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Old 11-04-2015, 03:40 PM   #1
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Kayaker rescue La Jolla

http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/...la-jolla-cove/

5-6 foot swells today...
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Old 11-04-2015, 03:48 PM   #2
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Had all the safety equipment needed in case of situation like this but missed the best safety equipment.. Weather report 😳

It's been nasty out the last few days..
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Old 11-04-2015, 03:57 PM   #3
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Half a mile offshore? And they didn't just swim in?

They had to have been farther off...
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Old 11-04-2015, 04:09 PM   #4
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Half a mile offshore? And they didn't just swim in? They had to have been farther off...
Kind of a bull shit comment right there. If anything, question their decision to go out but that's it.

Sounds like a tandem. If so, multiply the challenges of two peeps climbing back on in rough water. These people probably had some clothes on, water a bit on the chilly side, winds, lost some gear or had it all hung up and dangling. MUCH BETTER to make the call sooner than later. I'm thinking you probably don't have much experience with LJ's current...

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Old 11-04-2015, 04:24 PM   #5
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Old 11-04-2015, 04:37 PM   #6
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Small craft advisory today, why would you even go out. There is always another day to go out. We see a lot of people get in trouble because they get out in conditions where they overestimate their abilities and underestimate they power of the ocean.
Good to hear they had on PFD's and had safety gear at least.
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Old 11-04-2015, 10:55 PM   #7
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Kind of a bull shit comment right there. If anything, question their decision to go out but that's it.

Sounds like a tandem. If so, multiply the challenges of two peeps climbing back on in rough water. These people probably had some clothes on, water a bit on the chilly side, winds, lost some gear or had it all hung up and dangling. MUCH BETTER to make the call sooner than later. I'm thinking you probably don't have much experience with LJ's current...

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Kind of a bitch comment right there. I'm guessing you're also the kind of person who suggests kayaking in the bay for 6 months before taking your kayak into the ocean to master this activity that is SSOOOO DIFFICULT.

And yes I have tons of experience in la Jolla. I'm sure Ive experienced much stronger currents surfing the cove when it occasionally breaks than when I'm fishing it off of a kayak... Or swimming through churned up water at horseshoe after breaking a leash and having my board go to shore.
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Old 11-04-2015, 11:47 PM   #8
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Kind of a bitch comment right there. I'm guessing you're also the kind of person who suggests kayaking in the bay for 6 months before taking your kayak into the ocean to master this activity that is SSOOOO DIFFICULT.

And yes I have tons of experience in la Jolla. I'm sure Ive experienced much stronger currents surfing the cove when it occasionally breaks than when I'm fishing it off of a kayak... Or swimming through churned up water at horseshoe after breaking a leash and having my board go to shore.
cove is a mushburger. surf blacks or GTFO


edit: also having surfed la jolla my entire life, i dove the outer kelp a month ago and the current was so strong when i got off my kayak i was 30 yards away within seconds. its a lot different in open water guy. You surf horseshoe? thats cool....theres channels on both sides and the inner reef is forgiving as well. you must not fish often if you've never seen so much current that the kelp disappears. its cool though, keep talking like you didn't just pick up a kayak and luck into some yt in the easiest year to catch one in your lifetime.
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Old 11-05-2015, 08:36 AM   #9
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I think one thing to remember when posting is that there is a range of experience on this forum and out on the water.

I was born and raised in S.D. and have surfed Blacks, Windansea and Garbage on a 9+ single fin. I also lived in Humboldt County and have launched in some pretty sketchy conditions both in the ocean and fast moving rivers.

That said, I would encourage anyone (newbies and experienced waterpeople) to start off in the bay or calmer waters for whatever time it takes to feel more comfortable and get your bearings. Even a seasoned veteran can get cocky or too drunk/high (if such a thing) and forget that Mother Nature is in charge.

As mentioned, there is always another day. Be safe.
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Old 11-05-2015, 07:45 AM   #10
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Half a mile offshore? And they didn't just swim in?

They had to have been farther off...

Have you ever had to swim while wearing a PFD? I’ve tried it myself and I can assure you that at best it’s difficult.
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Old 11-05-2015, 10:24 AM   #11
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They probably were further out or could be with the conditions at the time it seemed like miles out. I'm still amazed how bad LJ can get when its bad.. I'll take the worst day at Malibu or Gaviota any day over a bad day at LJ..

As for swimming back in, that's way off to assume they had the ability to do so.. Questioning someone's ability to yours is wrong.. I'm sure you have your limits and if someone questions that you would say they are wrong as well.. Just put yourself in other shoes and not compare your ability to yours..

That's all people are saying.. You can argue or just accept that what you said was wrong..


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They had to have been farther off...
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Old 11-04-2015, 04:45 PM   #12
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Kayaker rescue La Jolla

The worst weather and condition I have ever been out in was in LJ (right John & Jemie!!) and the best condition I have ever been out in has been LJ... That should should tell you a lot about LJ and how conditions can change..

That being said, I don't understand why take the risk but I'm sure they had their reasons.. Heck even the rental shops didn't let people out which says a lot..
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Old 11-04-2015, 05:11 PM   #13
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I rescued two guys and did not make the news
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Old 11-04-2015, 05:38 PM   #14
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Apparently, they are safe. That's the important part.

In the meantime, it's a good lesson for all of us.

Live and learn.
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Old 11-04-2015, 05:41 PM   #15
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I looked at the cam today and saw whitecaps but I didn't see anyone launch[I[/I], the surf was pretty rough also. Didn't look like a good day to be out in any small craft.
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Old 11-04-2015, 06:22 PM   #16
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Prob heard the yellowtail tuna were running.........
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Old 11-04-2015, 09:23 PM   #17
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I looked at the cam today and saw whitecaps but I didn't see anyone launch[I[/I], the surf was pretty rough also. Didn't look like a good day to be out in any small craft.
It was insanely windy today. Today was supposed to be my first LJ trip, but got to the launch and NOPED out. Not worth the risk one bit.
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Old 11-04-2015, 11:55 PM   #18
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I rescued two guys and did not make the news


oh and to make the bashing even on all ends.....





we know bro, you've told us multiple times




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Old 11-05-2015, 07:55 AM   #19
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Dannyman,

Can I just buy you a toy plastic kayak that you can hang on your rear view mirror?

That way, you can still claim...and jump into these threads and bitch slap others whether deserved or not. We're going to miss you...

Or wait...are you going to one of those boaters who just have to post their catches on a kayak website???haha hahahahahaha!!!!!!!

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Old 11-05-2015, 08:15 AM   #20
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All the flame throwing aside....(fun to watch; slow day)...

The only time I've ever flipped on open water was LJ with a nasty swell and wind going the other way... I had a friend right next to me that time and all was well.

Now I have a radio on my PFD, backup GPS and I carry 12g flares. My PA 14 has a hull full of pool noodles to fill up the empty space. I have USCG and SD Lifeguard dispatch on my phone too...

A mile may not seem that long when you're using a mirage drive, or when you are a skilled surfer, in shape and in a wet suit...but I would have a really hard time battling wave, wind and even a .5 knt current with no fins, a PDF and maybe some clothing. Chances of me swimming back in from a mile off the point in those conditions...not good.

I'd make the call early, before I was totally exhausted. 'Cause I love my life, my wife and my kids wayyyyy more than my pride!
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