FishPond Nomad Emerger Net review and price compare 2025- fishinghub

Size	32” Length
Color	Rainbow
Brand	FishPond

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Carbon Fiber & Fiberglass composite
Waterproof/weatherproof & buoyant
Clear Rubber Net
32” Length
Weight with rubber bag - 430g or .95lbs

Nomad nets are made using a mixture of carbon fiber and fiber glass. The result is a very lightweight and durable net. Nomad nets are built for the conditions that prevail where great fishing exists; they are waterproof, UV protected, and float like a cork. All Nomad nets come standard with a rubber bag. Carbon Fiber & Fiberglass compositeWaterproof/weatherproof & buoyantClear Rubber NetRiverKoat finish (Rubberized paint for the greatest grip when wet)Tinted Carbon weave32” LengthWeight with rubber bag - 430g or .95lbs9.8”W x 18.8”L Head

Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15 x 10 x 1 inches; 0.16 Ounces
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 5, 2016
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Fishpond
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08RDVJ867

Q:

is the Emerger a midlength net?

Answer: No, it is more of a hand net.

Answer:

Answer: Yes. It is about 32 inches in total length. Net section is a 20 inches long by 10 inches wide. Handle is about 12 inches long.

Answer: It is 32 inches long

Q:

What are the dimensions of this net? overall length? width? net length? depth of net?

Answer: The dimensions should be on the Fishpond website. As a long time fisherman, it's the best one I've ever had (i've owned two, my first one floated away while I was fighting a rainbow)- It has the depth to securely hold a two foot + fish and the reach to go out and net those difficult ones when you don't have someone to net it for you. I've used it from a raft, although a longer handle would be better in that situation. This net would be at home in all Rivers and Lakes in North America unless you were targeting pike/muskie, giant steelhead, or maybe 30 inch rainbows in Alaska. I'm a fan!

Answer:

Answer: Go to fish pond website

Q:

How hard is it to get out of a pack

Answer: Not hard.

Q:

Is there an advantage to a black net vs clear?

Answer: I think it is more for aesthetics. What I have read is the clear net will not frighten the fish like a black net can - that is if your worried about scaring a fish that has a hook in its mouth. Either way this is an excellent net.

Q:

Any sort of warranty?

Answer: We honor all manufacturers warranties, has long as the defect(s) are not caused by misuse of product. Please see Fishponds warranty policy on their official website for further info.

Answer: Not sure but based on the materials used, I wouldn't think you would need one. It is extremely durable. You will not be disappointed. Also, the additional reach is a huge plus. I carry on my back wading, it is about as long as you would want for wading. I had a smaller net and would lose a few fish when netting because I had to get them really close, not the case anymore. Haven't lost a fish with this net.

Q:

Does this net include the clear rubber or the black rubber net?

Answer: The "River Armor" series come with black rubber nets.

Answer: This is going to be black.

Q:

What country are these manufactured in?

Answer: While all design and development happens in Denver, CO, the actual manufacturing is done in China.

Answer: Colorado Usa

Q:

Will this net work with the summit sling pack?

Answer: Yes

Q:

Does anyone have experience w this net in Saltwater? Thx!!

Answer: I do not but I cannot imagine there would be any adverse affect from saltwater use. Carbon fiber frame and plastic netting.

Bretton : Durable (see review) and will hold any size trout you're likely to catch.

I've only had the Nomad Emerger net for a little over a year but I've fished with it about 80+ days over that time and definitely put it through it's paces. It's been with me and netted trout/bass in Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. It's helped me safely catch and release my personal best trout multiple times. The beauty of it is if there's anyone remotely close by you can flag them down while you use the net as a holding tank of sorts so you can get those hero fish shots and not hurt the fish while it revives in the water. I've had small 6" Brook trout and monster browns in the net and being able to keep the fish in the water while you remove the hook (instead of it slapping around on the rocks like I see a lot of folks doing) makes me feel like I'm doing my part to protect the resource and give someone else a chance to catch the same fish sometime later. It will hold pretty large trout/bass. A 26" trout or 7lb bass would probably start to push the limits of it's capabilities though. That said, those fish are far and few between (for me at least, as I've never caught a 26"+ trout/7lb+ bass but have come close and the net felt like it was close to maxing out).

