Moving to San Diego need advice

[roadx]

Originally Posted by Oxbeast1210

If you get get a chance post the picture of the bait well I don't think ill go the Hobie well route.. how are you liking the Pa 12?

Been reading a lot on here seems like the trophy fish are

yellow tail
white sea bass
and halibut
correct??

are there smaller species of fish that are good table fare and possibly easier to catch? lol

do most people fish in la Jolla and the bay ? Does one catch the same fish offshore?

Thanks you all for the help I feel very welcome on this forum.

I will take a charter with Mr. Pruitt shortly after I get there


Drake thanks for the heads up on the Power Pro

Oscar

yep those are the big three for me. there are a variety of rock fish that make good table fare.
the bays are mostly bass and halibut, i will keep some sand bass (wife loves them) out of the bigger bays/ocean but most bay fishing is catch and release for me.
the PA 12 has it's advantages and disadvantages. i like the room, dont like the steering. like the speed but dont like getting in it while surf launching. the weight is better than i thought but standing up is not as stable as i hoped. the high seat rocks but dont even think about paddling it.
i will say, i wouldnt/cant go back to the outback. im spoiled

[roadx]

sorry crappy cell pictures

[roadx]

custom tank on my old outback

[Oxbeast1210]

Sweet thanks everyone!

[Vikingj]

Bait tanks are best but a bait tube will hold 5-6 macs and can be made for about $10. Other LJ table fare? T-shark, rockfishes, bonita, and (surprisingly good) barracuda. A buddy swears by leopard shark but I'm not interested!

[Oxbeast1210]

Good point ill probably start with a tube until i get comfortable with the area
I see you all talking about macks what they ? Im familiar with spanish mackerel and king mackerel when I google it those are the ones that seem to come up am I missing something? thank you!

I was wondering if anyone can share some good areas to launch from and some tips on that. REading past posts I can see it gets crowded quick what days are better to fish? Or all they all pretty much busy? I know getting there early will help but any other tips would be greatly appreciated.

Oscar

[roadx]

Originally Posted by Oxbeast1210

Good point ill probably start with a tube until i get comfortable with the area
I see you all talking about macks what they ? Im familiar with spanish mackerel and king mackerel when I google it those are the ones that seem to come up am I missing something? thank you!

I was wondering if anyone can share some good areas to launch from and some tips on that. REading past posts I can see it gets crowded quick what days are better to fish? Or all they all pretty much busy? I know getting there early will help but any other tips would be greatly appreciated.

Oscar

mac's is short for mackerel, we have two varieties we use for bait, jack mac's

and pacific mac's or greenback's, greenies

most people prefer the greenies, they are heartier

there is a public launch at la jolla where you can drive on the beach and unload/load your yak. it's also a prime fishing grounds once you get past the no take zone( MLPA), which is from the beach to about 3/4 mile off the beach. up top is a link to the web cam at LJ
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/index.p...lashoreswebcam

it gets crowded during the summer but it will be slowing down soon

[maui jim]

Welcome to Hobieholics Anonymous.
Only you will know if you have a problem. They meet on a regular basis and are always upgrading at a whim.
Like all good addicts they will help you spend all your money in order to fulfill there dreams.
They are a good bunch and will be glad help you through those fishless days and always lend a hand.

So welcome brotherand you could have not picked a nicer city on the west coast to move to.

And remember.... NEW GUY BRINGS THE BEER..!!

[lowprofile]

oh man. getting into rods and reels can get confusing and expensive.

this is just for YT and WSB. nothing set up for halibut or bass.

Originally Posted by lowprofile

oh man. getting into rods and reels can get confusing and expensive.

this is just for YT and WSB. nothing set up for halibut or bass.

You're thinking too much into it. I've caught multiple YT, WSB and Halibut on an identical rig. I used to obsess over gear, but when you see people land 35# trophies on Penn 500 and ugly sticks, you start to wonder if all the money spent was worth it.

I have
Sabiki Stick
Squid maker/Surface Iron stick
Bait stick
Bait/yoyo stick
light weight fun bass stick

Lately people at the launch have been asking me "How do you get by with only two rods"

I say "I need one to make bait, one to catch fish" I could theoretically use one, but I like making bait with a line out

[roadx]

are you going to be interested in hooping (lobster netting)? if you are? i have some old hoops nets you can use, hell might give them to you if you like doing it. hooping is at night and usually in shallower waters. let me know and i'll keep them so you can try it out. lobster tags are $8 for the last half of the season, then $8 for the whole next year.

Originally Posted by Oxbeast1210

30 days to go
I just picked up two Diawa slatist a 40 and a 50 they should work pretty well out there right?

What affordable reel do you recommend for throwing iron? I think thats the right term.. still learning? also what irons do you recommend?
thank you again for all the help.

those will work fine

[Badtaste2k]

I love my OK Trident 13l. Works great in the California waters and is pretty quick. They weight is good for me and easy to move around. Those damn PA's look real nice though...


Dan

[mrJB]

Powerpro is now owned by Shimano. Charkbait has a long standing gripe with Shimano because Shimano has pricing policies that Charkbait did not follow and, consequently, lost thier dealership as a result.

Ever see Shimano stuff on sale? Probably not unless it will be a discontinued item and not without corporate permission.

"Suggested retail price"... that's how they spell "price fixing" in the U.S. Most all do it, I guess Charkbait learned a hard lesson, and now trys to undercut that lowest price (e.g. Avet) by adding extra goodies like free line, free reel cover, etc.