The month of May... - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

The Kid · 05-29-2011, 11:53 AM

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHALIBUT!!! Who gives a s#!t about those damn things! Hours spent only to have a battle at the end of your rod, end in 2 min.

People say WSB are gay, HALIBUT are gayer! Actually they're both gay. I laugh with thought of you just sitting on the prangler waiting for one bite from a fish you can't see! Let's see you pull it off in two more days

THE DARKHORSE · 05-29-2011, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Kid

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHALIBUT!!! Who gives a s#!t about those damn things! Hours spent only to have a battle at the end of your rod, end in 2 min.

People say WSB are gay, HALIBUT are gayer! Actually they're both gay. I laugh with thought of you just sitting on the prangler waiting for one bite from a fish you can't see! Let's see you pull it off in two more days

Yes, while the HDS is great for locating structure and miniscule grass beds---it's not like I'm running over meter-marks with schools of fish below the boat. And you're right; my Kaenons don't help much trying to look 80' down. The Halibut are lucky in that regard.

And Bellcon, believe me I tried. I referred to my Halibut recon missions this month as the Halibut curse. Something different went wrong each time I targeted them. One trip, my bait-pump died less than a minute after I plugged the tank with Sardines from the bait barge (six miles short of my intended destination). This was the first time I've bought bait in years. All of which were dead by the time I made it to the spot. Another trip I lost my intake tube, which has never happened before. Another trip I forgot my Mirage Drive with the Pro Angler. Which is something I haven't done in a very long time. I'm talking straight up booby-trap $h!t!!!

I'm with The Kid on this one; all that work just to wind in a wet sock for thirty seconds?

Tandem Assassin · 05-30-2011, 04:50 AM

[QUOTE=THE DARKHORSE;85069]Yes, while the HDS is great for locating structure and miniscule grass beds---it's not like I'm running over meter-marks with schools of fish below the boat. And you're right; my Kaenons don't help much trying to look 80' down. The Halibut are lucky in that regard.

I have seen this ending before and it isn't pretty...

bellcon · 05-31-2011, 04:32 PM

The Question:

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Kid

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHALIBUT!!! Who gives a s#!t about those damn things!

The Answer:

That may not be as nice as your current screen saver Josh...
But it will do
It will do quite nicely!

Respect the flat kind!
Put away the Kaenons
It's a different kind of "sight" fishing

+

= nice fish, way to go, blah blah blah

+

= SLAMOLA!

Congrats on being the DARKHORSE again Josh

(you actually had me worried for a second there.. talking about giving up and all

)

knightnsd · 05-31-2011, 04:53 PM

Josh, I was thinking someone needs to be along with you to "verify" the recent catches you posted. I have decided that I will be the philanthropist and donate my time to follow you around to stamp the authenticity of each fish. I will have a fishing pole in one hand and a camera in the other!!

bigbarrels · 05-31-2011, 05:04 PM

nice! Congrats

Regor · 05-31-2011, 05:32 PM

I think it came in at 9.9 lbs, ..... NOT !

Nice catch and SLAM!

Lets_Fish · 05-31-2011, 06:06 PM

Nicely done Josh or are we to call you Lance Burton or Chris Angel. Next you will be pulling a YF out of your hat!

The Kid · 05-31-2011, 10:09 PM

SOB!!! Im so jealous................ of the FISH. Congrats on the slam. Catching females must really take it's toll.

THE DARKHORSE · 05-31-2011, 10:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeBeck

Now go put it on the WCW thread!

I would Joe, but this is the small one

. Take note of the gaff wound in the upper left shoulder
when comparing these two fish. This fish is in my left hand with the larger one in my right.

The only thing better than a new women is two, right?

Besides the thumping surf, this was a pretty good day. I was meeting a regular client on the water and came prepared; with twenty pounds of ice and some patience in a can! I was patient in the surf zone due to the extra load on the Prangler and picked a short window for my escape.

I met up with my partner for the day just outside the surf and we made our way to the grounds. I never bothered making bait as my main job for the day was simply locating schools for my client. Which is what I did for the next six hours. We stalked a nice school for a bit, placing ourselves in perfect position. Then we both made a cast at the same time. I guess those extra thirty yards or so payed off again---as I was the only one to hook up (sorry brother

). I have no problem admitting this fish kicked my butt on the Ulua; after this fish was on deck I was done casting for the day. The obvious upgrade was packed in ice and we got right back on the hunt.

