San Diego Bay all you can catch pancakes - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

roadx · 06-26-2013, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by wbrewski

What does the bait barge charge for a kayak scoop down there?

$10.00 for a kayak scoop

steveooo · 06-26-2013, 03:20 PM

Got any more pics of the shovel nose? Any chance it had big jagged teeth? Angel shark?

captnblood34 · 06-26-2013, 04:16 PM

That angel shark in the back of your truck appears to be an angel shark and not a "shovel nose" guitar fish.

Cadillyak · 06-26-2013, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by captnblood34

That angel shark in the back of your truck appears to be an angel shark and not a "shovel nose" guitar fish.

After looking at a few pics, I'm torn. There were no teeth, and mouth was located under the fish but the blunt nose looks like an angel. I can totally see what you mean. Thanks to all for the kind words. Had a great bday and a halibut dinner for myself the wife and little ones. All in all a really good day.

Aaron&Julie · 06-26-2013, 09:14 PM

They post a size limit for a reason. At least one chance at procreation during a fishes life cycle. Nice haul, good eats, and congratulations.

Cadillyak · 06-26-2013, 09:27 PM

Indeed. I hooked several that taped out at 20-21 1/2. Just glad I didn't sink a gaff in them. The three I did gaff were no doubt 22+. I did come close at 22 3/4 but all is good. Just need to catch 30+'s now so there's no ?'s

Aaron&Julie · 06-26-2013, 11:02 PM

Here, here, Cadillyak. But, I think most kayak fishermen/women, or non-kayak people would say, don't sink a gaff into a fish if you have doubts as to whether it's rather close to being legal. As in, you should truly believe it is 25 inches or greater. 23" is too close for such a valuable resource. No worries, but keep it in mind, that 22.5, 23, or even a 24 incher, you DON'T stick the gaff in, as it will be 8lbs the next time you catch it. Besides, and ESPECIALLY, when fishing for 'buts, you are supposed to have a net. Actually, at all times, you are, but, the DFG will probably cut you some slack in open waters, like La Jolla. Food for thought. Tight lines, and go catch some more. We'll probably see you off of L.J. someday.
Aaron

wbrewski · 06-26-2013, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by roadx

$10.00 for a kayak scoop

Thanks for the info and very nice fish for a birthday present.

06-26-2013, 09:14 PM	#5
Aaron&Julie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Spring Valley Posts: 1,400	WTG They post a size limit for a reason. At least one chance at procreation during a fishes life cycle. Nice haul, good eats, and congratulations. __________________ "Never say die"

06-26-2013, 11:02 PM	#7
Aaron&Julie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Spring Valley Posts: 1,400	No tickets, please Here, here, Cadillyak. But, I think most kayak fishermen/women, or non-kayak people would say, don't sink a gaff into a fish if you have doubts as to whether it's rather close to being legal. As in, you should truly believe it is 25 inches or greater. 23" is too close for such a valuable resource. No worries, but keep it in mind, that 22.5, 23, or even a 24 incher, you DON'T stick the gaff in, as it will be 8lbs the next time you catch it. Besides, and ESPECIALLY, when fishing for 'buts, you are supposed to have a net. Actually, at all times, you are, but, the DFG will probably cut you some slack in open waters, like La Jolla. Food for thought. Tight lines, and go catch some more. We'll probably see you off of L.J. someday. Aaron __________________ "Never say die" Last edited by Aaron&Julie; 06-27-2013 at 07:42 AM.

06-26-2013, 03:20 PM	#2
steveooo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 1,922	Got any more pics of the shovel nose? Any chance it had big jagged teeth? Angel shark?

06-26-2013, 04:16 PM	#3
captnblood34 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Otay Posts: 704	That angel shark in the back of your truck appears to be an angel shark and not a "shovel nose" guitar fish.

06-26-2013, 09:27 PM	#6
Cadillyak Team Get $$ Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 841	Indeed. I hooked several that taped out at 20-21 1/2. Just glad I didn't sink a gaff in them. The three I did gaff were no doubt 22+. I did come close at 22 3/4 but all is good. Just need to catch 30+'s now so there's no ?'s