Boat vs. Kayak Fishing

[Smthtnnr]

Well, I now appreciate kayak fishing more than ever. Before I took for granted the ability to pull on yellowtail all alone, in the peace of your own kayak. Not to mention, these are big 30+ pounders.

Two weeks ago I spent a nice day on the kayak down at the Jewel, and the Jewel proved its name. With no one in sight, I caught a beauty. Excuse my face that was a damn heavy fish!



And finally, I got one on video.

from Tanner Smith on Vimeo.

And I got a sweet bendo shot of my new Seeker, courtesy of the Darkhorse.



Oh, and did I mention that there was no one out there!!


Then, the next weekend I saw the Malihini had a sweet count the day before (Sunday), so I thought I would give the kayak a rest and go for it with my cousin on the boat. Long story short, the whole boat essentially skunked, with 4 yellows for 50 guys. Sure, a bunch of people caught rockfish, but who cares? That being said, I was lucky enough to pick up one yellow, but it was only 20 pounds.



It was really frustrating for me to make the 2 hour drive down south, pay $130 for one little fish. I don't even want to know how pissed the other people that didn't catch anything were. But hey, better than a day at school!

[NEEFFF]

awesomee

I still haven't had a chance to hook up on a YT yet.. Let alone a double digit fish from the kayak!! Hopefully that will change This Summer!!!

[blitzburgh]

Nice Yellars! Occasionally I do the boat thing as well. Family or friends that don't have a yak is usually the reason. We have access to some of the best fishing on the planet at the Jewel. IMO, no comparison...KAYAK HANDS DOWN!

[FISH11]

Two yellowtails is a couple of weeks, this time of year. Man, you are one lucky Dude! Thanks for sharing your pictures and the video. Tight lines.

[Cbad Mike]

Really great! Congratulations and thanks for sharing.

PS........ WHERE'S YOUR PFD ???
Be safe!

[StinkyMatt]

Some very nice fish there, you look pretty stoked.

[rhyak]

Originally Posted by Cbad Mike

Really great! Congratulations and thanks for sharing.

PS........ WHERE'S YOUR PFD ???
Be safe!

Ditto, it's seems like preaching but come on really not that bad. Pretty comfortable if you get the right one. I feel weird without one. It could save your life.

But sweet fish man.

["jjcawjj"]

Sweet Fish!!!

[Tuff guy]

Congrats on the yellowtail! I have yet to catch one. Guess I just need to keep getting out there!

[Old Man in the Sea]

Excellent job...you are lucky Josh quickly grabbed you rod after you gaffed they YT

[Smthtnnr]

Originally Posted by Old Man in the Sea

Excellent job...you are lucky Josh quickly grabbed you rod after you gaffed they YT

Damn, I was kinda hoping no one would notice! But yeah, I owe him for that one

[janines.fishtales@cox.net]

I too have not had the chance to catch a YT on my kayak. Like someone else said, hopefully that changes this summer. I am out of my element in LJ. My 53 yrs have given me a fair amount of fear the young folks like you don't have yet.... AS IS EVIDENT BY YOUR LACK OF PDF!! Ok, done preaching and NICE JOB. You inspire me!

Janine

[Sully1]

Nice work! That's an amazing first shot , looks like you had a blast!

[jsunmkly]

Originally Posted by NEEFFF

awesomee

I still haven't had a chance to hook up on a YT yet.. Let alone a double digit fish from the kayak!! Hopefully that will change This Summer!!!

Same with me.
We can definitely achieve it this year!

[taggermike]

Well done. Skiff, yacht, party boat, Man it's all good.

[philr21]

What's not to like? Beautiful fish, cool video, great bendo shot. Got your cake and got to eat it too.

Oh yeah- may want to get that reel serviced too. Looks a little wet.

[wiredantz]

That's the way to do it!