Launching........ - Page 2 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

ceruleandrms · 06-09-2014, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by addicted2sp33d

Get out and try it - there will always be days where La Jolla is not-so-bueno for noobs, and there are other days when County Line is not-so-bueno for noobs.

The trick is not to figure out which beach is better for noobs... the trick is to get some experience and not be a noob.

Just make sure everything is stored below decks and everything is leashed.

If you're worried about losing stuff, then get out there and practice without any gear. It'll be worth it.

Sounds good. Thank you.

Deamon · 06-09-2014, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dannowar

Didn't mean to come across like a dick...thought the thread was about which was scarier in a macho kind of way. All in good fun.

As Jeff Spicoli once told his teacher (Mr. Hand?) in an old movie..."you dick!" Bahahahahaha!!!

Dannowar · 06-09-2014, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Deamon

As Jeff Spicoli once told his teacher (Mr. Hand?) in an old movie..."you dick!" Bahahahahaha!!!

THATS THE NAME THEY GAVE ME

yaksailor · 06-09-2014, 09:29 PM

Everything else being equal; swell, period, tide height and direction...County Line has a much higher pucker factor.

CL is a steep, fast and peaky break. It's hard to tell where the next random peak will come up, and when it does, it's fast. The shore is uneven in depth. Wait until you can see the bottom before you get out. A premature dismount can put you into the deep end. Besides that, when you land, you have to slalom through a dozen short-boarders who are eager for entertainment between sets. The sound of surfers whooping it up at landing time = adrenaline landing.

La Jolla, IMO, is a shallow, slow, organized break. The shore is fairly even in depth. The waves peel off like an escalator at Macy's. Sometimes you can walk out for yards and still be in knee-deep water. If you're patient, you can time it with confidence.

StinkyMatt · 06-09-2014, 10:59 PM

The guy above said it perfectly.

otterpupster · 06-10-2014, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ceruleandrms

For all of you out there that have done both, which beach launch is harder/more difficult/scarier/involves more prayer: LJ or County Line?

Count Ln 4sure. Used to surf that area.Just s/o the point whn the sets come in WATCHOUT.Getting caught inside is a washing machine.Gotta time ur paddle out righteous lookin for that lull.Its all 'bout timing Bro!

wiredantz · 06-11-2014, 07:43 AM

My 4 year old can launch la jolla with no problem.

County line I have seen thousands of dollars being taken away by that launch.

Widgeon · 06-17-2014, 10:53 PM

I have less than a dozen surf launches under my belt.
I believe 2 were at LJ shores and in my experience it is BY FAR the easiest launch/ landing. Very sheltered.
My go to spot ( though I've been out of the game for a couple years) is near Big Rock, just south of Windansea. Good place to avoid the crowds, but a little more work.
This summer I am hoping to launch somewhere off of OB or Point Loma and fish that kelp.
You just have to time it right and hope for the best.
I have had one major yard sale. It comes with the territory. Just make sure your things are tied to the boat and don't F- around.

06-09-2014, 09:29 PM	#24
yaksailor Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 66	Everything else being equal; swell, period, tide height and direction...County Line has a much higher pucker factor. CL is a steep, fast and peaky break. It's hard to tell where the next random peak will come up, and when it does, it's fast. The shore is uneven in depth. Wait until you can see the bottom before you get out. A premature dismount can put you into the deep end. Besides that, when you land, you have to slalom through a dozen short-boarders who are eager for entertainment between sets. The sound of surfers whooping it up at landing time = adrenaline landing. La Jolla, IMO, is a shallow, slow, organized break. The shore is fairly even in depth. The waves peel off like an escalator at Macy's. Sometimes you can walk out for yards and still be in knee-deep water. If you're patient, you can time it with confidence. Last edited by yaksailor; 06-09-2014 at 10:16 PM.

06-11-2014, 07:43 AM	#27
wiredantz Currently @ MLO Territory Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Under the Shadow Posts: 2,290	My 4 year old can launch la jolla with no problem. County line I have seen thousands of dollars being taken away by that launch. __________________ Team: Disbanded You only have one chance in this life...make the right decision(s)...so you don't regret it

06-09-2014, 10:59 PM	#25
StinkyMatt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Under a bridge Posts: 2,169	The guy above said it perfectly.

06-17-2014, 10:53 PM	#28
Widgeon Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Clairemont Posts: 175	I have less than a dozen surf launches under my belt. I believe 2 were at LJ shores and in my experience it is BY FAR the easiest launch/ landing. Very sheltered. My go to spot ( though I've been out of the game for a couple years) is near Big Rock, just south of Windansea. Good place to avoid the crowds, but a little more work. This summer I am hoping to launch somewhere off of OB or Point Loma and fish that kelp. You just have to time it right and hope for the best. I have had one major yard sale. It comes with the territory. Just make sure your things are tied to the boat and don't F- around.