NorCal Kayak Anglers
Kayak Fishing Zone => General Fishing Tips => Topic started by: mooch on December 23, 2004, 01:02:21 PM
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REI
http://www.rei.com/shop/Paddling.htm?stat=side_4
Locations:
San Carlos
Saratoga
Berkley
Freemont
San Francisco
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City Kayak
http://citykayak.web.aplus.net/
Pier 38 / Embarcadero & Townsend / San Francisco
(415) 357-1010
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Kayak Connection / Santa Cruz - Moss Landing
http://www.kayakconnection.com/
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California Canoe and Kayak / Half Moon Bay
http://www.calkayak.com/hmb.cfm
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Half Moon Bay Kayak Co.
Pillar Point Harbor, CA
650.773.6101
http://www.hmbkayak.com
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Outback Adventures
http://www.outbackadventures.com
2 locations:
1158 Saratoga Ave.
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 551.0588
NEW LOCATION:
12E. Sir Francis Drake Blvd
Larkspur, CA 94939
(415) 461.2222
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There is also....Outback Adventures 1158 Saratoga ave. San Jose....408-551-0528.....nice people...
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AQUAN SPORTS
Watersports specialists
(650) 593.6060
FAX (650) 593.2090
EMAIL: info@aquansports.com
http://www.aquansports.com/
840 Brittan Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(right across REI)
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Whatever you do, do not buy your kayak from 'Adventure Sports' in Sacramento.
They suck big time!!!
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Whatever you do, do not buy your kayak from 'Adventure Sports' in Sacramento.
They suck big time!!!
How so? Just curious.
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There is one more place in Oakland.
All Craft
499 Embarcadero Section 3
Oakland, CA 94606
510-444-7115
I know they sell Cobra, you have to call before you go to make sure they are not out giving lessons.
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I would be a bit cautious about what you post:
http://internet-law.lawyers.com/Libel-Online.html
It's unfortunate that accurate information can be stiffled but we need to be discreet.
Doug
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I have worked at both California Canoe & Kayak (both locations) and Kayak Connection (SC only) and from an employee perspective both shops were great. I've picked up some dive stuff from the Adventure Sports in Santa Cruz, staff there were friendly & stoked that I fished from a kayak.
My fav shop is of course the Kayak Connection in the SC harbor, although they don't have a lot of fishing stuff the owners & staff are great folks.
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Whatever you do, do not buy your kayak from 'Adventure Sports' in Sacramento.
They suck big time!!!
How so? Just curious.
I've read several posts on Craigslist about them. They seem to be known for advertising a kayak on sale then when the buyer goes in the kayak is no longer on sale. They tell the buyer that they only had one at that price and it already sold. They then offer the identical kayak for more than their advertised price. They also run non-stop postings about their alledged sales.
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I'm not sure what happened to those unfortunate Craigslist souls that claimed to be screwed by Adventure Sports but I need to tell you my story. Unlike the computer cowards that hide behind their screen names I have receipts and I will stand by my story.
After Paddlefest last year I followed up on their ad for a used Tarpon and even called them before I drove to Sacto. He told me over the phone that the one advertised was sold but if I drove up there he had another one that he would sell me for the same price. Anyone that ever bought a used car would have the hairs on the back of their neck stand up at that point. Oh well, nothing ventured nothing gained...so I headed out expecting to find a faded, scratched up, pathetic leaking shell that wouldn't even get me out of HMB harbor.
When I got to the store I showed him their Paddlefest flyer and told him I phoned earlier. He walked me over to a rack of new Tarpons and said there it is...have a look. I said this must be a mistake because this one is new. Nope, its the end of the season, its yours for the used price if you want it. They helped me load the yak and even double checked to make sure I had it tied down well enough for the ride home. No hidden defects, no surcharges, no handling fees.
Just so we understand things here, I'm not saying that they're going to do this for everyone that walks into their store, this was my isolated experience. Am I getting paid for this...no. Anyone that has met me, read my posts or spoke with me knows that I wouldn't BS about stuff like this.