As for the durability, the frame of the net is super tough and rigid. It does get scuffs and battle scars which is to be expected and gives the net character. It should last quite a while if you take care of it and don't run it over with your truck as I did. I had a lapse in judgment recently and forgot that I'd placed my Fishpond Thunderhead sling (with my net/fly boxes in it) next to the passenger side of my truck. Backed out of a parking spot and thought I was running over a rock and kept on going. Well the pack thankfully didn't explode but a few fly boxes did. The net had a big crack on both sides of the net ring but surprisingly still felt sturdy. I bent it a bit to test it and continued to catch fish with it for a few more days. Then as I was hiking a few days later it snagged on a tree branch and snapped, rendering it useless. Still, pretty good after being run over by a full sized truck. Snagging on tree branches is actually a fairly common thing that happens to me when I carry the net. I'm 6'3" and the net rides just above my head on my sling pack most of the time so I can reach back and grab it and while the frame failed because it had been run over (I wouldn't worry about the frame snapping like mine did), it's the net its self that takes more of a beating. If the net snags there's a decent chance that it'll break that link where it snagged. I've fished with a few guides and they all have the Nomad nets and their net baskets are so beat up that they only function for large fish, the small/medium sized ones slip through the holes easily. That said, replacing the basket itself is fairly cheap and after watching a video on how to replace it, reasonably easy.

All that said, after I broke the net I went and purchased an emergency replacement (cheap wood one with a short handle) to get me by on the rest of my fishing trip. I really missed the the reach,
feel, look and functionality of the Nomad Emerger net. I've purchased a second Emerger net now because I just can't go without it. Do yourself (and the fish) a favor and get one.

Bretton : Durable (see review) and will hold any size trout you're likely to catch.

I've only had the Nomad Emerger net for a little over a year but I've fished with it about 80+ days over that time and definitely put it through it's paces. It's been with me and netted trout/bass in Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. It's helped me safely catch and release my personal best trout multiple times. The beauty of it is if there's anyone remotely close by you can flag them down while you use the net as a holding tank of sorts so you can get those hero fish shots and not hurt the fish while it revives in the water. I've had small 6" Brook trout and monster browns in the net and being able to keep the fish in the water while you remove the hook (instead of it slapping around on the rocks like I see a lot of folks doing) makes me feel like I'm doing my part to protect the resource and give someone else a chance to catch the same fish sometime later. It will hold pretty large trout/bass. A 26" trout or 7lb bass would probably start to push the limits of it's capabilities though. That said, those fish are far and few between (for me at least, as I've never caught a 26"+ trout/7lb+ bass but have come close and the net felt like it was close to maxing out).

As for the durability, the frame of the net is super tough and rigid. It does get scuffs and battle scars which is to be expected and gives the net character. It should last quite a while if you take care of it and don't run it over with your truck as I did. I had a lapse in judgment recently and forgot that I'd placed my Fishpond Thunderhead sling (with my net/fly boxes in it) next to the passenger side of my truck. Backed out of a parking spot and thought I was running over a rock and kept on going. Well the pack thankfully didn't explode but a few fly boxes did. The net had a big crack on both sides of the net ring but surprisingly still felt sturdy. I bent it a bit to test it and continued to catch fish with it for a few more days. Then as I was hiking a few days later it snagged on a tree branch and snapped, rendering it useless. Still, pretty good after being run over by a full sized truck. Snagging on tree branches is actually a fairly common thing that happens to me when I carry the net. I'm 6'3" and the net rides just above my head on my sling pack most of the time so I can reach back and grab it and while the frame failed because it had been run over (I wouldn't worry about the frame snapping like mine did), it's the net its self that takes more of a beating. If the net snags there's a decent chance that it'll break that link where it snagged. I've fished with a few guides and they all have the Nomad nets and their net baskets are so beat up that they only function for large fish, the small/medium sized ones slip through the holes easily. That said, replacing the basket itself is fairly cheap and after watching a video on how to replace it, reasonably easy.

All that said, after I broke the net I went and purchased an emergency replacement (cheap wood one with a short handle) to get me by on the rest of my fishing trip. I really missed the the reach,
feel, look and functionality of the Nomad Emerger net. I've purchased a second Emerger net now because I just can't go without it. Do yourself (and the fish) a favor and get one.

