Noel Perch

Noel Labuschagne was our guest on the Umzimkulu River last night – in the first 10 minutes he took this nice perch…duly released. It was a bit slow but with the odd bat and otter to entertain us…and a braai on the bow of the boat…it was good fishing nonetheless. Rumours of the odd geelbek … Read more

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Garrick!

Surfing at Mfazazana, on the lower south coast, today, I was privileged enough to see 5 garrick careening down a wave my friend Craig was paddling for. They were big fish and looking rather excited – the entire session was peppered with fleeing baitfish and chases. So, to mark the start of the garrick season…a … Read more

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Dawn Patrol on the South Coast

Early low tides have surfers up and down the coast racing the sun and the easterlies. The waves were 8 to 10ft yesterday and nicely formed, making for some crazy paddle outs and good rides. Still no sardines north of the Transkei but the fishing is on the up as conditions get back to normal … Read more

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MYDO Fishing Lures available again…

MYDO Fishing Lures available again The revolutionary range of MYDO Baitswimmers are now available again. Invented in the 80’s by award winning designer, Brian Davey…click this link to go straight into the catalogue…https://thesardine.co.za/mydo-lures/ If your local tackle shop does not yet stock the MYDO, contact me on umzimkulu@gmail.com to make a plan. Pictured below is … Read more

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