Recent content by Arno Nel

Hi All. I am considering getting another rod to add to my collection. Something that can be used to target smaller edibles line hotties, small kobbies and galjoen in the 3-5oz range to pair with a saragosa 8000. What options do you think I should look at. Lets see what you all have to say...

Hi All. I see that HMP has now manufactured a hollow core braid. If memory serves me right it is available in 100lb, 150lb and 200lb. Now we can splice our mainline to our leader and retain 100% knot strength. Has anybody used it? Now I must just get some and fit my new leaders to my reels

Hi all Which one off the 2 do you prefer and why: Egg shape grapnel Vs. Torpedo shape grapnel

Hi all Who off you had Braam Nel of JBay build you a custom rod

Hi all Who is the best to use for transport company to use when purchasing 1 piece rods and what is the going rate Thanks

Hi all. What custom rod option would you choose for fishing with a grinder and why. DC oval 6-9oz 100/50/450 ss 80/50/450 kevlar Pheonix H Important factor for me is a siff but section.

What is the best way to spool your grinder with braid and to ensure that it is packed tight. What is your input

What modifications must be done to a rod that is setup for a multiplier and you want to use it with a grinder. Would you still be able to use a multiplier on it if it has been converted/modified. I have 2 rods that I am considering on changing. A Posiedon Hmg meduim 14" 5-7 oz and a BM 430/6...

How clo clos are these reels in capacity wise when loaded with 50lb braid backing and 50lb mainline. How do these reels compare to each other. What are your thoughts behind these reels. Application is for non edible shore fishing

What is the big difference between jdb 8 strand casting braid And jdb 8 strand extreme casting braid. As per my research up to now the diameters are the same but as per the info on the spool the extreme has a coating on. Not much of a price difference between the 2. What is the benefit if any...

Hi What is th diameter of the HMP 8 strand ultra thin casting braid. Who in Port Elizabeth area would be able to assist

As per the topic and comparing these reels and not limited to these reel, waht do uou think and how do they they compare. Please add additional reels that you think fiits in. Rod choices are 5-7oz and 6-80z Lets say, 50lb backing and the loaded with 40lb topshot. Whar amount off backing and...

Does anyone have news on when the Okuma Metaloid spinning reels would be availble in SA

What grinder and braid would you pair up with a 14'6 rod casting range 6-8oz. Rod options 1. Customized Okuma Metaloid 14'6 6-8oz 2. Customized DC oval 14" 7-9oz 3. Customized kevlar 80-50-430 Casting to be done with a casting aid. Target species will be non edibles

Hi all. I want to start surf fishing with circle hooks and would appreciate all possible advice and pointers. I have been doing research on the net and it seems that the dingle dangle is the best route and the snell knot s the best way of tying on you hook. Limited amount of info and pictures...