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Safety First / ACR ResQLink + PLB

« on: December 17, 2013, 09:04:10 AM »

So I do paddle solo on the ocean from time to time in remote areas and have been carrying an ACR AquaFix 406 EPIRB (center) for the last 5 years. Luckily have never had to use it. After 5 years you have to replace the batteries and found out it would be $250 to have the new battery installed so I bought an ACR ResQlink+ (2881) PLB (left) instead for the same price. About half the size and weight of my EPIRB and it has a built in strobe and it floats. Smaller than an Iphone 5 (right) as far as length and width but much thicker (1 ½”). Probably use it for hiking and skiing also.

PLB's are commonly used by sea kayakers in Australia and New Zealand and I believe they they are required on all vessels more than 2 miles offshore. In the U.S., they are less commonly used by kayakers. Now that they have come down in cost and size, hopefully more kayakers will use them. Here is an interesting discussion about PLB's and kayakers. http://theartofpaddling.com/2012/08/10/personal-locator-beacons-and-me/

As far as EPIRB vs PLB vs SPOT, here is a nice review:
http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Personal-Locator-Beacon-Reviews/buying-advice

For Sale / Dog PFD - Medium Size - Free

« on: December 10, 2013, 07:47:17 AM »

Molly outgrew this medium size Fido Float pretty quickly. Will deliver to Crabfest 2014.

Craftsmen's Corner / Battman has a New Weapon

« on: December 09, 2013, 10:14:24 AM »

In 2012, Dave Batt helped rescue my friend Sonny…
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=37933.msg408638#msg408638
And my friend Gabe…
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=40501.0
And returned a lost GoPro…
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=42527.msg468018#msg468018

Although I had never fished with Dave, I was impressed with Dave’s courage and integrity and decided to build him a rod. Finally met him at Crab Fest earlier this year and he picked out the colors for his rod. The original plan was to finish it for the rockfish opener, but work, chrome obsession and the death of some close friends set my rod building back. I did end up fishing with Dave at Bodega and he schooled me.

I chose an MHX L905 blank which is excellent for fishing swim baits D.C. style or bottom bouncing. Light weight but plenty of backbone. Match it with a Lexa or Revo and you have a real ling or hali slayer. Well the rod is done and worthy of the Battman.

Scott

Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / The Usual Place 12/8

« on: December 07, 2013, 09:09:37 AM »

I will be launching from the usual place at the usual time home in time for the niners game. If the fan is on, I won't be out there too long. Company welcome.

Site Discussion / Should the "Hook Up" Section be Members Only

« on: December 05, 2013, 08:50:49 AM »

Personally, if I post a hook up, I don't care who reads it. I am suspicious that the crab thieves may be using our hookup threads to time when to raid our pots. Will give some examples tonight. So what do others think?

Hookups and Fishing Reports (Viewable by Public) / Belly Buster Pizza Challenge - Thursday 12/19/13 Santa Clara

« on: December 03, 2013, 06:32:39 PM »

It started last year with the Pho Challenge.
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=43322.0

Luckily we NCKA competed before they went out of business. There were no winners, and no take home food.

This year the quest to challenge the 7 biggest bay area meals continues http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/top-lists/bay-areas-7-most-massive-menu-items/

And this year challenge is the the BELLY BUSTER PIZZA!!!
http://www.pizzapartyonline.com/bellybuster.html

Date: Thursday, 12/19/13 at 630-7 PM
Location:
Pizza Party
3581 Homestead Road
Santa Clara, California 95051
(408)248-5680

Who is going to be there...
GB2*
Yakuza AKA...???*
A Garcia*
Eric B*
Str8FISHIN
Cabeza de Martillo
Alien
Smoke on the Water
Fishing Addict
LapuLapu
SCTrace*
IROLIKETHAT
HamachiJohn
Nudling
CK
Shicken
Dry Bones
EWB
Jason's Friend
Bloodbath

* competitors

Favorite Lure Gift Exchange
Bring your favorite lure ($5-10) wrapped so you can't see what it is. It should be new or in very good condition. It should be something you have caught many big fish on. No gag gifts (example, banana peels, used condoms). We will run it white elephant style so when your number comes up you can choose an unopened gift or take a gift from someone else.

Official White Elephant Rules:

How to Play the Game
1. The rules can vary but the most basic directions are below.

2. Everyone brings an inexpensive gift to the party.

3. All gifts should be wrapped with no outside markings. You shouldn't know who the gifts are from, what they are or who they are for.

4. Everyone puts their gift in a pile.

5. Everyone draws a number (1 to however many people are playing)

6. Number 1 goes first, picks and unwraps a gift.

7. Number 2 can pick another gift or "steal" an unwrapped gift. If an unwrapped gift is "stolen," the person it is stolen from can then "steal" or pick a wrapped gift.

8. The next person's turn occurs after a wrapped gift is open.

9. The game ends when all gifts are unwrapped.Rules

1. A gift can not be "stolen" more than twice. So whoever steals it second gets the gift.

2. A gift can not be immediately stolen back by the person it was stolen from.

3. All gifts must be kept in plain sight.Tip: If there is a gift you want, wait to steal it. If you are the second person to steal it, you get to keep it.

