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 | Dec 22, 2025 | FG Tackle
Fishing is more than just a hobby in South Africa—it’s a lifestyle embraced by anglers across the coastline, rivers, dams, and offshore waters. Having the right equipment can make all the difference between a frustrating trip and a rewarding catch. That’s where FG...
by Graeme Forrer | Oct 8, 2025 | FG Tackle
FG Tackle – Your Trusted Fishing Tackle Shop in the Western Cape and Across South Africa If you love fishing in South Africa, you know how important it is to have the right gear by your side. At FG Tackle, we’re proud to be your go-to fishing tackle shop in the...
