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Beware the Gaff!

August 1, 2013August 1, 2013 by Sean Lange

NEWSBREAK DSBC —MARCH 18th Hi All, Been a while since I last put pen to paper—-so here goes A gaff is a lethal bit of angling equipment. What follows is sent to us by Eric Cotton who is one of our esteemed members. The story is actually written by Ian Wilmot who came so close … Read more

Shark finning in Tofinho! Video…

July 31, 2013 by Sean Lange

in from Lobo Malate of Tofo. Another cruel thing happening because of the Chinese demand for African Animals. This magnificent bull shark was finned while still alive at the famous tourist destination Praia do Tofo in Mozambique.

Noel Perch

July 27, 2013 by Sean Lange

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

Pat Murray on the comeback!

July 23, 2013July 22, 2013 by Sean Lange

After years of absence, Pat Murray finally makes an appearance on the good ship Umzimkulu and bags his first rock salmon of the season. Easy release…and we just started…

Dawn Patrol on the South Coast

July 23, 2013July 21, 2013 by Sean Lange

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