How-to, if you are going to Baja with Mr. MakoBob - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

rossman · 10-30-2015, 07:56 AM

The world needs more people like Mahi Geer who are so well organized that it is almost a neurosis. His list of things to bring is all inclusive but having said that, it is much higher more than I brought down knowing get I was going to be down here for a year at a minimum. You will miss out on some of the Baja adventure and interaction with the great folks living here if you are over prepared.

And lest I lose my rep as the number one pedal boat critic, I have to say that I disagree with most of the Hobie comments. But that's just me. But it for you must, don't forget your box of spare parts.

Mahigeer · 10-30-2015, 08:31 AM

You are too kind.

I guess if I had a lighter, better maneuverable kayak like others, I would not feel so strongly about the Hobie.

I too am leery of the many parts that could go wrong on the Mirage drive.

Just worrying about remembering to prepare for landing, took some away from the fun of ridding one.

Of course I was using Bob's kayak, and I felt more responsible than if it was my own.

I am modifying my list. Removing what was not needed and adding what would be good to have.

Zed · 10-30-2015, 08:59 AM

Ask CaboJohn about bringing the fookinAC. He'll let you know a thing or 2 about overpacking.

cabojohn · 10-30-2015, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Zed

Ask CaboJohn about bringing the fookinAC. He'll let you know a thing or 2 about overpacking.

That's right!
No need to pack like an ultra light back packer... when you are set up for luxury remote 4x4 camping.

Baja was fookin HOT...so I brought a generator and Fookin AC on one trip to BOLA

I got so much crap for bringing this stuff...Ill never hear the end!

But nobody said shit when they needed to charge batteries.
OR when we had 200+ range balls and a driver to play with.

In the future, less is more. Ill just bring the hammock and more cerveza.

Zed · 10-30-2015, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by cabojohn

That's right!
No need to pack like an ultra light back packer... when you are set up for luxury remote 4x4 camping.

Baja was fookin HOT...so I brought a generator and Fookin AC on one trip to BOLA

I got so much crap for bringing this stuff...Ill never hear the end!

But nobody said shit when they needed to charge batteries.
OR when we had 200+ range balls and a driver to play with.

In the future, less is more. Ill just bring the hammock and more cerveza.

"Is that a Titleist?"

buddha · 10-30-2015, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by rossman

The world needs more people like Mahi Geer who are so well organized that it is almost a neurosis. His list of things to bring is all inclusive but having said that, it is much higher more than I brought down knowing get I was going to be down here for a year at a minimum. You will miss out on some of the Baja adventure and interaction with the great folks living here if you are over prepared.

And lest I lose my rep as the number one pedal boat critic, I have to say that I disagree with most of the Hobie comments. But that's just me. But it for you must, don't forget your box of spare parts.

Ross I have been a critic of the pedal kayaks as well as my FB Group gave me a lot of crap since I was able to borrow a Hobie on this trip for a week.

Interesting article. http://wavewalk.com/blog/2010/10/11/...ishing-kayaks/

What are your criticisms of the pedal kayaks other than possible breakdown of parts?

rossman · 10-30-2015, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by buddha

Ross I have been a critic of the pedal kayaks as well as my FB Group gave me a lot of crap since I was able to borrow a Hobie on this trip for a week.

Interesting article. http://wavewalk.com/blog/2010/10/11/...ishing-kayaks/

What are your criticisms of the pedal kayaks other than possible breakdown of parts?

I'm just an old fashioned purist when it comes to kayak fishing. The Hobie does not fit any definition that I can find of a kayak. I have tremendous admiration for Hobie as a company. They are innovative and understanding of the needs of their customers and the mirage drive is simply a brilliant piece mechanical technology. Much like I appreciate Apple and their products, I won't own one. With both companies there is, for me anyway, a gap between value and cost of the products and between value and cost of parts. Obviously in my current situation I could be dead in the water for months if I had an unplanned for breakdown on a pedal boat, and if I planned for all breakdowns, I would have another grand tied up in spares, which is $350 more than i have ever paid for any of my kayaks.

