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it's hard to try to explain the theory to some adults.

Yes, it is, but in my case, in discussing the "other side".  Does anyone else find it strange that very few have asked about the situations that I have chosen not to wear a PFD?  They are too busy chastising me for not wearing one.

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it's hard to try to explain the theory to some adults.

Yes, it is, but in my case, in discussing the "other side".  Does anyone else find it strange that very few have asked about the situations that I have chosen not to wear a PFD?  They are too busy chastising me for not wearing one.

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And that's your decision to not wear 1 polepole,your a grown man and are well aware of what could happen


Yup.  I was well aware, and decided the risk was minimal.  But somehow, without even asking about or knowing the situations, many people are "willing" to weigh in.

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it's hard to try to explain the theory to some adults.

Yes, it is, but in my case, in discussing the "other side".  Does anyone else find it strange that very few have asked about the situations that I have chosen not to wear a PFD?  They are too busy chastising me for not wearing one.

-Allen
And that's your decision to not wear 1 polepole,your a grown man and are well aware of what could happen


Yup.  I was well aware, and decided the risk was minimal.  But somehow, without even asking about or knowing the situations, many people are "willing" to weigh in.

-Allen
I have only fished the delta and a few lakes and I always wear a pfd,I wouldn't even step foot in my kayak without the proper necessities suit,2 way radio-waterproof and I would never go alone....i have been swimming with someone who claimed they was a excellent swimmer and drowned, the feeling wasn't good and to explain to the dudes family who had no clue where he went was even more difficult,it's very hard mentally.

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it's hard to try to explain the theory to some adults.

Yes, it is, but in my case, in discussing the "other side".  Does anyone else find it strange that very few have asked about the situations that I have chosen not to wear a PFD?  They are too busy chastising me for not wearing one.

-Allen
And that's your decision to not wear 1 polepole,your a grown man and are well aware of what could happen


Yup.  I was well aware, and decided the risk was minimal.  But somehow, without even asking about or knowing the situations, many people are "willing" to weigh in.

-Allen
I have only fished the delta and a few lakes and I always wear a pfd,I wouldn't even step foot in my kayak without the proper necessities suit,2 way radio-waterproof and I would never go alone....i have been swimming with someone who claimed they was a excellent swimmer and drowned, the feeling wasn't good and to explain to the dudes family who had no clue where he went was even more difficult,it's very hard mentally.

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Well, I'm kayaking, not swimming.  I understand the relationship, but what does that have to do with my case?

I've been kayak fishing for ~15 years, with 100's of days on the water.  Other that surf practice, I've only dumped once.  And in that case, I righted the kayak and got back in it so fast that Bushy thought I levitated.  Seriously, I had 2 rods in the rear rod holders and they didn't even have time to slide out.

I don't push it, I'm rarely on the water in any sort of weather.  I plan it that way and choose to fish another day if the weather is iffy.  I'm known as the safe one in my regular circle of adventurers.

Yet somehow, again, people are willing to weigh in without even knowing the details.  I'd be happy to discuss and debate, but it seems too many people's minds are made up.  I'm fine with that, err to the side of caution and what not.  However, I just ask that you all project your thoughts with respect to whomever you are talking to.  Maybe take the time to know the situation, and debate it based on the merits of said situation, vs just blinding chanting the mantra.

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I didn't question your judgment as to those times you chose not to wear a pfd, Allen. You are skilled and knowedgeable, you deemed it appropriate, done.

I presumed you didn't care to divulge that circumstance because you hadn't included it and I was not to going to press the issue. I would have asked in person when I got the chance.

So, the box lid is cracked - fill us in.
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Uh, guys.....I gave the details two days ago?


Archie, Baby.  I am one of the worst PFD Police.  Esp if the yak has a fishing rod on it! 

You can't go anywhere you have to stay here.  And be as emphatic as you like re:  PFD's.  Polepole is being provocative again....

I've moderated my on the water reminders, I used to talk to everyone I saw out there without a PFD on, clipped and zipped.  Now not so much unless they are anglers.  WE each and all are role models.

I ALWAYS wear a PFD even when it's hot.

No one has kayak fished with Polepole more than I, and I can only think on one or two tropical occasions wherein he took off the PFD for comort.  But, both thoe situations I was right there with him, and one or both we had a mothership support coose by. Aand as I said, it was tropical.

I still wore mine.


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I just hope for Kalins' sake you make the right decision as to where and when you chose to wear your PFD . As Effed up as I am , I like you Allen , just hate to see some bad juju happen .
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Uh, guys.....I gave the details two days ago?

Yes, but I thought we could get if direct from Polepole - his frame of mind and rationale.
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I just went into the drink, again, Saturday and thank goodness for a PFD. No energy lost as I tipped my kayak back over and swam to where my feet hit the bottom and reloaded. Thank goodness for the dip, it was 102 outside air temperature and the dunking felt soooooooooooooooo good.
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I'm going to wear one at the swim up bar today!

You should also wear a helmet.
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I'm going to wear one at the swim up bar today!

You should also wear a helmet.

Lmao and a mouth piece.

What time can I start harvesting bearded and or razored clams in Cabo?
« Last Edit: July 10, 2017, 08:04:16 AM by Cabeza de Martillo »
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I'm going to wear one at the swim up bar today!

You should also wear a helmet.

Lmao and a mouth piece.

What time can I start harvesting bearded and or razored clams in Cabo?

Check the latest health advisories and stay safe bro
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I'm going to wear one at the swim up bar today!

You should also wear a helmet.

Lmao and a mouth piece.

What time can I start harvesting bearded and or razored clams in Cabo?

As soon as you are sober enough to assure good judgement!  :smt003 That may preclude it altogether, eh?
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I'm going to wear one at the swim up bar today!

You should also wear a helmet.

Lmao and a mouth piece.

What time can I start harvesting bearded and or razored clams in Cabo?

As soon as you are sober enough to assure good judgement!  :smt003 That may preclude it altogether, eh?

Rule no.  1

No harvesting of Gapers

Rule no. 2

No harvesting of horsenecks

Rule no. 3

Discard all clams exceeding the 3 finger gauge. Refer to rule no. 1

« Last Edit: July 10, 2017, 09:20:16 AM by Cabeza de Martillo »
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2018 JDOTY Noah aka Silent Hunter


 

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