Newbie kayaker, newbie owner of an Outback from San Jose, CA

Hey all,
Been fishing from the surf/shore for as long as I can remember. Also fished from party boats from time to time.
I have been lurking these forums for some time and finally can say that I'm a new daddy to a 2015 Outback.
Super stoked to get out and catch some real fish as well as some exercise.
Live in San Jose, CA but frequent the shores from HMB down to MB. This is my first yak and can't wait to get wet.
Looking forward to hooking up with you guys. As this is my first yak, I will probably spend some time in the pool to get the hang of it and eventually want to get out on the water once she's dialed and rigged.
Safety is my main concern and I dont have any friends that kayak at the moment either.
Hopefully I can hook up with you guys and get out on the water.

David 
"my first baby Tarpon!" San Juan, PR

 

Welcome To The Madness!!  Now you have more friends that kayak, than you'd ever want!

David, Welcome to the madness, whenever you think you are ready to hit the water and comfortable enough, let me know I can show you the a rope or 2. 

I fish mainly San Mateo Coast, from HMB to Pigeon Point.

Awesome and thanks for the offer to hitch a ride. I will certainly hit you up. asap!

Welcome to NCKA David 

Welcome aboard.  Got my new outback and love it so know you will also.  Just don't let it sit to long in between fishing days. 

Welcome, David. 

Welcome brother,  there's quite a few of us in the south bay,  post up a hook up and we'll see if we can make it to join you on the water

Thanks for all the good vibes!
I'm off to Denver for business next week so the earliest chance I have to get out would probably be the weekend of the 7th.
Have some safety stuff on order and want to get myself and the yak sorted out before hitting the water. I will definitely post a hookup when I get back.

D

My pod is just a few 20 year-olds, but youre welcome to come mess around with us in monteray for rockcod and lings

Welcome, i too, am from san jose. Frequent hmb, and as far south as Monterey.  Also somewhat of a newbie

Welcome, lots info and ppl to meet ...pfd and vhf radio.

Just got back from Denver on business.. ! Had a blast fly fishing but I'm itching to get into the kayak.
Planning on going to Monterey Bay this Saturday morning 8/15 early for maybe a half day of fishing. Weather reports look pretty decent and calm for Saturday.
Since this will be my first outing, I was wondering if anyone was interested in meeting up. Would be sweet to hook up with some of you and even sweeter if I can bring back a fresh catch for dinner.
I will be leaving from San Jose super early...maybe 530-6 am and will fish until maybe noon or later if the fishing is on.
If anyone is interested, please shoot me a message or PM and I'll send my contact info.
If I can't get anyone to tag along with, I will most likely be putting around in the harbor solo....

Thanks,
Dave

lil teaser wild brown from Waterton Canyon, CO

May I suggest HMB? Closer and the Salmon are showing up... Just something to consider, I will be fishing Sunday for Salmon if it gets WFO...Thanks

Welcome to the madness!    Will either be hitting up Monterey or Santa Cruz this weekend (not sure which day yet) myself, and if you have the necessary basic safety gear, your welcome to join!