Late that afternoon, my client decided to head for the barn and I made the decision to stay on the water. I handed out some patience in a can to a couple of friends in the area and simply relaxed for a bit. Then, headed to a location that produced a couple ever-so-slight clues earlier in the week. Turned out to be a good idea.

After a short stint, while holding the rod, I felt that lovely thump! I instantly knew it was the right kind and my adrenaline rose before I gave her a soft-set. Head shakes followed by short runs confirmed my original adrenaline rush. Then I watched her come from the depths in the clear blue---what a sight! Not the giant trophy I was searching for, but a solid fish to complete my WCW slam. I gaffed, game clipped and instantly put her to sleep before burying her on ice. I took a direct heading to my waypoint and sent another bait down. Five seconds on the bottom I felt that lovely thump, again!

Instant head shakes started the adrenaline pumping and I quickly realized this was a nicer fish. I took my time and made sure to place my gaff in the stomach this time. I quickly game clipped her and hit another home run with the Halibut bat. Which was followed by a primordial scream before packing her on ice, too.

I got what I came for and headed for the barn; stoked!

Like I said, it was a pretty good day.

That only got better!

kurtfish · 06-02-2011, 10:48 AM

All this intrigue and mystery and Josh's Grand Slam will likely not qualify for the WCW. Last month Adi helped out the ultimate fisherman with his posting challenges to get his April sub on the proper venue. Not so sure Adi can help-out this time? The rules are the rules and the professional fisherman really does not even need this grand slam to win the 2012 WCW. Last year I wasted my 3 for 3 in March 60 lb. WSB submittal by not getting it in before the end of the month deadline but we will see how The King is treated by this great forum organizers.

Well, at least everyone seemed to enjoy the long Grand Slam story and Josh's extended typing skills. I certianly apprecaite his ethics in releasing all the WSB he referenced and passing on all the Yellowtail for us to enjoy.

Personally, I am still searching for my first WSB of 2011. I have misplaced my WSB mojo but have enjoyed much hamachi so far this year. My efforts on behave of our local WSB with Hubbs and the Bill Poole Memorial Angling Tournament set for July 30-31st are paying off. OEX has joined our efforts with a generous donation of a kayak for our silent auction and The Fishery on Cass Street made a very generous donation of dining certificates as well. Bob Fletcher, Rick Maxa, and Carl Schmidt have secured a wide variety of rods, reels and sport fishing certificates for our silent auction as well.

I hope we will see many of you participate in this great cause as well. Josh asked me about prize money for this contest and sorry the answer is no $ but a nice trophy and a good piece of mind for helping the WSB replenishment program to continue on beyond 2 million fish back in our SoCal waters. All proceeds from the silent auction and entry fees go directly to the Hubbs WSB program. So far we have no costs for the contest with all the great donations form the local community and corporations going to the WSB. Even the food for the great bbq and sushi is being donated by local chefs that have offered their services once again. I am still working on getting a beer donated as well. Hopefully, Moyer will be able to exert some pressure on Ballast Point for me to reel in a keg of Yellowtail.

I am still on the fence about fishing in the kayak or sport boat division as the Excel is on-line for a one-day trip for the Bill Poole Memorial. Ingrid Poole changed the boat's schedule to accommodate this special fundraiser. The cost of the trip is $350 for almost a day and half with a 5pm departure set for 7/29, contest entry included in ticket price. If I can't figure out how to see these suspended WSB on my HSP I may have to go after tuna on the Excel. Call Fiherman's Landing if you have an interest in fishing on the best sport boat in the fleet for a very unique one-day run with only 35 other lucky soles.

See you in July, Kurtfish

5th Place 2010 WCW

sharonkayak · 05-31-2011, 04:51 PM

way to go

Ill put my money on the darkhorse...

are these fish mail order or do you get them from somewhere local?

point loma seafood?

05-30-2011, 04:50 AM	#3
Tandem Assassin Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 290	[QUOTE=THE DARKHORSE;85069]Yes, while the HDS is great for locating structure and miniscule grass beds---it's not like I'm running over meter-marks with schools of fish below the boat. And you're right; my Kaenons don't help much trying to look 80' down. The Halibut are lucky in that regard. I have seen this ending before and it isn't pretty... Last edited by Tandem Assassin; 05-30-2011 at 09:33 AM.

