OEX Saying Farewell!

[lamb]

Andy, Brent - wow, that is some heavy news. Bummed to hear it; happy to see you guys wrapping up a big chapter of your lives.

Thanks for all you did for the sport and for the local SO Cal kayak fishing community over the years. I will cherish the memories we've made; that stuff is pure gold - it will never die. I am stoked to have you both in my life as friends.

I wish you both good and enduring health and lots of success in all your future endeavors.

[JohnMckroidJr]

Bummer! Sad to know of your closure. Evident from this forum, OEX was an integral part of the growth and success of Kayak Fishing in SoCal. Thank you for your contributions, and best wishes for following winds and smooth seas.

[Saba Slayer]

So Sad...
OEX was the kayak fishermans friend...when I was a Regional Hobie Fishing Team member Andy the legendary "Ice Man" at OEX Sunset was always one of my favorite dealers...so easy to work with and always understanding of the industry and an EXCELLENT FISHERMAN that could easily relate to the local kayak fishing scene and it's needs. THANKS...
When I was a CCA Board member OEX was always there for me as a wonderful supporter of our events and kayak tournaments.
What a great on the water location for demos and events...THANKS
Thank you Andy and Brent for all that you two and the other OEX members and stores have done over the years to support and help Kayak Fishing grow
And Lamb...thanks for the upkeep and work on the BWE website...

Give me a call anytime you want to wet a line up in the Redondo PV area Andy and I look forward to seeing you Trout fishing again in the Eastern Sierras...
I'll definitely stop by this month before you close...

Should we do a OTW kayak circle/paddle out and potluck for the demise of OEX Sunset?

[Iceman]

Some pics to confirm, we have been around quite awhile, back when every body paddled! I used to look at this forum several times throughout the day. Back when sharing info was (mostly) appreciated. Those were the glory days of kayak fishing in So Cal. We were all just figuring it out together. This site has been a huge part of it all. OEX put together a ton of great tournaments through the years and even more mother ship trips. We have always been happy and proud to be a part of it all. We are just moving on to the next chapter! Keep on fishing and from a kayak, I am sure you know, there is no better way!

[Sully1]

Thanks guys! I remember paddling, still do it to change things up. Cheers

[f'nsabiki]

This is sad news!! Anyone know what will become of BWE? Thanks

[C. Cary]

25+ Years is a great run, congratulations!

I have always appreciated the OEX crew and their support of Kayak Fishing. Great tourneys, awesome store, very involved in fighting the MLPA's and camaraderie. Will have to stop by this month. Tight lines and following seas.

[lamb]

Originally Posted by f'nsabiki

This is sad news!! Anyone know what will become of BWE? Thanks

Given all other SoCal kayak fishing websites are no longer around, I feel we should try hard to keep BWE on-line. There's a ton of history here. There is a ton of great dope shared here, all first hand. These annoying ads provide just about enough $$ to pay for hosting; I'll keep doing my best to keep it up and running.

[JohnMckroidJr]

Originally Posted by Iceman

Some pics to confirm, we have been around quite awhile, back when every body paddled! I used to look at this forum several times throughout the day. Back when sharing info was (mostly) appreciated. Those were the glory days of kayak fishing in So Cal. We were all just figuring it out together. This site has been a huge part of it all. OEX put together a ton of great tournaments through the years and even more mother ship trips. We have always been happy and proud to be a part of it all. We are just moving on to the next chapter! Keep on fishing and from a kayak, I am sure you know, there is no better way!

Great Photos -- memories that will last a lifetime!

"Back when sharing info was (mostly) appreciated." Shame that is less the case today. It serves as inspiration for all of us to get out and fish. Thanks again for the huge contribution to development and growth of this fantastic sport.

[MITCHELL]

And I'm glad I was part of this big movement. I hope this is good new to you and not sad news....where one door closes another door opens...best wishes to you all.
lots of fishing dreams full filled
✨️ God bless 🙌 🙏 and thanks again 😎

[katchfish]

Thanks for the memories!

Happy Trails Iceman!

[Hunters Pa]

Hope this is by choice and not due to other factors

Thank you for all you and OEX has done for the community. Yak fishing in California and elsewhere would not be what it is today without you

[lamb]

Originally Posted by Iceman

Some pics to confirm...

Show off!!!

On a serious note - Kurt said it right! I don't think anyone has shared more, and thought us more, than Andy did. I remember reading ALL his posts on ALL forums I could find them on, when I started fishing SoCal waters.
THANK YOU for that, and THANK YOU for everything else you did @Andy!!!

STAND UP AND SAY ICEMAN!!!!

[FISH11]

Really bad news. Sorry to hear, it's a big loss for the local kayak community. Thank you Andy and Brent, learned almost all I know about fishing from Kayaks from Andy's articles and reading posts on BWE. My biggest regret is not having found BWE and Ocean Kayak fishing years earlier. Best of luck on your new endeavors. Tight Lines!

[Iceman]

Ahhh the original BWE was formed because the site owned by Mission Bay Watersports was censoring post content, (help me with the name?) was started by Greg Knabb, Corey Wyrick and Al Salibi. there was Spike's board, Jim's board, Jason's board, and Baytubers, all were those scrolling simple style ones, every body hosted photos on whatever Photo bucket was called...help me out here. I think this was right around the year 2000