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Ed · 03-27-2008, 07:48 AM

Actually, I hear they prefer the flavor of red Hobies

(Photo by Dan at NCKA)

Handymansd · 03-27-2008, 01:50 PM

I'm gonna need some bigger leaders...

peguinpower · 03-28-2008, 09:45 PM

Wassup?

I seem to have stopped getting emails for about a week. Any emails I missed?

As far as I know, are as follows.

1 big bag to be checked in.

1 small bag (can I bring my crate and fill it with stuff as carry on?)

1 kayak which should be stackable (Or can I roll it on the ferry semi-rigged?)

Is it ok that I have carry on luggage and still carry my kayak cart with me on the ferry?

Did any cooking cells get organized? I'm with Don, but me thinks we could do better than just 2 in our group.

Can't wait for next friday.

/bing

Handymansd · 03-28-2008, 10:38 PM

Quote:

1 kayak which should be stackable (Or can I roll it on the ferry semi-rigged?)

Or fully rigged with no rods? What exactly is stackable for a kayak? FF and GPS removed? Seat? Crate mate? I am a little confused as well. I would really like things to move smoothly once we arrive, so any experience or information might help.

Andy, what's the sit-rep on the coolers?

Thanks in advance for supporting us ignorant ones!

Iceman · 03-29-2008, 07:21 AM

Quote:

Andy, what's the sit-rep on the coolers?

I have e mailed them twice asking about coolers and surprisingly not got a reply. all my other e mails were quick turn arounds via Blackberry. I'll try that phone thingy today

We have 30 kayaks to put on the stern, stackable is good. The ones that don't stack well will be on top. The 10 day forecast has removed showers from the weekend and 70 degrees

Donfish · 03-29-2008, 02:30 PM

7 day looks good on a decreasing swell looks like it will backoff just in time.

Went thru my stuff today Tent sleepingbag inflatable mat 2 flourescent lights handheld flashlight....... What time should we be down there to start loading?

yakrider · 03-29-2008, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by peguinpower

Wassup?

I seem to have stopped getting emails for about a week. Any emails I missed?

As far as I know, are as follows.

1 big bag to be checked in.

1 small bag (can I bring my crate and fill it with stuff as carry on?)

1 kayak which should be stackable (Or can I roll it on the ferry semi-rigged?)

Is it ok that I have carry on luggage and still carry my kayak cart with me on the ferry?

Did any cooking cells get organized? I'm with Don, but me thinks we could do better than just 2 in our group.

Can't wait for next friday.

/bing

yeah....what he said...

# of bags and or crates or stuff to carry on:

1. ice chest and food

2.tent, sleeping bag and pad, lantern
clothes, cooking utensils

3. gear crate with tons of crap.

4. bait tank

5. rods and reels, paddle, pedals

How 's it all gonna fit?

what's everyone doing?

Help a knucklehead out...

Donfish · 03-29-2008, 06:51 PM

I think we get to check 2 pieces under 70lbs plus a carry on inaddition to our yaks that have a fare of there own of $45 don't we? as per the website....

*One-way fare is 1/2 of Round Trip.
*Additional Luggage - If you know you have additional luggage beyond two pieces weighing no more than 70 pounds each and a small carry-on, YOU MUST LET THE OFFICE KNOW WHEN BOOKING OR PICKING UP YOUR TICKETS. If you do not report additional luggage, such as extensive camping gear, multiple ice chest, etc., you will be directed back to the office for an excess luggage ticket. THIS MAY CAUSE YOU TO MISS THE SAILING TIME. It is your responsibility to report excess luggage to our staff.
For Reservations: 310-305-7250
info@catalinaferries.com

???? or am I confused?

SHARK BAIT · 03-29-2008, 07:21 PM

Is it time to go yet??????

Zed · 03-30-2008, 02:52 PM

Quote:

The 10 day forecast has removed showers from the weekend and 70 degrees

Optimism is good, but what 10-day? The models I see (GFS, ECMWF) are still battling with the pattern change.

Front today, front Wed and front next w/e is what I'm seeing. It could be pushing back to Sun-Mon, which is better. But the winds in the bight between fronts will bear watching.

Thinking positive.

Z

peguinpower · 03-30-2008, 11:12 PM

I live in the area. For those in search of breakfast, there is a Denny's at 1560 Lincoln Blvd. About 3 miles north from MDR. Norms' is across the street, in Santa Monica. Closer to MDR is Cafe 50's Diner. About 1 mile North. They have good coffee and breakfast offerings.

Ruts Cafe serves a heavy Hawaiin rice breakfast on Washington Blvd. 2 miles east of MDR.

Getting to MDR

Many ways to get to MDR. Via I-10 then Lincoln to MDR. Venice and Washingon Blvd. going west has very little traffic in the morning if your coming from down town or places east. You can take both down to Lincoln which lands almost right at MDR. For people coming from the south via the 405 (from the 105, 110, 710), the 90 freeway is almost a direct hit to MDR.

Lincoln Blvd. near Loyola Marymount is under construction. Very bad area to pass thru if your are coming from the south (Palos Verdes, South Bay etc) past LAX on your way to MDR. Really bad.

Hope that helps.

/bing

Handymansd · 03-31-2008, 07:14 AM

That is priceless info for an early start in LA traffic!

Iceman · 03-31-2008, 08:58 PM

4

yakrider · 03-31-2008, 09:32 PM

I can't sleep...let's go!!!

