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Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 10-05-2020, 08:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,216
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Lost Net - La Jolla 10/1-10/2

Hi from Las Vegas!
Came down for my wife's 50th and was able to fish Fri and Sat to some great conditions! Bait was by the pier. Caught some bass and Bonita. Didn't see any Great White though. Lost...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 07-14-2020, 03:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,591
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Skunk at NPB

Got a late start but got to fish the whole day from 745 to about 5pm. Headed out to the kelp beds armed with a bag of shrimp, but no takers. alot of bait stealers like lil wrasse or sculpins. There...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 07-11-2020, 10:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,591
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Newport Beach 7/12 - invite and report

Hi guys,
Visiting from Vegas once again. Heading out from the life guard beach 6:30 am. Probably hit kelp beds. If it's too bumpy, probably make bait then try for halibut. All welcome. Lmk so I can...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 06-12-2020, 08:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,748
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Newport Beach Report 6/10-11

First of all, thanks for all the helpful tips and reminders that made my trip a success! Day 1 headed out the harbor and to the left to drop down some shrimp for a some spotties and sheephead. I was...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 06-09-2020, 06:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,748
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Thanks guys, I really appreciate the info you've...

Thanks guys, I really appreciate the info you've given. Coming from the desert you kinda forget the things that you guys take for granted.
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 06-08-2020, 01:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,748
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
New Port Beach Bound!

Hi guys! Coming from Las Vegas for a chance to fish some saltwater, fist time this year, YEAH! I'm planning to launch from the Coast Guard Beach and from what I've found, I'll have to park on the...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 09-29-2017, 08:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,114
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Unfortunately, I got cocky and thought my thumb...

Unfortunately, I got cocky and thought my thumb feathering the spool was good enough.
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 09-29-2017, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,114
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
I understand the theory about a quick pass, left...

I understand the theory about a quick pass, left or right when spooling with braid, but keep in mind this is not a good idea if you'll be casting with it. That diagonal line will cross over and catch...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 09-27-2017, 06:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,114
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Sorry If I didn't make it clear, not that good of...

Sorry If I didn't make it clear, not that good of a writer, lol. The Snap of the line happened at the spool, after maybe a 30 yrd cast. What was weird was that you couldn't find the end of the line,...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 09-27-2017, 06:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,937
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Fresh Braid Story

Hi Guys,
Looking for some information and share a sad story. I've got braid on my conventional ocean reel for party boats. It doesn't have a level wind but I'm able to overhand pitch a bait maybe 40...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 09-27-2017, 11:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,114
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Fresh Braid Story

Hi Guys,
Looking for some information and share a sad story. I've got braid on my conventional ocean real for party boats. It doesn't have a level wind but I'm able to overhand pitch a bait maybe 40...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 03-04-2017, 12:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Another Catalina Crossing Story

Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/pg/hobieislandclub/photos/?tab=album&album_id=575240705908779

It's funny that it seems for those who want wind get flat windless days, and those who don't want...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 03-03-2017, 12:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Catalina Dreaming - Reading & Research

Hi,

Just wanted to share some stories written by Robert Hess who has made 3 trips to Catalina Island on his sail assisted scupper pro.
...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-25-2017, 06:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Not Wanting to Tempt Mother Nature

Looking to do this safe - and in the safety with others. Not wanting to tempt fate, would a mid-summer launch be more prudent? Would more people be fired up in going? I've put this proposed trip on...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-23-2017, 09:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Some Yearly Wind Info

Wind
https://dbffkv15yp72v.cloudfront.net/production/reports/year/000/029/690/83fc5e02/wind_speed_windSpeed_mph.png
Over the course of the year typical wind speeds vary from 0 mph to 14 mph (calm...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-23-2017, 03:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Intel appreciated!

Whatever intel you may have would be greatly appreciated. Yes, looking to do this on a "Good Day" too! Wind means waves and I'd just as soon just peddle over. How's 2nd half of May, 1st week of June...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-23-2017, 11:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Welcome Aboard!

I'm glad you're fired up! I'm shooting for this time period as it's sooner than later, lol. I'm sure as we get closer to the date, we'll get more interest. I'm a little more flexible in my...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-18-2017, 09:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Valuable Intel - Thanks Russ

Had a great chat with Russ who shared his "Bucket List" trip with me - making me all the eager to make this dream come true.

My take away from our hour long conversation:

1) Plan on...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-17-2017, 08:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
When to go, how long? - looking for suggestions!

OK, as stated, I'm pretty much open on when to go as I'm self employed, but having said that, it may be best that this trip occur during the weekend, maybe a Thurs to Sunday - so that guys don't have...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-17-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Freight First Option, Kayak Back

There's a Freight Option that can be utilized to open the trip to more people.

You can drop off your kayak at Avalon freight (San Pedro, parking is $17 / night) and it will show up at Avalon the...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 02-16-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 11,965
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Catalina Island Crossing Adventure 2017

Hi Guys,

Looking for some adventure seekers in planning and executing a Catalina Island crossing this summer.

My original plan was to freight over my Hobie PA14, ferry over, pickup yak and...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 08-05-2010, 08:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,699
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
La Jolla = Kayak Fishing Paradise

I always tell my kayak fishing friends that if they ever have the chance to fish La Jolla, they should! Probably to the chagrin of the locals down there. But unlike surfers - who are a bit more...
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 07-17-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 66,165
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Epic

Epic Adventure

Looking forward to reading your blog!
Forum: Kayak Fishing Reports 08-30-2008, 01:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,084
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Great catch - looking forward to my first...

Great catch - looking forward to my first yellowtail!

I'm curious about the choice of kayak color for the hobies i've seen on this site and on kayak4fish. Seems like their mostly colored Ivory or...
Forum: General Kayak Fishing Discussion 08-30-2008, 12:52 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,885
Posted By Hobi-Wan Kenobi
Hey there, I'm interested in this trip but...

Hey there,

I'm interested in this trip but will be coming from Las Vegas :auto:. There's alot of things going on right now, but I would like to look forward to going on my first mothership trip....
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