The North Coast continued its strong run. Snoek were plentiful, with better-quality fish coming from slightly deeper water.
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Anglers who put in the time over the weekend were well rewarded. Glassy seas and ideal conditions set the stage for an outstanding few days on the water, coinciding perfectly with several competitions along the coastline. Those who answered the call found consistent action and quality fish, proving that the pre-weekend predictions were spot on.
Pelagic species dominated the catches. Snoek, couta, dorado and tuna all featured prominently, with success hinging far more on approach than pure chance. While lure colour always sparks debate, the most consistent results came from anglers who focused on speed control, depth management and clean presentation. Keeping lures working effectively in the strike zone made all the difference.
The North Coast continued its strong run. Snoek were plentiful, with better-quality fish coming from slightly deeper water. Those willing to push out were rewarded, and the action was spiced up by couta and tuna moving through the area. Dorado appeared along the colour lines, tuna remained active, and there was always the sense that a bigger bite was a real possibility.
Durban proved more inconsistent, but methodical anglers still found success, particularly on snoek. Smaller fish were common, yet quality specimens were available to those who fished patiently and presented baits correctly.
Further south, the fishing lived up to its tougher reputation. This zone demanded strong tackle, reliable knots and a disciplined approach. Mistakes were quickly exposed, leaving little margin for error.
All in all, the long weekend confirmed what the build-up suggested: the coast is alive, the seasonal shift is underway, and fishing has moved into a highly productive phase. For anglers paying attention to conditions and committing the effort, the rewards were clear — and all signs point to even better fishing ahead.
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