Before Launching at LJ - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

CurtyL · 07-11-2010, 09:40 PM

either that or guys in F150's who knew how to drive on sand. not bagging on F150 guys here per se.

Whizz Bang · 07-11-2010, 10:14 PM

4WD only would be great, just think how ripped Josh would get dragging all that fish down the street...

Dean Machine · 07-12-2010, 08:10 AM

I seem to recall someone saying "if you think you might get stuck, don't drive on the sand". Pretty simple. Don't blame it on someone else when you are the one getting stuck in the sand. Yeah, guys should not be tearing up the launch, that I agree with but not every one really knows how to drive carefully on sand. There is an alternative. Park and wheel your yak to the beach.

467echo · 07-12-2010, 08:27 AM

My diesel loves to cruise 2 mph while making the sand softer. I have already pulled 3 people out this year. For an extra $5 I'll even pull your bumper off!!

Some tips if you get stuck and I'm not there to resue you...
AIR DOWN!!!!!
TILL THEY ARE NICE AND SQUISHY
TIRES STRAIGHT!!!!
AND KEEP YOUR CIVICS OFF THE BEACH

FARRIER · 07-12-2010, 08:36 AM

I believe everyone has a pretty valid point of view here. Part of the problem is that people think that the launch is a right and not a privilege; and that the sand magically fixes it self day after day. Maybe we could band together and make it a point to educate people. Most of these people probably just don't realize they are being rude and dangerous. Although it is a fine line when when criticizing people. Thick skin is in short supply these days.

dsafety · 07-12-2010, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 467echo

My diesel loves to cruise 2 mph while making the sand softer. I have already pulled 3 people out this year. For an extra $5 I'll even pull your bumper off!!

Some tips if you get stuck and I'm not there to resue you...
AIR DOWN!!!!!
TILL THEY ARE NICE AND SQUISHY
TIRES STRAIGHT!!!!
AND KEEP YOUR CIVICS OFF THE BEACH

So Eric,

Are you able to write off all your fishing gear as a business expense as you troll the launch for customers? The deduction seems reasonable to me?

Bob

cowboybill · 07-12-2010, 11:19 AM

I came in later afternoon, july 5th, tide was high, which makes it more cramped, and it was a zoo!!

I have a ford F250 2WD, with semi-off road tires, but they must have had over 60psi in them....

The 15 min zone was full...I had a run, but some people walked right accross my line, and I had to turn tighter than I would like...chatter, chatter, dig, STOP! I was in the real soft stuff right next to the barriers...I was thinking, I wonder if anyone is watching me on the launch camera..

I did the old desert trick of airing down till the side walls on the tire bulge...Some real cute blond walked up and said "your letting air out?!?!?"
I said I was an expert at this! (BTW, if you do this, air down the front too even with 2WD, as the fronts will "float" better..) Also, get air asap!!!

Anyways, I walked right out, but it was a Madhouse!! People all over, children, all the rental traffic...

Next time I am going to time the low tide (more room to manuver)

And bring my wheels!!

Anyways, old carpet works good, but looks like crap.. I saw steel ramps at the steel shop, but they are'nt giving that away. I think if we all try and time the tide and crowds, and use a little common sense, we should be OK.

Cowboybill

FISHIONADO · 07-12-2010, 12:10 PM

you guys are trying to kill one of my favorite spectator sports. next you will want to kill my top favorite by limiting rental yakkers on big swell days.

467echo · 07-12-2010, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsafety

So Eric,

Are you able to write off all your fishing gear as a business expense as you troll the launch for customers? The deduction seems reasonable to me?

Bob

Sure do Bob, thats a big write off for me. If only more people got stuck I could do some more fishing

Oolie · 07-12-2010, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dean Machine

I seem to recall someone saying "if you think you might get stuck, don't drive on the sand". Pretty simple. Don't blame it on someone else when you are the one getting stuck in the sand. Yeah, guys should not be tearing up the launch, that I agree with but not every one really knows how to drive carefully on sand. There is an alternative. Park and wheel your yak to the beach.

