Not sure what the regulations are in that area, or which vessel do it, but generally, trawling is done with a large cone shaped net dragged behind a fishing vessel, with two large "doors" on either side of the net to hold it open.  Some bottom trawl nets have gear that keeps the net a certain distance above the bottom to keep it from snagging on rocks and reefs, but generally the process is the same. 

This method is used a lot, all over the world.  In the Bering Sea, the fishing vessels are very large, and haul in 300' long nets with thousands of pounds of fish in each haul, then pump the fish directly to processing vessels.  These vessels clean and filet the fish, flash freeze, and package for deep freezing.  Sometimes they also bread and flash fry for products like fish patties and fish sticks.  McDonald's Filet O' Fish is prepared in this method, from pollock caught in the Bering Sea.  Most of the product from the processor vessels is ready for market.

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Good move wrt both blacks and verms, IMHO. And it's interesting that there is no sub-limit on canaries, as only recently we couldn't keep any...

I've been seeing a lot more canaries this year, especially smaller ones.  Good sign the closure might have done something. 

Agree with the verm limit, and also stoked at the possibility of up to 10 cabs. 

Not the worst reg. changes we've had over the years.

Just anecdotal, but when canaries were no-take, I used to catch them all the time. Almost as soon as take was allowed, I didn�t see many. I�m guessing they might be more susceptible to fishing pressure than some other types of RF.

Any cab-fishing advice? I think they are excellent eating, but I rarely catch any...

SMC has cabzilla city. You wont have problem catching them until you get sick of them..

Cabs are one my fave - can't really get sick of those!

Jumping in the ring this year. Looking forward to the challenge! Let's go!

We have been using Bixpy for over three years using several installation methods, including a Mirage drive insert, side mount, and rudder mount.

Paul

Hey Paul, what is your preferred installation, and on which hull?  I have a non-Hobie tandem I've been thinking of motorizing, definitely interested to hear from someone who has tried different methods.  I figure side mount is probably easiest to rig - sort out a bracket and clamp on the motor and off to the races.  But if rudder mount or through the drive hole is better for fishing, maybe I should focus/plan on that instead? 

Looks legit.  Did you break a cable? There has got to be a DIY for this. Those are fairly simple parts. I bet the chain is the same dimensions as a bicycle chain, width and link length.

I've broken a few cables/shafts on mine - I think my next pedal kayak is going to have a propeller style drive.  Seems much simpler, and I bet easier on my damaged knees.

An SUV is tempting because I could still use it to commute if I end up having to do so again.  Toyota and Acura are two of my favorite manufacturers I am surprised I didn't think to look at them before so will do some searching on them now.

Was just reading about Suburbans having bad transmissions, anyone have first hand experience with that as an issue?  They also seem to be some of the lowest priced options in the used market.  Are Tahoe's better/same?

I really don't want something as heavy as 5-6K pounds, more around 3K, but dont want to worry about being underpowered either. 

Appreciate the suggestions everyone!  I've been thinking about this for far too long and want to do more extended trips.

I think you should pin down what trailer you want, and then look at the next size larger for specs.  Use 15% of the total weight of the trailer for tongue weight - this counts against your total tow vehicle payload.  Add a 25-30% margin for trailer weight to determine vehicles with appropriate tow ratings.  Then look at the length of your trailer.  Longer trailers should be towed with longer vehicles. There are several online calculators for that.

So, for my situation, I knew I wanted to tow a 28' trailer. Average weight there for lightweight trailers is in the 8000lb range, so around 1200lbs tongue weight.  So, right off the bat, that eliminated basically all of the SUVs, and most half ton trucks. Many large SUVs might fit the weight limit, but not the payload limit.  I found that certain equipment packages on the F150 and Silverados put me in the envelope, so I looked at those. My truck, as equipped, has a 1900lb payload rating and 13,000lb tow rating - both well within the specs for the size trailer I wanted to tow.

Keep in mind though, I have 3 kids, two dogs, and a gear obsession. So, that payload number creeps up real quick. Most vehicles assume 150lbs for the driver and a full tank of gas - anything else in the vehicle counts against payload. So, with the other 50lbs of me, my wife, kids, dogs, and random gear, we are VERY close to the 1900lb payload capacity of the truck.

Also consider gearing - low gears always tow easier. SUVs, especially front wheel biased SUVs, are gonna have really high gears to meet mileage benchmarks, which makes them less than ideal for towing. I would avoid front wheel biased SUVs for towing anything other than light weight utility trailers, ie kayaks.

Suburbans and Tahoes have the same engines/transmissions. The Tahoe is just the short version, suburban the longer. Older Suburban models can be found in 3/4 ton config - those are a different beast entirely. The engines are generally LS series V8s, as good as American has ever made, but the rest of the vehicle tends to have little problems. The transmissions are hit and miss.

Toyotas are great, but for towing, you probably want a Tundra, Sequoia, or Land Cruiser - those are all pretty pricey relative to American equivalents.

Dodge/Ram - meh. I'm not a fan, haha.

I went with Ford because the 3.5l Ecoboost hit the power/mileage venn diagram for me. Older trucks have a 6 speed, newer ones have a 10 speed, and they are both rock solid. I should also note that in newer models, Ford is the only American with a low range transfer case available in standard 4x4 models (without off-road package). Important for if you ever get a boat and are trying to trailer on a steep, slimy ramp.

Also - nothing wrong with commuting in a truck . They often get the same or better mileage as similarly capable SUVs. With the stock size tires, I averaged 23mpg with mine. My FIL with the 2.7l Ecoboost gets 26 with his. Both are better than my Honda Pilot...

Anyone have a spare Garmin transducer, that works with the Striker 4, laying around? I got another kayak and would love to be able to use my current ff on both.

I have the same dillema... Wanted to order a second transducer and realized that they are almost as much as the unit itself.  Oof. 

I have not been hearing good stuff about the Lightning�s towing capabilities.

I think most complaints are with the range - extra load kills the battery life. 

I'm still wondering why Ford chose the luxo-level supercrew configuration for the first interation of the electric F150?  Where are the electric fleet vehicles?  Those make more sense to me - the parts delivery or jobsite services trucks that literally go across town to deliver or fix something, then get plugged in for the rest of the day.