Hello Yakers NewBie Here need Assistance

I printed this, when I go to shop I know what to get, I am a very good swimmer I was a varsity swimmer back then but age years goes got out of shape, I am going to look for a few seminar, theres one on Del Valle I think its demo day, but I'll try to ask and absorb as much as I could, I will definitely be there Thanks for the extremely important piece of the puzzle,

P.S. NewChickKayaker Thanks I would love to be at silver lake, but, its just way out of the way, I'll will see you in the water, Thanks

Be careful - because no matter how great of a swimmer you are, if the water is cold and you are tired and/or a current, all of those can make a good swimmer go bad! 

Completely agree! I've had some close calls on swimming rivers before with no floating device, That's when I learned to respect the water, I am very thankful to people who keep reminding me not to take poseidon for granted. As soon as I get my yak, I will be posting my pics and my fish hopefully sooner than saturday, Thanks much fellas.

WTThisMadness and you seem to be well prepard for adventure and fun. If you plan to ocean fish, like all said, get some time in on the lakes or calm waters. Remember safety first, kayaker second and an angler third.
See you soon on the waters!!

Darius,

You will become addicted like most of us. Look at Fishunter, he's posted more than 4000 messages about his adventures, experiences, successes, failures, etc...   Gearing up is a blast as well. Take a look at the rigged kayak section..
Lot's of great ideas..

Add to the list I posted earleir:

First Aid Kit
Food
Water
Fish Finder
 And that list will grow and grow.

See ya on the water.

Rich

Heres what I have on my priority list,

1. KAYAK (LOL)
2. Life Vest
3. WetSuit
4. First Aid (hopefully won't be using it)
5. Can Blow Horn
6. Radio VHF
7. POOL Noodle
8. Stringer
9. Homemade GAFF
10. Fish Finder with GPS
11. Tide and Weather Chart
12. One of the most important a buddy to go with..

Thanks!

Your priorities are very well in line.
 Oh yeah, rods, reels,terminal tackle, fishing license ( now $41.20) jeez...

And I think technically you have to have a net on board....

Are you in the Santa Cruz area?

Rich

Heres what I have on my priority list,

1. KAYAK (LOL)
2. Life Vest
3. WetSuit
4. First Aid (hopefully won't be using it)
5. Can Blow Horn
6. Radio VHF
7. POOL Noodle
8. Stringer
9. Homemade GAFF
10. Fish Finder with GPS
11. Tide and Weather Chart
12. One of the most important a buddy to go with..

Thanks!

Couple more items while you're at it:

- A hat
- Sun glasses
- Ropes & anchor (optional)
- Spare paddle
- Hand pump
- Fishing license 

I see if I can contact SCallen I don't mind if he charge me for his time ...

If you need a second let me know. No promises, but if I can work it out I'd love to meet Allen and yourself and put a dent in my knowledge & skill deficits.

Ben

I see if I can contact SCallen I don't mind if he charge me for his time ...

If you need a second let me know. No promises, but if I can work it out I'd love to meet Allen and yourself and put a dent in my knowledge & skill deficits.

Ben

Thats sounds a good idea, I am anytime on the weekend I am an average guys that works weekdays,

I always buy my license every 1st day of the year
I have sunglasses
I don't have a net
I am from SFO (415)

Keep em coming, I think I post more here in one day than I have in my years in other forum awesome Thanks

Awesome.. another member of the 415 crew!   

Welcome!!

If you would like to demo some kayaks, I have these available -

prowler 15
prowler trident 13
scupper pro dual hatch

Awesome.. another member of the 415 crew!   

Welcome!!

If you would like to demo some kayaks, I have these available -

prowler 15
prowler trident 13
scupper pro dual hatch

Sounds beyond awesome!! Do you fish the bay? I'd like to know more I have some shore fishing spot, I figured if your on the yak less pressure and more water you can cover let know your thoughts, I would love to test drive and see your set up too!! THANKS MUCH

Sounds beyond awesome!! Do you fish the bay? I'd like to know more I have some shore fishing spot, I figured if your on the yak less pressure and more water you can cover let know your thoughts, I would love to test drive and see your set up too!! THANKS MUCH

Yah I primarily fish saltwater - the bay when the stripers and halibut are around, and often go out on the coast for rockies/halibut when weather/season permits.  You should come out to event at alameda rock wall on Sunday.

Even without yak yet I'll check it out, what time do you meet and where do you launch? I been hearing bout Hali and Striped they said its been pretty good, let me know you can pm me the address and your number, I really all the rigs, Thanks bro

Yakers!!
Input please, I will look on 3 Items tomorrow,

1) Tarpon T140 Other than previously mentioned! I know this is number one on the list
2) What about Malibu Touring Sit on top with Rudder $550


What say you!!!! Muchos Gracias, SALAMAT, Thank you, ARIGATO, KAMSA HAMNIDA, SHISHE,

Darius,

If you are serious about ocean fishing, the T140 is better equipped (IMHO). It has the design and storage areas needed for gear.

The Malibu loses it deck space to accomodate the second yakker.

They are both good rides, but if it were me, no question...

Rich