Gary
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CCK has three locations . Sacremento and Jack London Square in Oakland have stores on the water with lessons too. Half Moon Bay is just for lessons and trips and parties. No sales or rentals.
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Hey Gary, no wonder your bait always brings me good luck! If you ever play the lotto, would you please buy one for me too? Ill gladly pay you back! Ben
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REI in Corte Madera Marin Co. also.
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I like Surf City Catamarans in Santa Cruz harbor. http://www.surfcitycatamarans.com. Owner/proprietor Jeremy is one really cool dude. Plus, on a hot summer day, you can't beat the scenery. Y'all really have to see the hotties at the Crow's Nest. :smt007
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http://www.humboats.com/ ....at Woodley Island in the Humboldt bay
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http://www.clavey.com ...Petaluma - Great guys but not fisherman. I try to help them frequently with their fishermen customers who are looking to get into the sport. They have Wilderness,Ocean Kayak and several other touring yaks.
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Wind Toys in Santa Rosa
3019 Santa Rosa Ave.
Santa Rosa CA 95407
800-499-7245
John Shulthess owner.
Good place to get Kayaks in the Northern Bay area. I met John at the Fred Hall show and once prior to that. I got my kayaks (well "paddleboat" for all you "paddlers) from him at a good price and he threw in a bunch of extra stuff. A long ride from Sunnyvale, but well worth it IMHO.
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Hey, I just wanted to let you guys know we are a Hobie, Ocean Kayak, and Old Town dealer. We also rent hobie kayaks. Single and tandem. You can check our our latest prices at http://www.melcottons.com
If you stop by, ask for Josh or John, they are our experts! -Zack
Mel Cotton's Sporting Goods
1266 West San Carlos Ave
San Jose, CA 95126
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We also rent hobie kayaks. Singles and tandems.
Does this mean that you have more than just the one Outback and one Outfitter? I was in a couple weeks ago wanting to rent 2 single-person Hobies but was told you only had the one Outback. Might you add more to your fleet - possibly an Adventure, Revolution or Sport? Often I want to invite more than one person out with me and don't want to have them on a tandem.
Thanks
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Great shop in Livermore - Sunrise Mountain Sports
http://www.sunrisemountainsports.com
I bought my OK Caper from them, and Phil gave me a great deal (if you rent a kayak, they'll use your rental fee towards a new yak purchase)
They do take-away kayak rentals from their store and also run a rental shack/concession stand at lake Del Valle during Spring/Summer/early Fall
They hold a kayak demo day every year in May
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Does this mean that you have more than just the one Outback and one Outfitter?
You are right. We do only have one of each. We are looking to expand our fleet. We are actually trying to decide if we want to expand to the Hobie non fishing kayaks. Unfortunatley this requires us to purchase 15 units which is quite a large initial order. We are not sure if the local market is ready to expand quite yet, but next year we are updating our entire line of rentals so we will decide then. What do you guys think?
