32" vs 36" hoopnets? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Dean Machine · 09-02-2007, 03:05 PM

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.

wavster · 09-02-2007, 11:17 PM

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...

BT · 09-03-2007, 09:33 AM

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.

slayersmith · 09-19-2007, 11:36 AM

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

madscientist · 09-19-2007, 12:57 PM

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.

yellowtail55 · 09-19-2007, 03:50 PM

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...

phughes · 09-19-2007, 03:53 PM

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

Pete

09-02-2007, 03:05 PM	#1
Dean Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Clemente Posts: 162	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. __________________ "Good luck and tight lines!"

09-03-2007, 09:33 AM	#3
BT Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: San Carlos Posts: 202	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. __________________ if your brain had fists, you could only hurt yourself!

09-19-2007, 12:57 PM	#5
madscientist Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,906	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. __________________

09-02-2007, 11:17 PM	#2
wavster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Encinitas Posts: 562	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...

09-19-2007, 11:36 AM	#4
slayersmith Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Torrance. ca Posts: 76	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

09-19-2007, 03:50 PM	#6
yellowtail55 The Highlander Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 44	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...

09-19-2007, 03:53 PM	#7
phughes Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 17	Stupid Question. What is a Scotty Trapeez? I was actually thinking of giving hooping a try this season with litup1. Pete