The last time Sven and Makobob were down here we were having a particularly good day out at Isla San Roque. Sven and I had each caught 8 or 10 yellowtail and my arms felt like noodles and as we began out 2 mile trip back to the launch i got on the radio and said "God i wish i had a Hobie right now". As soon as the comment was out of my mouth I made Sven and Bob swear an oath of secrecy that my comment could never be repeated. I have since gone to confession and done my penance and hopefully will not backside again

Mahigeer · 10-30-2015, 10:59 AM

I agree that anything with a Hobie logo on it is overpriced.

That is one down side of owning a Hobie.

The Mirage drive is an engineering marvel. Since it is the only one in the market, they can ask what they want.

When the patent runs out and or another inventor comes out with a way to help propel a kayak easier, the prices more likely go down.

Side note:
I did not list it, but I had brought a magnetic dart game and newly bought (for this trip) Backgammon set. The group was more into talking fish after dinner than doing anything else, so I did not bring them out.

As to my own list, should I have left my prescription medicine, bottled water, or underwear at home?
I am modifying it though to make it more adoptive to the future trip/s.

jorluivil · 10-30-2015, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by buddha

Ross I have been a critic of the pedal kayaks as well as my FB Group gave me a lot of crap since I was able to borrow a Hobie on this trip for a week.

Interesting article. http://wavewalk.com/blog/2010/10/11/...ishing-kayaks/

What are your criticisms of the pedal kayaks other than possible breakdown of parts?

Didn't want this thread to get hijacked so here is my reply

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...141#post246141

as far as the trip goes one thing that I can suggest that worked really well for us was to carry an ice chest that is strictly dedicated for ice. Also, if you have a deep freezer make blocks of ice, the blocks seem to last longer than the cubed ice.

buddha · 10-30-2015, 12:03 PM

I got that link from Jimmy Zee as he posted it on another forum. I didn't realize it was from wave walk. Anyway discussion is always good and people can make their own conclusions.

10-30-2015, 07:56 AM	#1
rossman Marginally Irrelevant Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bahia Asuncion Posts: 936	The world needs more people like Mahi Geer who are so well organized that it is almost a neurosis. His list of things to bring is all inclusive but having said that, it is much higher more than I brought down knowing get I was going to be down here for a year at a minimum. You will miss out on some of the Baja adventure and interaction with the great folks living here if you are over prepared. And lest I lose my rep as the number one pedal boat critic, I have to say that I disagree with most of the Hobie comments. But that's just me. But it for you must, don't forget your box of spare parts. __________________ "When beholding the tranquil beauty and brilliancy of the ocean’s skin, one forgets the tiger heart that pants beneath it; and would not willingly remember that this velvet paw but conceals a remorseless fang. " — Herman Melville Y'all come see me now, hear!

10-30-2015, 08:59 AM	#3
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	Ask CaboJohn about bringing the fookinAC. He'll let you know a thing or 2 about overpacking. __________________ Give a man a fish and he'll eat for a day. Give a fish a man and he'll eat for a week.

10-30-2015, 10:59 AM	#8
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,908	I agree that anything with a Hobie logo on it is overpriced. That is one down side of owning a Hobie. The Mirage drive is an engineering marvel. Since it is the only one in the market, they can ask what they want. When the patent runs out and or another inventor comes out with a way to help propel a kayak easier, the prices more likely go down. Side note: I did not list it, but I had brought a magnetic dart game and newly bought (for this trip) Backgammon set. The group was more into talking fish after dinner than doing anything else, so I did not bring them out. As to my own list, should I have left my prescription medicine, bottled water, or underwear at home? I am modifying it though to make it more adoptive to the future trip/s. Last edited by Mahigeer; 10-30-2015 at 11:14 AM.

10-30-2015, 08:31 AM	#2
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,908	You are too kind. I guess if I had a lighter, better maneuverable kayak like others, I would not feel so strongly about the Hobie. I too am leery of the many parts that could go wrong on the Mirage drive. Just worrying about remembering to prepare for landing, took some away from the fun of ridding one. Of course I was using Bob's kayak, and I felt more responsible than if it was my own. I am modifying my list. Removing what was not needed and adding what would be good to have.

10-30-2015, 12:03 PM	#10
buddha Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: chula vista Posts: 907	I got that link from Jimmy Zee as he posted it on another forum. I didn't realize it was from wave walk. Anyway discussion is always good and people can make their own conclusions.