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Paindane Challenge
 


 
Dates are the 2nd to 8th May 2010.
Paindane 2010 challenge is not only an event but an awesome experience for everyone to enjoy! Proudly organised by the Umgeni Kayak Fishing Club.

The Pandaine challenge 2010 is back and even better for everyone to enjoy.Over the years this event continues to grow and if current interest is  a good indicator then I am sure this year will be no different.

2010 is a big year for Africa  as we all know and this years challenge is sure to follow in the footsteps. A lot more emphasis is being placed on making the challenge more fun and definitely more social.Loads of prizes are in store this year with the inclusion of great prizes for the  5 main species as well as the ultimate species challenge.loads of lucky draws. Sealed weight prizes and much much more.


On Sunday the 2nd of May there will be  a late afternoon shipwreck welcoming party and little fun for everyone. Open to all kayak and Jet Ski fisherman the festival  is without a doubt the pinnacle of all challenges whether it is for kayak fisherman or Jet Ski fisherman…the best of the best will be there…

Supported by only the best of the best Brands like Stealth kayak fishing ,Garmin,Oakley ,Yamaha,Konica Minolta and more the prizes are HUGE and the atmosphere amazing.With prizes to the value of nearly R200 000-00 there is always something for everyone…daily lucky draws ,catch of the day,mystery prizes, sponsors prizes and more….. Don’t despair we will still have the coveted “dick “of the day trophy The Complete accommodation packages which include meals, goodie bags and competition entry are very affordable and  a bargain for such an amazing experience…

The entries are limited so don’t delay book your piece of fishing paradise today…
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Umhlanga challenge


Competition is a biggest game fish competition. Excluding billfish. It is open to all kayak and Jet Ski fisherman.

Registration and weigh in is at the Umhlanga ski boat club only…Registration is on Friday the 19th of March. Prize giving is on Sunday the 21st of March.
Fishing dates are March 20th and 21st 2010 with 22nd a reserve day in case of bad weather.22nd is a public holiday.

Launching times are first light. Weigh closes at 6 pm on Saturday and 3pm on Sunday. Boundaries are from Zinkwazi in the north to port Shepstone in the south…it is compulsory to use the SMS system to record your launches, beaches and catches. No SMs no prizes….

As long as the angler and catch are present at the weigh in before these times catches will be recorded….No catches submitted after these times will be recorded…
The competition is a one fish one prize comp which means one fish can only win one prize as per the organiser’s discretion
There are prizes for the following categories.

Top 15 biggest fish

Biggest fish on a kayak
Biggest fish on a jet ski
Biggest couta
Biggest snoek
Biggest kingfish (release only)
Biggest tuna
Biggest other
Top junior
Top lady angler
First recorded released billfish.

There is a catch and release system which will work by means of digital photo evidence only…this will be discussed at the briefing. This works for the kingfish species only.
There are various lucky draw prizes and giveaways including some kayaks and trips to Mozambique.

 


 

7th NH FARM DAMS
BASS COMPETITION

Enter Early - R90.00/Angler R60.00/Junior Registration from 05h30 at Torwoodlea Farm Dam, New Hanover
13 March ‘10 , 15 stocked dams . Free T’shirt with pre entries by 28 Feb Pre-registration www.newhanover.co.za

Jurgen 082 785 8166/086 694 6748

Cliff 082 880 7088/033 5011524

CLICK HERE to view poster.


 
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