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CALIFORNIA RETAILERS
KINGS SPORT & TACKLE
GUERNEVILLE
707-869-2156
WEST MARINE PRODUCTS
WATSONVILLE
831 728 2700
MOUNTAIN & RIVER ADVENTUR
KERNVILLE
MEL COTTONS SPORTING GOOD
SAN JOSE
408 2875994
HERB BAUER SPORTING GOODS
FRESNO
559 435 8600
SUNRISE MOUNTAIN SPORTS
LIVERMORE
925-447-8330
SIERRA NEVADA ADVENTURE CENTER
ARNOLD
209 795 9310
ADVENTURE'S EDGE
ARCATA
707 822 4673
SONOMA OUTFITTERS
SANTA ROSA
707 528 1920
THE RIVER STORE
LOTUS
530 626 3435
SIERRA SOUTH INC
KERNVILLE
760 376-3745
SOUTHWIND KAYAK CENTER
IRVINE
949 261 0200
WOLF CREEK WILDERNESS
GRASS VALLEY
530 477-2722
XSTREAMLINE SPORTS
SAN PEDRO
310 514-9514
CHANNEL ISLAND KAYAK CENTER
OXNARD
805 984-5995
KAYAK CONNECTION
SANTA CRUZ
831 479-1121
MONTEREY BAY KAYAKS
MONTEREY
831 373-5357
NORTH RIM ADVENTURE SPORT
CHICO
530 345 2453
OUTBACK ADVENTURES - CA
SAN JOSE
408 551-0528
PADDLE SPORTS
SANTA BARBARA
805 899-4925
KAYAK HORIZONS
MORRO BAY
805 772-6444
KAYAK TAHOE
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
530 544 2011
TAHOE PADDLE & OAR
TAHOE CITY
530 581-3029
AQUA ADVENTURES INC
SAN DIEGO
619 523-9577
PENGUIN PADDLERS
REDDING
530-244-3355
SPORT CHALET
LA CANADA
G I JOES OUTDOOR STORE
UKIAH
707-468-8834
VALLEY SPORTING GOODS
MODESTO
209 523 5681
REDDING SPORTS LTD
REDDING
530 2217333
TAHOE SPORTS LTD
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE
530 542 4000
ACTION WATERSPORTS - CA
MARINA DEL REY
310-827-2233
ADVENTURE RENTS
GUALAHA
707-884-4386
CLAVEY RIVER EQUIPMENT, INC
PETALUMA
707-766-8070
CARLSBAD PADDLE SPORTS
OCEANSIDE
760-434-8686
AQUAN SPORTS
SAN CARLOS
650 593-6060
CALIFORNIA CANOE & KAYAK
OAKLAND
510-893-7833
TAHOE CITY KAYAK
TAHOE CITY
ADVENTURE MOUNTAIN SPORTS
SACRAMENTO
916-971-1800
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Not a retailer or a dealer but a Kayak Touring Guide service.....
FORCE 10 Ocean Kayaking - Located in the town of ELK
Contact: Jason (707) 877-3505
PO BOX 167
Elk, CA 95432
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Not a retailer or a dealer but a Kayak Touring Guide service.....
FORCE 10 Ocean Kayaking - Located in the town of ELK
Contact: Jason (707) 877-3505
PO BOX 167
Elk, CA 95432
Ahh Mooch is in Love with the pretty kayak girl that can haul boats up the Elk Hill!
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Not a retailer or a dealer but a Kayak Touring Guide service.....
FORCE 10 Ocean Kayaking - Located in the town of ELK
Contact: Jason (707) 877-3505
PO BOX 167
Elk, CA 95432
Ahh Mooch is in Love with the pretty kayak girl that can haul boats up the Elk Hill!
Negative....she's way too young...as I found out later on :smt011 I'm just supporting a small business (more like a tradition) at Elk :smt002
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List of Kayak Retail Stores and their web sites.
