Catching Bait Locations - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

BT · 05-22-2007, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Handymansd

Now... if I can only do as well with the real fish!

I hear that Handymansd.....I slay bait too! I wonder if I made a sabiki hook out of 4 Salas 6x jrs and 40 lb. mono, maybe I could catch a

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Guyak · 05-22-2007, 07:40 PM

Thank you to everyone. Lamb I read the article and caught most of Andy's bait catching seminar at the Fred Hall Show. That's where I went to buy the "standard" bait tank and ended up throwing down for the Kayatank.

I will be heading out Sunday bright and early for my first try at something large. Largest fish to date on my yak is a calico around 5lbs.

Guyak · 05-22-2007, 07:45 PM

While I am at it, any preference on type of braided line and recommended line test? It's very obvious that braid is a necessity from a kayak in kelp.

Thanks again

Corey · 05-22-2007, 10:07 PM

I use 65# powerpro. 65 is a bit easier on the hands (less likely to cut you) than 50# and gives a bit more insurance against abrasion, etc.

BT · 05-23-2007, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Guyak

While I am at it, any preference on type of braided line and recommended line test? It's very obvious that braid is a necessity from a kayak in kelp.

Thanks again

When I first started fishing La Jolla (just recently) it seemed most of the guys around here recommended 65 lb braid and a 40 lb top shot. That is what I went with.

There are some guys who use just 30 - 40 lb mono too and say it works fine for them. I guess it is just preference.

I thought I would have a hard time with the braided line because I was not experienced with conventional reels to begin with, then throw in the braided line (which is supposed to birds nest easier) on top and I thought I was going to run into a nightmare! I tired both and actually liked the braided set up better. It is all preference if you ask me

Just my rookie 2 cents!

nmbrinkman · 05-23-2007, 02:56 PM

If your fishing live bait, "birds nests" should be an issue. It's on casting setups that most find it to be a pain. Look at some of BWE's consistent yakers and you'll see 4 or 5 (or 6 in Brads case

) different setups. One rod for an iron, one for a deep mac, one for a flyline and/or to pitch a bait, and maybe a yo you iron set up. Different line class, different lengths and actions of rods etc.

Guyak · 05-23-2007, 04:03 PM

Thanks guys. I have a Penn 555 setup and an Okuma ABF65 Baitfeeder spinning reel setup that I will probably run the braid on. I also have two light setups for flipping plastics for calico's etc.

Seems I have to build up the "Mad Money" stash again

h2ofishfo · 05-23-2007, 06:06 PM

fo sure u need atleast 4 setups i use 50#braid cause i feel i can throw the iron a little bit further & w/an avet it actually orbits the mooooon !

ha

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Corey Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: ...waaaay out there Posts: 794	I use 65# powerpro. 65 is a bit easier on the hands (less likely to cut you) than 50# and gives a bit more insurance against abrasion, etc. __________________

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05-22-2007, 07:40 PM	#2
Guyak Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 44	Thank you to everyone. Lamb I read the article and caught most of Andy's bait catching seminar at the Fred Hall Show. That's where I went to buy the "standard" bait tank and ended up throwing down for the Kayatank. I will be heading out Sunday bright and early for my first try at something large. Largest fish to date on my yak is a calico around 5lbs.

05-22-2007, 07:45 PM	#3
Guyak Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 44	While I am at it, any preference on type of braided line and recommended line test? It's very obvious that braid is a necessity from a kayak in kelp. Thanks again

05-23-2007, 02:56 PM	#6
nmbrinkman Work Sucks! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 559	If your fishing live bait, "birds nests" should be an issue. It's on casting setups that most find it to be a pain. Look at some of BWE's consistent yakers and you'll see 4 or 5 (or 6 in Brads case ) different setups. One rod for an iron, one for a deep mac, one for a flyline and/or to pitch a bait, and maybe a yo you iron set up. Different line class, different lengths and actions of rods etc.

05-23-2007, 04:03 PM	#7
Guyak Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 44	Thanks guys. I have a Penn 555 setup and an Okuma ABF65 Baitfeeder spinning reel setup that I will probably run the braid on. I also have two light setups for flipping plastics for calico's etc. Seems I have to build up the "Mad Money" stash again

05-23-2007, 06:06 PM	#8
h2ofishfo Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Santee Posts: 821	fo sure u need atleast 4 setups i use 50#braid cause i feel i can throw the iron a little bit further & w/an avet it actually orbits the mooooon ! ha