Steven Tringali : Beautiful design. The length is just perfect for wading ...

This is such a well-built net. It is very lightweight for its size. Beautiful design. The length is just perfect for wading solo. It's about as long as I would want to hang on my back. Long enough for a good reach when bringing a fish to hand. Couldn't be happier.

Big DoG : Good reach, depth, sturdiness

This is my second Nomad Emerger, and the only reason it's my second one is because my last one fell out of my wading belt while I was fighting a large rainbow trout, which I had to grab like a bass. It floated away and is probably in the Gulf of Mexico now. Always been a fan of this net, the extra reach is helpful, will work in a boat, or when you are trying to net a fish for a buddy. If you do get into some truly large fish, the depth of the net captures them. I've had multiple two foot trout in there. Often times I've used this net as a big of a hiking stick when coming up steep banks, and yes, it's strong enough to do that. It IS expensive, but in my opinion worth the price. I think this is a net you could use for 5+ fishing seasons without repair.

L. Scott : Top notch

I bought this for my husband. He has been wanting this net for years. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable fly fisherman and if this is his go-to net, then that in itself should speak volumes.

Dixie Carter : Awesome net

My husband loves this net. We were wasting money buying the cheaper nets. Hopefully this one will last I'll let you know if it doesn't.

Anthony S. : Awesome

Pricey but worth every penny! Built well will last a long time super light.pairs well with my fishpond summit sling pack. Most of the time I forget I have it it's so light.

Bretton : Durable (see review) and will hold any size trout you're likely to catch.

I've only had the Nomad Emerger net for a little over a year but I've fished with it about 80+ days over that time and definitely put it through it's paces. It's been with me and netted trout/bass in Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. It's helped me safely catch and release my personal best trout multiple times. The beauty of it is if there's anyone remotely close by you can flag them down while you use the net as a holding tank of sorts so you can get those hero fish shots and not hurt the fish while it revives in the water. I've had small 6" Brook trout and monster browns in the net and being able to keep the fish in the water while you remove the hook (instead of it slapping around on the rocks like I see a lot of folks doing) makes me feel like I'm doing my part to protect the resource and give someone else a chance to catch the same fish sometime later. It will hold pretty large trout/bass. A 26" trout or 7lb bass would probably start to push the limits of it's capabilities though. That said, those fish are far and few between (for me at least, as I've never caught a 26"+ trout/7lb+ bass but have come close and the net felt like it was close to maxing out).

As for the durability, the frame of the net is super tough and rigid. It does get scuffs and battle scars which is to be expected and gives the net character. It should last quite a while if you take care of it and don't run it over with your truck as I did. I had a lapse in judgment recently and forgot that I'd placed my Fishpond Thunderhead sling (with my net/fly boxes in it) next to the passenger side of my truck. Backed out of a parking spot and thought I was running over a rock and kept on going. Well the pack thankfully didn't explode but a few fly boxes did. The net had a big crack on both sides of the net ring but surprisingly still felt sturdy. I bent it a bit to test it and continued to catch fish with it for a few more days. Then as I was hiking a few days later it snagged on a tree branch and snapped, rendering it useless. Still, pretty good after being run over by a full sized truck. Snagging on tree branches is actually a fairly common thing that happens to me when I carry the net. I'm 6'3" and the net rides just above my head on my sling pack most of the time so I can reach back and grab it and while the frame failed because it had been run over (I wouldn't worry about the frame snapping like mine did), it's the net its self that takes more of a beating. If the net snags there's a decent chance that it'll break that link where it snagged. I've fished with a few guides and they all have the Nomad nets and their net baskets are so beat up that they only function for large fish, the small/medium sized ones slip through the holes easily. That said, replacing the basket itself is fairly cheap and after watching a video on how to replace it, reasonably easy.

All that said, after I broke the net I went and purchased an emergency replacement (cheap wood one with a short handle) to get me by on the rest of my fishing trip. I really missed the the reach,
feel, look and functionality of the Nomad Emerger net. I've purchased a second Emerger net now because I just can't go without it. Do yourself (and the fish) a favor and get one.

Rudy Lazard : Perfect fit

Everything...

Bretton : Durable (see review) and will hold any size trout you're likely to catch.

