Recent cold front puts chills on angling success

THE recent cold front certainly impacted the quality and number of fish coming out along the north coast over the past week, but the good news is that with summer conditions starting up, the angling fraternity will definitely reap the benefits.

Deep sea fishermen have filled their hatches with dorado not able to resist trolled skirted lures.

ALSO READ: Anxious family seeks missing woman

The black/red skirted Kona-type lures have been the predominant choice for these species.

Guys working the Richards Bay waters were rewarded with decent catches of game and bottom fish.

Targeted areas have been ‘areas of change’.

For example, look for sudden changes in depth, clarity or current and this should hold bait fish which will, in turn, attract the predators.

The rock and surf fraternity was affected more by the wacky weather conditions, but as the summer conditions roll in, anglers know that drag-peeling action will be on the cards.

Guys getting hot action have been the drone anglers, who have the added benefit of getting their larger baits into the deep waters.

Areas around Tugela have produced some good combination fishing, with anglers able to target both edibles and inedibles.

HAVE YOUR SAY Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter.

For news straight to your phone invite us:

WhatsApp – 060 784 2695

Instagram – zululand_observer