The San Diego is a great knot but is a bit bulky

I typically use the palomar exclusively for braid but I was taught  one tip on a long range boat.

Tip:  The two pieces of line that travel through the eye of a Hook, swivel, etc, MUST NOT CROSS each other. 

Always remember to use plenty of lubrication (spit) when you tighten and pull from the tag end not the main line. 

Hope this helps

PS last tip:  inspect your knots after you tie them.  If your not 100% confident, cut it off and tie again

 

I've been reading the "Waders vs. wading pants" thread. 

Anyone know where I can try on some Kokotat dry suits/pants.

I live in North Santa Cruz and would be willing to drive over the hill. 

I'm a bit nervous to make a large ($) purchase on the Internet without a little Tactile R&D

Thanks,
Johnny

What species of Barnacles are you after?

Quote from: traildad on April 27, 2016, 04:42:09 PM

Quote from: JohnnyAb on April 27, 2016, 03:27:13 PM

Plus if you set it up it will send you coordinates when you press the distress button. The coast guard and some commercial shipping will have your location when comming to your rescue.


I have the 870 and tried looking in to obtaining an MMSI number from BoatUS.  I think this is how they can find you when you press the button.  I believe this number registers with a Vessel registration # aka CF #'s and not a person. 
BoatUS has yet to return my inquiry. 
Any thoughts

Johnny

I haven't done it myself, but I read some about it when I got my radio. As I remember it is assigned to the boat not a person. I don't remember needing a cf # though.

I registered my MMSI with BoatUS for a 13' yellow kayak. So as long as I am paddling a yellow kayak, the MMSI vessel detail is valid.

Does this mean I shouldn't use it on another vessel, or don't hit the distress button on another vessel?

Wondering what the minimum amount of weight I can get away with. 

I was wondering if there is a season pass one could purchase and the cost.  I can't find info on the Harbor's website either. 

After a long day at Pigeon, I KNOW that I need a new seat for my Ocean Kayak Ultra 4.7.  Even though fishing was a really slow, I wanted to stay out there.  I forced myself back in because I simply couldn't stand it. 
I would love to find a seat with plenty of padding in the bottom and good lumbar support in the back.  I have read reviews that promote air filled seats and those that warn against the inevitable permanent deflation.  I think if I were elevated slightly, my legs could bend a little.  The lumbar support will force a better posture because I tend to slouch.  Things such as rod holders and gear pouches sound like a great addition, but I have ample space on/in the boat.  Lastly, I seem to find that some people prefer a certain seat but add an extra cushion so if there are some combos that some utilize, let me know.
I would love her some honest feedback from you all out there.