Net Podcast EP05

    'Ruan Hayward' Surf to Ski, Jet Skis, Big Dreams & Bigger Fish | Get the Net Podcast | EP05 In this episode of Get the Net, Nick chats with Ruan Hayward— a dedicated fisho who’s built his fishing journey from the ground up. Originally from South Africa, Ruan shares how he started surfcasting around Auckland with just a rod and a bus pass, learning the local conditions the hard way. From there he graduated to owning a JetSki for solo missions chasing kingfish and snapper, and now owns a beautiful boat for game fishing and deep missions with the crew & for his future family boating. They talk about reading sign, planning trips around weather, the mindset shift that comes with bigger water, Ruan opens up about how fishing really helps his mental health and what his future looks like here in New Zealand ✅ Ruan Hayward @RSLivingFree (FB, IG, TikTok, YouTube)         ✅ https://www.youtube.com/@RSLivingFree ⏱️ Chapters /Segments ✅ 00:00 – From South Africa beaches to Aotearoa ✅ 09:30 – A fishing rod and a bus pass  ✅ 18:30 – Fisherman with a Camera – Ruan’s YouTube Journey ✅ 29:30 – The lure that changed everything ✅ 35:00 – Farnleys Yamaha Support   🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Planning trips around the weather windows ✅ Safety for Jetski Fishing ✅ Softbaiting for Snapper ✅ What the future holds for Ruan   🍽️ Recipes Shared ✅ Kingfish Sashimi with Sesame Dressing ✅ Bluefin Tacos (or Wraps) with Fresh Flour Tortillas 🌟 Links & Socials - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz] - Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us - Instagram: @getthenet_nz  - TikTok: @getthenet_nz  ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library) 🎥 Production Notes ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    49 min
  6. 🎙️ Nick Patrick, Rods, Reels & Raw Fish + Looking after your gear | Get the Net Podcast Ep04

    JUL 22

    🎙️ Nick Patrick, Rods, Reels & Raw Fish + Looking after your gear | Get the Net Podcast Ep04

    🎙️ Nick Patrick, Rods, Reels & Raw Fish + Looking after your gear | Get the Net Podcast Ep04In this episode of Get the Net, Nick sits down with NickPatrick—the reel and rod repair man behind Shoreworx. With over 20 years in the fishing industry as a sales rep and service tech for Shimano, Nick’s seen it all when it comes to keeping Kiwi fishos’ gear in top shape. He shares why he started Shoreworx to focus on honest, quality repairs that help anglers get the most out of their tackle. They also trade big-fish yarns, including a 170kg marlin and a 39kg kingfish, and talk about why having properly maintained gear can make or break those once-in-a-lifetime fights. ✅ Nick Patrick @shoreworx (IG)      ✅ Shoreworx www.facebook.com/shoreworxnz     ✅ Website www.shoreworx.co.nz   ⏱️ Chapters / Segments              ✅ (00:00) – Nick Patrick’s background: Shimano, Shoreworx, and 20 years of fishing      ✅ (04:00) – A 170kg stripey and a 39kg kingfish on livebait       ✅ (11:30) – Straylining. Wind & tide, hook size, bait prep, and presentation      ✅ (19:00) – Rods, reels, lines, and what to avoid buying       ✅ (30:00) – Cleaning your gear properly & how to avoid corrosion   🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed     ✅ 3 keys to success with Straylining     ✅ Shimano Tiagra ✅ Avoid buying TEMU RUBBISH      ✅ How to make your reels last a lifetime   🍽️ Recipes Shared             ✅ Mexican-Style Raw Fish (Ceviche, No Coconut)        ✅ Nick Patrick’s Toasted Fish Tacos    🌟 Links & Socials          ✅ Listen & Watch              ✅ YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz]          ✅ Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692] 🌟 Follow Us        ✅ Instagram: @getthenet_nz             ✅TikTok: @getthenet_nz      🎣 Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice orvideo yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used        ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena       ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit    ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library)   🎥 Production Notes              ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics      ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro         ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    49 min
  7. Tony 'TK' Walker, Deep Lines & Hard Yarns, TK's Offshore Life | Get the Net Podcast | Ep03

    JUL 15

    Tony 'TK' Walker, Deep Lines & Hard Yarns, TK's Offshore Life | Get the Net Podcast | Ep03

