Riders Sports

12/06/2026

⚠️ Early Closing Today ⚠️

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Riders Sports will be closing at 4:00pm today (Friday 12th June).

We will be back open tomorrow from 8:30am as usual.

Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

11/06/2026

Here at Riders Sports we're proud to be a family owned local business, and we love seeing other small businesses back themselves and succeed.

That's why we're stoked to be the new Far North stockist of Swordie Boots by Ocean Obsessed.

Designed in the Far North by fishermen who know exactly what it's like spending long days on the water, these boots have quickly built a reputation amongst serious anglers, charter crews and boating enthusiasts around New Zealand.

But they're not just for the boat. Whether you're rock fishing, surfcasting, launching the kontiki, gathering a feed off the rocks or spending the day on a wet deck, these boots are built to keep you comfortable, safe and sure footed.

✔ Non-slip, non-marking sole
✔ Steel toe protection
✔ Neoprene lined for warmth and comfort
✔ Lightweight design
✔ Built by fishos, for fishos

At $179.99 they're not the cheapest boot on the shelf and they're not trying to be.

This is a premium product and the quality is reflected in the price. If you spend a lot of time fishing, you'll appreciate the difference.

We're proud to support another Far North business and are excited to bring Swordie Boots to our customers.

Come in, try a pair on and see what all the fuss is about.

09/06/2026

🎣 Got your Snapper Bonanza ticket?

A lot of fishos found out the hard way this year that waiting until Bonanza week to buy BOS sinkers wasn't the best plan.

We sold out.

If BOS Breakout HD Sinkers are part of your setup, get them now while stock is here and avoid missing out when it matters most.

Available in-store and online at

Built for tough surf and big casts,  BOS Breakout HD Sinkers are designed to bite hard and hold fast . The heavy duty breakout wires dig in on the cast, keeping your bait exactly where you want it in strong current and rough conditions. When it’s time to wind in, the wires release smoothly for an...

08/06/2026

FINAL DAY TOMORROW – 25% OFF SURF RODS & READY-TO-GO COMBOS
Tuesday 9th June is your last chance to save 25% on all surf rods and ready-to-go surfcasting combos.
We've still got plenty of stock available across a range of brands and price points, whether you're looking for your first surf rod or upgrading your current setup.
✔ 25% off surf rods
✔ 25% off ready-to-go combos
✔ In-store only
✔ No holds
Sale ends when we close tomorrow.
📍 Riders Sports, Kaitaia
📞 (09) 408 0240
Get in, have a look through the range, and grab yourself a deal before the sale wraps up. 🎣

05/06/2026

🎣 4 MORE SLEEPS!
Snapper Bonanza 2027 Tickets Go On Sale This Saturday!

🗓️ Saturday 6th June, 9am - head to www.snapperbonanza.co.nz to grab your tickets for the 2027 Gallagher Insurance New Zealand 90 Mile Beach Snapper Bonanza.

🎟️ Tickets are $375 each and you can buy up to 4 in one transaction.

Important updates to streamline things this year:

💳 Credit or debit card. Payments go through PayPal, but you don’t need a PayPal account. Just click the red-highlighted tab to pay as a guest. (See image below)
You will receive a PAYPAL confirmation email 1st, then you will receive your confirmation email from us (Snapper Bonanza) in 1-3hrs. We're doing it this way to avoid any "jams".

⏳ If tickets sell out, we’ll activate a WAITING LIST on the website. You’ll be able to add yourself (and your crew) there.

📸 After your ticket is processed (5-10 working days), you’ll receive an email with your ticket file, asking you to upload a photo.
Please ensure it’s a head-and-shoulders shot of just the angler — no sunglasses (hats are fine), no fish, no other people please.

📍 Team Tickets - register your team (up to 4 per team) at Snapper HQ on the registration days. Each team member MUST hold an individual ticket.

👕 Shirts, singlets, fleeces & calendars - available for purchase during Bonanza week.

04/06/2026

🎣 SURF SALE – 3 DAYS ONLY! 🎣
25% OFF ALL SURF RODS & READY-TO-GO COMBOS

This is the biggest surfcasting deal we've run.

✅ 25% OFF all surf rods
✅ 25% OFF all ready-to-go surfcasting combos
❌ No mixing and matching rods and reels to create combos
❌ No holds
❌ No account charges

SALE DATES

📅 Friday 5 June
📅 Saturday 6 June
📅 Tuesday 9 June

Three days only. When the doors close Tuesday, the sale ends.

📍 Riders Sports Kaitaia
📞 (09) 408 0240

Get in store early for the best selection. We've got options from entry-level beach fishing outfits right through to premium surfcasting gear. 🎣🔥

02/06/2026

Tickets on sale this Saturday! See Snapper Bonanza page for all the details!

26/05/2026

Its that time again - Fresh Mullet just arrived in store.
$20 per twin pack.

20/05/2026

BAIT’S HERE 👀

Fresh mullet back in stock — caught today and looking good.

We’ve also got fresh trevally in store to trial for the first time. Limited quantities available, so keen to see what the local fishos reckon.

Both available now in store — first in, best dressed.

15/05/2026

Wild Kai Legends WBS comp is back! Tickets will be onsale at Riders from Tuesday 19th May!

📣🎟️ Tickets go on sale Monday 18th May!!

Tickets can be purchased from:
• Te Kao Store
• Riders Kaitaia
• Online – for those living outside the area (Please contact the organisers)

🔥 EARLY BIRD DRAW 🔥
Purchase your tickets before the 1st July to go in the draw to win $200 CASH! 💸

🎁 All ticket sales go back into spot prizes — the more tickets sold, the more prizes up for grabs! 🙌

Get in quick — don’t miss out! 🙌