2021 Katonkel Ronkel – The making 2021 EVEN BETTER survey

Welcome to the preparations for the 2021 Katonkel Ronkel. We’re excited to announce that we’ve started the planning for the second addition of this virtual format for 2021. With the uncertainty of circumstances in SA we are not in a position to plan and coordinate a massive get together social event thus, we will focus our attention on bringing you an even bigger and better virtual competition in 2021. Following on 2020 we would like to request your input in what would make 2021 even bigger and better. Some of the feedback noted thus far: Participants expressed that some control of areas where we are fishing is required. Some coordination… Read More

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Katonkel Ronkel – Thats a WRAP!

The first instalment of the Katonkel Ronkel was a massive success thanks to all the competitors and sponsors. Over the comp over 282 eligible fish were caught but at the end of the day it was all about the biggest fish or your 2nd or 3rd fish. Have a look at the rules if you want more details on this here: https://sandbox.thefisherman.co.za/kayak-fish/events/2020-kayak-fish-katonkel-ronkel/ After 31 days of the competition we handed out loads of Lucky draw prizes, these were the winners: Justin Leaf-Wright – Railblaza Cap Devin Muir – Holdfast Straps Jonathan Lassen – Holdfast Straps •Manie Rockman – Lure Covers Julian Taylor – Railblaza Wash Bag Donovan Wichmann – Holdfast… Read More

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The Final Stretch of the Katonkel Ronkel

The competition completely exploded this weekend with LOADS of fish being caught. We’re so proud to have 84% of competitors on the scoreboard thus far! Aiming for 100% guys! Additional announcement with TECHINC on board we’re excited to announce the increase of the prize pot. The additional funds will be added as KayakFish vouchers for competitors to spend in our shop. Thanks TechInc!!! This brings the first prize to a value of R 8000, 2nd to R 5000 and 3rd to R 2500. Great work to everyone who got some fish this weekend! Below some of the bonus point earning pictures. Make sure you get that KayakFish logo in there… Read More

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Katonkel Ronkel Reaches the half way mark

We’ve reached the half way mark of the Katonkel Ronkel. What an exciting comp to be fighting for the prize over such an extended period. So much can and will still happen. Current Leaders with low quantities of fish in the bag and high stakes will have to get out there and ensure they stock up on more fish in the log. Very exciting news is the addition of 2x sponsors to the competition, TechInc and Jacita Bait and Tackle. Thank you guys!!!! TechInc TechInc is an end-to-end ITC provider to SME businesses looking after the full stack of their IT needs, please visit their site for some more details:… Read More

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The Fusion Has Landed

The Fusion 480 is the latest edition to the Stealth Range. Realizing the need to add a more affordable rotomoulded kayak to the range, Stealth spent over 18 months of research and development in designing this latest beauty. The first step in creating the Fusion 480 kayak was to identify a need in the market.  It also came down to inspired thoughts and a gut-feel for what the market might need, even though the market doesn’t know it yet. The Fusion 480 is truly about durability, maximum stability all without sacrificing speed and performance. The kayak is built using rotomoulded technology with advanced processes to keep the kayak light enough yet still rigid. The focus on this… Read More

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Katonkel Ronkel a Week in and on FIRE

We have reached the 1 week mark of the Katonkel Ronkel and it feels like we’ve been fishing for month’s for the comp. So much has happened with the leaders changes a couple of times over the last week. Yesterday Taariq surprised us with his past lunch time launch and then ending up with the biggest fish so far. Then today Darren grabbed a 64cm Bonnie but due to his bonus point and extra fish over Taariq he took the lead in the comp. Below some stats we’ve shared with the competitors: For those interested, we do the lucky draws on the whatsapp group by means of a video submission… Read More

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Katonkel Ronkel off to a Smashing Start

What an awesome start to this competition. We welcomed 53 competitors to the comp taking the cash prize pot to R 13 250. This morning marked day one of the comp and what a smashing start with plenty fish coming out. We have 21 Fish reported thus far and looking forward to adding loads more to the score sheet. Early on it’s very evident that the bonus points competitors earn and the extra fish caught will be critical to winning the comp. In order to earn a bonus point it’s very important that competitors take a nice marketing friendly picture with their catch and kayakfish.co.za sticker clearly visible to earn… Read More

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2020 Week 24-25 – Blankers a Tail and some Roaches

Week 24 started off with some terrible weather, but luckily for us the weather cleared just in time for the weekend. After some news of a Snoek and some bonnies the the previous weekend the beach was lined with kayakers. Almost looked like a comp was taking place with proper social distancing rules being followed obviously. Unfortunately the whole lot came back empty handed. The next week gave us a public holiday and even Sean dusted off the lockdown from his 575 and joined the guys at 3 anchor. Loads of stories about the one that got away, a mini fish but ultimately we only had one lucky first timer.… Read More

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The NEW Stealth Fusion 480

By now most of you have seen or had a small taste of the new Stealth Fusion 480 kayak. There’s been so many questions and here are some direction and clarity on the subject. Firstly where does the Fusion Fit into the Stealth range? MOST importantly this was not designed or is not being manufactured to replace any of the existing glass kayaks, it is a new addition to expand the range. Stealth has chosen the technology that allows them to offer one of the lightest and most complete paddle fishing kayaks in a plastic version.With a hull weight of approx 28kgs without any fittings. The Fusion also allows us… Read More

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