{"product_id":"action-fishing-nets-mullet-drag-net-40m-surf-ready-85mm-mesh-heavy-duty-for-serious-nz-coastal-anglers","title":"Action Fishing Nets Mullet Drag Net 40m, Surf-Ready 85mm Mesh, Heavy Duty For Serious NZ Coastal Anglers","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMUD-1 40m Mullet Drag Net — NZ‑Made Surf‑Ready Net for Mullet \u0026amp; Kahawai\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MUD-1 40m Mullet Drag Net from \u003cb\u003eAction Fishing Nets\u003c\/b\u003e is a purpose-built, NZ‑made long net engineered for coastal anglers who work surf beaches and estuary edges for mullet and kahawai. Every detail—from mesh size to rope balance—has been tuned for stable tracking in chop, reliable retention, and easy handling along the shoreline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy coastal anglers choose this drag net\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e40 m working length\u003c\/b\u003e lets you sweep active feeding lanes without constant re‑sets, increasing time-on-fish when schools move with the breakers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e85 mm full mesh (approx. 3‑1\/4\")\u003c\/b\u003e aligns with NZ drag‑net practice for targeting grey mullet and kahawai, helping hold fish securely during a steady shoreline pull.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalanced, surf-stable rigging\u003c\/b\u003e with more floats on the headline and a heavier bottom rope so the net tracks true and stays open as waves push and pull.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e0.50 mm mono twine\u003c\/b\u003e provides a strong, responsive net body that’s tough enough for sand and light shell while remaining quick to shoot and gather.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e33 meshes deep (33MD)\u003c\/b\u003e creates a generous capture zone without unnecessary weight, making two‑person retrieves smoother over long passes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClear mono mesh\u003c\/b\u003e reduces visual flash and glare in bright water, supporting quieter approaches on sunny days and in shallow surf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDialed for New Zealand surf and West Coast conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for NZ coastal fishing, this drag net pairs length and depth with a surf‑friendly rope setup that resists twisting and collapse when swell stands up. Whether you’re working open sand on the West Coast or guiding kahawai along a bar, the net’s clear mono and heavier leadline help maintain shape so fish stay inside as you move down the beach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it’s made for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnglers targeting \u003cb\u003egrey mullet\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ekahawai\u003c\/b\u003e with shoreline drags on surf beaches, river mouths, and tidal flats.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoastal crews who want an \u003cb\u003eNZ‑made\u003c\/b\u003e, ready-to-work drag net that balances durability with manageable weight for repeated sets.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFishers who value \u003cb\u003ecompliant mesh sizing\u003c\/b\u003e for North Island drag‑net methods and want a configuration built around local conditions and techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow this net solves real problems on the beach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFewer missed schools:\u003c\/b\u003e The 40 m span lets you cover the full width of active gutters and near‑shore channels as schools push bait tight to the sand.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCleaner, straighter pulls:\u003c\/b\u003e Extra buoyancy on top and weight on the footrope minimize bagging and billowing, so the net moves where you point it.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReduced fatigue:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50 mm mono and 33MD depth keep overall weight sensible for longer sessions and multiple laps along the shoreline.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBetter presentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Clear mesh is less obvious to fish in bright, shallow water, aiding catch rates when the surf is glassy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse cases and practical tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShoreline drags:\u003c\/b\u003e Work parallel to the beach across likely travel lanes, then arc gently shoreward to concentrate fish in the bag end.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBreaker edges:\u003c\/b\u003e Time each pull between sets so the net holds shape through whitewater without being overrun by the next wave.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTidal flats:\u003c\/b\u003e On a falling tide, sweep the lip of draining channels where mullet and kahawai funnel past drop‑offs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHandling:\u003c\/b\u003e Shoot the float line slightly ahead of the leadline to help the net open; keep steady pace to maintain a consistent wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eResponsible, compliant fishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesh sizes and drag‑net rules can vary by region and change over time. This model uses \u003cb\u003e85 mm full mesh\u003c\/b\u003e and a \u003cb\u003e40 m\u003c\/b\u003e length specifically chosen for common North Island requirements when targeting mullet and kahawai. Always check current MPI regulations for your exact location, including mesh size, net length, and possession limits, before you fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTotal length:\u003c\/b\u003e 40 m\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMesh size:\u003c\/b\u003e 85 mm full mesh (approx. 3‑1\/4\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTwine:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50 mm mono\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 33 meshes deep (33MD)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRigging:\u003c\/b\u003e Extra floats on headline; heavier weighted bottom rope\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/b\u003e Clear mono mesh; NZ‑made\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTarget species:\u003c\/b\u003e Grey mullet, kahawai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare to extend working life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse thoroughly in fresh water after each session; hang to dry out of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoil ropes neatly to prevent kinks; check knots, floats, and leadline before storage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvoid dragging over sharp rock or heavy shell where possible; pace your pull to reduce snags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your coastal fishing revolves around surf beaches and schooling fish, the \u003cb\u003eMUD-1 40m Mullet Drag Net\u003c\/b\u003e delivers the reach, mesh, and stability serious shoreline anglers demand—built in New Zealand by people who fish the same waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Action Fishing Nets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49486731968797,"sku":"1803202210","price":299.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/1072\/3613\/files\/action-outdoors-nets-west-coast-nz-40m-mullet-drag-net-with-85mm-mesh-1803202210-mud-1-mullet-drag-net-40m-clear-mono-mesh-85mm-size-1191950701.jpg?v=1772755172","url":"https:\/\/actionoutdoors.kiwi\/products\/action-fishing-nets-mullet-drag-net-40m-surf-ready-85mm-mesh-heavy-duty-for-serious-nz-coastal-anglers","provider":"Action Outdoors Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}