Lets get it on!!!

General Talk / 521 Mccovey Burger Challenge?

« on: December 02, 2013, 01:17:16 PM »

Looks like none of last years Pho Challenge contestants is up for a rematch so how about a 4 pound burger? Nice selection of beer to wash it down. Centrally located in Walnut Creek.

In case you missed the Pho Challenge last year....

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=43322.0

For Sale / Daiwa Lexa 300 on Sale Amazon @ 9:40 AM Today

« on: December 02, 2013, 07:10:55 AM »

One of the cyber Monday deals today. Doesn't say what the price is yet but they have right and left handed reels.

Recipes / Singapore Pepper Crabs

« on: November 28, 2013, 11:12:44 AM »

Pepper crab is the other popular crab dish in Singapore. Because the dish is largely oyster sauce and pepper, get the good stuff. I serve this as a first course with Hainanese chicken rice as the second course for an all Singapore meal.

Singapore Black Pepper Crabs
Adapted from Steven Ng, Shangri-La Hotel

Ingredients (serves 2-4)
2 Large Dungeness Crabs, cooked and cleaned. Cut each body section in half and remove the legs. Using the back of a heavy knife, crack the shell of each leg joint (without breaking them into pieces)
6 Tbsp Butter
6 Cloves Garlic, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
2 Tbsp Coarsely Ground Tellicherry Black Peppercorns
½ tsp Freshly Ground White Pepper
4 tsp Chinese rice wine
Sauce:
1/4 cup oyster sauce (Lee Kum Kee brand)
2 tsp light soy sauce
2 tsp dark soy sauce
2 1/2 tsp sugar or to taste
1 ¼ cup water
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed in ¼ cup water
Garnish
1 green onion, sliced
2 red Thai chili or red jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped

Directions
Dry fry the black peppercorn on a low heat until fragrant, and set aside.

Melt the butter, and mix in the shallots and garlic and stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Add crab, stir fry over medium high heat for 1-2 minutes; add black pepper and white pepper, de-glaze with Chinese rice wine.

Add water, oyster sauce, both soy sauces and sugar. Lower heat, cover with lid and let braise over moderate heat for 3-4 minutes. Adjust seasonings, thicken with cornstarch, transfer to plate. Topped with garnish, serve immediately.

Kayak Sailing / Road Trip to Texas?

« on: November 23, 2013, 05:22:00 PM »

I wonder if papa Bill knows these guys...

Safety First / Pincer Injuries from Crabs

« on: November 18, 2013, 10:17:10 AM »

Had a bad pincer injury to my thumb yesterday and by this morning had an infection with an abscess which I drained. Guess those crab pincers are pretty dirty as far as bacteria. I cleaned it on the water with hand disinfectant but it still got infected. Anybody use gloves that they would recommend?

Tx Scott

General Talk / Happy Birthday Molly!

« on: October 30, 2013, 02:30:19 PM »

Molly is 5 years old, middle aged by retriever years. So why does she act like a puppy?

The best fishing buddy you could ever want. The mods un-stikied my excellent article on "Kayak Fishing with Dogs", but some nice pics of the life of Molly.
http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=21852.0

Life is good. Scott

Recipes / Singapore Chili Crab

« on: October 29, 2013, 07:43:12 AM »

This dish is no ka oi. One of Karen's favorite dishes. Use Thai chilis if you can find them.

Singapore Chili Crab

Ingredients: (Serves 2-4)
2 Dungeness Crab, cooked, cleaned and cracked
3 Tablespoons peanut oil
8 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 shallot, roughly chopped
8-10 fresh red Thai chili or red jalapeno roughly chopped
1 egg
2 green onions, cut into finger length
1 lime, juiced
1 small bunch cilantro, chopped
Sauce:
1 cup warm water
5 Tablespoons tomato catsup
3 Tablespoons sugar
1 ½ teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon brown bean sauce or dark miso
¼ teaspoon salt

Directions:
Mix together the sauce ingredients and set aside.

Heat the oil in a wok or shallow saucepan over high heat. Add garlic and shallot stir-fry for 1 minute. Add the chili, stir-fry till fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the crab and stir fry for 1-2 minutes. Add the sauce and bring to a boil turning the crab so all of the pieces are coated. Turn the heat down to medium low, cover and simmer 2-3 minutes. Break egg into the wok and stir with a fork until cooked, about 1 minute. Squeeze the lime juice and stir in scallions. Transfer to a plate and garnish with cilantro. Note: You can make this dish with raw crab which is cracked and cleaned. The stir-fry step would be longer, until the shells are red and the simmer stage 5-10 minutes.

General Fishing Tips / Crab Pot Theft - Fact or Fiction

« on: October 28, 2013, 02:13:32 PM »

Let's get some numbers on this problem. Thanks! Scott

For Sale / Yakima 5' bars with rail mounts

« on: October 06, 2013, 03:12:00 PM »

I switched to Thule bars for my new ride. My old bars are being offered for free with 2 conditions,
#1 You have to pick them up at Joels Memorial, the HMB crab opener or Crabfest 2014
#2 You donate something to PIF 2014 or buy a PIF raffle ticket.

They are 15 years old and kind of beat up but work fine.

Scott