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

psudocromis · 09-19-2007, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phughes

Stupid Question. What is a Scotty Trapeez? I

its this http://www.kayakfishinggear.com/inde...PROD&ProdID=30

wavster · 09-19-2007, 04:24 PM

I think it's basically a hand pully/winch that let's aids in bringing up the hoops.

I personally think that less is better. The trapeez sounds like a good idea, but the yak
can get crowded real quick when hooping. Having one more thing to get the hoop stuck
on can be a drag, especially when wrestling with big bugs!

slayersmith · 09-20-2007, 08:36 AM

I hoop with a hobie outback. Peddle up to the float (going up current or up wind) on the hoop with a little speed, grab the rope toward the hoop put it on the trapeez (lightly and take up the slack) and I am usually straite over the hoop net by that time, then I am ready to pull like hell.

The good thing about a trapeez is you pull toward you, instead of strait up giving your boat rope burn. With a trapeez you have more controll and faster pulling = more water pressure keeping the buggs in the bottom of the net = more bugs.

Good luck hoopin when the season starts.

Take it easy!

Aaron

BT · 09-20-2007, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madscientist

if you have good pulling technique.

I should be slaying them then!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by phughes

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

Pete

Phughes,

I tried one and wasnt a fan. Just not for me. If you or anyone wants a trapeeze, I will sell you mine for $20 (no mount), or trade it for some fishing stuff. If I remeber correctly I paid $35 for it at OEX.

I think on a Hobie they are probably pretty ideal, since you can use your feet to peddle and keep your hands free.

Bug season is only 8 days away!!!

BT

slayersmith · 09-21-2007, 07:33 AM

20 bucks thats a great deal. If I didnt already have 2 I would buy it.

Take it easy!

AAron

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

09-19-2007, 04:24 PM	#9
wavster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Encinitas Posts: 562	I think it's basically a hand pully/winch that let's aids in bringing up the hoops. I personally think that less is better. The trapeez sounds like a good idea, but the yak can get crowded real quick when hooping. Having one more thing to get the hoop stuck on can be a drag, especially when wrestling with big bugs!

09-20-2007, 08:36 AM	#10
slayersmith Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Torrance. ca Posts: 76	I hoop with a hobie outback. Peddle up to the float (going up current or up wind) on the hoop with a little speed, grab the rope toward the hoop put it on the trapeez (lightly and take up the slack) and I am usually straite over the hoop net by that time, then I am ready to pull like hell. The good thing about a trapeez is you pull toward you, instead of strait up giving your boat rope burn. With a trapeez you have more controll and faster pulling = more water pressure keeping the buggs in the bottom of the net = more bugs. Good luck hoopin when the season starts. Take it easy! Aaron

09-21-2007, 07:33 AM	#12
slayersmith Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Torrance. ca Posts: 76	20 bucks thats a great deal. If I didnt already have 2 I would buy it. Take it easy! AAron