05-31-2011, 04:53 PM	#5
knightnsd Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Rancho San Diego, California Posts: 32	NIce fish Josh Josh, I was thinking someone needs to be along with you to "verify" the recent catches you posted. I have decided that I will be the philanthropist and donate my time to follow you around to stamp the authenticity of each fish. I will have a fishing pole in one hand and a camera in the other!!

05-31-2011, 05:04 PM	#6
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	nice! Congrats __________________ The shorter you are, the bigger your fish appear

06-02-2011, 10:48 AM	#11
kurtfish Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: I work in the little Village of La Jolla Posts: 139	WCW Post??? & Bill Poole Tourney Update All this intrigue and mystery and Josh's Grand Slam will likely not qualify for the WCW. Last month Adi helped out the ultimate fisherman with his posting challenges to get his April sub on the proper venue. Not so sure Adi can help-out this time? The rules are the rules and the professional fisherman really does not even need this grand slam to win the 2012 WCW. Last year I wasted my 3 for 3 in March 60 lb. WSB submittal by not getting it in before the end of the month deadline but we will see how The King is treated by this great forum organizers. Well, at least everyone seemed to enjoy the long Grand Slam story and Josh's extended typing skills. I certianly apprecaite his ethics in releasing all the WSB he referenced and passing on all the Yellowtail for us to enjoy. Personally, I am still searching for my first WSB of 2011. I have misplaced my WSB mojo but have enjoyed much hamachi so far this year. My efforts on behave of our local WSB with Hubbs and the Bill Poole Memorial Angling Tournament set for July 30-31st are paying off. OEX has joined our efforts with a generous donation of a kayak for our silent auction and The Fishery on Cass Street made a very generous donation of dining certificates as well. Bob Fletcher, Rick Maxa, and Carl Schmidt have secured a wide variety of rods, reels and sport fishing certificates for our silent auction as well. I hope we will see many of you participate in this great cause as well. Josh asked me about prize money for this contest and sorry the answer is no $ but a nice trophy and a good piece of mind for helping the WSB replenishment program to continue on beyond 2 million fish back in our SoCal waters. All proceeds from the silent auction and entry fees go directly to the Hubbs WSB program. So far we have no costs for the contest with all the great donations form the local community and corporations going to the WSB. Even the food for the great bbq and sushi is being donated by local chefs that have offered their services once again. I am still working on getting a beer donated as well. Hopefully, Moyer will be able to exert some pressure on Ballast Point for me to reel in a keg of Yellowtail. I am still on the fence about fishing in the kayak or sport boat division as the Excel is on-line for a one-day trip for the Bill Poole Memorial. Ingrid Poole changed the boat's schedule to accommodate this special fundraiser. The cost of the trip is $350 for almost a day and half with a 5pm departure set for 7/29, contest entry included in ticket price. If I can't figure out how to see these suspended WSB on my HSP I may have to go after tuna on the Excel. Call Fiherman's Landing if you have an interest in fishing on the best sport boat in the fleet for a very unique one-day run with only 35 other lucky soles. See you in July, Kurtfish 5th Place 2010 WCW

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05-29-2011, 11:53 AM	#1
The Kid Loves Surface Irons Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 455	HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHALIBUT!!! Who gives a s#!t about those damn things! Hours spent only to have a battle at the end of your rod, end in 2 min. People say WSB are gay, HALIBUT are gayer! Actually they're both gay. I laugh with thought of you just sitting on the prangler waiting for one bite from a fish you can't see! Let's see you pull it off in two more days

05-31-2011, 05:32 PM	#7
Regor Greg Join Date: May 2010 Location: Chula Vista, ca Posts: 509	I think it came in at 9.9 lbs, ..... NOT ! Nice catch and SLAM!

05-31-2011, 06:06 PM	#8
Lets_Fish Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Wildomar, CA. Posts: 294	Nicely done Josh or are we to call you Lance Burton or Chris Angel. Next you will be pulling a YF out of your hat!

05-31-2011, 10:09 PM	#9
The Kid Loves Surface Irons Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 455	SOB!!! Im so jealous................ of the FISH. Congrats on the slam. Catching females must really take it's toll.

05-31-2011, 04:51 PM	#12
sharonkayak Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 217	way to go Ill put my money on the darkhorse... are these fish mail order or do you get them from somewhere local? point loma seafood?