Fly Fishing Landing Nets

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Landing Nets Quick Picks Best Value: Trident Basics Hand Net - For anglers who want a dependable wading net without spending big. Simple sizing and a wide opening make it an easy “grab-and-go” choice for everyday trout water. Best All-Around: Simms Daymaker Landing Net - For walk-wade anglers who want a lightweight net that stays easy to carry all day. The carbon-fiber composite frame and fish-friendly bag help streamline quick net-and-release moments. Best for Small Streams: Simms Small Daymaker Landing Net - For tight quarters, brushy banks, and short-range netting when you’re fishing solo. Compact size keeps it out of the way while still giving you a true rubber-bag landing net. Best Premium: Orvis Wide Mouth Guide Net - For anglers who want extra hoop size and reach for larger trout or boat-side net jobs. The wide opening and deeper, knotless bag are built for cleaner landings and easier hook removal. Best for Measuring & Photos: McLean Angling Short Handle Weigh Net - For anglers who want a net that can also weigh fish without adding another tool. Built-in scale and rubber mesh bag make it a practical choice for quick documentation and release. How to Choose Landing Nets Hoop size & bag depth Action: Match the hoop to the biggest fish you expect to land, not the average one. A larger hoop gives you a bigger “target” when you’re solo, while a deeper bag helps keep fish in the net without squeezing or over-handling. Avoid if: You fish tight, brushy creeks, oversized hoops can snag branches and feel clumsy in pocket water. Handle length (wading vs. boat) Best for: Short handles for wading (easy to maneuver close to your body) and longer handles for drift boats, higher banks, or deep wading where reach matters. If you fish both, lean toward a “guide” style length that covers more situations. Net bag material (rubber vs. mesh) Best for: Rubber or coated, fish-friendly bags when you’re releasing fish and want fewer tangles with droppers. Rubber tends to be mo