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Kayak Fishing Zone => Fishing Tournaments and Events => Topic started by: Tim on July 27, 2017, 06:49:08 PM

Title: Salmon fishing
Post by: Tim on July 27, 2017, 06:49:08 PM
Salmon are on the chomp,I highly recommend anyone who salmon fishes to hop on this occasion,the bites ego down at pacifica,moss beach area in 200 feet of water.

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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: krusty on July 27, 2017, 07:51:30 PM
I highly recommend anyone even remotely thinking about doing this on a kayak to first consult a map.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Cowman on July 27, 2017, 09:02:51 PM
I highly recommend anyone even remotely thinking about doing this on a kayak to first consult a map.
Hey don't tell me what to do


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: DeltaYakR on July 28, 2017, 07:22:18 AM
I'd jump on a charter and call it a day without lugging the yak and gear for some chrome. Most boats are getting limits in an hour or two for 20 people. Back at the dock before noon.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 08:15:26 AM
I'd jump on a charter and call it a day without lugging the yak and gear for some chrome. Most boats are getting limits in an hour or two for 20 people. Back at the dock before noon.
They are within kayak range off HMB right  now.

And... you know... we like kayaking.


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: piski on July 28, 2017, 10:26:26 AM
I'd jump on a charter and call it a day without lugging the yak and gear for some chrome. Most boats are getting limits in an hour or two for 20 people. Back at the dock before noon.
They are within kayak range off HMB right  now.

And... you know... we like kayaking.

Oh Sh*t, must be on the wrong forum.  :smt005
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: RacinRob on July 28, 2017, 10:31:43 AM
I guess if you want to pay $150 for two salmon and not have a lot of fun doing it charters are the way to go. I prefer to paddle/pedal, take in the scenery, not smell diesel, challenge my self a bit, put one in the tankwell, and CNR a few more before keeping my second when the bite is hot, but that is just me. I am sure no one else here feels the same way.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 11:06:35 AM
Haha!

I do enjoy a day on a party boat now and then when the fish are out of range or the weather sucks. It can be a lot of fun if you end up with a good group. It still doesn't compare to the huge challenge and reward of catching salmon from a kayak.


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: matanaska on July 28, 2017, 01:25:37 PM
I guess if you want to pay $150 for two salmon and not have a lot of fun doing it charters are the way to go. I prefer to paddle/pedal, take in the scenery, not smell diesel, challenge my self a bit, put one in the tankwell, and CNR a few more before keeping my second when the bite is hot, but that is just me. I am sure no one else here feels the same way.

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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: greenthumbrian on July 28, 2017, 02:02:47 PM
Anybody considering heading out this weekend?  I bought a new (used) Hobie Revo and have been itching to take it out...I am an experienced fisherman, just not from a kayak in the ocean  :smt010.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 02:16:40 PM
Unfortunately I can't fish this weekend. Maybe next.

I'm sure there will be at least a few guys fishing at Half Moon Bay (HMB) this weekend.

Do you have the bare necessities for ocean kayaking? Wetsuit (or drysuit), PFD, and handheld VHF radio?


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: greenthumbrian on July 28, 2017, 02:45:11 PM
I have everything except a VHF radio  - been looking for a good one but I was having trouble finding one with good reviews.  Any suggestions on a good model?
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: yakyakyak on July 28, 2017, 02:46:55 PM
I have everything except a VHF radio  - been looking for a good one but I was having trouble finding one with good reviews.  Any suggestions on a good model?

Standard Horizon, any floating model and would get the most that you can afford.  I wouldn't go out on the ocean without one. 

Title: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 02:57:28 PM
Icomm and Standard Horizon are both good brands. I personally use Icomm.

I personally chose a model that doesn't float (Icomm M73). It's less bulky than the floating models and it has a longer battery life. (They make them float by shaving battery weight and increasing the size of the housing until it's less dense than water.) I also have a floating Icomm that I use as a spare/loaner. It's a good radio, I just don't like the bulkiness.

Whether you choose a floating model or not, it should be leashed to your PFD (not to your kayak - in case you get separated). The leash pretty much negates the need for a floating radio. It ain't going anywhere.


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 03:00:17 PM
Definitely avoid West Marine brand radios. I had several of those fail on me before I switched to Icomm. They were all replaced under warrantee, but I can't be confident in a piece of essential safety gear that's already proven itself to be unreliable...