    🎙️ Tony ‘TK’ Walker, Deep Lines & Hard Yarns, TK's Offshore Life In this episode of Get the Net, Nick chats with commercial fishing veteran Tony “TK” Walker. With nearly 40 years spent offshore, TK shares stories from solo handlining swordfish at the 3 kings to helping rec fishos crack the deep game. They talk moon phases, bait movement, current lines, and why most people fish blind. TK also shares how The Offshore Crew is helping everyday anglers understand the sea like a pro—and shares two solid recipes from decades on the water. ✅ Tony ‘TK’ Walker @tkoffshorefishing (IG/FB) ✅ Tk Offshore Fishing www.facebook.com/tkoffshorefish ✅ The Offshore Crew www.theoffshorecrew.online ✅ TK Offshore Fishing (YouTube)  ⁨@tkoffshorefishing⁩  ⏱️ Chapters / Segments ✅ (00:00) – Meet TK, Born into fishing, raised on the water ✅ (07:00) – Trap fishery tales and tropical snapper in Darwin ✅ (11:00) – Handlining Swordfish in the dark, solo hookups at 2am ✅ (22:00) – Year round Gamefishing in New Zealand? + Tuna 101 ✅ (35:00) – The Offshore Crew - How TK helps others find fish smarter 🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Reading the signs ✅ How lunar cycles affect fishing success ✅ Currents, bait, temperature breaks, birds & dolphins ✅ TK’s next chapter 🍽️ Recipes Shared ✅ Kokoda-Style Raw Fish (TK’s Ceviche) ✅ Whole Baked Goldband Snapper 🌟 Links & Socials ✅ Listen & Watch ✅ Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/54DYLnjQkQLjdDz8USJgab]✅ YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz] ✅ Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us ✅Instagram: @getthenet_nz ✅TikTok: @getthenet_nz ✅ YouTube @getthenet_nz ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena ✅ Satellites, Swello ✅ Momentum, Zplit ✅ Source (YouTube Audio Library) 🎥 Production Notes ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    57 min
  8. EP02 'Wes Braddock' Innovation, Kiwi Fishing & Lighting up the deep Get the Net NZ

    JUL 8

    EP02 'Wes Braddock' Innovation, Kiwi Fishing & Lighting up the deep Get the Net NZ

    🎙️ Wes Braddock – Bright Ideas & Better Fishing In this episode of Get the Net, Nick chats with WesBraddock—former science teacher, keen fisho, and the inventive mind behind Glowbite. From battling kingfish in the shallows to lighting up deep water drops, Wes shares the backstory behind Glowbite lures, his journey from idea to production, and how data-driven testing helped him prove what actually works underwater. They talk about lure design, drift techniques, fish behavior, and how fishing connects generations. Plus, Wes drops two epic recipes you’ll want to try after your next mission. ✅ Wes Braddock@glowbite.co.nz @fishinginnovators (IG)     ✅ Glowbite (FB)https://www.facebook.com/glowbite  ✅ Kayak Missions      ✅ Bluefin Jigging ⏱️ Chapters / Segments      ✅ (00:00) – Wes’s journey from teaching to tackle design         ✅ (06:00) – The thrill of the chase     ✅ (13:00) – The lightbulb moment – from toy to prototype        ✅ (21:00) – The Jack Flash story        ✅ (35:00) – Gear talk: rods, drag & the science of bite       🧰 Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Glowbite Grumpy Fish       ✅ Glowbite Jack Flash      ✅ Microbaits       ✅ Glowbite Gangster ‘Crank Bait’ 🍽️ Recipes Shared     ✅ Wes’s Smoked Fish Pie with Bacon & Kumara      ✅ Seared Tuna with Cumin & Honey     🌟 Links & Socials ✅ Listen & Watch         - YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz]    - Apple Podcasts: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/🎣-get-the-net-–-tight-lines-loose-lips-🎙️/id1824558692] ✅ Follow Us        - Instagram: @getthenet_nz        - TikTok: @getthenet_nz      ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice orvideo yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Insta. 🎵 Music Used ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena      ✅ Satellites, Swello        ✅ Momentum, Zplit        ✅ Source (YouTube AudioLibrary) 🎥 Production Notes        ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics        ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro         ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle #getthenetpodcast #fishingnz #kiwifishing #newzealandfishing #fishingstories #fishingyarns #podcastnz #fishingtalk #kiwiyarns #tightlines #snapperfishing #softbait #lighttackle #tinnyfishing #smallboatfishing #nzcoast #fishinglife #nzangler #caughtbuggerallclub #kingfish #topwater #stickbait #jigging #driftfishing #sounder #saltwaterfishing #nzcharters #fishingcommunity #marlinfishing #gamefishing #yellowfin #albacore #swordfish #pelagic #offshorefishing #nzskiff #jetskifishing #oceanaddict #deepdrop #bluenose #hapuka #baitreading #moonphases #currentlines #nzoutdoors #fishingtrip #glowbite #lurefishing #microjig #jackflash #uvlight #nzfishinggear #supportlocal #fishinggiveaway #fishingprizes #caughtbuggerall #kayakfishing #jetskifishing #outdoorlifestyle #kiwilegends

