Here's what I consider the best rig for the clip. The game clip tied to a stainless steel spring clip with a short rope and then clip that into a stainless steel padeye thats bolted on to the kayak with a small piece of backing to keep it from tearing out.

Quote from: FriedKalamari on November 15, 2017, 09:05:35 PM

on that note why's a game clip necessary?

kill fish, cut gill , throw in cooler bag?

Why is the game clip necessary?  Because unless you plan on keeping your fish inside your hull, your fish will disappear from your tankwell from waves/surf, seals, or the zombie fish resuscitating/coming back to life and jumping back into the ocean. And if your gameclip isn't clipped onto your yak, it will sink to the bottom of the sea... it's probably happened to almost everybody, which is why most of us have bought more than one in our lifetime... lol.

Hmm I see.  I think I was expecting to put em in there (the hull) or in bag shoved under the bungees in the rear on the yak.  I don't plan on hauling shopping baskets and my wheeleez in the back.  Will research this more thanks guys!!

I haven't carried a bonker for years, but if I did I would prefer wood to aluminium, because f=ma.

It is a good idea to dress for immersion.

The cheapest, standard, and arguable safer option is the 3mm farmer john wetsuit with a front zip.
https://www.nrs.com/product/17266.03/nrs-mens-30-farmer-john-wetsuit


Also 5 mm neoprene boots are a good idea.
https://www.nrs.com/product/30034.03/nrs-mens-paddle-wetshoe

thanks it may have slipped past everyone but in the first post but i do have a farmer john wetsuit and booties covered 

go with the absolute minimum, then add things as you go.  You might buy things that you don't end up using... like a lot of us who post things for sale in the Classified section of the forum...

on that note why's a game clip necessary?

kill fish, cut gill , throw in cooler bag?

Also you are required to carry a net of at least 18" diameter.

You can get a less expensive compass.  A suunto or ritchie should run about $40 for a decent one.  Carry a second orienteering compass as a backup.

A standard fox 40 whistle is fine.  $6 at walmart.

You need a net minimum 18" opening.

drysuit or wetsuit.

Sticky at the top of the safety forum:

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=27534.0

Good call on the net didn't realize this was actually a requirement.

OOOhhhh.... vicarious shopping!
Radio seems fine.  I have the Standard Horizon HX300, which I really like. Don't have any experience with Uniden.
For PFD, I'd go with a brand for kayak anglers, which has more pockets.
Marine compass... I don't have.  My backup for the compass on my FF is a whistle/compass combo found online and at REI, much cheaper, smaller, kill 2 birds with 1 stone.
Waterproof backpack... I don't use, I'm more of a minimalist though.  A small drybag may meet your needs... unless you got a lot of stuff you plan on taking in your yak.  I try to fit everything in my Plano box.
Fish bat?  Don't use one.  I use a knife to stab the ling's brain, cut gills, then clip... or buy a small metal pipe at HD for fraction of the price.
Downrigger? For ocean, I've used it for salmon fishing once, and nice to have for trolling lakes.  NOt a must, since there are alternatives (Deepdiver, banana weights, etc.)

Other than the net mentioned in one of the replies, you might want the following:
Hog trough (to measure minimum size on your ling or halibut, or any other fish except RF)
Plano box with rod holder attachment.
coffee sack (potato sack) to keep your catch covered from the sun
I'm sure a gameclip is on your list, and make sure to attach it to a clip, or it will disappear from your tankwell
Bunch of PVC and pool noodles for DIY projects

Happy shopping!

Thanks for good tips here, adding these.  I'm definitely the same way on being a minimalist.  Really would prefer not to have 'stuff' all over the place.  I'll scratch the compass and whistle i had I like you inexpensive combo idea.

The fishbat was reminiscent of experiences catching halibut.  can't imagine pulling one of these onboard a kayak fully kicking.

Hey everyone I'm putting together a shopping list for all those 'little things' needed before for going out in the ocean.

Hoping everyone can give me the ok on the equipment I'm buying especially the pfd and radio. 

Feel free to recommend anything else I need (I already have a wetsuit, garmin 300c ff, fish grippers, and bilge pump).  This is for a Hobie Outback.


Uniden MHS75 Handheld Submersible 2-Way 5W VHF Marine Radio
http://a.co/j4VhbYd

ONYX MoveVent Dynamic Paddle Sports Life Vest
http://a.co/i17b7Kn

Brunton 70P In-Dash Marine Compass
http://a.co/j96Rt1n

Scotty #1073DP Laketroller Manual Downrigger, Post Mount
http://a.co/iSc1A6A

Double Tube Survival Whistle, Portable Aluminum
http://a.co/gi1h2wn

OFFSHORE 30L Heavy Duty Waterproof Backpack Dry Bag & Cell Phone Case
http://a.co/6VwbmFf

Maxcatch Fishing Priest Aluminum Fish Bat for Small Fish 9.5inch (blue)
http://a.co/fFRaPCQ

Thanks guys!  Looks like a great group of people.

Well, ocean fishing will be winding down during the next month or so. But SF bay fishing can be good for stripers & sturgeon during winter. Not a lot of freshwater trout options locally, but as you know we can basically catch bass year round.

I go for Trout in winter around Quarry Lakes, Lake Chabot, Vaqueros etc.  Will have to give em a shot.

Welcome to the Madness neighbor!  Crab season opens soon and I hope to target bass and trout when the ocean doesn't want to cooperate.  Let's go fishing!

I'm down ! Bass get a little too sleepy for me in winter, but trout and stripers yes please.

Welcome!  If you went out on Sunday, yeah, that was a rough day with the confused seas.  I hope you enjoy the learning curve as much as I did. 

FYI, Dungeness crab opens on November 4th.

It was a little much for my first time, but the nice part is I was able to come back in easily as we stayed within the first buoy.

How do you guys normally go for crab off a kayak?  Snare rigs or literally bringing a giant trap out? lol.