Malibu Ocean Sports
16910 Pacific Coast Hwy
Sunset Beach, Ca
(562) 592-0800
http://www.malibuoceansports.com/
Tahoe Mountain Sports
PO Box 2105
Truckee, CA
530-913-5163
http://www.tahoemountainsports.com/
Clavey River Equipment
409 Petaluma Blvd. South
Petaluma, CA
800-832-4226
http://www.clavey.com/
OEX Dive & Kayak Center
1453 Rosecrans Street
San Diego, CA
619-758-9531
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1617 Quivira Road, Suite B
San Diego, CA
619-224-6195
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2158 Avenida de la Playa
La Jolla, CA
858-454-6195
http://www.oeexpress.com/
Wolf Creek Wilderness
595 E Main St
Grass Valley CA
530-477-2722
http://www.oeexpress.com/
UP Sports
34105 Pacific Coast Hwy
Dana Point, CA
949-443-5161
http://www.upsportsoc.com/
Paddle Me Guidebooks
Lomita, CA
310 530-5470
www.kayakandcanoeguidebooks.com
Action Water Sports
4144 Lincoln Blvd
Marina Del Rey, Ca
310-827-2233
http://www.actionwatersports.com/
Channel Island Kayaks
3600 S.Harbor Blvd #213
Oxnard, CA
805-984-5995
http://www.cikayak.com/
Ocean Ohana
14540 Red Hawk Lane
Poway, CA
858-337-1190
http://www.oc6unlimited.com/
Penguin Paddlers
3530 Railroad Ave
Redding, CA
530-247
http://www.penguinpaddlers.com/
Southwind Kayak Center
17855 Sky Park Circle #A
Irvine, CA
949-261-0200
http://www.southwindkayaks.com/
California Canoe & Kayak
Nimbus Winery
12401 Folsom Blvd. #205
Rancho Cordova, CA
916-353-1880
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Jack London Square
409 Water St.
Oakland, CA
510-893-7833
888-4-kayak
http://www.calkayak.com/
Kayak Manufactureres, Equipment and outfitters
http://www.kayakandcanoeguidebooks.com/page14.html
Aquan Sports
840 Brittan Avenue
San Carlos, CA
650-593-6060
http://www.aquansports.com/
Out on the Bay
1204 2nd Street
Los Osos, CA
805-534-9283
Mr. Canoe’s Paddlesports
Forestville, CA
707-887-7416
http://www.mrcanoespaddlesports.com/
Hobiecat
4925 Oceanside Blvd
Oceanside, CA
760-758-9100
Gray Whale Trading Co
Elverta, Ca
916-300-6111
Adventure Sport
1609 Watt Ave
Sacramento CA
916-971-1800
Momentum Surf Company
1005 S. Harbor Blvd.
Oxnard, Ca
805-985-4929
http://www.momentumsurfco.com/
Outback Adventures
1158 Saratoga Avenue
San Jose, CA
408-551-0588
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12 East Sir Francis Drake
Larkspur, CA
415 - 461-2222
http://www.outbackadventures.com/
Paddle Power
1500 W. Balboa Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA
949-675-1215
http://www.outbackadventures.com/
North Shore Trading Company
39130 North Shore Drive
http://www.gopaddleacanoe.com/Kayaks/index.html
Fawnskin, CA
909 866 3414
Seda Kayaks
2244 Main St. Suite #7
Chula Vista, CA
619-336-2444
http://www.sedakayak.com/
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Mooch
Please include Fisherman's Warehouse of Fresno
We are an official O.K. dealer and I have just been added to the pro staff
Guess I'll be fishing against my old team (Current Designs) at MBK Sunday.
Did I mention we have every thing you need to rig your yak!!!
Thanks
Eric
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Fishermans Warehouse
4320 W Shaw Ave
Fresno, CA 93722
Phone: (559) 225-1838
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Whatever you do, do not buy your kayak from 'Adventure Sports' in Sacramento.
They suck big time!!!
How so? Just curious.
I've read several posts on Craigslist about them. They seem to be known for advertising a kayak on sale then when the buyer goes in the kayak is no longer on sale. They tell the buyer that they only had one at that price and it already sold. They then offer the identical kayak for more than their advertised price. They also run non-stop postings about their alledged sales.
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Mooch
Please include Fisherman's Warehouse of Fresno
We are an official O.K. dealer and I have just been added to the pro staff
Guess I'll be fishing against my old team (Current Designs) at MBK Sunday.
Did I mention we have every thing you need to rig your yak!!!
Thanks
Eric
Eric you should take the time to set the Sacramento store up with kayak fishing information and equipment.. They are good people, have a ton of fishing gear, Thursday evening speakers + a free spool of line, though not much in the line of kayak fishing.
I am just getting back into fishing and will start Hobie Mirage kayaking (bad shoulder) so why not do both.
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mooch
Its great that you listed all of the kayak companies but you seem to have left one out
Windtoys
3019 Santa Rosa ave
Santa Rosa, 95407
707-576-7172
They have all of the HOBIES in stock and do onsite rigging they give 10 percent off for life on accessories with a Hobie purchase
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mooch
Its great that you listed all of the kayak companies but you seem to have left one out
Windtoys
3019 Santa Rosa ave
Santa Rosa, 95407
707-576-7172
They have all of the HOBIES in stock and do onsite rigging they give 10 percent off for life on accessories with a Hobie purchase
....perhaps you should take a close look at page 2.
