Good fishing at Inanda Dam
Carp
Carp fishing in KZN has been decent over the last week and weekend with the exception of Albert Falls which had many bass anglers fishing the Classic, making it a bit tough for carp anglers to do their thing. Shongweni Dam has been fishing well and has seen a fair number of carp being landed primarily off the margins using very small hook baits. A swim of very fine particles has been the approach for many as well. Smaller Tigernuts were the preferred bait for most, with Boilies taking top spot for the larger fish which have been coming to the net consistently. For those who would prefer quantity over quality, Tigernuts are definitely the way to go. Many anglers prefer sweeter or berry flavoured Tigernuts at Shongweni, some if which are the jumbo type. Being boiled for an hour in a mixture of water and brown sugar, the tops are cut off and allowed to soak in the angler’s favourite flavour. Colourants and flavours can be bought from any tackle store, but remember the more expensive, quality options such as Korda Goo will be more effective and last longer than most. Inanda fished well too, seeing quite a bit of surface activity at around midday. Spots closer to the river mouth produces some fine carp towards the end of the week on Boilies and Tigernuts. The barbel were making their presence known during the week, which caused many of the anglers to pack up in frustration. Those who sat through the punishment with smaller hook baits managed to come out on top.
Bass
The Albert Falls Bass Classic has just taken place at one of our country's most beautiful dams. Albert Falls Dam once again proved to us what it is capable of, producing some serious catches even under heavy tournament pressure. The winning fish was caught by Barry Blunt and weighed in at an impressive 5.3kg. Second place was not too far behind at 4.8kg, which made for exciting times. All in all the Classic was a great success and has had many anglers find their love again for Albert Falls after so many years. This beautiful dam has the world to offer to bass anglers. Huge fish, safety and tranquility - it is the ideal spot to go camping for the weekend and take the family along for a fishing trip. Inanda seemed barren of bass anglers over the weekend, but still managed to pull a rabbit out of the hat and showcase a fish of 4.6kg caught late one evening off Duzi Point just to the left of the campsite. Many anglers have been fishing the shallows in attempt of catching a few early spawning fish and have done well. The new range of McArthy fresh water plastics is now available and is doing extremely well. These baits are available in Paddletail/Spanky style baits, Senko style baits, Frog Style baits and also Fluke style baits. Made from the best quality plastic and moulded to perfection, these baits are the best value for money available in the market to date.
On 1 August The Kingfisher started their annual Biggest Shad Competition. This year it will be run over a two-month period, August and September, with three prizes each month. The heaviest shad for each month will receive a Daiwa SL 50SHK Reel, valued at R1625, the second heaviest shad will receive a 13’6” Kingfisher Coastline Medium, three-piece, 4-6oz Graphite Rod, valued at R1145 and third heaviest shad will receive a Daiwa AG 6000 Reel valued at R598. Please note that all shad (fresh) must be weighed at either, The Kingfisher, 53 Hunter Street or Tackle Centre, Old Fort Road or The Fishing Tackle Shop, Warner Beach during trading hours.
Please remember there is a bag limit of four and the minimum size is 30cm and that the season closes 30 September and re-opens 1 December 2015.
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