Pat's Tip(s) of the Week - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Dean Machine · 04-11-2006, 07:30 PM

That was definitely quality information. You have obviously worked out a method that works very well with the irons. This is the kind of information that I have really been waiting for I just didn't know 'til I read it. Sometimes I wish I had more to contribute to this site. It's great reading about all the fish that are being caught because that is one of the things that keeps me going, but sometimes stuff like what you posted really helps. I have been at it since last spring and I must admit, going from fresh to salt can seem overwhelming. I am just starting to recognize some of the weather patterns, etc. associated with when the bites might happen, now I think next time I'll be closer to knowing how to perfect my presentation of the irons. I look forward to your next post.

steveooo · 02-21-2007, 04:06 PM

Bringin Back Old School. I remembered that I posted that I would give credit to Pat the first time I landed a yellow on the iron.
2-17-07
28 lbs
Thanks Pat

nmbrinkman · 02-21-2007, 04:20 PM

I can't tell you how many times I read this article here and on the OEX site. Things stuck in my head like casting up current (although I don't always know what direction the current is going, just where the wind is pushing me), reeling all the way up rather than drop it back down after a few cranks, such and so forth. I too must give Pat credit for my first winter yoyo yellow and my first YT on an Iron. Thanks Pat.

Lit-up1 · 02-21-2007, 06:46 PM

Pat,

Great info on the iron tossing. It takes guts to go without bait.
I usually try to have both available, but there have been times when
I slept to late to make bait and slid out after sunrise and stuck one.
When the squid are around having a little GLOW on the iron does't hurt either.

Dave

amsurferoceanbeach · 02-21-2007, 06:54 PM

I read your white sea bass artical too.
Wishful thinking.
can't wait

Dan · 02-21-2007, 07:33 PM

OB - lazy start and an nice fish!! Congrats.

Steveoooooooooooo RAD photos. Congrats on your toad!

gotz togo fishin · 02-21-2007, 07:30 PM

qoute](although I don't always know what direction the current is going, just where the wind is pushing me.) always look at the direction the kelp is pointing. that will tell you wich way the current is going.

nmbrinkman · 02-22-2007, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gotz togo fishin

always look at the direction the kelp is pointing. that will tell you wich way the current is going.

Sorry I wasn't more clear.. I was thinking about the last few trips when wondering where "upcurrent" would be. I was in 90' to 180' of water and not really anywhere near the kelp... But yeah, that is a good method otherwise..

Pat · 02-22-2007, 08:42 AM

Guys,

Glad the article inspired you!!!

That feeling when the rod loads and the handle stops is addicting!

chefstefano · 02-22-2007, 09:18 AM

Like everyone else has said .........what a great article on yo-yoing

on the

kayak jack · 02-21-2007, 05:50 PM

Good read, I'll have to try your technique. I love to try new things, thanks.

amsurferoceanbeach · 02-21-2007, 06:24 PM

I read the artical last night.
After waking up to the alarm at 5:00, I unpluged the alarm.
Then got up a little after 7:00. Some people think the bite
is best between 8:00 & 9:00, so I knew I had time. Went
to deep water first thing picking up a greenback on the
way out. Although I have cauhgt yellows with irons before,
I had not caught one yo yoing with the 6x. With the artical
that Pat wrote still fresh in my mind, I gave a mighty heave
with the iron. I let it sink to the bottom with the line a little
tight. I felt it hit the bottom and began to reel. I got 2 turns
into it, and I felt the bite. Pat says to keep reeling and let the
rod load up. I did this and knew it was a good hook set. Since
the fish was heading my way I remember Pat says to pull it off
the bottom which I did. Then the head shakes got strong. After
a few tug of wars, I got the fish vertical. Using the rod I pulled
the fish the rest of the way a little at a time until the gaff.
Thanks for the tip Pat
New lure, first cast of the day, 23 lbs. 38 inch fork length.
Photo to come later
Paul
http://momentoffame.com/photopost/da...dium/paulp.jpg

Iceman · 02-21-2007, 06:38 PM

Paul

Congratulations! That is the best kind, paddle (or peddle

) out make a cast and bring up a big fiesty fish. You were one of only 2 fortunate souls today that I know.