Iceman · 04-01-2008, 08:28 AM

3

SHARK BAIT · 04-01-2008, 09:20 AM

can we go now???????????????????

Handymansd · 04-01-2008, 12:25 PM

Come on... Come on.... 2...1..!

Iceman · 04-02-2008, 08:35 AM

2 BTW 2 spots opened up, call me if you want in 562-592-0800
Tom, tried the # you left and no Tom there.

Zed · 04-02-2008, 09:05 AM

2, TWO, TOO, TO, TU...

Vote Andy for WEATHERMAN! Power of positive thinking!

for so many reasons! Thank you for the hard work in the midst of FH Season!

[/mancrush]

Z

yakrider · 04-02-2008, 06:35 PM

the anticipation is getting unbearable...let's go...

three days...no phone...no time constraints...no work...
just fish...eat...sleep...it doesn't get any better...

03-27-2008, 01:50 PM	#82
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	I'm gonna need some bigger leaders... __________________ All men are equal before fish. -Herbert Hoover

03-31-2008, 07:14 AM	#92
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	That is priceless info for an early start in LA traffic! __________________ All men are equal before fish. -Herbert Hoover

03-31-2008, 08:58 PM	#93
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	4 __________________

04-01-2008, 08:28 AM	#95
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	3 __________________

04-01-2008, 12:25 PM	#97
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	Come on... Come on.... 2...1..! __________________ All men are equal before fish. -Herbert Hoover

03-27-2008, 07:48 AM	#81
Ed Fringe Head Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Drippin Chicken Water Ranch Posts: 140	Actually, I hear they prefer the flavor of red Hobies (Photo by Dan at NCKA)

03-28-2008, 09:45 PM	#83
peguinpower bing! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: socal Posts: 246	Wassup? I seem to have stopped getting emails for about a week. Any emails I missed? As far as I know, are as follows. 1 big bag to be checked in. 1 small bag (can I bring my crate and fill it with stuff as carry on?) 1 kayak which should be stackable (Or can I roll it on the ferry semi-rigged?) Is it ok that I have carry on luggage and still carry my kayak cart with me on the ferry? Did any cooking cells get organized? I'm with Don, but me thinks we could do better than just 2 in our group. Can't wait for next friday. /bing

03-29-2008, 02:30 PM	#86
Donfish Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Redondo beach Posts: 31	7 day looks good on a decreasing swell looks like it will backoff just in time. Went thru my stuff today Tent sleepingbag inflatable mat 2 flourescent lights handheld flashlight....... What time should we be down there to start loading?

03-29-2008, 06:51 PM	#88
Donfish Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Redondo beach Posts: 31	I think we get to check 2 pieces under 70lbs plus a carry on inaddition to our yaks that have a fare of there own of $45 don't we? as per the website.... One-way fare is 1/2 of Round Trip. Additional Luggage - If you know you have additional luggage beyond two pieces weighing no more than 70 pounds each and a small carry-on, YOU MUST LET THE OFFICE KNOW WHEN BOOKING OR PICKING UP YOUR TICKETS. If you do not report additional luggage, such as extensive camping gear, multiple ice chest, etc., you will be directed back to the office for an excess luggage ticket. THIS MAY CAUSE YOU TO MISS THE SAILING TIME. It is your responsibility to report excess luggage to our staff. For Reservations: 310-305-7250 info@catalinaferries.com ???? or am I confused?

03-29-2008, 07:21 PM	#89
SHARK BAIT Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: WILMINGTON CA Posts: 66	Is it time to go yet??????

03-30-2008, 11:12 PM	#91
peguinpower bing! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: socal Posts: 246	I live in the area. For those in search of breakfast, there is a Denny's at 1560 Lincoln Blvd. About 3 miles north from MDR. Norms' is across the street, in Santa Monica. Closer to MDR is Cafe 50's Diner. About 1 mile North. They have good coffee and breakfast offerings. Ruts Cafe serves a heavy Hawaiin rice breakfast on Washington Blvd. 2 miles east of MDR. Getting to MDR Many ways to get to MDR. Via I-10 then Lincoln to MDR. Venice and Washingon Blvd. going west has very little traffic in the morning if your coming from down town or places east. You can take both down to Lincoln which lands almost right at MDR. For people coming from the south via the 405 (from the 105, 110, 710), the 90 freeway is almost a direct hit to MDR. Lincoln Blvd. near Loyola Marymount is under construction. Very bad area to pass thru if your are coming from the south (Palos Verdes, South Bay etc) past LAX on your way to MDR. Really bad. Hope that helps. /bing

03-31-2008, 09:32 PM	#94
yakrider Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 611	I can't sleep...let's go!!!

04-01-2008, 09:20 AM	#96
SHARK BAIT Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: WILMINGTON CA Posts: 66	can we go now???????????????????

04-02-2008, 08:35 AM	#98
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	2 BTW 2 spots opened up, call me if you want in 562-592-0800 Tom, tried the # you left and no Tom there. __________________

04-02-2008, 09:05 AM	#99
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	2, TWO, TOO, TO, TU... Vote Andy for WEATHERMAN! Power of positive thinking! for so many reasons! Thank you for the hard work in the midst of FH Season! [/mancrush] Z

04-02-2008, 06:35 PM	#100
yakrider Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 611	the anticipation is getting unbearable...let's go... three days...no phone...no time constraints...no work... just fish...eat...sleep...it doesn't get any better...