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What's up, guys?

I have the great privilege of living in a neighborhood where anything valuable that isn't securely bolted down will "walk away" in the middle of the night. (It's also happens to be a neighborhood with skyrocketing home prices. Ours went up in value by at least $250k in the 2 years since we bought it.)

I'm trying to come up with a way to (VERY) securely lock my kayak on the roof of my car, so that I can load it up the night before.

I've considered a seriously thick security chain motorcycle lock, but I understand that just about any metal security feature can be beat by a cheap handheld angle grinder from Harbor Freight...

I've also thought about rigging up an alarm of some sort, possibly using some of those little window/door screamer alarms.

Anyone gone through this thought process and come up with a solution?

Suggestions welcome. (Aside from the obvious suggestion of moving to a different neighborhood).

Cheers,

~Alex


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https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/boa/d/electric-wet-submarine-with/6235851130.html


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This is not OK with me.

http://www.oregonlive.com/environment/index.ssf/2017/03/trump_budget_proposal_cuts_fun.html


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What's up NCKA?

Anyone out there happen to have an extra Lowrance HDI Skimmer transducer or a spare power cord that'll fit my Hook 5 head unit?

I'm in the process of rigging up my little 12' Gregor skiff. Motor (8-HP Tohatsu) is on the way. Trailer will probably be bought this weekend. Now I just need to get my electronics in order.

Thanks for looking!

Cheers,

Alex


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Hey guys,

Can anyone recommend a good launch spot near Isleton? Ideally it'd be free and have a restroom, but I'm flexible.

I'm not too worried about paying to launch, but I'd rather avoid the hassle of filling out paperwork, etc, if possible...

Thanks!

Alex


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Hey everyone,

I posted this in my Bolinas/HMB chrome hookup thread, but I feel it deserves repeating here for anyone who might not see it in that thread. I thought about posting it in the "safety first" section, but I think it might have a better chance of being seen here.

So here it is...

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE!!!!

There's an active discussion on Coastside Fishing Club right now, and us kayak anglers are the topic. Several power boaters have expressed serious concern about how we aren't especially visible in low light and high swell conditions. They have requested that we be extra diligent with hi-vis flags and lights, especially in low low visibility conditions.

Of course we are all allowed to make our own safety choices, but it's in everyone's best interest to avoid accidents at ALL costs. From now on, my kayak will be sporting a hi-vis flag clipped to my spare rod, and early mornings I plan to wear TWO headlamps; one facing forward, one facing backward.

Some PB's have a bit of a "salty" attitude about kayakers in "their" ocean, but the vast majority are friendly guys who are just as stoked as we are.

I just ask that we all do our part.

Let's keep the lines of communication between kayakers and PBs open. And let's all try to understand the limitations of our crafts.

For example, large PB's and commies with gear out CANNOT make quick turns. We must give them PLENTY of room to maneuver.

That is all.

Cheers,

Alex

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What's up, guys?

Quick question for those of you with the newer (2013+?) version of the NRS Chinook PFD...

Does this loop work well for attaching your VHF radio? I like to keep it out and accessible (not in a pocket).

Of course I'll need to try it out myself, but I thought I'd ask here first.

Cheers,

Alex


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