Excalibur Fishing Rods

17/06/2026

12/06/2026

New fishing apparel just arrived in store! 😎🎣

Hurry to get yours, we have a full range of colors available! 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

11/06/2026

HUGE Father's Day Discount on all TOTAL TOOL Products! 🔨🛠🪚🔧⚙️

Buy any Total Tool Product and get 10% discount! 💯💯💯

Valid in both Swakopmund and Hentiesbay stores until 21 June 2026. We have the perfect gift for you this Fathers Day! 😁👌🏼

08/06/2026

🎣🔗 Never lose a sinker again! 🔗🎣

Upgrade your fishing setup with Adrenalin Sinker Clips – the quick, strong, and reliable way to swap sinkers in seconds! Built from durable materials and designed to handle tough fishing conditions, these clips give you a secure hold when it matters most.

✅ Strong Hold
✅ Easy to Use
✅ Durable Construction
✅ Available in Sizes 3, 4, 5 & 6

Whether you're fishing the surf, rocks, or estuaries, these sinker clips make rig changes faster and easier so you can spend more time catching fish and less time re-rigging!

📍 Available at:
🎣 Excalibur Swakop – 081 728 8224
🎣 Excalibur Henties – 081 860 7123

07/06/2026

🌊 What Is the Difference Between a Spring Tide and a Neap Tide?

Understanding tides is one of the most important skills an angler can learn. Tides influence water movement, baitfish activity, oxygen levels and ultimately fish feeding behaviour.

🌕 Spring Tides

Despite the name, spring tides have nothing to do with the season.

Spring tides occur during:

* Full Moon 🌕
* New Moon 🌑

At these times, the sun, moon and earth are aligned, creating the strongest gravitational pull on the oceans.

Characteristics of Spring Tides:
✅ Higher high tides
✅ Lower low tides
✅ Greater tidal range
✅ Stronger currents
✅ More water movement

Many anglers target spring tides when they want:

* Increased water movement
* More aggressive feeding activity
* Better conditions for species that feed heavily on moving water

🌗 Neap Tides

Neap tides occur during:

* First Quarter Moon 🌓
* Last Quarter Moon 🌗

During these phases, the sun and moon pull against each other, reducing the overall tidal effect.

Characteristics of Neap Tides:
✅ Lower high tides
✅ Higher low tides
✅ Smaller tidal range
✅ Weaker currents
✅ Less water movement

Neap tides often produce:

* Calmer conditions
* Slower-moving water
* Easier sinker holding
* More stable conditions in estuaries

🐟 Which Tide Is Better for Fishing?

Neither is automatically better.

It depends on:

* The species you’re targeting
* The location
* Water clarity
* Current strength
* Bait presentation

For example:
🎣 Kob often feed well around strong water movement associated with spring tides.

🎣 Estuary anglers sometimes prefer neap tides when slower currents make lure presentation easier.

🌊 A Simple Way to Remember

Spring Tide = Bigger Difference

* Higher highs
* Lower lows
* Stronger currents

Neap Tide = Smaller Difference

* Lower highs
* Higher lows
* Weaker currents

🔥 The Bottom Line

Spring tides create maximum water movement, while neap tides create minimum water movement. Learning how your target species respond to each can dramatically improve your fishing success.

The best anglers don’t just watch the weather—they watch the tides too. 🎣🌊

06/06/2026

Excalibur Sirocco 14ft6 Rod doing it's job well!!🎣👌

For custom made rods contact us.

0818607123
0817288224

05/06/2026

Doctor: You're eating the wrong foods.
Mom: You're living wrong.
Therapist: You're seeing it wrong.

Guy at the Tackle Shop: GOOD CHOICE! 😎🎣

At Excalibur Rods & Repairs, we help you to make only the best choices in purchasing your fishing gear!!! 🐟🐟🐟

Visit us in store for awesome deals.
Hentiesbay 0818607123
Swakopmund 0817288224

04/06/2026

🎣 Why Should I Buy Expensive Fishing Gear Over Cheaper Fishing Gear?

It’s a question every angler asks at some point:

“Why spend R5,000 on a rod and reel when I can get one for R1,000?”

The truth is, expensive gear doesn’t automatically catch more fish—but it often makes fishing easier, more enjoyable, and more reliable.

🔥 Better Components

Premium rods and reels are usually built with higher-quality materials.

✅ Stronger blanks
✅ Better guides
✅ Smoother drag systems
✅ Higher-quality bearings
✅ Improved corrosion resistance

This means they generally last longer and perform better under pressure.

🎣 Improved Sensitivity

One of the biggest advantages of quality gear is sensitivity.

A premium rod often allows you to feel:

🐟 Tiny bites
🌊 Changes in bottom structure
🪨 Rocks and gullies
🦀 Bait movement

The more information you receive through the rod, the better decisions you can make.

💪 Better Fish-Fighting Ability

Quality drags are smoother and more consistent.

When a big fish makes a powerful run, a good drag system helps protect your line and reduces the chances of pulled hooks and break-offs.

🌊 Built for Harsh Conditions

Saltwater is brutal on fishing tackle.

Higher-end gear often has:

🔹 Better sealing
🔹 Stronger coatings
🔹 Corrosion-resistant materials

This helps it survive years of fishing if properly maintained.

🎯 Better Casting Performance

Premium rods are often lighter, better balanced, and recover faster after a cast.

This can result in:

✅ Better accuracy
✅ Less fatigue
✅ Improved distance
✅ More confidence

Especially important when making hundreds of casts in a session.

⏳ It Can Be Cheaper Long-Term

A cheap reel replaced three times can cost more than a quality reel purchased once.

Many anglers eventually learn that buying quality from the start can save money over time.

⚠️ But Expensive Doesn’t Always Mean Better

A skilled angler with affordable gear will often outfish an inexperienced angler with premium gear.

Knowledge still beats equipment.

🌊 Reading water
🌊 Choosing the right bait
🌊 Understanding tides
🌊 Casting accurately

These skills catch fish.

🎣 The Bottom Line

Buy the best gear you can comfortably afford.

You don’t need the most expensive setup on the beach to catch fish, but quality tackle can make your fishing experience smoother, more enjoyable, and more reliable when that fish of a lifetime finally eats your bait.

Because when that trophy fish arrives… that’s not the moment you want to wonder whether your gear is up to the challenge. 🎣🔥

04/06/2026

🎣🔥 Protect your gear like a pro with the Adrenalin Reel Covers!
From small setups to heavy-duty monsters — we’ve got the perfect fit in S, M & L! 💪🌊

✅ Padded protection
✅ Water resistant
✅ Durable & secure
✅ Lightweight design

Keep your reels safe, clean, and always ready for the next big catch! 🐟⚡

📍 Available at:
Excalibur Swakopmund – 081 728 8224
Excalibur Henties – 081 860 7123

🎯 Gear up. Stay protected. Fish Adrenalin!

04/06/2026

❄️🌊 Adventure starts with staying cool!
Whether you’re heading to the beach, campsite, fishing trip or weekend getaway — Safari Chillers & GVC Coolers have your back. 🏕️🎣🔥

✅ Safari Chillers available in 12L, 18L & 25L
✅ GVC Coolers available in 16L & 25L
✅ Built tough for Namibia’s outdoor lifestyle
✅ Keeps your drinks & bait colder for longer

Get yours today from Excalibur Rod Building & Repairs! 💪

📍 Excalibur Swakopmund — 081 728 8224
📍 Excalibur Henties — 081 860 7123