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For Sale / (Maybe) Hobie Adventure Island
« on: December 03, 2023, 11:14:12 AM »

Just poking around here and gauging whether there is strong interest for an excellent condition  2015 Hobie Adventure Island with trampoline, motor mount, and Suzuki DF2.5.  All complete with downrigger and reverse mirage drive with a v2 for spare.  Lots of good fishing omen on this one.  Should ready to go (although I havent used it for over a year).
Comes with heavy duty aluminum Trailex trailer, will fit two AIs.  Excellent stability and range, probably should've used this one exclusively ....



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Folks, many of you had followed my journey for recovery after I was hit by a boat on Sunday, 7/24/22 (http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=98756.0).


I could use some, please.  If any of you happened to be in the area and saw the accident or the aftermath or maybe saw the boat before the accident, I would appreciate it if you could message me directly.  This is probably the best help I can get from any of you that were there so please considering doing so if you can help.  Thank you for your consideration  :smt007

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General Talk / Weldor needed
« on: May 19, 2022, 06:26:23 PM »


Anybody that know of a welder that can do stainless steel?  Need help with welding stainless steel in San Jose area.  Post contact here (which could be good for future reference for others) or PM me.  Thanks!

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General Talk / Drysuit repair
« on: May 19, 2022, 02:38:29 PM »


Anybody have a recommendation on where to send a drysuit for repair?  Wondering if there is one nearby San Jose, but a reliable good quality/service vendor is first priority.  Need to do all gaskets just for safety and I think there is a tiny hole somewhere, likely from broken zipper.  Thanks!

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Gearing Up and Rigging Up / Motor vibration
« on: February 28, 2022, 05:49:49 PM »


For those who have gas motor, wow do you all handle vibration from your motor?  Anybody experience side effect from gas motor vibration on the mount (i.e. loose screws, etc)?  I am thinking of wrapping a cut up yoga mat around where the motor mounts ..... 

Suggestions, comments?

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Hobie Kayaks / Hobie AI motor mount
« on: January 02, 2022, 12:04:00 AM »


Here is a thread started by lucky13, which I think is very invaluable.  This article is under Hobie Kayaks, but the real usable content below is under Craftment's Corner section.

https://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=84428.0

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Hobie Kayaks / Hobie Outback 2019+ Motor Mount
« on: January 01, 2022, 11:09:28 PM »


First of all, thank you for all who contributes to NCKA, I learned a lot from all of you and some of those shared information are worth gold IMHO!  This is all true for me on any subjects (fishing, DIY, advice, etc).

If you like this article, please pay it forward.  If you dont, well, its your problem.  My intention is to share what I have, but I dont make any guarantee on whether this will work for you and your situation.


Now we get winter out of the way, here we go.


The beauty of this motor mount is that you dont have to drill into your hull and it is very solid.  I chose to mount the motor on the side as I can pull the motor out easier in case of issues (and there has been issues) and the Outback  is stable enough to have a Torqeedo 1003 mounted there (with battery on the back deck, not on the handle).  If you want to mount a gasoline outboard like Suzuki DF2.5, I suggest you do so with at least with the Hobie Sidekick on the motor side (you should double check and make sure the inflatable part is always secure as it popped out once for me). 


This motor mount roughly cost $155 in materials but it is solid as hell plus you can use the additional h-rail for other things.  You can also shave down the cost further if you want to find alternative screws (1/4 20) and convertible knobs.  That alone will probably save you at least $30.  And if you add coupons and deals ... who knows!  As a bonus, the 36" motor mount bar will go through Bolinas gate, but with not much room to spare.  Launching from Bolinas is another problem  :smt044   

***** Nudling mentioned below about the motor kick up and slice the yak.  With the 36" mount, it definitely does, so be sure to make sure the motor cannot kick up *****
 


You should carry screws and knobs for spares.  In my experience, there is enough mount points that if one or two screws fail, you should be OK (but you want to replace them asap).  Good luck to all and post where you can find alternative screws and knobs.  Please keep the hate to factual and safety related comments.



Here is the material list:



From OnlineMetals.com:

Part #     Description     Cut Size     Qty     Item Price $     Total $   

989     2" x 2" x 0.25" Aluminum Angle 6061-T6-Extruded Structural     12.0"     1     $6.01 $7.51   

7038     2" x 4" x 0.125" Aluminum Rectangle Tube 6061-T6-Extruded     36.0"     1     $29.23 $36.53     



From your Hobie & Yakattack vendor of choice:

YakAttack GearTrac Assortment Kit - HRC-1004 - 1 x $50 = $50


 H-Rail w/ Integrated Patented Ram® Hand-Track - 3 x $20 = $60

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General Fishing Tips / Weld aluminum net or get a new one?
« on: November 04, 2021, 05:32:08 PM »





What do you all think?

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Bolinas 10/9
« on: October 08, 2021, 03:46:56 PM »


Gonna launch from Bolinas on Saturday, 10/9.  Company welcome.  Headed toward 1DR, will be fishing 1 mile radius from there.  I will get there whenever, plan is to be at 1DR by 9am and fish from 9am to 2-3pm.  I will have my SharkShield.  See you all there and good luck to everybody!
Very likely my last Bolinas trip on a kayak.

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General Talk / Suzuki DF2.5: Looking for advice/tip
« on: September 23, 2021, 08:45:34 AM »


For those of you who have the Suzuki DF2.5, I am looking for advice/tips on transport, storage, OTW issues, and others?  Your inputs are appreciated, just looking for whatever info I can get on the DF2.5.  Thanks!

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General Talk / Overnight tent at Del Monte Beach?
« on: July 05, 2021, 05:10:26 PM »


Can you set up tent at Del Monte Beach?  Not for 24 hours, just for maybe 8 hours max.  Any idea?  Thanks in advance!

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Gonna go camp there and never fished the lake.  Any tips?  Gonna have my kid with me, trying to put her on a fish and let's see if I need to buy her a lifetime pass ....

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For Sale / Malone K-Rack load assist (MPG353)
« on: June 07, 2021, 05:42:17 PM »


Malone K-Rack load assist (MPG353) - New, only taken out of the box to examine, never used -  $40 - No question 7 days money back guarantee, NCKA members only.

https://www.mariner-sails.com/malone-rack-systems-k-rack-load-assist-module-sing.html



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I have two pre-2015 Adventure Island cradle - $135 each.  Will go to craigslist at $165 next week.  No question 7 days money back guaranteee, NCKA members only.

They are both in pretty good condition other than what you see in the picture.  No screws, but I can tell you what you need.
https://www.mariner-sails.com/hobie-cradle-set-ai.html


This is for 2014 Adventure Island or older.

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Safety First / Trying to understand Moss Landing gnarly entrace
« on: June 07, 2021, 04:22:27 PM »

For those of you who are a lot more familiar with Moss Landing than me, what's the secret to avoid the gnarly entrance to the harbor?   I understand that the sea floor rise up in a hurry.  Anything else other than wild tide swings that I can watch to see if I can avoid the gnarly situation to go into the harbor?

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