chased out of lj - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

salty pirate · 08-05-2013, 07:17 PM

What up bwe, hit the water at 5am to small surf. Made quick work of filling the tank with fin bait. I hung around the condos for a while and got a few cudas. Decided to keep moving as bait was everywhere and I was tired playing with the slimeturds. Kept trolling and throwing

at the boils and kept getting more slimeturds. Saw some birds diving out in deeper water so off I went. Btw the water is super blue. Anyway I did not get anything so I took a snack break and tried trolling the deeper water (about 130ft). After a while I saw a big mark on the ff and thought what the heck was that. Well I found out a few minutes later. I looked back to check the line and saw two dolphins coming in close behind me, then I realize that in fact those two fins were part of one huge f-ing shark (mako). This thing was at least 12ft. It would come within inch's of my kayak (pa 12) and was the same size or bigger. At this point I thinking 1. what a cool way to kick off shark week 2. why did I eat those pot brownies

3. I am all alone out here 4. the closest boat is at least 2 miles away. 5. If this f-er wants to he could easily knock me out of the yak and have me for lunch. So I grasped my knife in one hand and head towards the kayak (sorry) I could see off in distance. Well it took a good half hour to get there cause I would have to stop peddling and tuck my fins under the yak. The shark would sneak up behind me fins out of the water and disappear, then come from the side and look at me, it even splashed me with it's tail. Finally it got board with me and left. Needless to say it was time to go in! I have encountered curious sharks before but not this big and not for such a long period of time. I truly felt I was in danger.

I know this subject has come up before but what do you do when you encounter sharks like this and what kind of protection do you (if any) carry? Please only list things that are legal to have! Feel free to share your sharky experience. I know it is probably the sign of a healthy fishery but damn.

Eli

beef78 · 08-05-2013, 07:38 PM

Trojans. Sometimes Durex. Never Lifestyles. I think my paddle is the best defense. It's always handy is good for a quick jab to the nose. If that fails, gaff/billie club.

DanaPT · 08-05-2013, 07:59 PM

Toss out a few of them brownies. When everyone is stoned, no problem bruddah

lowprofile · 08-05-2013, 08:03 PM

i always take 10ft of 1/16th cable and a 10/0 J hook and another 12ft of now 400lb, was 200lb, grab leader... just never came across one of those big boys. did come eye to eye with a white. but you can't bait those up.

that shark wasn't going to eat you.

usmp06 · 08-05-2013, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanaPT

Toss out a few of them brownies. When everyone is stoned, no problem bruddah

That would have been bad the shark would of had the munchies eating all the yakers out there lol.

steveooo · 08-05-2013, 09:18 PM

No Me gusta the big curious sharks when I'm out there alone. Only seen one once, but it still gives me the heeby jeebies.

GregAndrew · 08-05-2013, 10:30 PM

It is like the rides at Disneyland "Keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle until it has come to a complete halt". My feeling is that I am not going to outrun any big shark, so I don't want to make myself look like fleeing prey. If it is getting too close, and I have the chance, I am aiming for a shot to the nose.

Dirty Curti · 08-06-2013, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salty pirate

What up bwe, hit the water at 5am to small surf. Made quick work of filling the tank with fin bait. I hung around the condos for a while and got a few cudas. Decided to keep moving as bait was everywhere and I was tired playing with the slimeturds. Kept trolling and throwing

at the boils and kept getting more slimeturds. Saw some birds diving out in deeper water so off I went. Btw the water is super blue. Anyway I did not get anything so I took a snack break and tried trolling the deeper water (about 130ft). After a while I saw a big mark on the ff and thought what the heck was that. Well I found out a few minutes later. I looked back to check the line and saw two dolphins coming in close behind me, then I realize that in fact those two fins were part of one huge f-ing shark (mako). This thing was at least 12ft. It would come within inch's of my kayak (pa 12) and was the same size or bigger. At this point I thinking 1. what a cool way to kick off shark week 2. why did I eat those pot brownies

3. I am all alone out here 4. the closest boat is at least 2 miles away. 5. If this f-er wants to he could easily knock me out of the yak and have me for lunch. So I grasped my knife in one hand and head towards the kayak (sorry) I could see off in distance. Well it took a good half hour to get there cause I would have to stop peddling and tuck my fins under the yak. The shark would sneak up behind me fins out of the water and disappear, then come from the side and look at me, it even splashed me with it's tail. Finally it got board with me and left. Needless to say it was time to go in! I have encountered curious sharks before but not this big and not for such a long period of time. I truly felt I was in danger.

I know this subject has come up before but what do you do when you encounter sharks like this and what kind of protection do you (if any) carry? Please only list things that are legal to have! Feel free to share your sharky experience. I know it is probably the sign of a healthy fishery but damn.

Eli

First off, How many brownies did you have before you saw this Mako??? Just cut down on the brownies and those Mako's will turn into seals.

That's pretty scary, I would do like Zed said...Paddle towards it and see how he likes it.

addicted2sp33d · 08-06-2013, 09:38 AM

Maybe the sharks know it's Shark Week?

Billy V · 08-06-2013, 09:58 AM

Next time that happens - toss it a mack. Makos give the best sleigh rides, all on top of the water.
------------
Don't worry Mackerel are "legal" to own and possess. lol.

makobob · 08-06-2013, 10:28 AM

Mako's are very curious, they sense both electrical currents and sound vibrations. If you had your bait tank running she may have been feeling your good vibes. Not many confirmed unprovoked mako attacks. They are AWESOME creatures, you actually had a memorable adventure!!