I've only had the Nomad Emerger net for a little over a year but I've fished with it about 80+ days over that time and definitely put it through it's paces. It's been with me and netted trout/bass in Arizona, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. It's helped me safely catch and release my personal best trout multiple times. The beauty of it is if there's anyone remotely close by you can flag them down while you use the net as a holding tank of sorts so you can get those hero fish shots and not hurt the fish while it revives in the water. I've had small 6" Brook trout and monster browns in the net and being able to keep the fish in the water while you remove the hook (instead of it slapping around on the rocks like I see a lot of folks doing) makes me feel like I'm doing my part to protect the resource and give someone else a chance to catch the same fish sometime later. It will hold pretty large trout/bass. A 26" trout or 7lb bass would probably start to push the limits of it's capabilities though. That said, those fish are far and few between (for me at least, as I've never caught a 26"+ trout/7lb+ bass but have come close and the net felt like it was close to maxing out).

As for the durability, the frame of the net is super tough and rigid. It does get scuffs and battle scars which is to be expected and gives the net character. It should last quite a while if you take care of it and don't run it over with your truck as I did. I had a lapse in judgment recently and forgot that I'd placed my Fishpond Thunderhead sling (with my net/fly boxes in it) next to the passenger side of my truck. Backed out of a parking spot and thought I was running over a rock and kept on going. Well the pack thankfully didn't explode but a few fly boxes did. The net had a big crack on both sides of the net ring but surprisingly still felt sturdy. I bent it a bit to test it and continued to catch fish with it for a few more days. Then as I was hiking a few days later it snagged on a tree branch and snapped, rendering it useless. Still, pretty good after being run over by a full sized truck. Snagging on tree branches is actually a fairly common thing that happens to me when I carry the net. I'm 6'3" and the net rides just above my head on my sling pack most of the time so I can reach back and grab it and while the frame failed because it had been run over (I wouldn't worry about the frame snapping like mine did), it's the net its self that takes more of a beating. If the net snags there's a decent chance that it'll break that link where it snagged. I've fished with a few guides and they all have the Nomad nets and their net baskets are so beat up that they only function for large fish, the small/medium sized ones slip through the holes easily. That said, replacing the basket itself is fairly cheap and after watching a video on how to replace it, reasonably easy.

All that said, after I broke the net I went and purchased an emergency replacement (cheap wood one with a short handle) to get me by on the rest of my fishing trip. I really missed the the reach,
feel, look and functionality of the Nomad Emerger net. I've purchased a second Emerger net now because I just can't go without it. Do yourself (and the fish) a favor and get one.

AA : good value for money

The hoop shape is a really good design for smaller fish like stream trout or bluegill, but it is also big/strong enough to enjoyably and safely handle a 36 inch carp (tested).

It is light and the overall shape is very portable -- I like having a useful sized net without dragging a huge round hoop through the brush. It was obviously designed from the ground up by/for serious fishermen that pack in their gear.

Great design and quality materials, one of my favorite fishing items.

ColoMattR : Nice net

Light weight and hopefully durable. The extra reach is great!

Colin T Forkin : Quality net

Excellent net!

Warner33 : Quality

It looks amazing. I also purchased the end cap which makes it useful as a wading staff in a pinch. Great quality as always from Fishpond.

Kevin W. : Five Stars

great item

Rudy Lazard : Perfect fit

Everything...

JDK : Great net! Excellent Quality but Overpriced.

Great net, lightweight, sturdy - great all round net for everything but the biggest fish. Excellent quality - and it better be given the price! Got what I paid top notch for ...

Tindall Knives : Great net

Ultra light, works great! Love the net!
The net has proven to be durable. I’ve been fishing a beaver pond a lot for Brook trout and setting the net down on the pile of sticks it tends to get snagged every once and a while but holds up well to hard use!

FishPond Nomad Emerger Net review and price compare 2025

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Questions about FishPond Nomad Emerger Net

is the Emerger a midlength net?

What are the dimensions of this net? overall length? width? net length? depth of net?

How hard is it to get out of a pack

Is there an advantage to a black net vs clear?

Any sort of warranty?

Does this net include the clear rubber or the black rubber net?

What country are these manufactured in?

Will this net work with the summit sling pack?

Does anyone have experience w this net in Saltwater? Thx!!

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