32" vs 36" hoopnets?
 

Does anyone favor a smaller net for use on a kayak, or do the benefits of larger 36 inch nets outweigh the non benefits? I would like to be able to fish five large nets from my extreme if it's not too much gear to handle. Any input would be appreciated, thanks ahead of time.

I typically carry 5 full sized hoopnets on my yak. Last year I used an eXtreme and had no problem.

I put the hoops in the back where a milk crate would normally go. I used 2 PVC posts to
hold the hoops in (stuck in the scupper holes) until I got to where I wanted to soak them.

If you have a live well that's hard plastic (not a kayatank), it makes a great place
to throw bugs in, instead of inside the hatch...

I used the 32s last year. THis year I picked up a couple of the eclipse nets to give them a try. They are 36. I have heard they are a pain on a yak, but they were a good deal so I want to give them a try.

The 36" hoop nets are tough on a kayak. I use 5 of the 32" nets on the hobie outback.

The 36" regular and eclipse are more for a boat.

Get a scotty trapeez they are the bomb for hoopin!

Take it easy!

Aaron

I prefer 32" from the yak. I usually hoop shallow so there is no reason to have a bigger net, if you have good pulling technique.

I have (3) 36" nets and (2) 32" nets. The 32's are definitely more convenient, but I still think you get a few more bugs on the 36's...

Stupid Question. What is a Scotty Trapeez? I was actually thinking of giving hooping a try this season with litup1.

Pete

its this http://www.kayakfishinggear.com/inde...PROD&ProdID=30

I think it's basically a hand pully/winch that let's aids in bringing up the hoops.

I personally think that less is better. The trapeez sounds like a good idea, but the yak
can get crowded real quick when hooping. Having one more thing to get the hoop stuck
on can be a drag, especially when wrestling with big bugs! :D

I hoop with a hobie outback. Peddle up to the float (going up current or up wind) on the hoop with a little speed, grab the rope toward the hoop put it on the trapeez (lightly and take up the slack) and I am usually straite over the hoop net by that time, then I am ready to pull like hell.

The good thing about a trapeez is you pull toward you, instead of strait up giving your boat rope burn. With a trapeez you have more controll and faster pulling = more water pressure keeping the buggs in the bottom of the net = more bugs.


Good luck hoopin when the season starts.

Take it easy!

Aaron

I should be slaying them then!! :D

Phughes,

I tried one and wasnt a fan. Just not for me. If you or anyone wants a trapeeze, I will sell you mine for $20 (no mount), or trade it for some fishing stuff. If I remeber correctly I paid $35 for it at OEX.
http://www.scottypaddlesports.com/pa...e_sidedeck.gif

I think on a Hobie they are probably pretty ideal, since you can use your feet to peddle and keep your hands free.

Bug season is only 8 days away!!! :eating:

BT

20 bucks thats a great deal. If I didnt already have 2 I would buy it.

Take it easy!

AAron