Herring Bait Fishing Nets (2"–3") — Custom NZ-Made Mullet & Bait Nets

Dial in your bait game with herring and mullet nets built for New Zealand and Pacific Island coastlines. Action Fishing Nets crafts each net in Auckland to match local tides, weed lines, and schooling behavior—so you land the right-size Yellow-Eyed Mullet and other baitfish quickly, with less bycatch and smoother handling on beach or boat.

Why these mesh sizes catch better bait

• 2" & 2.25" mesh: Target smaller baitfish tight to shore and surf gutters without gilling undersized fish you’ll end up discarding.
• 2.5" & 3" mesh: Balance selectivity and flow in open water or along weed lines when schools are larger or more dispersed.

Choose lengths from 20–100 m (custom on request) to sweep more ground with fewer redeployments, and specify 1–3 m depth to suit your vessel freeboard, shore profile, and typical clarity—faster to shoot, easier to retrieve, and kinder on your hands.

Built for coastal conditions you actually fish

• NZ-made construction: Locally assembled in Auckland for season-after-season reliability in salt, sand, and sun.
• Rigged to hold shape: Visible float-line with buoyant floats keeps the headline up; an available lead core bottom rope pins the footrope down for a clean mouth that fishes immediately.
• Smart twine spec: Fine yet tough monofilament (0.35 mm class) delivers a supple, fast-sinking wall that’s easy to clear and stow.
• Complete nets or loose mesh: Order fully rigged, or buy mesh panels for DIY builds and targeted repairs.

Use it where it works

• Beach at low tide: 20–40 m with 2"–2.25" mesh to gather Yellow-Eyed Mullet along the inside edge of the surf line.
• Boat and estuary mouths: 60–100 m with 2.5"–3" mesh to cover feeding fronts, current seams, and weed lines without constant re-rigging.

Selection guide (quick wins)

• Mesh size: Match to target bait size. Smaller mesh for tight, inshore schools; larger mesh for mid-sized mullet in open water.
• Length: Shorter for solo beach work and tight spots; longer to cover ground from a boat or along long, even beaches.
• Depth: 1–3 m. Shallow for clear, shallow flats; deeper for drop-offs and when bait holds mid-water.
• Bottom rope: Add Lead Core B/R when you need the net to set fast and hug uneven bottoms.

What sets Action Fishing Nets apart

These are custom-made NZ fishing nets, not generic imports. Every dimension—mesh size, length, and depth—is tuned for coastal angling realities around Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands. The result: fewer wasted casts, cleaner bait, and more time fishing.

Specifications

• Mesh sizes: 2", 2.25", 2.5", 3"
• Lengths: 20 m, 30 m, 40 m, 60 m, 100 m (custom lengths available)
• Depths: Custom 1–3 m
• Twine: Monofilament approximately 0.35 mm
• Bottom rope option: Lead Core B/R
• Use: Beach or boat
• Origin: Made in Auckland, New Zealand

Care, compliance, and longevity

• Rinse and dry after each session; store in shade to protect twine and floats.
• Inspect seams and panels; replace sections with spare mesh instead of retiring a whole net.
• Know the rules: NZ recreational netting regulations vary by area and change periodically—always check current requirements for your region before you set.

Who it’s for

Anglers who value reliable bait on demand—surf casters, small-boat crews, and coastal fishers chasing snapper, kingfish, and other predators that respond best to fresh, right-sized mullet or herring. If you want a net that shoots cleanly, fishes correctly the first time, and matches your water, this is the tool.

Order options

• Ready-to-fish complete nets in your chosen mesh, length, and depth
• Mesh-only for DIY builds and precise repairs
• Lead core bottom rope available for firm, fast sets

Get an Auckland-made bait net that’s tuned to your grounds—choose your mesh, pick your length and depth, and fish with confidence.