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Just saw this post and the negative comments about adventure sports in Sac. Here is my experience w/ them. A couple years ago, I bought my 07 outback from these guys at the ISE in San Mateo. For $1650 + tax, I received the new 07 outback, w/ fishing package,(wheels, anchor, tackle boxes and bag). They also threw in a free extrasport pfd. AND! They threw in a free Brand New Tarpon 100 with 2 installed flushmounts and a mounted scotty rodholder! I sold the tarpon on craigs list for $550. In my opinion the deal was more than fair and I have no problem recommending them. In fact, I did. Ride123 got the same deal the very next day! Anyway thats my 2 cents.
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Just saw this post and the negative comments about adventure sports in Sac. Here is my experience w/ them. A couple years ago, I bought my 07 outback from these guys at the ISE in San Mateo. For $1650 + tax, I received the new 07 outback, w/ fishing package,(wheels, anchor, tackle boxes and bag). They also threw in a free extrasport pfd. AND! They threw in a free Brand New Tarpon 100 with 2 installed flushmounts and a mounted scotty rodholder! I sold the tarpon on craigs list for $550. In my opinion the deal was more than fair and I have no problem recommending them. In fact, I did. Ride123 got the same deal the very next day! Anyway thats my 2 cents.
I'm hoping to get my next yak, a Hobie OB, at the '09 ISE as I remember seeing some pretty good deals last year. I can only hope to stumble across something as good as yours Tok.
Michael
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Sports Chalet Sacramento
2401 Butano Dr
Sacramento, CA 95825-0605
(916) 977-1731
A 1 day rental is considered a 2day rental. $43.10...includes a yak (choices so far I know of are Ocean Kayak Caper or Prowler) plus seat, lifejacket, and paddle.
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Hello all, I am brand new to the group and kayak fishing...I researched and tested various kayaks for several months before settling on the ocean kayak trident prowler 11 angler. As it was winter and the holiday season was near, I was in no hurry to make a purchase and even considered buying a used yak off craigslist. Just after xmas, I saw an ad from Adventure Sports in Sacto listing the kayak for $550 and noted that it was a blem. I called the very next day and the sales person was very helpful. He said the yak was on the floor and that the only blem was a small defect in the sticker. I bought the yak sight unseen and drove up the following weekend. I examing the sticker and could not see any defect or any other defect for that matter. The sales person was very helpful and I took my new yak home being very satisfied. I like to give credit where credit is due and thought I would weigh in on my experience. For info, I took the yak out with my son and his new frenzy last Sunday at Shadow Cliffs. We stuck to just cruzin the lake as it was his first time and had a great time. We getting ready for the next trip, when we fully plan to bring home some fish!
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Hello all, I am brand new to the group and kayak fishing...I researched and tested various kayaks for several months before settling on the ocean kayak trident prowler 11 angler. As it was winter and the holiday season was near, I was in no hurry to make a purchase and even considered buying a used yak off craigslist. Just after xmas, I saw an ad from Adventure Sports in Sacto listing the kayak for $550 and noted that it was a blem. I called the very next day and the sales person was very helpful. He said the yak was on the floor and that the only blem was a small defect in the sticker. I bought the yak sight unseen and drove up the following weekend. I examing the sticker and could not see any defect or any other defect for that matter. The sales person was very helpful and I took my new yak home being very satisfied. I like to give credit where credit is due and thought I would weigh in on my experience. For info, I took the yak out with my son and his new frenzy last Sunday at Shadow Cliffs. We stuck to just cruzin the lake as it was his first time and had a great time. We getting ready for the next trip, when we fully plan to bring home some fish!
Welcome to the Trident's Owner's Group (TOG) !!!
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Found a new place in Ukiah:
Pacific Outfitters
955 North State St.
Ukiah,Ca
They sell Hobie,Ocean Kayak,and Wilderness
some drysuits too
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AQUAN SPORTS
Watersports specialists
(650) 593.6060
FAX (650) 593.2090
EMAIL: info@aquansports.com
http://www.aquansports.com/
840 Brittan Ave.
San Carlos, CA 94070
(right across REI)
* Just an FYI: Aquan Sports now carries Wilderness Systems (besides Ocean Kayaks). NCKA members gets 10% off!!
