Thanks for the help. - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Jim Sammons LJKF · 08-28-2012, 08:44 AM

I hit LJ yesterday early and upon leaving the ramp my truck sank in the insanely soft sand. This is not normally an issue for me as my truck is 4x4, so when crossing the ramp area I go slow. Well my 4x4 for some reason is not engaging and I got stuck. Several other yakers came over and helped me out.
My struggles were worth while as when I got out I came across Moyer who was boat fishing and he handed off a few live squid, I also caught a few more. First drop of the hand off squid was hit and a few minutes later I landed a nice low 20's YT, which later that afternoon was turned into Pokey and some was seared.
Not sure how anyone else did out there, the only other fish I saw were cuddas.
So again thanks for all the help yesterday with the push and the bait.

Dannowar · 08-28-2012, 09:11 AM

No squid, no

for me.

Been stuck in that sand before, always someone willing to help out.

Cheers, stoked on your catch!

lowprofile · 08-28-2012, 09:15 AM

i get a kick out of the guys getting stuck at the launch, all it's doing is making the sand softer, but have helped a few in need when there isnt already 5 or 6 guys trying to push and pull it out. saw a ford Ranger Edge stuck the other day. i thought they were 4x4. this weeks super high tides will pack it down good and as long as no one tries to burn out around the barriers it shouldn't require 4 wheel drive.

good on the guys to help out and WTG on some fresh Hiramasa!

Jim Sammons LJKF · 08-28-2012, 11:04 AM

I have pulled enough people out of the sand with my truck over the years, I figure I earned a push.
Going to have to get my truck in for service and figure out why it is indicating it is in 4x4 but it is not. Digging out with a paddle SUCKS

GregAndrew · 08-28-2012, 11:49 AM

I have been stuck on the soft side with my 4 wheel drive on. When the ruts get deep enough you can bottom out on the high part between them. Got pulled out and a day or 2 later it was my turn to do the pulling. Sometimes you are glad that you are not the only one out there. You got Squid from Moyer and did not catch a monster Calico on it?

seriola_killer · 08-28-2012, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Sammons LJKF

I have pulled enough people out of the sand with my truck over the years, I figure I earned a push.
Going to have to get my truck in for service and figure out why it is indicating it is in 4x4 but it is not. Digging out with a paddle SUCKS

No worries Jim! Glad me and the father in law could help!

Aaron&Julie · 08-28-2012, 02:35 PM

I don't where that soft sand came from this year, but it's been murder on all types of vehicles, as I've been stuck twice on the same trip. I even helped the person in front of me as I was leaving, get unstuck, only to get stuck the second time that day, right behind him. Definitely something different this year for many. Kinda puts the damper on a good day, or quite crappy on just a fair day.
Aaron

seriola_killer · 08-28-2012, 02:46 PM

Jim's problem was a wierd one. The 4x4 drive didn't engage until his front tires hit the cement. At least I found out a superb use for Hobie's stock paddles.

T-Rex · 08-28-2012, 02:50 PM

Jim - at least you got a nice yt for your efforts. I was dropping off my daughter and a friend to go paddling and got the wife's minivan stuck in the soft sand about a month ago when a film crew was there for the History channel. Now that sucked! There was a lady life guard being interviewed for the show and she just took delight in chewing my a$$ out for driving a two wheel drive vehicle onto the beach. She lightened up a little when I told her it was the first time I've gotten stuck at the launch in over 10 years. Floor mats, a shovel and some help from some of the film crew got me off the beach in about 10 minutes.

08-28-2012, 08:44 AM	#1
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	Thanks for the help. I hit LJ yesterday early and upon leaving the ramp my truck sank in the insanely soft sand. This is not normally an issue for me as my truck is 4x4, so when crossing the ramp area I go slow. Well my 4x4 for some reason is not engaging and I got stuck. Several other yakers came over and helped me out. My struggles were worth while as when I got out I came across Moyer who was boat fishing and he handed off a few live squid, I also caught a few more. First drop of the hand off squid was hit and a few minutes later I landed a nice low 20's YT, which later that afternoon was turned into Pokey and some was seared. Not sure how anyone else did out there, the only other fish I saw were cuddas. So again thanks for all the help yesterday with the push and the bait. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

08-28-2012, 09:15 AM	#3
lowprofile #1 on fishstick's hitlist Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sea level Posts: 1,478	i get a kick out of the guys getting stuck at the launch, all it's doing is making the sand softer, but have helped a few in need when there isnt already 5 or 6 guys trying to push and pull it out. saw a ford Ranger Edge stuck the other day. i thought they were 4x4. this weeks super high tides will pack it down good and as long as no one tries to burn out around the barriers it shouldn't require 4 wheel drive. good on the guys to help out and WTG on some fresh Hiramasa! __________________ MLPA- My Largest Poaching Area

08-28-2012, 11:04 AM	#4
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	I have pulled enough people out of the sand with my truck over the years, I figure I earned a push. Going to have to get my truck in for service and figure out why it is indicating it is in 4x4 but it is not. Digging out with a paddle SUCKS __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

08-28-2012, 02:35 PM	#7
Aaron&Julie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Spring Valley Posts: 1,400	I don't where that soft sand came from this year, but it's been murder on all types of vehicles, as I've been stuck twice on the same trip. I even helped the person in front of me as I was leaving, get unstuck, only to get stuck the second time that day, right behind him. Definitely something different this year for many. Kinda puts the damper on a good day, or quite crappy on just a fair day. Aaron __________________ "Never say die" Last edited by Aaron&Julie; 08-28-2012 at 02:49 PM.

08-28-2012, 02:46 PM	#8
seriola_killer Sled Peddler Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Bonita, Ca. Posts: 236	Jim's problem was a wierd one. The 4x4 drive didn't engage until his front tires hit the cement. At least I found out a superb use for Hobie's stock paddles. __________________ Jerry Moore Need a car or truck to yaul your yak? Ring me up. (619)988-3325

08-28-2012, 09:11 AM	#2
Dannowar Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 1,823	No squid, no for me. Been stuck in that sand before, always someone willing to help out. Cheers, stoked on your catch!

08-28-2012, 11:49 AM	#5
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I have been stuck on the soft side with my 4 wheel drive on. When the ruts get deep enough you can bottom out on the high part between them. Got pulled out and a day or 2 later it was my turn to do the pulling. Sometimes you are glad that you are not the only one out there. You got Squid from Moyer and did not catch a monster Calico on it?

08-28-2012, 02:50 PM	#9
T-Rex Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Rancho Santa Margarita Posts: 770	Jim - at least you got a nice yt for your efforts. I was dropping off my daughter and a friend to go paddling and got the wife's minivan stuck in the soft sand about a month ago when a film crew was there for the History channel. Now that sucked! There was a lady life guard being interviewed for the show and she just took delight in chewing my a$$ out for driving a two wheel drive vehicle onto the beach. She lightened up a little when I told her it was the first time I've gotten stuck at the launch in over 10 years. Floor mats, a shovel and some help from some of the film crew got me off the beach in about 10 minutes. __________________ Last edited by T-Rex; 08-28-2012 at 02:57 PM.