Local Fishing Brands

1 Bait Co is a South African bass bait brand based in Roodepoort, focused on soft plastic lures made for local angling conditions. The brand positions itself around providing premium-quality soft plastics for South African anglers, with a wide colour selection and products aimed at bass fishing. 1 Bait Co is a useful local brand for anglers looking for soft plastics designed around South African waters and bass fishing styles.

Big Fish Stands designs and manufactures durable, practical fishing stands and accessories for South African freshwater anglers. Built for strength, stability, and convenience, Big Fish products are made to handle demanding fishing conditions while keeping tackle organised and accessible. From pegsets and tripod stands to A-frame stands and accessories, every product is engineered with functionality, portability, and reliability in mind. Proudly made in South Africa, Big Fish Stands combines rugged construction with smart features trusted by serious anglers on the bank.

Where rugged landscapes meet tranquil waters. Join us on our journey across South Africa's hidden gems — from freshwater dams to salty seas, WE DO IT ALL. Founded by Ruben Scott, SAZA (previously ScottishAdventuresZA) represents a community of anglers and adventurers who chase moments, not just catches. SAZA is a South African fishing and outdoor lifestyle brand built for people who'd rather be outside than anywhere else.

Champion Dips is a South African bait brand focused on freshwater angling products such as dips, attractants, floats, mielies and powders. The brand is commonly found through local tackle shops and is used by anglers who enjoy experimenting with different bait flavours and combinations. Champion Dips fits strongly into the South African papgooi and bank angling space, offering bait products suited to local freshwater fishing conditions...

DB Baits South Africa is a Pretoria-based carp bait brand focused on locally manufactured bait products. Their range includes boilies, ground feed and other carp bait products aimed at specimen and carp anglers. DB Baits South Africa offers local anglers another option for serious carp bait without relying only on imported brands, making it relevant for anglers who want quality bait made for the South African market.

Escape Boating is a Leisure business in Benoni established in 1991. It is owned and run by the Barker family . We manufacture the “Crackleback” and “Escape” Range of boats for the local and export markets. We are also a proud Mercury dealer. We have a service department with fully trained technicians. Safety surveying is done on the premises (cof and buoyancy certificates). We stock accessories, boat and engine spares, fish finders, watersport and boating equipment, bass tackle and outdoor clothing. Also proud to have a full Promotions Department in-house. This includes having a Lazer Cut/Engraver machine, vinyl cutter and heat press.

Essential Angling is a South African specimen carp bait brand based in Brakpan. The brand focuses on quality particle baits and carp bait products for anglers targeting bigger carp and longer specimen sessions. Their range includes particles, boilies, popups, pellets and natural liquid attractors. Essential Angling is a strong option for local carp anglers looking for prepared bait products designed around specimen carp fishing in South African waters.

Fish Clinic is a South African carp bait brand focused on products for serious carp anglers. Their range includes carp baits such as wafters, popups, hardened hookbaits and boilies. The brand is aimed at anglers fishing pressured waters and targeting better-quality carp, where bait choice and presentation can make a major difference. Fish Clinic is relevant for South African carp anglers looking for more focused specimen bait options.

Jumbo Fishing is a South African freshwater bait brand connected to Jumbo Willemse, a recognised name in the local angling scene. The brand is known in papgooi and conventional freshwater fishing, with products such as dips, bol dips, floats, feed and other bait-related items. Jumbo Fishing is suited to anglers who enjoy working with different flavours and bait combinations for South African dams, rivers and fishing venues.

Legends Legacy Series is a South African freshwater bait and angling brand based in Sasolburg. The brand offers products such as dips, floats, powders and other angling items for local freshwater anglers. Legends Legacy Series fits into the papgooi and conventional angling space, giving anglers more bait options to test at South African waters and venues.

We try not to be to biased, But this is one of our Favorites! LL Signature Series, also known as Loutjie Louwies Signature Series, is a South African fishing bait and tackle brand with a strong focus on freshwater angling. The brand offers a wide range of papgooi and conventional angling products, including dips, concentrates, bol dips, floats, oozing floats, mielies, powders, feed, bait enhancers, tiger nuts, bullets, feeding weights and selected tackle items. LL Signature Series is well suited to anglers who take bait presentation, flavour combinations and freshwater competition-style fishing seriously.

Magic Baits is a South African freshwater bait brand offering a wide range of products for local anglers. The brand focuses on practical, affordable bait options for papgooi and freshwater fishing, with products such as muti’s, bol dips, sprays, floaties, instant dough, feed boosters, bottled mealies, catfish attractors and more. Magic Baits is active in the South African angling community and is a familiar name for anglers looking to test different flavours, combinations and bait approaches at local dams and venues.

At Pisces Predator, we specialize in crafting top-of-the-line pontoon kickboats designed for ultimate versatility and enjoyment. Our boats offer a unique blend of stability and performance, perfect for a wide range of water activities—from serene lake outings to thrilling river adventures. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that every boat is not just a vessel, but a gateway to unforgettable experiences. Explore our offerings and discover how Pisces Predator can elevate your time on the water.

Psycho Baits is a South African specimen carp bait brand connected to Essential Angling. The brand focuses on carp bait products such as boilies, pop-ups, wafters, boosted hookbaits, pellets, liquids and other specimen-style bait options. Psycho Baits is aimed at carp anglers who want bait designed for serious sessions, pressured waters and bigger fish. It fits well into the local specimen carp scene for anglers looking for South African carp bait options.

Simplicity is a South African freshwater bait brand focused on products for papgooi and bank angling. Their range includes dips, sprays, muti’s, bol dips, bleeding floats, soft floats and other bait products. The brand offers practical bait options for anglers who want to test different flavours and presentations at local dams and fishing venues. Simplicity is part of the wider South African bait scene, especially for anglers who enjoy conventional freshwater fishing.

Super Cast is one of the most recognised freshwater bait brands in South Africa, especially among bank anglers targeting carp, barbel and other dam species. They are well known for mieliebom/feed, dips, mutis, flavours, floats and bait additives. Their website even lets anglers select popular venues like Bloemhof, Vaaldam, Harties and Loskop to see suggested Super Cast flavours for that location.

Zebra Sox is a South African fishing gear protection brand offering covers and protective products for anglers. Their range includes rod covers, reel covers, lure covers, spinnerbait covers and other tackle protection solutions. Zebra Sox is useful for anglers who want to protect their rods, reels and lures while travelling, fishing from the bank, storing gear or moving around on a boat. While not a bait brand, Zebra Sox is still a relevant local fishing brand for South African anglers who want to keep their tackle organised and protected.

Zortex Baits is a South African bass fishing brand focused on soft plastic baits and custom fishing products for local anglers. The brand promotes its baits as affordable, durable and tested in South African waters, with products aimed at bass anglers looking for locally available lure options. Zortex Baits also offers custom rods through their online store, making them a useful local brand for anglers interested in bass fishing baits, rods and performance-focused tackle.