Fishing solo yes/no ??? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bigbarrels · 05-09-2013, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by TCS

Consider water temp, distance from shore and your swimming ability. If your kayak were to sink and your phone didn't work, would you be able to swim for it?

I go alone and most of the time could handle the swim, but in winter when the water in LJ is in the 50's it would be a stretch. On those days just be a little more prudent and make sure you carry a bilge pump. Make sure the phone works and is water proof. Carry a whistle.

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maui jim · 05-09-2013, 03:27 PM

I have owned a PLB for years for hunting and boating/kayak'n,
Never have deployed it but it's peace of mind is pricless, but I have just sent it in for battery service and check up.

The units now are much smaller and less expensive than before, well worth the investment.
Along with a good life insurance policy which makes the wife happy.

05-09-2013, 03:27 PM	#2
maui jim Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cypress, CA Posts: 789	I have owned a PLB for years for hunting and boating/kayak'n, Never have deployed it but it's peace of mind is pricless, but I have just sent it in for battery service and check up. The units now are much smaller and less expensive than before, well worth the investment. Along with a good life insurance policy which makes the wife happy. __________________