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Yakdad,
I also got my yak from Adventure Sports (kayak city), and also had a very good experience. I got a good deal on an angler Tarpon 120 with the new hatches. They also gave me a free paddle upgrade. I have been recomending them to my friends and have gone back several times for gear. Helpful staff and a great selection of yaks, I couldn't complain. After reading some previous posts I get the impression that they are getting a bad wrap, just my opinion.
PnP
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I also got my yak from Adventure Sports (kayak city), and also had a very good experience. I got a good deal on an angler Tarpon 120 with the new hatches. They also gave me a free paddle upgrade. I have been recomending them to my friends and have gone back several times for gear. Helpful staff and a great selection of yaks, I couldn't complain. After reading some previous posts I get the impression that they are getting a bad wrap, just my opinion.
They got a bad rap because they were sleezebags.
Glad to hear that maybe they have turned over a new leaf.
Michael
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I think that they have been making changes for the better. I went into Adventure over the weekend and the owner said that they had to part ways with one of their main guys there. He said that there was an issue with a customer that was mistreated so he had to give the guy the boot! Customers first. My experiences have been good, but I glad to hear they are willing to take a stand to ensure good customer service.
PnP
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http://www.clavey.com/.. (http://www.clavey.com/..) These local Sonoma County guys are tops. They helped with almost all the big donations last year at Albion. Small store that really caters to the individuals needs. These guys arent a large corporation, just a hometown feel good place.
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http://www.clavey.com/.. (http://www.clavey.com/..) These local Sonoma County guys are tops. They helped with almost all the big donations last year at Albion. Small store that really caters to the individuals needs. These guys arent a large corporation, just a hometown feel good place.
Yeah last year I stopped by on my way to Albion. Didn't need any gear so I got a hat and shirt. Told them thanks for the support...On a side note I wore the shirt on my flight to Houston I wore the shirt proudly. Nice to help the little guy.
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I always seem to get a good deal at Aquan in San Carlos. Last year I got 25% off a brand new OK Trident 13.
During the Christmas week of 2010. I stopped by there with what I thought was a fix budget. Well I ended up going over. (Somehow feel under my wife's radar) I was given 15% off Kokatat Tempest pants and a complete Thule Rack system $100 below retail, installation included.
I am not affiliated, just passing my savings.
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I had a great experience with Clavey Paddlesports in Petaluma. They have treated me very well.
Clavey Paddlesports
409 Petaluma Blvd. South
Petaluma, CA 94593
800-832-4226
http://www.clavey.com (http://www.clavey.com)
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I had a great experience with Clavey Paddlesports in Petaluma. They have treated me very well.
Clavey Paddlesports
409 Petaluma Blvd. South
Petaluma, CA 94593
800-832-4226
http://www.clavey.com (http://www.clavey.com)
Absolutlely a quality place and people who have been very supportive of ncka...... :smt045
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Head Waters Kayaking is a great place in Lodi, Dan is always very helpful with answering any questions that I have and very helpful with installing accessories on my kayak
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Outback Adventures - Fremont
43905 Hugo Terrace
Fremont, CA 94538
ph: 510-440-8888
Store Hours
Monday - Friday 11-7
Saturday - 10-6
Sunday - Closed
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Just saw this post and the negative comments about adventure sports in Sac. Here is my experience w/ them. A couple years ago, I bought my 07 outback from these guys at the ISE in San Mateo. For $1650 + tax, I received the new 07 outback, w/ fishing package,(wheels, anchor, tackle boxes and bag). They also threw in a free extrasport pfd. AND! They threw in a free Brand New Tarpon 100 with 2 installed flushmounts and a mounted scotty rodholder! I sold the tarpon on craigs list for $550. In my opinion the deal was more than fair and I have no problem recommending them. In fact, I did. Ride123 got the same deal the very next day! Anyway thats my 2 cents.
