Cap sized Pro Angler - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

JeffB · 02-03-2013, 09:04 AM

That sux. I remember flipping my Revo out in La Jolla. I tried standing up in it to see what was chasing a school of bait fish. Standing and fishing in the Revo in SDB not so bad. standing in Revo to look at bait in La Jolla, complete and wet disaster! I had to swim down like 10' the fetch a run away rod as well. To make things better, it happened within secs of passing the yellow buoys! Luckily Uncle Paul had some dry clothes!

Di$co · 02-04-2013, 03:36 PM

I'm glad he is ok and I'm glad he was wearing his PFD. That's a downfall of any peddle driven kayak is in that situation it is much better to be using a paddle. You can use brace strokes to keep yourself upright. And practicing self rescues no matter how big and unflippable your kayak is.

If anyone wants to learn some good paddle and self rescue techniques I am available. Contact OEX and they can set up a class and I'll come up to Sunset Beach or down to Mission Bay to teach it.

02-04-2013, 04:09 PM

got rolled in my cobra first time ever doing a beach launch. Was not fun at all but did learn some very valuable lessons and thank god im comfortable in the ocean.

TJones · 02-04-2013, 05:36 PM

no so much for the guy in the video .

. i just installed two metal rings on my f/f battery , and ran a nylon belt through them with a quick release buckle . i use it to secure battery , so the next time i roll it myself .

Iceman · 02-05-2013, 06:34 AM

The guy kept his composure! Good of him to share his experience.

Jim Sammons LJKF · 02-05-2013, 06:57 AM

I think this video also shows that some of the boats that people think are the most stable actually are not when the conditions get rough. High seat, little secondary stability, rough seas and inexperience add to disaster. As Eric said above having a paddle in your hand for bracing is key also.

Siebler · 02-05-2013, 07:19 AM

Id take the Trident 15 with a rudder over any boat I have ever paddled in those kind of conditions. The T160 and the Prowler 15 would be my next choices. So many people consider these as "tippy" but just like Eric and Jim said, stability is dependent on conditions.

Glad you mentioned Self Rescue practice Eric, was first thing that came to my mind when i saw video.

On that Subject, Maybe we should do a surf/self rescue clinic, What you think Eric? You are one of the best paddlers I know, might be a fun time.

02-03-2013, 09:04 AM	#1
JeffB Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: La Jolla Posts: 1,216	That sux. I remember flipping my Revo out in La Jolla. I tried standing up in it to see what was chasing a school of bait fish. Standing and fishing in the Revo in SDB not so bad. standing in Revo to look at bait in La Jolla, complete and wet disaster! I had to swim down like 10' the fetch a run away rod as well. To make things better, it happened within secs of passing the yellow buoys! Luckily Uncle Paul had some dry clothes! __________________ If you're looking for me I'm

02-04-2013, 03:36 PM	#2
Di$co Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 33	I'm glad he is ok and I'm glad he was wearing his PFD. That's a downfall of any peddle driven kayak is in that situation it is much better to be using a paddle. You can use brace strokes to keep yourself upright. And practicing self rescues no matter how big and unflippable your kayak is. If anyone wants to learn some good paddle and self rescue techniques I am available. Contact OEX and they can set up a class and I'll come up to Sunset Beach or down to Mission Bay to teach it. __________________ Eric Disque Representative Feel Free Kayaks Pyranha Kayaks P&H Sea Kayaks Venture Kayaks Imagine Surf SUP JP Australia SUP NP Paddles and Waterwear SeasonFive Technical Apparel

02-04-2013, 05:36 PM	#4
TJones Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 2,526	great post to share no so much for the guy in the video . . i just installed two metal rings on my f/f battery , and ran a nylon belt through them with a quick release buckle . i use it to secure battery , so the next time i roll it myself .

02-05-2013, 06:34 AM	#5
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	The guy kept his composure! Good of him to share his experience. __________________

02-05-2013, 06:57 AM	#6
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	I think this video also shows that some of the boats that people think are the most stable actually are not when the conditions get rough. High seat, little secondary stability, rough seas and inexperience add to disaster. As Eric said above having a paddle in your hand for bracing is key also. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

02-04-2013, 04:09 PM	#3
madncrzydm Guest Posts: n/a	got rolled in my cobra first time ever doing a beach launch. Was not fun at all but did learn some very valuable lessons and thank god im comfortable in the ocean.

02-05-2013, 07:19 AM	#7
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	Id take the Trident 15 with a rudder over any boat I have ever paddled in those kind of conditions. The T160 and the Prowler 15 would be my next choices. So many people consider these as "tippy" but just like Eric and Jim said, stability is dependent on conditions. Glad you mentioned Self Rescue practice Eric, was first thing that came to my mind when i saw video. On that Subject, Maybe we should do a surf/self rescue clinic, What you think Eric? You are one of the best paddlers I know, might be a fun time. __________________ CJ Siebler