1st LJ YT on a yak, 1st capsize - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

mrlar13 · 09-23-2020, 07:08 AM

On only my 2nd LJ trip on a yak got a YT. However, it also resulted in my 1st capsize after he got straight down at the side of my yak and made a major run when I had my drag pretty tight. Thanks again to the 3 boats that came to assist getting my yak righted, my fish caught and me back in the yak. Quite an adventure. Want another YT without the capsize part.

TCS · 09-23-2020, 07:25 AM

I’m the guy that got to you first and helped you get that fish. I’m glad you’re safe and on dry land in the pic. I recommend that you practice getting back on the kayak while in the water, and pair up with a buddy boat for a while. A vhf radio would be a good idea too.

SoCalEDC · 09-23-2020, 07:49 AM

Nice yeller you got there. Worth the trip (and the flip) I'm sure.

seaquinn · 09-23-2020, 08:15 AM

Wow, that must have been fun to watch! Just Monday I was fighting a tuna (10 pounds) and the reel came off the rod... moments of crazy times. I can only imagine what it must be like to have one hand on the rod and one on the kayak. Kinda hard to reel that way.

Really nice at that time to have a buddy nearby.

Congrats, as you have now in the past some of the bigger challenges!

summers in kuwait · 09-23-2020, 08:47 AM

Congrats on your first Yellow from the kayak. You will remember for a long time, especially under those circumstances!

Nice time for a Public Service Announcement:

•Watch your drag settings
•Learn to self rescue, especially with your pfd on!
•Remember the vhf radio and consider mounting to pfd. This way if you get separated from your vessel you can still call for help.
•Safety in numbers

Cheers!

FISH11 · 09-23-2020, 10:08 AM

Congrats on the first kayak Yellowtail. On only your 2nd trip, is hugely LUCKY also the fact that there were boats and kayaks near to help you. Just for safety tips, as Todd mentioned watch how tight you set your drag and almost never have the rod pointing to the side of the Kayak, it should be towards the bow to give you the best leverage and balance. Always wear the PFD with VHF radio attached and rods and gear should be all leashed.

skrilla · 09-23-2020, 02:34 PM

Congrats! Sometimes the fish catch you.

TCS · 09-23-2020, 04:09 PM

This is my new ride. Wave me over if you need help or to hand off your fish.

09-23-2020, 07:08 AM	#1
mrlar13 Junior Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Poway Posts: 24	1st LJ YT on a yak, 1st capsize On only my 2nd LJ trip on a yak got a YT. However, it also resulted in my 1st capsize after he got straight down at the side of my yak and made a major run when I had my drag pretty tight. Thanks again to the 3 boats that came to assist getting my yak righted, my fish caught and me back in the yak. Quite an adventure. Want another YT without the capsize part. Attached Images

09-23-2020, 07:49 AM	#3
SoCalEDC Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Rancho Cucamonga Posts: 609	Nice yeller you got there. Worth the trip (and the flip) I'm sure. __________________ IG: @blackflag_fishing Youtube: Blackflag Fishing 2014 Ocean Kayak T13 SOLD 2020 Hobie Outback SOLD 2021 Stealth Fisha 500 #StealthTribe

09-23-2020, 08:47 AM	#5
summers in kuwait Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: East County San Diego Posts: 657	Congrats! Congrats on your first Yellow from the kayak. You will remember for a long time, especially under those circumstances! Nice time for a Public Service Announcement: •Watch your drag settings •Learn to self rescue, especially with your pfd on! •Remember the vhf radio and consider mounting to pfd. This way if you get separated from your vessel you can still call for help. •Safety in numbers Cheers!

09-23-2020, 10:08 AM	#6
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,643	Congrats on the first kayak Yellowtail. On only your 2nd trip, is hugely LUCKY also the fact that there were boats and kayaks near to help you. Just for safety tips, as Todd mentioned watch how tight you set your drag and almost never have the rod pointing to the side of the Kayak, it should be towards the bow to give you the best leverage and balance. Always wear the PFD with VHF radio attached and rods and gear should be all leashed. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

09-23-2020, 02:34 PM	#7
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	Congrats! Sometimes the fish catch you. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13

09-23-2020, 07:25 AM	#2
TCS Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 478	I’m the guy that got to you first and helped you get that fish. I’m glad you’re safe and on dry land in the pic. I recommend that you practice getting back on the kayak while in the water, and pair up with a buddy boat for a while. A vhf radio would be a good idea too.

09-23-2020, 08:15 AM	#4
seaquinn wishin' I was fishin' Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Blossom Valley (near El Cajon) Posts: 148	Wow, that must have been fun to watch! Just Monday I was fighting a tuna (10 pounds) and the reel came off the rod... moments of crazy times. I can only imagine what it must be like to have one hand on the rod and one on the kayak. Kinda hard to reel that way. Really nice at that time to have a buddy nearby. Congrats, as you have now in the past some of the bigger challenges!

09-23-2020, 04:09 PM	#8
TCS Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 478	Kayak Search and Rescue Vehicle This is my new ride. Wave me over if you need help or to hand off your fish. Attached Images