Call the boat the week before & see what is happening. Unless you need an excuse to go shopping, in which case you need 8 custom sticks from 10# to 60# :):) and two speed reels for each.

That said, I'll probably plan on a bass bait stick, bass plastic stick, jigstick, yoyo/heavy bait stick, 20-30# baitstick, & my bounceball panga stick.

Booked my trips.

2.5 day and the coronado. This will be my first mothership trip. Also my first trip to both islands

me too. damn, was really looking forward to fishing that trip. guess I'll have to make other plans, seeing as it will probably get cancelled :biggrinjester: :biggrinjester: :biggrinjester:

as for gear, I primarily target the calico, so bring a range of bassin' sticks. I bring a couple of swim bait rods, 15-20# class. also, bring my slug stick, 50# spectra/30# flouro topshot. calico on slugs, it don't get any better!! and I'll also bring another spectra rod for the weedless kelp jigs.

never go out without a jig stick, 'cause you never know.

if you target yellows, whatever works for you in LJ. a couple of bait sticks and a jig stick or two.

nice thing about the mothership trips is that you can bring more rods and leave some on the boat. so you want to spend the morning for example going after the bass, leave the bait sticks on board. afternoon, go deeper for yt, leave the bass sticks on board. the 2.5 day is awesome because it gives you much more time and you're not rushed, and trying to cram it all in in one day.

Bellcon - damn that video's funny... and so close to reality it's scary!

She got you too? But hell, it was worth it!

Signed up for the 2.5. Cant wait :)

Came up with the mula(deposit) for 2.5 day trip.....I'll be booking it in the next day two. CANT WAIT!

Classic Don!!!

:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: just booked the 2.5 day:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug:

First trip aboard a Mothership! Can't wait!!!!

III Nipple!!!!!!

bring some ones, boys!!!!

Don, I haven't laughed that hard in a long time!!!!

I cant stop laughing!!

I keep playing the vid & laughing. My wife showed me a similar vid on her Ironman triathlon sites. At least I usually bring home food

Anyone knows how many yakkers are booked for the 2.5day trip?

1 here.

I'm sure a lot have not spoke up, but here's the count of those who have from this thread:

1)Hunters Pa
2)lbsurf2ca
3)robmandel
4)scoop
5)jorluivil
6)Regor (yep, trip was part of Santa's presents this xmas) :)

Deposit in for the trip! Be out in March for sure and probably FEB. Anybody wnat to escort the rookie out to LJ for a trial run!?:jig:

2.5 day is filling up FAST guys. From what I remember signing people up yesterday there are only 5-6 spots left.

For those who were worried about the 2.5 day trip not running....

The trip is FULL. Sold out guys, definitely gonna be going :luxhello:

There is discussion about throwing on another 2.5 day trip if there is any interest so if you wanted in and didnt sign up in time speak up!

Yeah Cj...I didn't know it was going to fill up so soon...!!! Put me on the interested list!

Ilander 7 day
 

Is anyone signed up for the 7 day Islander trip? How many anglers do they need to make the trip happen? Been my experience in the past that there is never enough interest. I'm torn between laying the money down on the seven day and hope it happens or going to Rancho Leanero Spring Spectacular in the same time period which is almost sold out. bosco

me 'n' Mark Pierpont r in

this time I'm bringing a scale

five dolla :D:D:D

I'm in, along with the rest of the 909/951 crew.
heath, matt k and jesse.

Damn the June 2.5 day is Full :mad:


Keep your eye open for another 2.5 day trip being added!!


JP

What are the target species on the 1-1.5 day trips? Are these trips only for experienced kayak fisherman or can rookies go too?

Good place to shorten the learning curve. You can fish open water without a surf launch or super long paddle. Always seem to be some veterans along that you can learn from, and if you get in trouble the zodiac is just a VHF call away.

The biggest challenge is getting into & out of the kayak from the swimstep.

it depends on what YOU like to target...
that is the beauty of those trips...

personally...
I'm a calico bass-aholic...
huckin' MC slugs for bull calico in the and fihsin' the boilers...
that's the shizzle....
many a jp has been had by a nice big ol' halibut...
there's always a shot at WSB and ot YT....
what ever floats yer boat!

Come on Josh make some phone calls and free up some space for me!!:cheers1:

Oh well if i don't end up on this trip knock them dead.

And don't forget to hit that cove for another classic Butt!!!

Tight Lines

JP

mongo only pawn in game of life!

2.5 day trip
 

I'm a newbie at kayak angling. Been out on my kayak maybe 4 times. I could use a couple of days off and would enjoy the company of those more experienced. Is it okay for someone who hasn't caught a single fish yet to go on one of these trips? It sounds like a lot of fun.

These trips are generally pretty laid back and always a good group of guys. I would say you should do fine and im sure that on the way out youll make some new friends that will let you tag along for a day of fishing.

Thanks much for the feedback. Now to move some stuff on my calendar to squeeze this in.

When's the best time to pay off the remaining balance?

whenever you have the money! :luxhello:

I just paid my remaining balance.....:luxhello:

What are some of the non-fishing gear odds and ends that the 2.5 day veterans take on these trips?

smuggle on a couple of bottles :D

I'll smuggle in a couple but I don't drink.

some guys bring lots of $1 bills. and no it's not for the strippers but triple nipple. the islander has everything BUT strippers, unless shane and john have "upgraded" the accomodations. maybe that should be an OEX thing :biggrinjester::biggrinjester::biggrinjester:

seriously, if you do it right, meaning on your ass in the yak all day with a short break for lunch, you'll be too beat for anything else. maybe a book, or an ipod or something. if sleeping on a boat is a problem, and for some it is (noise), bring soft foam earplugs. maybe some advil or aspirin. I mean, you will probably be in your yak for over a dozen hours each day. I'm no spring chicken anymore. I'll be sore as hell.

I'd recommend of course battery chargers and backup batteries for VHF, etc. that's fishing perhaps, but kinda helpful.

towels, soap, toothbrush, all that personal hygiene crap that I don't care about :D:D dude, you're fishing!!

the other thing that I would recommend is snacks. yeah, they feed you great for sure, but I always pack a bunch of granola bars, crackers (those things kids put in their lunches. the orange crackers with the cheese or peanut butter, in wrapped packs of 6), maybe some fruit, and powerade. sometimes you need that carb/sugar boost and something to drink.

bring a few changes of socks and underwear. other thing, bring a variety of clothing, stuff you can layer. and yes, even a fairly warm jacket for night. jsut remember, you can leave anything on the boat, even go back for it if necessary. better to bring and not need than not have. that applies to gear as well. bring the extra jig stick or bass rod, or whatever. if you don't use it, big deal.

Are there any 1 or 1.5 days still available?