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General Talk / British Columbia Advice?

« on: April 14, 2024, 08:09:58 AM »

I will be in the Whistler/Vancouver Island/sunshine coast area early-mid September this year mainly for mountain biking. But I'm tempted to bring the yak and river gear hopefully to find some salmon. Does anyone have any pointers on kayak fishing this zone? My dad has always told me of stories of heading up to Campbell River with my grandpa for salmon in the 60s w/ a 12' aluminum and doing really well.

I'd maybe be just as stoked spending a few days chasing salmon on rivers w/ bank access.

Thoughts?

Max

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General Fishing Tips / Whiskeytown this Saturday 3/16/24

« on: March 13, 2024, 11:15:01 AM »

I'm planning on chasing Kokanee in Whiskeytown this Saturday. I have leadcore spooled up and ready to go. It's been moderately cold and super rainy the last couple months over there. High water in Whiskeyton now. But it's warming up this week and supposed to be pushing 70 by Saturday. Any intel on general zones to focus/depths/presentations would be appreciated! I'm planning on trolling in the hobie.

Max

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General Fishing Tips / Costa Rica this December

« on: October 10, 2023, 07:38:45 AM »

I’m going to Costa Rica this December for a week! Looking at going to Tamarindo for the first half of the trip and stay in a hostel/surf. I’d love to get out on a boat to hook and line or spearfish. Any recommendations? I’m also trying to see as much as I can down there hikes/wildlife-wise.
Thanks!
Max

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Wanted To Buy / Hobie V2 mirage drive

« on: June 24, 2023, 06:44:14 PM »

I’m looking for a hobie mirage drive V2 for parts. Drive can be non-operational, it’s hard to find the parts I’m looking for.

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General Talk / Oregon Ocean Coho?

« on: June 04, 2023, 12:17:41 PM »

I’m thinking of trying my luck off the southern Oregon coast for coho salmon this summer. Anyone tried off the yak in Oregon for coho? I’m looking for spots between Brookings and Coos bay.

Any tips on good ports/fisheries in this zone would be appreciated!

Thanks,

Max

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Cape Mendo 12/17/22

« on: December 17, 2022, 02:53:40 PM »

Chris and I had a slow start to the morning today, rolled out of Eureka around 930 and launched at the cape around 1130. Fishing was hot. We pulled in a few lings and jumbo rockfish for the first hour. I took a second to take a picture of Chris with lake conditions on the big blue. And then I heard a holy sh*t and a big splash while I was taking the shot and I looked up. The landlord had made an unexpected appearance out of nowhere. It lifted Chris’s front end up, circled back around once aggressively and made another pass. Chris was quick to poke it with his fishing rod and it was gone. Both our adrenaline was pumping and we headed straight back inshore. My first time seeing a white. Neither of us will forget this day.

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General Talk / Fort Bragg reports?

« on: August 01, 2022, 10:48:02 PM »

I’m going to be down in Bragg next weekend. Anyone finding salmon down there? Thinking about heading straight of noyo. Any details appreciated!

Max

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General Talk / Sweat Issues in Hobie Outback

« on: July 17, 2022, 12:26:14 PM »

Hi folks,
I've recently upgraded to a 2014 Hobie outback mirage drive from my early 2000's Necky dolphin. I'm loving it! But I am the sweatiest human I have met (besides my dad). And the transition to the pedal drive platform has caused me some issues with my legs in a farmer john (irritation and infected hair follicles). Has anyone else had these issues? Recommendations? How does the dry suit compare?

Might be TMI but this has been an issue since I've transitioned.

Appreciate any input.

Cheers,

Max

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General Talk / Shelter Cove Reports?

« on: July 01, 2022, 06:20:23 AM »

Any Shelter Cove reports? I’m going to try for chrome the 3rd and 4th. Hoping for chrome!
Max

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For Sale / Costa Norte Rockfish/Salmon Flies

« on: August 08, 2021, 06:23:27 PM »

Costa Norte Flies
Rockfish flies are made of primarily sustainably sourced from the Northern California coast. Each fly is hand tied and patterns are tested by local fisherman in the greater Humboldt area.
Available/in stock

Sand Lance
Great for early-season or high surge ocean salmon trolled behind your favorite dodger.
$10

Rockfish Fly (x2)
Great teaser or double hook setup for all rockfish species.
$8/pack

Cheers!

Max

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Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Trinidad 5/23/21

« on: May 24, 2021, 10:08:51 AM »

Got out near flat iron yesterday for some rock fishing. They liked the anchovy and had a blast hooking a diversity of rockfish! I was probably fishing for 1.5 hrs and could have landed a limit but decided to let most go. I couldn’t help retaining that nice vermillion and canary. Too pretty! With the high winds and big swell this spring it has kept a lot of us off the water. Our local ocean-going salmon have been enjoying themselves out there I’m sure! High nw winds and cold cold ocean temperature anomalies all late winter/spring unlike we’ve had in a few years bodes well.

I also scored 3 legal dungees after sorting through many clickers...

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Other Kayaks / Necky Dolphin Rudder System?

« on: January 22, 2021, 09:56:25 AM »

Hi Everyone,

I picked up a Necky Dolphin about 2 years ago now and it has opened my eyes to the fishing possibilities in our coastal waters. Kayaking is a radical experience and I love to do it! One of my favorite fishing techniques is trolling a double deep six for salmon. I'm sure anyone that has done that out of a yak knows about the extreme drag/constant battle to stay straight you experience.

I've seen a few pictures of Necky Dolphins equipped with a rudder system.

Does anyone have experience with installation on these models and know of a good aftermarket rudder/assembly to purchase?

Much appreciated,
Max

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General Talk / Shipping Fish

« on: May 13, 2020, 06:09:10 PM »

I am fortunate to have access to some fishing opportunities and want to send some fish to my parents that have not left their house since the "SIP". Any suggestions on best methods for shipping fillets? Re-usable gel packs? Packaging?
Thanks for any pointers.

- Max

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Wanted To Buy / Want to Buy a Hobie

« on: April 09, 2020, 10:45:18 AM »

I'm looking for a used hobie during the SIP.

I've decided it's time to cave to the darkside in pursuit of our friends in Osteichthyes...

I'm located in Arcata, CA.

Cheers and stay healthy!

Max

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Craftsmen's Corner / Kayak Skid Plate

« on: March 02, 2020, 01:48:06 PM »

I'm interested in buying or crafting a durable skid plate for my necky dolphin kayak. any recommendations on materials that work well and protect against beach launches?

- Max

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