noob checking in

[Carp]

Wanted to say nice forum and I have already learned a lot. I grew up freshwater fishing in: ME,OH,MI I'm currently looking for my first kayak and it's tough. I'm a bigger guy 6'2 230# and I'm looking for stability and comfort w/ a budget of 1k$ I really like the Jackson cuda 14 but a little outta my budget.

Some questions for you guys: (Saltwater is foreign to me)

What tackle is needed for a typical day of fishing in Point Loma or La Jolla

Rod, reel, etc. ? line?

I have went on guided charters in Cabo, Miami, and Maine the deckhands pretty much did everything while we drank beer and reeled in fish.

Thanks in Advanced


My background is Navy (Hull Tech) then I became an armorer/gunsmith if you have any questions about firearms or hunting (Deer/turkey/coyote) feel free to shoot me a PM.

[raffman55]

Welcome. I'd recommend you check out OEX, pick their brains, (it's their business!) test paddle a few til you find one you like. Ask to buddy up on your first times out, a lotta' people willing to help here, they won't steer you wrong. If you ever want to hit up SD Bay, drop me a line, haven't got my LJ gear back up to snuff yet. Good luck.

[Yakly]

I just went through the same though I'm not 6'2 but 240. OEX recommended something like the x-factor or the Sealth by Malibu. There not as fast as some of the others but very stable especially for a 1st boat. Most of the others are a little narrower and not as stable initially until you get the hang of things.

I'd definitely take the advise of going down and talking to these guys. They've been doing this for a long time and have a great selection. I believe OEX SD has last years Sealth on special right now for something around $750.

Go check them out, it's a shopping mall!!!!!!!

[Carp]

Originally Posted by raffman55

Welcome. I'd recommend you check out OEX, pick their brains, (it's their business!) test paddle a few til you find one you like. Ask to buddy up on your first times out, a lotta' people willing to help here, they won't steer you wrong. If you ever want to hit up SD Bay, drop me a line, haven't got my LJ gear back up to snuff yet. Good luck.

Originally Posted by Yakly

I just went through the same though I'm not 6'2 but 240. OEX recommended something like the x-factor or the Sealth by Malibu. There not as fast as some of the others but very stable especially for a 1st boat. Most of the others are a little narrower and not as stable initially until you get the hang of things.

I'd definitely take the advise of going down and talking to these guys. They've been doing this for a long time and have a great selection. I believe OEX SD has last years Sealth on special right now for something around $750.

Go check them out, it's a shopping mall!!!!!!!

Went to OEX today and they gave me the same recommendations x-factor,stealth and I recommended myself the cuda 14 the seat was really comfortable and I like the different heights.
I'm looking used for now.

I appreciate the replies I'm still looking for rod/reel recommendations

[scotty1369]

Welcome to the forum jeff. once we find you a kayak we will hit it hard.

[Carp]

Originally Posted by scotty1369

Welcome to the forum jeff. once we find you a kayak we will hit it hard.

Indeed Scott I'm scouring the board and CL. I'm also going to buy a couple rods when I figure out what to get. I'm hoping to have one by next weekend.