QFT

CurtyL · 07-12-2010, 03:59 PM

I love waching anyone flip in the surf. two weekends ago was hilarity par excellence!

beardedguy · 07-14-2010, 02:13 AM

A piece of chain link fence works great!!

old_rookie · 07-15-2010, 08:32 PM

Just got back from visiting the boat launch area. I saw the 15min loading area. I figure I can unload there - not too far from the sand without wheels. Once on the sand, I can drag it around that platform - but.... do I just leave my kayak there in the sand to the right of the launch/triangle area while I park my car? I probably should write down that # that is molded on the side and stick it in my wallet.

07-11-2010, 10:14 PM	#2
Whizz Bang Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 396	Hmm 4WD only would be great, just think how ripped Josh would get dragging all that fish down the street...

07-12-2010, 08:10 AM	#3
Dean Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Clemente Posts: 162	I seem to recall someone saying "if you think you might get stuck, don't drive on the sand". Pretty simple. Don't blame it on someone else when you are the one getting stuck in the sand. Yeah, guys should not be tearing up the launch, that I agree with but not every one really knows how to drive carefully on sand. There is an alternative. Park and wheel your yak to the beach. __________________ "Good luck and tight lines!"

07-12-2010, 08:27 AM	#4
467echo Rookie of the Month Club Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Mira Mesa Posts: 483	My diesel loves to cruise 2 mph while making the sand softer. I have already pulled 3 people out this year. For an extra $5 I'll even pull your bumper off!! Some tips if you get stuck and I'm not there to resue you... AIR DOWN!!!!! TILL THEY ARE NICE AND SQUISHY TIRES STRAIGHT!!!! AND KEEP YOUR CIVICS OFF THE BEACH __________________ they are getting bigger....

07-12-2010, 11:19 AM	#7
cowboybill Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santee, CA Posts: 103	I was almost stuck last monday! I came in later afternoon, july 5th, tide was high, which makes it more cramped, and it was a zoo!! I have a ford F250 2WD, with semi-off road tires, but they must have had over 60psi in them.... The 15 min zone was full...I had a run, but some people walked right accross my line, and I had to turn tighter than I would like...chatter, chatter, dig, STOP! I was in the real soft stuff right next to the barriers...I was thinking, I wonder if anyone is watching me on the launch camera.. I did the old desert trick of airing down till the side walls on the tire bulge...Some real cute blond walked up and said "your letting air out?!?!?" I said I was an expert at this! (BTW, if you do this, air down the front too even with 2WD, as the fronts will "float" better..) Also, get air asap!!! Anyways, I walked right out, but it was a *Madhouse!!* People all over, children, all the rental traffic... *Next time I am going to time the low tide (more room to manuver)* *And bring my wheels!!* Anyways, old carpet works good, but looks like crap.. I saw steel ramps at the steel shop, but they are'nt giving that away. I think if we all try and time the tide and crowds, and use a little common sense, we should be OK. Cowboybill

07-11-2010, 09:40 PM	#1
CurtyL Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: wherever the college girlz r Posts: 127	either that or guys in F150's who knew how to drive on sand. not bagging on F150 guys here per se.

07-12-2010, 08:36 AM	#5
FARRIER Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cmont [] Posts: 314	I believe everyone has a pretty valid point of view here. Part of the problem is that people think that the launch is a right and not a privilege; and that the sand magically fixes it self day after day. Maybe we could band together and make it a point to educate people. Most of these people probably just don't realize they are being rude and dangerous. Although it is a fine line when when criticizing people. Thick skin is in short supply these days.

07-12-2010, 12:10 PM	#8
FISHIONADO Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 698	you guys are trying to kill one of my favorite spectator sports. next you will want to kill my top favorite by limiting rental yakkers on big swell days.

07-12-2010, 03:59 PM	#11
CurtyL Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: wherever the college girlz r Posts: 127	I love waching anyone flip in the surf. two weekends ago was hilarity par excellence!

07-14-2010, 02:13 AM	#12
beardedguy gurmpy old one Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: El Cajon Posts: 80	A piece of chain link fence works great!!

07-15-2010, 08:32 PM	#13
old_rookie Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santee Posts: 904	Just got back from visiting the boat launch area. I saw the 15min loading area. I figure I can unload there - not too far from the sand without wheels. Once on the sand, I can drag it around that platform - but.... do I just leave my kayak there in the sand to the right of the launch/triangle area while I park my car? I probably should write down that # that is molded on the side and stick it in my wallet.