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: greenthumbrian on July 28, 2017, 03:05:45 PM
Well darn...looks like I have to buy a new toy now!
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Str8FishiN on July 28, 2017, 03:07:27 PM
CHROME CHASERS!!!....mount up!!! 
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: yakyakyak on July 28, 2017, 03:12:16 PM
Icomm and Standard Horizon are both good brands. I personally use Icomm.

I personally chose a model that doesn't float (Icomm M73). It's less bulky than the floating models and it has a longer battery life. (They make them float by shaving battery weight and increasing the size of the housing until it's less dense than water.) I also have a floating Icomm that I use as a spare/loaner. It's a good radio, I just don't like the bulkiness.

Whether you choose a floating model or not, it should be leashed to your PFD (not to your kayak - in case you get separated). The leash pretty much negates the need for a floating radio. It ain't going anywhere.


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+1.  I use the below to clip the radio to my PFD (I crimped the ends just to be sure it won't separate under stress).

http://thekayakfishingstore.com/product/seattle-sports-dry-doc-leash/

Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Chet on July 28, 2017, 03:19:26 PM
I have a Standard Horizon HX300 for sale. Do a search here, very popular and good radio.
If interested PM me.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: greenthumbrian on July 28, 2017, 03:30:11 PM
Thanks for the info, guys!

Chet - I think a GPS-capable unit may be best for me...If and when I hook a big 'un and get pulled out to sea  :smt009
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 04:13:46 PM
Thanks for the info, guys!

Chet - I think a GPS-capable unit may be best for me...If and when I hook a big 'un and get pulled out to sea  :smt009
If you don't have one already, I highly recommend a sonar unit that includes GPS. I'm happy with my Lowrance Hook 5 unit. Being able to plot your tracks, and mark reefs, etc, is priceless

I also keep a handheld Garmin GPS in a dry bag in the hull (with spare batteries) and I keep my iPhone (in a waterproof case) in one of my PFD pockets.

Some might say thats overkill, but I say "Better safe than sorry"...


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: greenthumbrian on July 28, 2017, 04:18:36 PM
Thanks Alex - I do have a GPS-enabled sonar unit (Hook 4).  I also have a standalone GPS that is much more accurate and user-friendly for marking hot spots, so I will likely bring that as well - in addition to my iPhone in a Lifeproof case.

I'm with you - better safe than sorry!
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on July 28, 2017, 04:59:27 PM
Thanks Alex - I do have a GPS-enabled sonar unit (Hook 4).  I also have a standalone GPS that is much more accurate and user-friendly for marking hot spots, so I will likely bring that as well - in addition to my iPhone in a Lifeproof case.

I'm with you - better safe than sorry!
Right on! Sounds like you're good to go as soon as you score a radio. (Or borrow one - many of us have loaner we can share.)


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Rush fan on July 28, 2017, 08:10:59 PM
I've been fishing off the kayak for salmon 4 times now. Not tooo into going out alone on my kayak.  Anyone into going out of HMB tomorrow?
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Tim on July 29, 2017, 03:35:58 AM
Good luck guys,I hooked 4 salmon last weekend on the lovely Martha and.brought the 2 biggest home.took 5 hours to get 61 fish for the boat.then I saw a buddy he had 6 customers on his 6 pack boat catch 12 salmon in 25 minutes.

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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Fish67 on July 31, 2017, 04:40:45 PM
Salmon season is insane! Have limited every time I go. Salty Lady and New Rayanne are the two boats I go on.


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on August 01, 2017, 06:46:45 PM
Salmon season is insane! Have limited every time I go. Salty Lady and New Rayanne are the two boats I go on.


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What's stopping you from chasing them from your kayak?


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Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Fishcomb on August 01, 2017, 07:14:45 PM
Why is this in the fishing events/tourney sub forum?
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: Fish67 on August 01, 2017, 09:34:11 PM
Salmon season is insane! Have limited every time I go. Salty Lady and New Rayanne are the two boats I go on.


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What's stopping you from chasing them from your kayak?


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My skills... I'm new to kayak fishing and no where near ready to tackle the ocean. Next season, I will try, but for now I need to build up my skills.
Title: Re: Salmon fishing
Post by: AlexB on August 02, 2017, 07:08:02 AM
Salmon season is insane! Have limited every time I go. Salty Lady and New Rayanne are the two boats I go on.


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What's stopping you from chasing them from your kayak?


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My skills... I'm new to kayak fishing and no where near ready to tackle the ocean. Next season, I will try, but for now I need to build up my skills.
Ah. Understood.


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