04-11-2006, 07:30 PM	#1
Dean Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Clemente Posts: 162	That was definitely quality information. You have obviously worked out a method that works very well with the irons. This is the kind of information that I have really been waiting for I just didn't know 'til I read it. Sometimes I wish I had more to contribute to this site. It's great reading about all the fish that are being caught because that is one of the things that keeps me going, but sometimes stuff like what you posted really helps. I have been at it since last spring and I must admit, going from fresh to salt can seem overwhelming. I am just starting to recognize some of the weather patterns, etc. associated with when the bites might happen, now I think next time I'll be closer to knowing how to perfect my presentation of the irons. I look forward to your next post. __________________ "Good luck and tight lines!"

02-21-2007, 06:46 PM	#4
Lit-up1 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Point Loma Posts: 385	Iron chucker Pat, Great info on the iron tossing. It takes guts to go without bait. I usually try to have both available, but there have been times when I slept to late to make bait and slid out after sunrise and stuck one. When the squid are around having a little GLOW on the iron does't hurt either. Dave __________________

02-21-2007, 06:54 PM	#5
amsurferoceanbeach Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Ocean Beach San Diego Ca Posts: 110	Hey Andy I read your white sea bass artical too. Wishful thinking. can't wait

02-22-2007, 09:18 AM	#10
chefstefano Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: CHULA VISTA Posts: 19	Like everyone else has said .........what a great article on yo-yoing on the __________________ LIVE LIFE TO THE FULLEST

02-21-2007, 06:24 PM	#12
amsurferoceanbeach Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Ocean Beach San Diego Ca Posts: 110	I read this last night I read the artical last night. After waking up to the alarm at 5:00, I unpluged the alarm. Then got up a little after 7:00. Some people think the bite is best between 8:00 & 9:00, so I knew I had time. Went to deep water first thing picking up a greenback on the way out. Although I have cauhgt yellows with irons before, I had not caught one yo yoing with the 6x. With the artical that Pat wrote still fresh in my mind, I gave a mighty heave with the iron. I let it sink to the bottom with the line a little tight. I felt it hit the bottom and began to reel. I got 2 turns into it, and I felt the bite. Pat says to keep reeling and let the rod load up. I did this and knew it was a good hook set. Since the fish was heading my way I remember Pat says to pull it off the bottom which I did. Then the head shakes got strong. After a few tug of wars, I got the fish vertical. Using the rod I pulled the fish the rest of the way a little at a time until the gaff. Thanks for the tip Pat New lure, first cast of the day, 23 lbs. 38 inch fork length. Photo to come later Paul http://momentoffame.com/photopost/da...dium/paulp.jpg Last edited by amsurferoceanbeach; 02-22-2007 at 07:51 AM. Reason: add photo

02-21-2007, 04:06 PM	#2
steveooo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,922	Bringin Back Old School. I remembered that I posted that I would give credit to Pat the first time I landed a yellow on the iron. 2-17-07 28 lbs Thanks Pat

02-21-2007, 04:20 PM	#3
nmbrinkman Work Sucks! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Diego Posts: 559	I can't tell you how many times I read this article here and on the OEX site. Things stuck in my head like casting up current (although I don't always know what direction the current is going, just where the wind is pushing me), reeling all the way up rather than drop it back down after a few cranks, such and so forth. I too must give Pat credit for my first winter yoyo yellow and my first YT on an Iron. Thanks Pat.

02-21-2007, 07:33 PM	#6
Dan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,053	OB - lazy start and an nice fish!! Congrats. Steveoooooooooooo RAD photos. Congrats on your toad!

02-21-2007, 07:30 PM	#7
gotz togo fishin Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: San Diego Posts: 69	qoute](although I don't always know what direction the current is going, just where the wind is pushing me.) always look at the direction the kelp is pointing. that will tell you wich way the current is going.

02-22-2007, 08:42 AM	#9
Pat Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 284	Guys, Glad the article inspired you!!! That feeling when the rod loads and the handle stops is addicting!

02-21-2007, 05:50 PM	#11
kayak jack Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: El toro Calif. Posts: 29	Good read, I'll have to try your technique. I love to try new things, thanks.

02-21-2007, 06:38 PM	#13
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	Paul Congratulations! That is the best kind, paddle (or peddle ) out make a cast and bring up a big fiesty fish. You were one of only 2 fortunate souls today that I know. __________________

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