Questions about la jolla - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

jumpinjoemoreno · 08-29-2012, 09:38 PM

Wow folks on this forum are acually really helpful. And yes I never not once sat my ass in a kayak so I expect to wipe out afew dozen times. Been looking at the regs and have those down for the most part, but I will be sure to print them out at work and bring them along just in case. Any more wisdom is really appreciated thanks a million.

-Joey-

ctfphoto · 08-30-2012, 05:59 AM

If you are prone to seasickness then get "The Patch" as it works 100% of the time for me.

Have all you tackle and poles set up at home you don't want to set up on the water.

If you are fishing the kelp bring something to tie off to the kelp to prevent drifting.

Enjoy your time on the water as this is one effing fun sport.

MrM · 08-30-2012, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by jumpinjoemoreno

Wow folks on this forum are acually really helpful. And yes I never not once sat my ass in a kayak so I expect to wipe out afew dozen times. Been looking at the regs and have those down for the most part, but I will be sure to print them out at work and bring them along just in case. Any more wisdom is really appreciated thanks a million.

-Joey-

This might help

T-Rex · 08-30-2012, 08:28 AM

As coffeebean16 said, if you're bringing a trailer, get there early like "O dark thirty". A buddy and I used to lauch a Zodiac there and a lot of times trying to find a parking spot for car and trailer after 7:00 a.m. was a hassle.

mtnbykr2 · 08-30-2012, 08:52 AM

watch the swell this weekend, I heard it is coming...

FARRIER · 08-30-2012, 08:58 AM

If in doubt please ask. Introduce yourself to someone before you barragge them with questions too. Most will be very willing to help. We have all been that dude on the beach just clueless and intimidated. Some still feel that way long into the hobby. Hope you slay em.

ctfphoto · 08-30-2012, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by mtnbykr2

watch the swell this weekend, I heard it is coming...

Looks that way, may have to change plans and go early fri am and again early wed after it dies down.

taggermike · 08-30-2012, 12:18 PM

Is this your first time yak fishing or first time in a kayak? LJ is not to tough but You may want to start in a bay and then try the surf with no or very little gear. It's a decent paddle for a first timer just to get out of the reserve and landing through the legions of rental kayaks requires some skill and patience. That said, some times just jumping in is kinda fun too. God luck. Mike

Poxy Boggards · 08-30-2012, 01:17 PM

I a relative nube, but good advice above. Make sure to leash everything. I was there this last Tuesday and saw a guy in a pro angler roll while launching.

Prepare to get wet while launching and landing, especially landing. Make sure to bring a towel to dry off, and a dry set of clothes for the ride home.

Study the sets before heading out. Watch for the break in sets, and be ready to paddle past the surf zone as quickly as you can.

I would highly recomend launching from a protected bay area and getting used to the kayak and paddeling before you try and surf launch with a bunch of gear. Even if you have all of your stuff leashed, saltwater and sand in your reels is no good.

Make sure to bring sunblock, and don't forget to reapply. Water is also key. I like to freeze a large bottle or two, that way you have cold water all day long.

Good luck out there and let us know how you do!

08-30-2012, 08:28 AM	#4
T-Rex Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita Posts: 770	As coffeebean16 said, if you're bringing a trailer, get there early like "O dark thirty". A buddy and I used to lauch a Zodiac there and a lot of times trying to find a parking spot for car and trailer after 7:00 a.m. was a hassle. __________________

08-30-2012, 08:52 AM	#5
mtnbykr2 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: newbury park ca Posts: 2,323	watch the swell this weekend, I heard it is coming... __________________

08-30-2012, 08:58 AM	#6
FARRIER Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cmont [] Posts: 314	If in doubt please ask. Introduce yourself to someone before you barragge them with questions too. Most will be very willing to help. We have all been that dude on the beach just clueless and intimidated. Some still feel that way long into the hobby. Hope you slay em. __________________ "It depends on what the meaning of the words 'is' is." –Bill Clinton

08-29-2012, 09:38 PM	#1
jumpinjoemoreno Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 31	Wow folks on this forum are acually really helpful. And yes I never not once sat my ass in a kayak so I expect to wipe out afew dozen times. Been looking at the regs and have those down for the most part, but I will be sure to print them out at work and bring them along just in case. Any more wisdom is really appreciated thanks a million. -Joey-

08-30-2012, 05:59 AM	#2
ctfphoto Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 901	If you are prone to seasickness then get "The Patch" as it works 100% of the time for me. Have all you tackle and poles set up at home you don't want to set up on the water. If you are fishing the kelp bring something to tie off to the kelp to prevent drifting. Enjoy your time on the water as this is one effing fun sport.

08-30-2012, 12:18 PM	#8
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	Is this your first time yak fishing or first time in a kayak? LJ is not to tough but You may want to start in a bay and then try the surf with no or very little gear. It's a decent paddle for a first timer just to get out of the reserve and landing through the legions of rental kayaks requires some skill and patience. That said, some times just jumping in is kinda fun too. God luck. Mike

08-30-2012, 01:17 PM	#9
Poxy Boggards Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 146	I a relative nube, but good advice above. Make sure to leash everything. I was there this last Tuesday and saw a guy in a pro angler roll while launching. Prepare to get wet while launching and landing, especially landing. Make sure to bring a towel to dry off, and a dry set of clothes for the ride home. Study the sets before heading out. Watch for the break in sets, and be ready to paddle past the surf zone as quickly as you can. I would highly recomend launching from a protected bay area and getting used to the kayak and paddeling before you try and surf launch with a bunch of gear. Even if you have all of your stuff leashed, saltwater and sand in your reels is no good. Make sure to bring sunblock, and don't forget to reapply. Water is also key. I like to freeze a large bottle or two, that way you have cold water all day long. Good luck out there and let us know how you do!