That's a sweet deal. I put a deposit down on a demo 2012 Revo 13 and it won't be coming with anything except the paddle and the seat. I'm paying 1600 + taxes and oh they are throwing in the turbo fins, is that a good deal still? I heard that the 2013 models will be the same as the 2012 just going up $300. Plus I still get the warranties with it. So I'm under the impression that I got a good deal.
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Are there any shops in the Marin/Sonoma area that carry kayak fishing gear? I need rod holder and other hardware and would like to support locals rather than internet if I can.
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cloestest to you i would check outback adventures next to the ferry in larkspur, also clavey in petaluma and outdoor pro shop in rohnert park carries scotty stuff, hope this helps, cameron
Are there any shops in the Marin/Sonoma area that carry kayak fishing gear? I need rod holder and other hardware and would like to support locals rather than internet if I can.
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Aquan (San Carlos) mentioned in earlier post has Wed night paddle at San Mateo aquatic park, $20, you can try multiple kayaks. Call the store to see if they have what you want to paddle at the boathouse. I had a good time on the Slough paddling under Hwy92. Saw a lot of pelicans and what looked like fish feeding at the surface but didn't have any gear.
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I'm new to the forum and just thought I'd let you know I've started my own kayak touring business on the delta. I will also have rentals available soon, including a Jackson Coosa, Cobra Navigator, Native Redfish 10 and a Redfish 12. I hope to add more in the future. If your looking to rent in the Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley and Discovery Bay area let me know. You can check out my site at deltakayakadventures.com
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Just saw this post and the negative comments about adventure sports in Sac. Here is my experience w/ them. A couple years ago, I bought my 07 outback from these guys at the ISE in San Mateo. For $1650 + tax, I received the new 07 outback, w/ fishing package,(wheels, anchor, tackle boxes and bag). They also threw in a free extrasport pfd. AND! They threw in a free Brand New Tarpon 100 with 2 installed flushmounts and a mounted scotty rodholder! I sold the tarpon on craigs list for $550. In my opinion the deal was more than fair and I have no problem recommending them. In fact, I did. Ride123 got the same deal the very next day! Anyway thats my 2 cents.
That's a sweet deal. I put a deposit down on a demo 2012 Revo 13 and it won't be coming with anything except the paddle and the seat. I'm paying 1600 + taxes and oh they are throwing in the turbo fins, is that a good deal still? I heard that the 2013 models will be the same as the 2012 just going up $300. Plus I still get the warranties with it. So I'm under the impression that I got a good deal.
The revo only went up $50, and you would get the warrantee with any new purchased boat regardless of year. But yes that's a pretty good deal, especially with the turbo fins
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I'm new to the forum and just thought I'd let you know I've started my own kayak touring business on the delta. I will also have rentals available soon, including a Jackson Coosa, Cobra Navigator, Native Redfish 10 and a Redfish 12. I hope to add more in the future. If your looking to rent in the Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley and Discovery Bay area let me know. You can check out my site at deltakayakadventures.com
Congrats on the new endeavor. Get some rod holders mounted on those yaks and wttm.
Eric Morgan
Trident Ultra 4.7
Not the guy selling the Outback
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I'm new to the forum and just thought I'd let you know I've started my own kayak touring business on the delta. I will also have rentals available soon, including a Jackson Coosa, Cobra Navigator, Native Redfish 10 and a Redfish 12. I hope to add more in the future. If your looking to rent in the Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley and Discovery Bay area let me know. You can check out my site at deltakayakadventures.com
I'm excited for you Kathy! I think your new endeavor will do great. We may need to talk about storing some Cuda 12 and Cuda 14 demos at your place so folks don't have to drive all the way to Lodi to test out the Jackson line. Looking forward to working with you more and helping you grow your business. Exciting time for you for sure!
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I'm new to the forum and just thought I'd let you know I've started my own kayak touring business on the delta. I will also have rentals available soon, including a Jackson Coosa, Cobra Navigator, Native Redfish 10 and a Redfish 12. I hope to add more in the future. If your looking to rent in the Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley and Discovery Bay area let me know. You can check out my site at deltakayakadventures.com
I'm excited for you Kathy! I think your new endeavor will do great. We may need to talk about storing some Cuda 12 and Cuda 14 demos at your place so folks don't have to drive all the way to Lodi to test out the Jackson line. Looking forward to working with you more and helping you grow your business. Exciting time for you for sure!