Vikingj · 08-06-2013, 12:02 PM

One strategy that I have heard of that makes since is to cluster together, side to side with one or more other yaks. This should be less appealing to a hungry shark than a solo yak?

Tman · 08-06-2013, 01:09 PM

Should've flung an iron at him...

Hobie-Pedaller · 08-06-2013, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by salty pirate

.... 2. why did I eat those pot brownies

the heavy adrenalin rush from anything truly frightening or exciting, will always wipe away the effects of those pot brownies almost instantly.

.

Deamon · 08-06-2013, 01:32 PM

Simple...open up the zip lock baggie...quickly slip on adult sized diaper, extra absorbant...paddle towards someone fatter than myself...

taggermike · 08-06-2013, 02:23 PM

I've never seen a mako that big in LJ but have had some small ones do the follow, circle, drive routine. That all black eye is just menacing. Mike

08-05-2013, 07:17 PM	#1
salty pirate Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: where the hell is Temecula Posts: 268	chased out of lj What up bwe, hit the water at 5am to small surf. Made quick work of filling the tank with fin bait. I hung around the condos for a while and got a few cudas. Decided to keep moving as bait was everywhere and I was tired playing with the slimeturds. Kept trolling and throwing at the boils and kept getting more slimeturds. Saw some birds diving out in deeper water so off I went. Btw the water is super blue. Anyway I did not get anything so I took a snack break and tried trolling the deeper water (about 130ft). After a while I saw a big mark on the ff and thought what the heck was that. Well I found out a few minutes later. I looked back to check the line and saw two dolphins coming in close behind me, then I realize that in fact those two fins were part of one huge f-ing shark (mako). This thing was at least 12ft. It would come within inch's of my kayak (pa 12) and was the same size or bigger. At this point I thinking 1. what a cool way to kick off shark week 2. why did I eat those pot brownies 3. I am all alone out here 4. the closest boat is at least 2 miles away. 5. If this f-er wants to he could easily knock me out of the yak and have me for lunch. So I grasped my knife in one hand and head towards the kayak (sorry) I could see off in distance. Well it took a good half hour to get there cause I would have to stop peddling and tuck my fins under the yak. The shark would sneak up behind me fins out of the water and disappear, then come from the side and look at me, it even splashed me with it's tail. Finally it got board with me and left. Needless to say it was time to go in! I have encountered curious sharks before but not this big and not for such a long period of time. I truly felt I was in danger. I know this subject has come up before but what do you do when you encounter sharks like this and what kind of protection do you (if any) carry? Please only list things that are legal to have! Feel free to share your sharky experience. I know it is probably the sign of a healthy fishery but damn. Eli

08-05-2013, 07:38 PM	#2
beef78 Large Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 316	Trojans. Sometimes Durex. Never Lifestyles. I think my paddle is the best defense. It's always handy is good for a quick jab to the nose. If that fails, gaff/billie club. __________________ "I shall not tiptoe through life to arrive safely at death."

08-05-2013, 08:03 PM	#4
lowprofile #1 on fishstick's hitlist Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sea level Posts: 1,478	i always take 10ft of 1/16th cable and a 10/0 J hook and another 12ft of now 400lb, was 200lb, grab leader... just never came across one of those big boys. did come eye to eye with a white. but you can't bait those up. that shark wasn't going to eat you. __________________ MLPA- My Largest Poaching Area

08-06-2013, 09:58 AM	#10
Billy V Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Ho Posts: 1,382	Next time that happens - toss it a mack. Makos give the best sleigh rides, all on top of the water. ------------ Don't worry Mackerel are "legal" to own and possess. lol. __________________

08-06-2013, 10:28 AM	#11
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Mako's are very curious, they sense both electrical currents and sound vibrations. If you had your bait tank running she may have been feeling your good vibes. Not many confirmed unprovoked mako attacks. They are AWESOME creatures, you actually had a memorable adventure!! __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

08-05-2013, 07:59 PM	#3
DanaPT Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South OC Posts: 1,606	Toss out a few of them brownies. When everyone is stoned, no problem bruddah

08-05-2013, 09:18 PM	#6
steveooo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,921	No Me gusta the big curious sharks when I'm out there alone. Only seen one once, but it still gives me the heeby jeebies.

08-05-2013, 10:30 PM	#7
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	It is like the rides at Disneyland "Keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle until it has come to a complete halt". My feeling is that I am not going to outrun any big shark, so I don't want to make myself look like fleeing prey. If it is getting too close, and I have the chance, I am aiming for a shot to the nose.

08-06-2013, 09:38 AM	#9
addicted2sp33d Here fishy fishy fishy... Join Date: May 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 774	Maybe the sharks know it's Shark Week?

08-06-2013, 12:02 PM	#12
Vikingj Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dana Point area Posts: 438	One strategy that I have heard of that makes since is to cluster together, side to side with one or more other yaks. This should be less appealing to a hungry shark than a solo yak?

08-06-2013, 01:09 PM	#13
Tman BRTF...bought & paid... Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,247	Should've flung an iron at him... __________________ Adios Tman Gaffer for Clay the Fishcatcher

08-06-2013, 01:32 PM	#15
Deamon Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1,972	Simple...open up the zip lock baggie...quickly slip on adult sized diaper, extra absorbant...paddle towards someone fatter than myself... __________________ Recreational Fisherman's Catch...2% Commercial Fisherman's Catch- 98% Recreational Fishing Kayakers Catch- .00001% "The reality is that the wall was built to keep all Asians ~specifically Japanese and those that think they're japanese~ out of the U.S"

08-06-2013, 02:23 PM	#16
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	I've never seen a mako that big in LJ but have had some small ones do the follow, circle, drive routine. That all black eye is just menacing. Mike

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