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My Session at Lepelkop 2 – Vaaldam (31 Oct – 1 Nov) Donavan Dreyer What an awesome weekend session at Lepelkop 2 on the Vaaldam! The conditions were just right, and I managed to land 7 carp during my stay. I didn’t weigh the fish this time — it was all about enjoying the action,…
Non-Stop Action — Every Magic Bait Hit the Mark! Jerome “Whitey” Voigt Sunday morning, 5 a.m., I was up and ready — rods packed, cooler filled, and the sunrise just breaking over Kimberley. I made my way out to Riverton Pleasure Resort, about 30 km north of town near Barkly West, right on the beautiful…
Carp Mayhem in Perth, Australia with Black Magic Dip Arthur Wade, Carp O’licious – Australia What a day it turned out to be! Saturday’s club comp here in Perth, WA had everything lined up perfectly — a soft spring breeze, warm water, and that kind of stillness that just feels fishy. I decided it was…
“Why HEP Is Now My Secret Weapon” Juandre Harmse I couldn’t shake the feeling that I needed to be next to the river this past weekend. So my family and I decided to pack up and spend a few relaxing days camping and fishing at Riverlake on the Vaal River. This time, I had my…
Baas Ben and My Big Catch Shayne Pelser I was inspired reading the article that Dylan Cloete wrote about the Magic Baits Baas Ben product — it really got me fired up to get on the water and give it a go myself. What an unforgettable day at Muilspruit Dam! During an evening session, I…
5 Easy Tips to catch carp at the Vaalriver Fanie Oosthuizen 1. Find the Right Spot When fishing the Vaal River, you don’t have to cast to the middle. Carp prefer areas with structure—places that give them both food and protection. I always look for: Drop-offs where the riverbed suddenly gets deeper. Weed edges where…
Truly Extraordinary Magic Moment Harry Ontong Voicenote from Harry Ontong That was truly extraordinary! We fished Nationals at Biermans, Vaaldam. I clipped in at 115 meters since there wasn’t much activity happening closer in. I used Carma Floaties with Sweet White Dough with Vrm, Gta, and Swiss on the feed ball. I just turned my…
Appreciation letter received in our Facebook inbox, from Goolam Sathar 🎣 Goolam Sathar I just wanted to send a quick message of appreciation. I’ve been using Magic Baits for about eight months now, and I must say — it really, really works for me! Over this time, I’ve been catching carp consistently in the 3…
Some might call this overkill, I call it adding the edge!! Dylan Cloete Some might consider it excessive — but I see it as a serious advantage! When it comes to carp fishing, few baits can rival hempseed. Carp absolutely love it — not only for its natural oils, crunchy texture, and nutty aroma, but…
Achieve a double goal by adding HNV to particles Dylan Cloete Using particles for carp fishing has always been part of my approach, but over the years I’ve realised that it’s not just about attraction — it’s about nutrition. As anglers, we have a responsibility to feed fish with purpose, ensuring that what we introduce…
The Black Beauty of the Vaal Fanie Oosthuizen The Vaal River just outside Parys has always been one of my favourite fishing destinations. There’s something magical about the slow, steady flow of that river — it’s unpredictable, full of surprises, and every time the reel starts to run slowly and the line tightens, your heart…
Johan Nell I decided to join the Outcast Club competition on Saturday, even though I had never fished at this private dam between Brandfort and Verkeerdevlei before. With no real plan in mind, I just wanted to enjoy the day and see what happens. The morning started off calm with a light breeze — perfect…
How a windy Free State weekend turned into a memorable fishing adventure. Quentin Thuysman On the weekend of the 3rd and 4th of October 2025, I joined my good friends Frans de Friend and young MG van Niekerk for a social fishing trip at Aprilskraal Fishing Resort, tucked away in the Hammonia district of the…
My SAPS Nationals Journey Jan Visser On Sunday, 12 October, I left Hendrina for Mihanzi, Vaaldam, near Oranjeville, where we would stay for the week and fish at Biermans. I was determined to do well in the Disabled division — and naturally, my tackle box was loaded only with Magic Baits products. “When I arrived…
“Proof That Not All Fish Spawn Together” Arno Van Der Merwe On the 9th of October 2025, I set off for Flora Country Ranch Adventures in Evander, owned by Peet Hattingh. My fishing partner for the day was Chillinky Naidoo, and as we arrived, the first thing we noticed was plenty of carp thrashing in…
The Catch During Spawning Dylan Cloete Last Friday night, I headed out for a quick session by the river — just a relaxed evening under the stars, not expecting much. As soon as we arrived, we noticed the carp were in full spawning mode. The water was alive with movement, and I knew that usually…
Friendly Overnight Challenge – Wilgerivier, Harrismith Mpho Mofokeng The long-awaited weekend had finally arrived — 11 October 2025 — and the conditions couldn’t have been better. Clear skies, calm water, and that unmistakable sense of excitement that only a fishing weekend brings. My buddies and I had been planning this friendly overnight challenge for weeks,…
“How Vampire Bleeding Floaties Landed Me a River Monster” Shayne Pelser It was a sunny day by the water at Muilspruit Dam. I set up my rods with a small bottle of Magic Baits Vampire Floaties beside me. I knew the catfish in that dam loved that scent, and with high expectations, I cast my…
Central Gauteng U19A Junior Team Strikes Gold at Junior All Transvaals. Michael Cato Flamingo Bay, Vaaldam, 20 September 2025 – Central Gauteng’s U19A Junior Team delivered an outstanding performance at the Junior All Vaal competition, securing first place overall and proudly bringing home the gold medal. Among the standout performers was Renaldo Nel, who contributed…
Exploring Kareepan Dam for the First Time Gerrit van der Schyff On Sunday, 21 September 2025, I had the privilege of fishing at a completely new venue for me—Kareepan Dam. As always, my day started with preparing my feed. I added a dash of Magic Baits Cypri Liquid Carp Food Feed Booster to the maize…