Fishingbuddy

When targeting bass the first fly I think of tying on is a popper of some sort. I prefer those hard bodied poppers in black, green or white. Or a flipper or basically any large surface fly. Bass will just about eat anything. Flies such as water dogs, Dahlberg divers and water snakes work well. [...]

What tackle setup do you guys use when targeting bass? Post your setup here. I use a 5wt with a wf line for all my freshwater fishing simply because thats what I have, so I make do with it. I just alter my leader setup to match where I’m fishing. For bass I keep my [...]

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What area along South Africas coast boasts the best shark fishing experience and why you think so?

What is the best way to remove a hook lodged deeply into your skin? Maybe in your head, a finger or worse your lips or tongue. Here are 2 techniques I’ve seen: If the hook is in right past the barb but not sticking through and out the skin again you will need to push [...]

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