    1h 7m
  9. Ep01 'Mark Kitteridge' Get the Net NZ - Fishing Legend, Light Gear B- Kingfish, Softbaits & Fishing Yarns from a Kiwi Legend, Light Gear Battles & Cooking Kai

    JUL 1

    Ep01 'Mark Kitteridge' Get the Net NZ - Fishing Legend, Light Gear B- Kingfish, Softbaits & Fishing Yarns from a Kiwi Legend, Light Gear Battles & Cooking Kai

    🎙️ Mark Kitteridge – Kingfish, Softbaits & Fishing Yarns from a Kiwi Legend  In this episode of Get the Net, Nick sits down with legendary Kiwi fisho Mark Kitteridge—a true OG in the scenewho’s spent decades writing, fishing, and teaching others how to do it better. They dive into softbaiting finesse, barbless hooks, 14-foot boats, a few humble lessons from the wash, and that time he accidentally caught a marlin whiletargeting kingfish. Mark brings the wisdom, the honesty, and even shares a few feed-friendly fish recipes from the home kitchen. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or salty veteran, this episode’s full of laughs, lessons, and some properly good gear chat. ✅ Mark Kitteridge @markkitteridge (IG) ✅ Softbaiting the wash for snapper      ✅ Topwater for Kingfish        ✅ Marlin at the 3 Kings Time Stamps: ✅ (00:00) – Intro & Marks early fishing days         ✅ (06:00) – Humbled by the wash       ✅ (15:00) – Marks 14-foot tinny         ✅ (23:30) – Softbait Strategies      ✅ (30:00) – Kingfish & Topwater   Gear & Techniques Discussed ✅ Targeting Snapper on softbaits       ✅ Ocean Angler TopGun + Daiwa Certate 4000      ✅ Daiwa Saltiga 8’1” PE5 + Daiwa Saltiga 14000-XH      ✅ Targeting Kingfish on Topwater Recipes Shared         ✅ Pan-Fried Fish with Crunchy Crumb        ✅ Fish Fritters    ✅ Fast & Easy Marinated Chinese/Fijian Fish         ✅ Fish Balls with Melted Cheese Centres in Marinara ✅ Join the Caught Bugger All Club Had a rough day? - 'Send us your worst day fishing story for a shout-out and a chance to win!' Send us a 2-minute voice or video yarn about your fishing fail, and you could win a Glowbite lure + cap. Details in the episode or slide into the DMs on Instagram ✅ Listen & Watch         - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@getthenet_nz           ✅ Follow Us         - Instagram: @getthenet_nz       - TikTok: @getthenet_nz               Music Used        ✅ Proctor, Topher Mohr & Alex Elena       ✅ Satellites, Swello        ✅ Momentum, Zplit      ✅ Source (YouTube AudioLibrary) Production Notes      ✅ Shot on: Sony A7iii + Sennheiser lav mics      ✅ Edited in: Adobe Premiere Pro      ✅ Shot, Edited & Produced by Nick Hoyle

    54 min

About

Welcome to Get the Net, the Kiwi fishing podcast where the yarns are as wild as the waters we fish! Hosted by Nick, a self-confessed multiple-time member of the Caught Bugger All Fishing Club*, this show dives into epic stories, top tactics, and must-have gear from NZ’s best anglers. From offshore Marlin to soft baits in the shallows, we’re all about real fishing talk—no gatekeeping, just good banter, expert tips, and the odd fishing fail.

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