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General Talk / Re: Salmon season

« on: March 02, 2023, 09:25:41 AM »

Quote from: Mark L on March 01, 2023, 07:17:56 PM

I listened to a few of the comments, and from what I was hearing party boat, and commercial were ok with full closure. Recreational comments were to keep the season open, or reduced limit, or season. I only heard about 20 comments total, and I’m sure there were a lot more. So I don’t know if what I heard was the majority of opinions.

I listened to the bulk of the comments and it was about 95% to close it when it was coming from commercial, guides or party boats. They also wanted it to get a disaster declaration so they were eligible for assistance similar to farmers from a bad crop. Its been done before for a similar situation I believe.

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

« on: November 03, 2022, 03:22:17 PM »

Quote from: LoletaEric on November 03, 2022, 03:04:55 PM

I've taken plenty of people out who are on PA's. They're great boats, but the weight is a factor. Also, if the Mirage drive were to break while offshore, getting a PA back to the launch might be trouble.

A significant number of those who I've taken out with PA's have also had motors. I've got no problem paddling around with a motorized client all day, and the specific boats and people that I've been around were great - we had a blast and found great success. That said, I look at PA's like little boats - not so much like kayaks. Put a motor on it and you are firmly in the "you are a powerboater, not a kayaker" realm, in my eyes. The overall commitment to powering your own boat and being accountable for getting back in safely even with mechanical failure = kayaking.

I'd go Salty PDL, Outback or Revo.

Looking forward to seeing you bust a move on your new ride.

Ya, I am leaning more towards the Salty or the Outback.

If anyone in the Humboldt area is interested in a Pro Angler 14 for ~2k, lemme know and Ill send you the posting I saw it on.

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Hobie Kayaks / Re: Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

« on: November 03, 2022, 02:42:19 PM »

Quote from: simplycook on November 03, 2022, 01:50:07 PM

Any PA is nearly impossible to car top, its recommended to trailer if you want to save your back.
The hobie outback is probably the heaviest model I'd consider to cartop. The 2014-2018s are about 55-60ish lbs and the newer ones are pushing 65-70 lbs. I had both models and cartop them on my Tacoma with camper shell. Lifting without much issues unless I have a very long day on the water.

I'm not sure what type of fish you're targeting. Salmon, tuna, etc that require lots of trolling and moving, then you're probably somewhere between an Outback or Revolution.

If you need deck space, then an Outback or PA is your choices.

If you prefer lightweight, then is Compass or Passport.

My recommending is to demo a few and see which one works for you. If you're buying new, then I think some places will credit the rental costs into a new purchase price.

Didn't consider the after a day on the water loading. Ya, in that case maybe the PA is a bit too much. Thanks for the information.

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Hobie Kayaks / Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

« on: November 03, 2022, 11:01:30 AM »

Hey all,

I have been set on getting an Old Town Salty PDL for a while now, mainly for its price point ($2200+tax) and because one of the kayak fisherman youtube channels I follow tends to sing its praises pretty highly (Spilt Milt Productions who fishes out of oregon).

I came across a Hobie Pro angler 14 2017 model for sale locally (~$2000) and I am now trying to weigh my options. Hobie is far and away the leader in this area, but for my situation is this model the best for my use?

I plan to fish and crab out of Humboldt bay and the surrounding waters (Trinidad and maybe shelter cove). I have an SUV so I want to Car top the kayak and don't want to spend the money or effort on an a trailer.

My main hang with the PA is that it is so heavy and large and may be too much for my uses unless I get a trailer, and since its used I have no warranty in case something comes up. The Salty PDL would be new (no one sells them used in the area from what I have seen over the past few months) so I would benefit from the warranty.

Any input from PA users in the salt would be appreciated.

Thanks.

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 28, 2022, 11:41:54 AM »

Quote from: pasha on October 28, 2022, 11:37:26 AM

Your interpretation is the same as mine on this one.

Lets hope the enforcement officer also has that interpretation.

we have settled that the ambush nets are hoop nets not traps, so thats a big step forward.

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 28, 2022, 09:31:59 AM »

Can anyone confirm I am reading this right?

Based on the Hoop net regs, north of Point Arguello, Santa Barbara County, we do not have specific size and marker buoy regs.
the 5x11 + red marker is for Traps not hoops right?

Basing this off the language in https://nrm.dfg.ca.gov/FileHandler.ashx?DocumentID=195187&inline

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 26, 2022, 08:12:01 PM »

Sometimes those regulations come out for strange reasons, not sure what the practical impact and reasoning is.

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 26, 2022, 03:20:34 PM »

Exactly. Its like they knew something we didn't and tried to drop inventory.

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 26, 2022, 02:51:50 PM »

Quote from: Darius (Burong Isda) on October 26, 2022, 02:45:25 PM

Quote from: Sprmario on October 26, 2022, 02:11:14 PM
Careful y'all, I got a great deal on some ambush traps so that means they are going to get outlawed
I am so confused. You got a great deal on ambush and your conclusions they will get outlawed? How did you come up with that conclusion?

It's just a joke. Nothing to read into.

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Wanted To Buy / Old Town Salty PDL 120

« on: October 26, 2022, 02:40:18 PM »

Ive looked all over the area and cant seem to find one of these things. Anyone know where to find one without having to special order it? Or anyone got one they are looking to sell?

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General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

« on: October 26, 2022, 02:11:14 PM »

Careful y'all, I got a great deal on some ambush traps so that means they are going to get outlawed

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Pay It Forward / Crab Traps on sale at Sportsman's warehouse

« on: October 24, 2022, 01:08:27 PM »

If this is the wrong place to post, let me know.....

Just stumbled upon a sale for the Ambush 32in traps at sportsman's online for $30 each.

They sold out quick, before I could post here, but they may still be on sale in store.

If you search for it on the site, the price still comes up so they may honor it in store. YMMV.

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Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access

« on: October 20, 2022, 08:24:35 AM »

Quote from: Mark L on October 20, 2022, 06:15:18 AM

There are lots of videos on how to install items with out access. I have installed several backing plates, and a rudder system using string, wire, or magnets depending on the situation. Here is one video of many:

The only hull access is the drain plug all the way in the front. I may be able to run a line and throw a washer or something through it but that middle hatch in that video makes it a lot easier.

Maybe I can throw a nut in there and run some wire and magnets and make it work. We'll see

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Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access

« on: October 19, 2022, 10:01:43 PM »

Fair point. It's a ocean kayak scrambler 11.

This is not mine but it's the same model. The hatch at your seat has a recessed cavity but it's not thru access. I guess I could cut that out, but I like the space since it's protected.

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Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access

« on: October 19, 2022, 09:51:06 PM »

Went out and checked and I would need to make access at the front end of the kayak where you can install a front hatch cover but I wouldn't be able to reach all the way back in there unless I had a small child to crawl through. Maybe I can teach one of my cats

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General Talk / Re: Salmon season

Hobie Kayaks / Re: Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

Hobie Kayaks / Re: Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

Hobie Kayaks / Debating between a used hobie and a new Old Town Salty PDL

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

Wanted To Buy / Old Town Salty PDL 120

General Fishing Tips / Re: New hoop net regs?

Pay It Forward / Crab Traps on sale at Sportsman's warehouse

Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access

Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access

Craftsmen's Corner / Re: Handle replacement with no hull access