California Canoe and Kayak in Oakland carry Jackson. If they don't have it, they can order it. I tested a Cuda there. They are right on the water and have a lot of rentals. I ended up with the Kraken 15.5.

Thanks guys. Weather was great. Stayed north. Got a lot bites right away inside Cove where there is a shelf. All small though. Through back a couple of cabezons, and a ling. Ended up with a big grass rockfish in this area 31/2lbs. Went outside Cove a little north. Caught one ling, only 23". Enough for dinner though!

Thinking about launching my Kraken from Shelter Cove at Pebble Beach to do a little rock fishing. Anyone familiar with the area? Perhaps you could point me in the right direction.

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Thanks for everybody's advice! My Jackson Kraken 15.5 Elie was delivered last night! Going to OC for week at end of month. Can't wait!

Thanks Racin Rob. So much good info. The Kraken is more expensive but looks like it comes with a lot more gear. I do a lot of paddling in the drift, and I think a kayak designed for the ocean is the way to go. California Kayak in Oakland has both those boats and will let me test both in the estuary. I've been fishing out of an old Hobie Odesy. I have never fallen out. But it is not stable. Can't wait to upgrade. Hopefully I will run in to some of you guys. You've all been so helpful. Much appreciated.

I go there a couple times a year. All the kelp is gone from sea urchins. Not as many blacks and blues. I did really well last summer with the lings using soft plastic and jig heads. A lot of guys fish near the shore, but I have have better luck further out with the lings.

I'm glad I got on this forum. Thanks for all of the info, and the offer. I think I can try both at Cal Kayaks in Oakland. I know they have a Cuda demo. Haven't checked on Krakens yet. Are the Krakens very stable for fishing? They look fast.

I have been fishing with an older Hobie paddle kayak. I want to upgrade. I have been checking out the Cuda HD from Jackson. I mainly like off shore rock fishing. Any suggestions on other kayaks or comments on the Cuda would be appreciated.