Cold-ish weather kayaking - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

FISH11 · 12-20-2019, 08:49 PM

When the water temp is 60 or less I usually use my splash pants and splash jacket. if the wind is blowing harder also then I use my breathable waders (usually like 3 to 4 times a year), the rest of the time I fish in my bathing suit, long sleeve UV shirt and a sweatshirt. These last couple months it's been more about the crazy weather patterns were there is high surf and or high winds 13+mph. I can't even remember when is the last 6 years I have not gone out at least once in two weeks. Usually I try to go once or more per week, almost exclusively mid-week. I think it almost 2 months now. The weather isn't the only reason as this last half of the year has been really slow in the Yellowtail and WSB fishing. I don't tend to target rock fish as I just don't find it exciting. Nothing like the pull of Yellowtail or even a shark. I like to go out an just enjoy the scenery, getting a good workout, time on the water and drinking beer, but being cold and having to fight strong currents and high wind while even catching bait is a chore, just takes the fun out of it. I can't wait for these constant storms to end and get back to out normal weather patterns. If I wanted this type of weather I would have moved to the Pacific North West.

SoCalEDC · 12-21-2019, 06:22 AM

Wow thanks guys for the info, videos, and detailed explanation. I knew I could count on this community for some great info.

Thanks guys

skrilla · 12-21-2019, 01:00 PM

This time of year I wear speedos under my boardshorts.

Saba Slayer · 12-21-2019, 01:25 PM

FullFlavorPike · 12-22-2019, 06:10 AM

Breathable waders are the absolute shit. Just make sure your splash jacket is on tight because a few gallons of water (from an ill-timed wave over the bow) in your waders all day is bogus.

LEEZO · 12-23-2019, 11:41 AM

this jacket with a waterproof paddle jacket over it will keep you plenty warm. I use this combo for the cold lobster nights. works well with any waders.

https://www.quiksilver.com/waterman-...QYW803014.html

DanaPT · 12-24-2019, 07:20 AM

layer up with non cotton material... I use the nylon polyester material cause if you do get wet, you'll dry fast. ALSO, if you not using it, it wads nicely in a dry bag.

12-20-2019, 08:49 PM	#1
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	When the water temp is 60 or less I usually use my splash pants and splash jacket. if the wind is blowing harder also then I use my breathable waders (usually like 3 to 4 times a year), the rest of the time I fish in my bathing suit, long sleeve UV shirt and a sweatshirt. These last couple months it's been more about the crazy weather patterns were there is high surf and or high winds 13+mph. I can't even remember when is the last 6 years I have not gone out at least once in two weeks. Usually I try to go once or more per week, almost exclusively mid-week. I think it almost 2 months now. The weather isn't the only reason as this last half of the year has been really slow in the Yellowtail and WSB fishing. I don't tend to target rock fish as I just don't find it exciting. Nothing like the pull of Yellowtail or even a shark. I like to go out an just enjoy the scenery, getting a good workout, time on the water and drinking beer, but being cold and having to fight strong currents and high wind while even catching bait is a chore, just takes the fun out of it. I can't wait for these constant storms to end and get back to out normal weather patterns. If I wanted this type of weather I would have moved to the Pacific North West. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

12-21-2019, 01:00 PM	#3
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	This time of year I wear speedos under my boardshorts. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13

12-21-2019, 06:22 AM	#2
SoCalEDC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 609	Wow thanks guys for the info, videos, and detailed explanation. I knew I could count on this community for some great info. Thanks guys

12-22-2019, 06:10 AM	#5
FullFlavorPike Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 811	Breathable waders are the absolute shit. Just make sure your splash jacket is on tight because a few gallons of water (from an ill-timed wave over the bow) in your waders all day is bogus.

12-23-2019, 11:41 AM	#6
LEEZO Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Coronado Posts: 179	this jacket with a waterproof paddle jacket over it will keep you plenty warm. I use this combo for the cold lobster nights. works well with any waders. https://www.quiksilver.com/waterman-...QYW803014.html

12-24-2019, 07:20 AM	#7
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	layer up with non cotton material... I use the nylon polyester material cause if you do get wet, you'll dry fast. ALSO, if you not using it, it wads nicely in a dry bag.