Have an extra spear gun laying sround?

I have used a Hawaiian pole spear but it is way too slow.  I would like to try out spear fishing.  Not looking for anything expensive, just something to see if I like it.


Single band is fine
Something around 60cm or good for shallow diving rockfish

I could work a trade
- I have a ton of new/once used saltwater reels
- .22 bullets, .45 acp and .45lc
- reloading equipment
- construction tools!  (Lots of extra hand tools)

Let me know!

Since the Albion registration is closed I'm SOL.  Just got the days off and a trip planned up north to Manchester next weekend.  I want to pick a few abbs and fish a little.  I'm sure I can find a few abbs but does anyone have any pointers on fishing the Point Arena area? 

It was about 25-30 lbs
Caught out of the bay in Southern Carmel.

Video for a better look.

I got them from the Castro valley sportsmanship shop and the lady won't tell me the brand name or who makes them.  I catch a ton of fish on this pattern and always get asked who makes the "Rasta" pattern...

Anyone know?  If not the same exact ones, one that are close?

My dad is going to try out kayak fishing for the first time next weeken at del Val.  Any tips for him to catch some fish?  I only fish the ocean...

Price - $800 regular - $700 on sale

EXCELLENT starter kayak.
Best kayak under $1000 - hands down!

Look - 8/10
Speed - 3/10
Stability - 9/10
Durability - 7/10
Features - 7/10
Value - 9/10

Yes, some will turn there nose up to the fact that this is a "bass pro" kayak as I did myself.  But in all honesty, I got this kayak brand new for what I would spend on a rod/pole setup (with a discount and basspro cards)  I couldn't turn down the opportunity at testing it out for under $300.

If your budget is $1000 or less, you can't do any better unless you buy used.

Launching in a mild surf was fine with no issues.  Due to the naturally buoyant and stability of the yak it cut thru the wake very easy.

Warranty is one year mechanical or durability.

Look - all in personal perspective.  I like the color options but they should offer the standard yellow, red or orange.  Layout looks  good to the naked eye and there is obviously a ton of deck space.

Speed - wow, this thing is a beast.  I'm not into kayaks for speed but my perception and Hobie can do circles around this guy.  But it's the difference between a hummer and a civic...  Tracking is great but it should be since its upwards of 80lbs.

Stability - Wow, Never thought I could stand up In a kayak in the ocean...  But on this guy I did.  Very surprised on the ability to handle choppy waters and wakes.  Cuts thru the wakes like a delta boat.  This sold me on the kayak the most.  While pulling in a 33" ling on the yak, putting all my weight in one spot, off center, I never felt that I was going to roll.

Durability - Only owned a short while, but seems like everything is stout and stable.  The seat could use a few more modifications.  Such as, a bracket or locking mechanism to mount seat when you find your "spot".

Features - it's a mixed bag, tons of features that otherwise would be in high end kayaks.  The raised seat is a huge plus.  The hatch between your legs is a GREAT spot to put fish/tackle or a lunch.  It has foam blockers so nothing rolls around the boat and becomes unreachable.  I fit a full limit of fish (rocks/lings/cabbies) and still had a ton more room.  With that said, the hatches DO LEAK.  You need to take them off and silicone them.  A major flaw but a very easy fix.  First time out I had upwards of 3 gallons of water in the hull. (5 hours of choppy water)

Location of front pole holders was a total downer and a joke.  If they were 8" closer they would be useable.  But as they are now, they are pointless.  Paddle holders are great, but would rather have a strap then clips as the clips will eat away in the saltwater. 

Value - An overall good value.  In fact I would say this has to be the best value under $1000 that I could find.  If you want the feel and features of a high end kayak but at a small price tag, this is the yak for you.

PROS -
Value
Deck space
Stability
Raised seat
Useable deck hatches

CONS -
Placement of pole holders
Leaks
Speed
Weight (80lbs unloaded)

Well my local stores don't have jig heads that weigh more than 2oz.  Those don't work so well with 9" hammers and jugs.  . I wanted something like 6oz!

So being who I am, I wanted to get setup for my trip tomorrow and make a few if heads out of whatever I could find and have laying around...  Now, I will never buy another jig head!  I will make these little buggers!

6oz triangle weights
30lbs rings
#8 mustard bait hooks (straightned)

Paint any color and only $1.50 each!!!