Sounds great Dan!! We'll definitely need to chat. Randy won't let me rent his Cuda. Can't say I blame him :smt003
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Sorry if alrrady known. San Francisco REI do not rent nor have a kayak section.
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Kayak shops for the most part carry only fishing kayaks from a couple of different manufacturers. For the Hobie boats in my area only one shop, Kayak Connection, can order them for you to buy.
Being able to try before you buy is something else entirely. There are demo days but in most cases we would have had to drive 400 miles round trip and tried them out on a lake or in the delta.
Only CCK was able to provide use with an Outback and a Revo 13 to demo the same day and out in SF Bay and able to provides us with both the standard and turbo fin equipped Mirage drives to try with both boats.
We waited several weeks for Kayak Connection to have both models in stock but they would not hold onto them over the weekend and would not provide demos on the weekend. That is why we went to CCK instead to demo and then to buy two of the Revo 13's.
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I believe you had stated earlier that they didn't let you demo it because it was sold already, correct?
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I heard on Friday that Aquan in San Carlos is no longer in business. Anyone able to confirm that?
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New to forum...Headwaters Kayak trip
Recently, after months of research and finally coming to some conclusions I headed down to HEADWATERS KAYAK in Lodi...I was 100% prepared with a million questions and ready to annoy anybody I ran into...
I was met by Dan and Bam in the shop and suddenly felt a sense of hospitality and genuine willingness to get me going in the right direction...needless to say I drove home fully rigged and ready to roll...professionalism, customer service, passion, and friendliness are just a few words I can say about the shop...lifetime customer and supporter...thanks Dan
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Great information on this thread guys!!! I will be checking out a few places mentioned on here and will be giving some feedback!
Cheers
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I heard on Friday that Aquan in San Carlos is no longer in business. Anyone able to confirm that?
I visited this location and it is no longer Aquan. Aquan has been bought out or "taken over" by California Canoe and Kayak. I arrived there at closing time, 5:56 and was disappointed that the door was locked. I was about to leave and I seen someone rush to the door and opened it. A gentlemen told me that he prematurely closed the store and kindly let me in. I told him I was not going to buy anything but had a few questions on kayaks. He had no problem and walked me around the store. Let me sit inside a Hobie and told/showed me a few different kayaks. He informed me that all of the current stock was from Aquan and did not have any regular California Canoe and Kayak merchandise. He did inform me as soon as he would sell any of the stuff he had in stock, they would restock it with their own.
I believe he mentioned there was going to be a grand opening sale in January.
Hope this helps!
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Sports Chalet Sacramento
2401 Butano Dr
Sacramento, CA 95825-0605
(916) 977-1731
A 1 day rental is considered a 2day rental. $43.10...includes a yak (choices so far I know of are Ocean Kayak Caper or Prowler) plus seat, lifejacket, and paddle.
Closed.
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Sports Chalet Sacramento
2401 Butano Dr
Sacramento, CA 95825-0605
(916) 977-1731
A 1 day rental is considered a 2day rental. $43.10...includes a yak (choices so far I know of are Ocean Kayak Caper or Prowler) plus seat, lifejacket, and paddle.
Closed.
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Does any body have a recommendation for a shop that accepts trade-ins towards a new kayak?
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Call Dan at Headwaters Kayak in Lodi. I believe they have taken trades in the past.
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We are still open over here at Monterey Bay Kayaks and still offer discounts for NCKA members.
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Piling on here, Cal Kayak is great, solid people, family-owned, no BS.
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Piling on here, Cal Kayak is great, solid people, family-owned, no BS.
Do you know if they are open now during COVID19 by chance?
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Piling on here, Cal Kayak is great, solid people, family-owned, no BS.
Do you know if they are open now during COVID19 by chance?
Yes they are. Redwood City is open Wednesday-Sunday 11-6 or so by appointment only