Yakdicted in San Jose

Hey all,

I've been cruising these forums for a while, and I finally got myself a pedal drive last week.  What a world of difference! 
Been fishing for about a year, but I'm still a complete noob. 

I'm in San Jose, but was in Monterey last Sunday and got on some pretty good-size fish for a maiden voyage.  I don't know many people that fish, nor anyone with a kayak, so it would be nice to get to know some folks that get why I'm constantly looking for ways to rationalize taking a day off midweek... I also have a 10 year old that I'd like to take out on a skiff, if anyone has tips on where I can rent one and get him on some bites.

Thanks all!

Welcome to the madness 

Welcome to NCKA SD.   

Thanks BsHawk!

Welcome aboard SD 

Welcome neighbor!

Welcome SD,
Never done it myself, but I hear you can rent a skiff in Santa Cruz for like $100...seems like fun.

Hopefully see you on the water one day!

Welcome, Yakdicted/SittingDuck.

You can rent a skiff at the Santa Cruz or Capitola wharf. I think it's currenty $150 for a day, and you can have up to 4 people. There is good rockfish fishing (rockfishing?) both places and a realistic chance for halibut this time of year. Although I've never rented one, I see them all the time, as I fish those same areas frequently.

If you do rent a skiff, try to get on the water as early as possible. And, let me know--if I happen to be out there the same day, I can point out some of my not-so-secret fishing spots...

Hey SD, welcome to NCKA!