Let’s talk hooping - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Mahigeer · 09-17-2020, 07:02 AM

Be sure to have you lobster card filled with all the information (less number of catch) before dropping the net.

To add to other recommendations:

A headlamp with spare is an important gear.
The gauge with leash to be worn around the neck.
I do not recommend the heavy nets. Special lead weights can be added later if need be.
Ahi chemical light to be set in the float.
The fishing license number marked on the float. License and lobster card in a safe waterproof case.
No beer if you are prone to frequent urination like me.
Gloves, bait cutting knife.
Bonito or mackerel for bait.
Bait tubes tied to net with clips. Saves on zip-ties.

Lobsters hide during daylight hours. The sunset is their breakfast. They crawl less as time goes by. There are always exceptions.

Tide not important if not at the pier. IMHO

Location....sandy area close to rocky area. Early in season shallow, later deep.

09-17-2020, 07:02 AM	#4
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,910	Be sure to have you lobster card filled with all the information (less number of catch) before dropping the net. To add to other recommendations: A headlamp with spare is an important gear. The gauge with leash to be worn around the neck. I do not recommend the heavy nets. Special lead weights can be added later if need be. Ahi chemical light to be set in the float. The fishing license number marked on the float. License and lobster card in a safe waterproof case. No beer if you are prone to frequent urination like me. Gloves, bait cutting knife. Bonito or mackerel for bait. Bait tubes tied to net with clips. Saves on zip-ties. Lobsters hide during daylight hours. The sunset is their breakfast. They crawl less as time goes by. There are always exceptions. Tide not important if not at the pier. IMHO Location....sandy area close to rocky area. Early in season shallow, later deep.