Freestone Outfitters Hardwood Fly Fishing Net, 25 in, Rubber Mesh

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Item weight: 0.43 Kilograms
Product dimensions: 8"L x 16.75"W

Quick take

25-inch hardwood fly net with clear rubber mesh for catch-and-release trout fishing.

This Freestone Outfitters fly fishing net pairs a hardwood frame with a clear rubber mesh in a teardrop-shaped basket, built for catch-and-release on streams and small rivers. The 25-inch frame carries an 8-inch-deep hoop, and the soft mesh is meant to keep hooks and tandem rigs from tangling. A magnetic net release and carabiner come with it, so the net can hang on your back until you need it. At about 0.43 kg, it suits anglers who hike in and fish light, including Tenkara setups.

Best for

Fly fishing streams and small rivers where precision matters
Catch-and-release anglers minimizing fish harm
Photographing trophy trout before release

Skip if

You fish from boats where larger nets handle bigger fish
You need nets for saltwater or fast-current applications

Strengths

Clear rubber mesh is virtually invisible underwater to fish
Rubber is gentler on scales and slime coat than nylon
Teardrop shape stabilizes and contains fish during landing

Trade-offs

25-inch net suited to trout and small bass, not large fish
Hardwood frame rots if not dried after freshwater use
Clear rubber shows wear and staining after repeated use

Fishing fit

Species: Trout
Water: Freshwater
Techniques: Fly fishing

Specifications

Specifications
Type	fly fishing net
Hoop diameter	25 in
Depth	8 in
Frame material	Hardwood
Mesh	Clear rubber

Updated 21 October 2026