by Graeme Forrer | May 25, 2026 | FG Tackle, Fishing Tackle, Fishing Tips
Picking the right rod is both scary and exciting. Get it wrong, and it’s not exactly something you can always return. Get it right, and it can be the absolute game-changer that suits your style of fishing, brings comfort and joy to your excursions, or maybe steps you...
by Graeme Forrer | Mar 26, 2026 | FG Tackle, Fishing Accessories, Fishing Equipment South Africa, Fishing Tackle, Fishing Tips, Saltwater Fishing
The Cape Yellowtail (Seriola lalandi), known locally as the Geelstert, is arguably Cape Town’s strongest pound-for-pound fighting fish. These green-backed torpedoes are basically pure muscle. Whether they are boiling on the surface or making you work for a pull, they...
by Graeme Forrer | Feb 24, 2026 | FG Tackle, Fishing Accessories, Fishing Tackle, Fishing Tips, Saltwater Fishing
Look for galjoen in foamy white water created by winter winds. Target scoured holes and reef edges where black mussels have washed out (these are usually active feeding zones.) Rocky reefs with mixed sand and rock provide ideal habitat. Galjoen like areas with good...
by Graeme Forrer | Feb 23, 2026 | Fishing Accessories, Fishing Equipment South Africa, Fishing Tackle, Fishing Tips, Saltwater Fishing
A great spinning reel can be the make or break when landing your catch and losing it. Quality fishing gear must withstand constant moisture, salt spray and abrasive sand while delivering reliable performance. So, let’s take a look at what rods and reels you should...
by Graeme Forrer | Jan 16, 2026 | Fishing Accessories
Fishing in South Africa offers an incredible variety, from powerful saltwater species along the coastline to exciting freshwater fishing in dams, rivers, and lakes. No matter where you fish, using the right equipment plays a major role in your success. At FG Tackle,...
