Rock and surf fishing is one of the most widely practised and enjoyed sports in South Africa. Anyone, form the novice to the expert, can experience the thrill of pulling in the big one.

This long overdue guide to rock and surf fishing in South Africa provides anglers with a wealth of information on how to fish successfully, and where to fish to encourage that success. To enable the expectant angler to cast his line into the sea with a surer hand, the author includes everything from advice on the weather and water conditions to preparing your catch for the table . The author also provides useful tips on: tackle and equipment; knots and traces; fishing for bait fish; fishing for rock fish; fishing the surf zone; ground bait fishing; spinning; live bait fishing; night fishing; playing and gaffing the fish.

A list of twenty famous fishing spots in South Africa completes the guide.